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10 Best Nursing Homes in Howells, AL

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Howells is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 44 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Howells, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Howells is about $4,234, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 364 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Howells, AL

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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.
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, 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 Blake at Miramar Beach is a distinctive senior living community, offering unparalleled experiences in a luxurious and hospitality-driven environment. With a dedicated and tenured team, enviable amenities, and a vibrant calendar of resident events, we provide a unique space for growth,...
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Howells, AL

The average cost of senior living in Howells is $4,234 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carolina, AL with an average of $3,518 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Howells, AL vs. nearby cities

Howells, AL
$4,234/mo
$3,584/mo
$3,584/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Howells, AL vs. the state and national average

Howells, AL
$4,234/mo
$3,877/mo
U.S. national average
$4,877/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Howells vs. other types of senior living

$4,234/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,234/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Howells, AL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,588/mo
Studio
$4,691/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,537/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,152/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Howells over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Howells

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Howells

Sodalis DeFuniak Springs

4.8
Sodalis is a great place! My grandmas health and energy has improved. They really care about the residents. They always have some kind of activity throughout the day. They schedule weekly Walmart trips and other outings periodically. They have a very nice doctor that comes in to see the ...
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Brookdale Fort Walton Beach

3.8
We picked this community, because it was close to my house, I liked that it's secure-locked doors, and it was smaller. There are some things that they stated that they would provide, but they couldn't do those things due to being short staffed. They care about the residents, and they do the best ...
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Meridian at Westwood in Fort Walton Beach, FL

5.0
Well kept well run facility. Meals are excellent and residents and staff very friendly. Nice community environment. Priced well considering other options in area.

Howells nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Howells nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Howells, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Howells nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Howells that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Howells, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.6%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.7%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.2%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.7%
22.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.3%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Howells nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Howells Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Howells, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.8%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.4%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.3%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Howells nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Howells partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Howells, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.7%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.1%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.6%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Howells nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Howells communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Howells, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.5%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
34.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.7%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Howells nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Howells offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Howells, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.8%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.8%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.9%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
41.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
37.9%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.4%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Opal at Bluewater Bay, Meridian at Westwood and The Terrace at Grove Park are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Howells, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 44 nursing homes facilities near Howells, Alabama. See the full list.

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