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The cost of independent living in Ponders is about $3,532 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 66 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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Last Updated: 12/19/24
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Photo of Summer Village Campus
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44 Floor plans available
9.0
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26 reviews
9.0
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26 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
31%
3 star
8%
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The carpets need to be replaced in the lunch area, halls and entrance area. The rooms themselves are great at Summer village Campus.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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 Morningside of Auburn
1414 Photos available
8.6
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8 reviews
8.6
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8 reviews
5 star
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4 star
38%
3 star
13%
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Staff has been very nice, and responsive. Continuously tries to keep mother engaged. Mother indicates quality and variety of food is much better than other facilities she has been in. Other residents all...
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.
Morningside of Auburn, centrally located in Auburn/Opelika area is a cozy assisted living community that offers the care you need and the charming, southern lifestyle you deserve. A single-floor design makes it easy to get around, and a full calendar of activities and events lets you be as active...
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Photo of Summer Village at Camellia Place
66 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.0
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We are well acquainted with what care for elderly should encompass. My Mom moved to Camelia Place because it not only meets, but exceeds our requirements for a home for Mom. She deserves the best living...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Photo of Summer Village at Magnolia Place
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66 Floor plans available
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The community is very clean, the staff are friendly and well organized and they do seem to care for their residents. The meals and dining service is great, our experience has been really good and the value...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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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.
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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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.
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Cost of independent living in Ponders, AL

The average cost of senior living in Ponders is $3,532 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shorter, AL with an average of $2,709 per month.

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

Ponders, AL
$3,532/mo
$3,532/mo
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ponders, AL vs. the state and national average

Ponders, AL
$3,532/mo
$3,461/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

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

$3,859/mo
Independent Living
$3,532/mo

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

Studio
$4,267/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,248/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,088/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Ponders

Recent reviews for independent living in Ponders

Summer Village Campus in Auburn, AL

4.8
I really liked the triplex design rather than a multi-storey apartment building. I have a much larger apartment than most I looked at, with a garage. The food is also better than some I sampled. All in all, it was just a good fit for me.

Summer Village at Magnolia Place in Auburn, AL

4.6
The Summer Village community has made our loved one get more socially involved which we very nice. So far our loved one has not complained about the food, so from our understanding its pretty good.

Summer Village at Camellia Place in Auburn, AL

4.0
Overall nice and clean place. Workers and interns are very personable and welcoming. I feel comfortable with my decision of this place.

Ponders independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ponders independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ponders, 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 Ponders 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 Ponders partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ponders, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Ponders 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 Ponders communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ponders, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ponders 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 Ponders offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ponders, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
45.7%
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Summer Village Campus, Morningside of Auburn and Holiday Monarch Estates are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ponders, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Ponders, Alabama. See the full list.

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