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The cost of independent living in Rockwood is about $3,220 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 7 options. Read 47 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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Photo of The Pearl of the Shoals
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Bright, open facility. Feels welcoming. Staff is very friendly and treats your loved one as if they are a part of their family. Love the staff, how they treat my mother in law and try to get her involved.
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.
The Pearl of the Shoals offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care while providing abundant services, conveniences and amenities. And there’s always the security of knowing that our staff is on-site 24 hours a day, seven days a week.As an assisted living resident, you can enjoy the...
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Photo of Southern Magnolia Golden
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The warmth and caring of the staff from the top manager on down was so evident. I also witnessed staff people working with clients on craft projects and everyone was laughing and totally enjoying their time...
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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Photo of The Neighborhood at Sheffield
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55 Floor plans available
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My mother has been living at The Neighborhood of Sheffield for almost 10 years. Under [name removed] leadership, the facility has grown into a top-notch, caring home for her. I enjoy visiting and am happy...
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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All 5. The residents are very loving and sweet to my mom. I feel like she has friends there, and based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend Country Cottage - Russellville to...
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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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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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 Rockwood, AL

The average cost of senior living in Rockwood is $3,220 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Red Bay, AL with an average of $2,493 per month.

Independent living costs in Rockwood, AL, vs. nearby cities

Rockwood, AL
$3,220/mo

Independent living costs in Rockwood, AL, vs. state and national averages

Rockwood, AL
$3,220/mo
$3,593/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Rockwood, AL, vs. other senior living options

$3,917/mo
Independent Living
$3,220/mo

Independent living costs in Rockwood, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,924/mo
Studio
$3,846/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,216/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,700/mo

Senior living costs in Rockwood vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Rockwood, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRockwood, ALAlabamaU.S.
Independent Living$3,220/mo$3,593/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$3,917/mo$3,946/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$3,917/mo$4,006/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Rockwood, AL:$3,220/mo
Alabama:$3,593/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Rockwood, AL:$3,917/mo
Alabama:$3,946/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Rockwood, AL:$3,917/mo
Alabama:$4,006/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Rockwood

Recent reviews for independent living in Rockwood

The Neighborhood at Sheffield

5.0
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 staff are great at communicating with the family and making sure all of our questions are ...
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Southern Magnolia Golden

5.0
This facility is just what the doctor ordered for my sister-in-law…she now has the social contacts she needs for better mental health but she also has the care professionals who administer the meds and supervise hygiene habits which helps her physical health. The staff are professionals but ...
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Keestone of Florence Senior Community

4.0
I have no complaints about this community. The meals are fresh and have good flavor to them. I really like that the staff encourages my mother to interact with other residents. My mother says that the community feels like home. I feel that it is very safe here. It's a wonderful community.

Rockwood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rockwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rockwood, 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 Rockwood 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 Rockwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rockwood, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Rockwood 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 Rockwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rockwood, ALNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rockwood 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 Rockwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rockwood, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
50%
33%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.4%
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