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The cost of independent living in O Neal is about $3,563 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 85 options. Read 1032 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Based on our families experience so far with Keestone Senior Community we would recommend them to other families. Our loved one says the meals and dining experience has been wonderful, but they could use a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Keestone Senior Community is an assisted living community located in Lawrenceburg, TN. Lawrenceburg is a city in Lawrence County located on the banks of Shoal Creek and home to over 14,000 residents. Located near Nashville, Lawrenceburg has a handful of stores, shops, restaurants and fairs where...
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My family and loved one had a wonderful experience with The Neighborhood at Sheffield. The staff are personable and caring towards the residents. Everyone is friendly from the staff to residents. The...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located in the Shoals area of northwest Alabama, Morningside of Sheffield offers daily assistance for seniors in a warm, home-like environment.  A well-rounded, active lifestyle program is provided to promote independence, continued physical, mental and social stimulation and the necessities...
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Overall I like the activities they have and my mom is happy. They get a 5 for cleanliness. Once or twice I've smelled an accident but it's always clean, considering who/what they deal with. The staff at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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It's a great place that I'm happy to call home. It feels as if we are one big happy family. We have lots of on site activities, card and board games that are really fun to attend. I'm in the larger studio...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Proveer at Byrd Springs is a charming assisted living community where life is meant to be lived at your own pace. Located in the Tennessee River Valley, this community has played an important role in Huntsville’s senior living experiences for 20 years. Nicknamed Rocket City, the area is known for...
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They are great. Very attentive. We picked this community because of the feeling that you're with family, cleanliness, and comfortable rooms.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Morningside of Decatur, located on the outskirts of historic Decatur offers warm, southern hospitality in a supportive community that quickly feels like home. You’ll love the thoughtfully designed residences, beautifully decorated common areas, and a single-floor design that makes it easy to get...
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I have recommend this community to several people. The community is so clean, bright and cheerful. My loved one is the happiest she has been in 45 years. The community is wonderful and everyone feels like...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Here, at Viva Senior Living at Lincoln Manor, our residents not only relax in the privacy of their own lovely apartments, but they also share in a wealth of services, amenities and activities designed especially for them. Here, they enjoy independence, security and freedom of choice in a warm,...
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It really is a great facility. They are very attentive. They may have more activities than my mom tells me, but I don't know. She likes bingo and the monthly entertainment. I would definitely recommend The...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located one block from Cullman Regional Medical Center and 4 miles from Interstate 65, residents are conveniently located to their physicians, rehabilitation services, and more. Morningside of Cullman is licensed by the State of Alabama, is a trusted senior resource, and the Assisted Living of...
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Photo of Lynridge of Huntsville Assisted Living and Memory Care
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I would say do your research for what place best suits the needs. Nothing will ever be perfect but in all I've been pleased with decisions made and I think people are doing their best.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
As Huntsville’s premiere Assisted Living and Memory Care community, Lynridge of Huntsville Assisted Living & Memory Care is dedicated to providing a meaningful experience for residents who are ready to live their best days. Residents receive the care they need, convenient amenities and...
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It's always clean. You're getting what you are paying for, and it's not too expensive. My loved one, has been very well taken care of. Overall, it's a clean, and friendly environment It's all I can really...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Imagine living life in Athens at The Goldton at Athens, an upbeat and vibrant Alabama retirement community. We are close to all the places you may need or wish to visit, such as supermarkets, parks, worship venues, doctors' offices, and local restaurants. When you join our community as an...
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We chose Riverside because of the word of mouth, it has a good reputation in our community. The apartment sizes here are excellent, she has a beautiful 2 bedroom and they have a variety of apartments as well...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Home Sweet Home!Steven has been a resident of Decatur since 1974 and June is a native of Decatur. Steven and June Hall purchased Riverside Senior Living in May 2008. Steven’s background is health care. His undergraduate degree is from the University of South Alabama in Health Sciences, his...
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Photo of Monark Grove Madison
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2222 Floor plans available
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1. Overall experience -4, there have been some hiccups along the way but they have overcome most of them. Staff turnover, and mid level management issues have been the worst. 2. Cleanliness -3, went for an...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Westminster AL of Decatur
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This was the first and the last community we looked at. This is such a great place we did not need to look any farther. My sister is thriving since moving into this community. The staff are attentive and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
It's all about making the right choice to accommodate your loved ones needs. Westminster Assisted Living and Memory Care is a retirement community that embraces an individual's independence in a loving, caring and socializing environment. Westminster Assisted Living and Memory Care of Decatur...
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The community of people, my dad has made a friend and that makes me happy. I would recommend them, but I will say, just like most community environments it's important that a family member makes sure that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
    Historical, Assisted Living at it's best!  The Hewitt House where all your dreams of a relaxing, comfortable retirement lifestyle can come true.  Built in 1830 the Hewitt House has been home to many people through the years.       Since 1983 we...
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Moved into Keestone Resort [date removed] - it's great - wonderful staff - very nice area. Our pool/patio areas are under construction. It will a beautiful relaxing area.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Keestone of Florence Senior Community
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The community is beautiful and well maintained. The staff has made my loved ones feel like they are family. The staff knows everyone's name and uses it so they feel like that is there home. I am very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Keestone Senior Community is an assisted living residence located in Florence, the county seat of Lauderdale County, Alabama. There are many local community events to enjoy ranging from the summer Renaissance fair to many historic landmarks. Our amazing weather encourages an active lifestyle, or...
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It is a small intimate setting with a sweet staff. My relative has not been real happy with the food or activities, but she likes the caring nature of the staff. They have been responsive to my needs as...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Because home is so important to all of us, the Cottage not only has wonderful cozy common areas where new and old friends can enjoy being together, but it offers different sizes and styles of room, and service programs tailored to perfectly suit the needs of each resident. Whether your loved one...
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Very nice facility. My mom loves the atmosphere and care she receives. The activities for her are somewhat lacking. They need to replace the activities person.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Westminster Assisted Living and Memory Care is designed for seniors who need assistance or support with activities of daily living while still living independently in private studio apartments. Each residence is furnished by the Resident to foster the fun and pleasure of living as an individual...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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We looked at Magnolia Trace and we loved it but it was the most expensive one we looked at. My mother had been to rehab there before so we really had good experience there from a rehab stand point. She was...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of independent living in O Neal, AL

