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The cost of independent living in Shellhorn is about $2,849 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 45 options. Read 196 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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My loved one has been living at The Gardens of Wetumpka for a little over four months no and we could not be more pleased! The staff is always so personable and the amenities are so much like home that it is...
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.
Welcome to the Gardens of Wetumpka Assisted Living, a place for seniors to take part, a place to belong. We offer the personal attention and home-like environment your loved one deserves. Nestled in a quiet residential area only minutes from downtown Wetumpka, our assisted living community has 29...
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The staff is outstanding. They are always friendly and helpful and offer a wide variety of activities every day. The facility is always kept clean and has a very attractive decor throughout the interior of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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My mom is receiving great care at Country Cottage. I feel at ease and appreciate the attention and kindness of the staff! I highly recommend Country Cottage to anybody looking for care for a loved one.
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.
Country Cottage — Montgomery is an assisted living community located in Montgomery, Alabama. Montgomery is a beautiful city in Montgomery County and is known for its recreational amenities and cultural attractions. The city features more than 1600 acres of parkland, as well as 24 community...
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So far, we have had a great experience. 5 for all. No complaints and we would recommend Asher Point Independent Living to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
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.
As Montgomery’s premiere Independent Living community, we are dedicated to providing a meaningful experience for residents who are ready to live their best days.Located in Montgomery, Asher Point Independent Living allows its residents to thrive in their retirement years in a convenient, quiet...
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My Brother and I discovered The Crossings along with other memory care facilities. The team at The Crossings are very friendly, professional and they care for the community that is there. Our Mother has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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I am not just content but 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.
Welcome to Pine Needle of Greenville, a 16-resident assisted living facility where individualized personal care is our highest priority! We are a dedicated retirement home for seniors here in Greenville, Alabama and are committed to serving our residents with the care and compassion they deserve....
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Our love one feels well supported and at home. The staff and residents are very hospitable and the facility is elderly friendly.. The faculty & staff goes far and beyond to accommodate the needs of the...
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.
At CaraVita Village, we know that you would rather not spend your retirement having yet another set of responsibilities. That's why we strive to make life easier for the active seniors at our community. We offer all the conveniences of home without the hassle of home ownership, which means you...
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Our loved one loves Country Place. They are all friendly and very helpful. The new staff members answered all of our questions and helped us tremendously in the move in process. I would recommend this...
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.
Country Place Senior Living is more than an assisted living residence, it's a place where true friendships are made, lives are shared and care warms the heart. Our uniquely intimate setting of 24 suites limits the number of residents, thereby fostering a feeling of 'family' and belonging. When...
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I would tell a friend that, I was pleased with the care and that they are worth going to tour and speak with to see if it's a fit for your family member. And that we would use them again if the need...
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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My sister and I recently went through the process of identifying end-of-life care for our mother. That included assisted living arrangements for the early stages of her decline to higher levels of care as...
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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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.
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, 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.
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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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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.
Canterbury Courts At the Canterbury Courts in Montgomery, Montgomery County, Alabama, we offer comfortable and luxurious senior housing arrangements to people 55 and older. With one bedroom and two bedroom units available, we are prepared to accommodate both singles and couples. Crafted from...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
John Knox Manor, Inc. is a faith-based non-profit community for seniors 62 years and older.Located near Baptist Medical Center South and various other medical facilities, you're loved one can feel safe and secure with staff on duty 24 hours a day.John Knox Retirement Tower is a 7 story building...
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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, 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.
Experience a place you can call home at Belmont Assisted Living. We are nestled in the peaceful neighborhood of Copperfield and directly across from Baptist East Hospital off of Taylor Road. We are located within walking distance of a fire station, one block from the Cancer Care Center, numerous...
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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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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: 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.
St. Jude Apartments is located along a National Historic trail and offers gorgeous 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes.
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.

Cost of independent living in Shellhorn, AL

The average cost of senior living in Shellhorn is $2,849 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hayneville, AL with an average of $2,437 per month.

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

Shellhorn, AL
$2,849/mo
$2,894/mo
$2,932/mo

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

Shellhorn, AL
$2,849/mo
$3,461/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

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

$3,619/mo
Independent Living
$2,849/mo

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

Studio
$3,931/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,162/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,932/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Shellhorn over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Shellhorn

Recent reviews for independent living in Shellhorn

Oak Grove Inn in Montgomery, AL

4.5
Based on the experience I have had so far, the staff members working there are very helpful and surrounding. However they have some areas they could improve on so on the moment, I would maybe recommend this community to other families.

The Crossings at Eastchase in Montgomery, AL

4.4
It is a beautiful space with a very helpful staff. The staffs were lovely everywhere we went, but this facility was the nicest. Spacious and light and it smelled better. Overall a newer, fresher look. Also it allows more freedom for the residents at meal time. No assigned time or seat and a ...
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Country Cottage - Montgomery

4.6
Very well -kept, beautiful outdoor / garden area. The Administrative Staff (management) are so wonderful! Very friendly, informative and communicative about your loved one. The room could be bigger (we selected a smaller one for various reasons) but we make it work and I encourage Mom to spend ...
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Shellhorn independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shellhorn independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shellhorn, 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 Shellhorn 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 Shellhorn 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
10.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.9%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
8.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.8%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Shellhorn 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 Shellhorn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
8.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.6%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
16.2%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shellhorn 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 Shellhorn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.7%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.2%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.9%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.6%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
24.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
21.6%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27%
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Gardens of Wetumpka, Oak Grove Inn and Country Cottage - Montgomery are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shellhorn, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 45 independent living facilities near Shellhorn, Alabama. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Shellhorn, Alabama is Gardens of Wetumpka. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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