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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Shaw, AL
The cost of independent living in Shaw is about $2,120 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 16 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Columbus, Hamilton and New Hope.
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Very quiet clean facility. ALL of the workers are so kind to my mom and our family. They take the best care of her. They treat and us (family) as if we were the only resident. I see this with all 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.
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, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
We appreciate your interest in Plantation Pointe Retirement Community and invite you to a personal tour at your earliest convenience. There is much to see and we are confident that you’ll discover our living-well lifestyle provides what seniors need most to relieve stress, recover, live long, and...
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: 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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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: 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: 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.
Columbus Gardens offers elegant one and two bedroom apartment homes for those who want an independent lifestyle while enjoying the comforts and conveniences of senior living. This community offers responsive management, 24-hour emergency maintenance, washers and dryers, resident activities and a...
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Cost of independent living in Shaw, AL
The average cost of senior living in Shaw is $2,120 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ethelsville, AL with an average of $2,017 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shaw, AL vs. nearby cities
Shaw, AL
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shaw, AL vs. the state and national average
Shaw, AL
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shaw vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Shaw, AL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Shaw
Recent reviews for independent living in Shaw
Morningview Estates in Fayette, AL
5.0
My dad had been a resident at Morningside of Fayette for a little over a year. It was a difficult decision to move him from his home to any facility. However, I am very please with the care, friendliness, and professionalism of the staff and management. They provide entertainment for the ...
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Garden Hill Assisted Living, LLC in Columbus, MS
4.6
They are very helpful and nice!
Mom never really elaborated on the meals, but from what I could see, It always looked like well balanced meals.
Shaw independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shaw independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shaw, 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 Shaw 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 Shaw partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shaw, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
10%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
32.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shaw 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 Shaw communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shaw, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
10%
36%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shaw 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 Shaw offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shaw, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
10%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
27.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
10%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
10%
48.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10%
42%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
10%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
10%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
10%
31.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
10%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Garden Hill Assisted Living, LLC, Quality Care Personal Care and Care Center of Vernon are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shaw, Alabama. See full list of communities.
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