The average cost of senior living in O Neal is $3,563 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Town Creek, AL with an average of $3,205 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in O Neal, AL vs. nearby cities

O Neal, AL
$3,563/mo
$3,576/mo
$3,563/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in O Neal, AL vs. the state and national average

O Neal, AL
$3,563/mo
$3,467/mo
U.S. national average
$4,146/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in O Neal vs. other types of senior living

$3,987/mo
Independent Living
$3,563/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in O Neal, AL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,083/mo
Studio
$3,998/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,982/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,773/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,315/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in O Neal over time

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What families are saying about independent living in O Neal

Recent reviews for independent living in O Neal

Hilltop at Glenwood in Florence, AL

3.5
My loved one was previously a resident at Hilltop at Glenwood and the overall experience was good. The staff is friendly, but I do feel like there is a lack of communication between them. Overall, I would recommend Hilltop at Glenwood to others who are looking for a Memory Care facility.

Brookdale Cedar Springs in Decatur, AL

5.0
We have had a great experience. And [name removed] from APFM was so very helpful!! The process went more quickly and smoothly than I expected. The food is fabulous. Beautiful dining area. Staff is available, accommodating, and super friendly.

Country Cottage - Russellville

5.0
A sweet member of my church family moved to Country Cottage in Russellville. I can't say enough positive things about this community. The staff are always available to help her. She said she didn't know what she would do without her "girls" at the Cottage. I pop in to check on her all the time. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff. Many reviews highlight the warm and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities, such as Residences at Wellpoint. Residents and their families appreciate the personal interaction and supportive attitude of the staff members.
Variety of activities for residents. Residents find enjoyment in the diverse range of activities offered at communities like City Center Village and Brookdale Jones Farm. social events, games, crafts, and even gardening classes help keep seniors engaged and active.
New and modern facilities. Reviews for communities such as City Center Village and Residences at Wellpoint mention the cleanliness and contemporary design of the facilities, creating a bright and positive living environment for residents.
Customizable dining options. At communities like City Center Village, residents have the choice to dine in the communal dining room or opt for meal delivery to their private apartments. Customization in meal options is often a significant factor in overall satisfaction.
Accessible and convenient locations. Location plays a role in the decision-making process for many families, with communities like Monark Grove Madison and Brookdale Jones Farm being praised for their proximity to essential services and family homes.
Active community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the sense of community among residents and their involvement in various activities and events. For example, at City Center Village, residents enjoy socializing and forming new friendships.
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O Neal independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in O Neal independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in O Neal, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in O Neal independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of O Neal partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.9%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
32.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in O Neal independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of O Neal communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
14.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.7%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
21.6%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in O Neal independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in O Neal offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.8%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.6%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.3%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.5%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.8%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
41.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
29.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.6%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Limestone Lodge, Residences at Wellpoint and City Center Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near O Neal, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 85 independent living facilities near O Neal, Alabama. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in O Neal, Alabama are Limestone Lodge, Residences at Wellpoint and City Center Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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