About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Home Care Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home. Complete guide to home careBest of 2024 Home Care Winners
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
More About Veterans Benefits
Senior Living Awards
How Our Service Works
Caregiver ResourcesAdd Review(866) 374-4058
Talk to a local advisor for FREE
10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sylvan Springs, AL
The cost of independent living in Sylvan Springs is about $3,554 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 85 options. Read 1043 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 Birmingham, Hoover and Homewood.
Sylvan Springs Independent Living Facilities | 1043 Reviews
Showing 85 communities
Last Updated: 11/1/24
Sort by
Filter by
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: Assisted 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.
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.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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.
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.
5 star
50%
4 star
25%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
25%
My mom is doing great as a resident in the community. She enjoys the meals and the activities are good. She has been happy so far and the staff are good with the care and good at giving my updates where it...
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: 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: 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.
· Alabama Living Center Assisted Living Center If you or someone in your family is having difficulty living independently, yet doesn't need 24-hour care and medical supervision, then assisted living will provide the ideal solution. If you or a loved one requires assistance with bathing,...
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
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
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.
Our free advisors can help
- Compare local facilities
- Determine care type
- Schedule tours
- Evaluate pricing
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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: 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: 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: 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.
Our services include traditional and specialty care assisted living. We offer free evaluations where we can help assist you in determining you or your loved ones needs.Traditional Assisted Living If you or someone in your family is having difficulty living independently, yet doesn't need 24-hour...
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
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: 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.
5 star
46%
4 star
35%
3 star
15%
2 star
0%
1 star
4%
Our loved one was a previous residents at The Village and during their stay there it was awesome, just off the charts. However covid had hit and we ended up pulling our loved one out to come live at home...
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.
Village at Cook Springs provides an assisted living community for those in need of memory care in the Pell City, St. Clair County, Alabama. This community offers the support that is needed for seniors who are dealing with dementia and Alzheimer's in an area that is beautiful and green. Those...
5 star
60%
4 star
0%
3 star
40%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
We chose Martinview Assisted Living because it provided everything that I was looking for for my wife. The staff are super friendly and the care is personalized. I would recommend to others looking.
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.
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, 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: 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, 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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Sylvan Springs, AL
The average cost of senior living in Sylvan Springs is $3,554 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dora, AL with an average of $2,884 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sylvan Springs, AL vs. nearby cities
Sylvan Springs, AL
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sylvan Springs, AL vs. the state and national average
Sylvan Springs, AL
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sylvan Springs vs. other types of senior living
Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Sylvan Springs, AL by room type
Semi-Private
Studio
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
Average cost of Independent Living in Sylvan Springs over time
Sylvan Springs, ALAL stateNational
Discover the many ways to pay for senior living
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Your Guide to Paying for Care
Plan for and know your options for how to cover long-term care expenses.
Your Guide to VA Benefits
The VA provides two veterans benefits that can be used to offset the costs of long-term care.
Medicare and Medicaid
Understand the difference between these two public pay options, and what they cover.
What families are saying about independent living in Sylvan Springs
Recent reviews for independent living in Sylvan Springs
Asher Point Independent Living of Hoover
4.1
I am not very good at this but here goes , this is the first time we've in a retirement community and the adjustment was difficult but I have to say the staff are very polite and caring .I was raised with old values and I see this community practicing those same values
Homeland Assisted Living Facility in Jemison, AL
5.0
My parents have been here almost a year. The staff and owner are friendly and have genuine concern for the residents. They get to know the residents, so when something is not right (mentally/physically) they know and can address it quickly.
It’s never easy for a person to transition from ...
Read more
Kirkwood by the River in Birmingham, AL
5.0
My parents moved into Kirkwood by the River 9 years ago and I've NEVER had a complaint about anything. This is the best run and kindest retirement place anyone could ever find.
The entire staff are kind, thoughtful, patient and courteous.
A wonderful place in a great setting with Christian ...
Read more
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff in various communities, with residents and their families expressing appreciation for the long-term friendships that have been formed. For example, at Danberry at Inverness, [name removed] has gone above and beyond to make new re ...
Read more
Engaging activities and socialization. Residents find joy in the various activities offered at their communities, which include everything from bingo and team trivia games to gardening and group outings. At Skyline Village at Red Mountain, residents have reported an increase in socializing and engagement since moving in.
Beautifully maintained facilities. The cleanliness and upkeep of the communities are consistently praised in reviews, with residents and their families expressing satisfaction with the well-maintained facilities. For instance, at The Crossings at Riverchase, the facility is described as 'beautiful and new'.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the quality of the meals and dining experiences are noted as a major factor in overall satisfaction with the communities. For example, at Danberry at Inverness, the food is described as 'incredible' and 'always delicious', while Asher Point Independent Living of Hoover ...
Read more
Thoughtful and personalized care. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of the caregivers, who go the extra mile to ensure residents' needs are met. At Morningside of Vestavia Hills, staff members are praised for their attentiveness and for caring for residents 'like family'.
Convenient location and transportation. Some reviews mention the importance of the community's convenient location and reliable transportation services. For instance, residents at Skyline Village at Red Mountain appreciate the convenience of having their medicine delivered and being able to explore the surrounding area with the comm ...
Read more
AI generated from the text of family reviews
Sylvan Springs independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sylvan Springs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sylvan Springs, 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 Sylvan Springs 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 Sylvan Springs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sylvan Springs, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.9%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.9%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
21.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
32.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Sylvan Springs 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 Sylvan Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sylvan Springs, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.2%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.2%
16.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Sylvan Springs 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 Sylvan Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sylvan Springs, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.9%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.9%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.6%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.2%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
27.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.4%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
45.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Frequently Asked Questions
Gardens of Pelham, Danberry at Inverness and Monark Grove Greystone are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sylvan Springs, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 85 independent living facilities near Sylvan Springs, Alabama. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sylvan Springs, Alabama are Gardens of Pelham, Danberry at Inverness and Monark Grove Greystone. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
More questions?
Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.
Independent Living in Cities Near Sylvan Springs
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Hoover, Alabama
- Homewood, Alabama
- Gardendale, Alabama
- Alabaster, Alabama
- Bessemer, Alabama
- Vestavia Hills, Alabama
- Helena, Alabama
- Irondale, Alabama
- Pelham, Alabama
- Tarrant, Alabama
- Pleasant Grove, Alabama
- Mountain Brook, Alabama
- Fultondale, Alabama
- McCalla, Alabama
- Warrior, Alabama
- Hueytown, Alabama
- Grants Mill, Alabama
- Fairfield, Alabama
- Forestdale, Alabama
More options near Sylvan Springs, Alabama
The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top