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10 Best Nursing Homes in Scant City, AL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Scant City nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Scant City, AL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Scant City or another care type is right for you. Browse 15 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Scant City.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Saratoga, Mill Village and Southtown.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Walter, Baileytown and Douglas.

Nursing homes facilities near Scant City, AL

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2525 Photos available
9.9
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22 reviews
9.9
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22 reviews
5 star
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I am so thankful that my brother is in a living situation with such a kind and warm-hearted staff. The facilities are great and he's made a lot of friends here. He is treated like part of a big family.
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.
The Residences at Wellpoint is nestled in the mountains of beautiful Hampton Cove, overlooking the Hampton Cove Golf Course. This innovative senior community features Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Life at Wellpoint, is designed to restore well-being and rejuvenate the...
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55 Floor plans available
9.9
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22 reviews
9.9
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22 reviews
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The community feel like a home and my mom loves it there. She's not lonely and enjoys the activities. I would recommend this place to anyone.
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.
If you think senior living at Bridgewood Gardens is like a nursing home … think again! We ensure residents are living an active and enriching lifestyle through our dedicated assisted living and award-winning memory care services. Come see how we can elevate your lifestyle with engaging and...
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1313 Floor plans available
9.3
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7 reviews
9.3
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I have recommended Redstone Village Memory Gardens to friends looking for a place for their parents. They have a nurse there 24 hours a day, so if medical assistance is needed, their parent would have...
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.
Huntsville Alabama's Premier Life Care Retirement Community offering Independent Living, Licensed Assisted Living, Licensed Specialty Care Assisted Living, and Licensed Skilled Nursing on a beautiful mountain top with scenic views.
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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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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, 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.
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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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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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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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Scant City, AL

The average cost of senior living in Scant City is $4,217 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Union, AL with an average of $3,526 per month.

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

Scant City, AL
$4,217/mo
$4,344/mo

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

Scant City, AL
$4,217/mo
$3,862/mo
U.S. national average
$4,811/mo

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

$4,225/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,217/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,495/mo
Studio
$4,790/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,002/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,817/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,850/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Scant City over time

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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.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Scant City

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Scant City

Aldridge Creek Terrace in Huntsville, AL

4.5
My mother is law loves it here. She has adjusted very well to it, and we are pleased. She stays busy with all the activities they have available. They have an excellent staff, they are caring for her very well. The only problem she has had is the meals, but they are working on it. The community ...
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Thrive at Jones Farm in Huntsville, AL

3.6
High amount of fried foods. Not really a heart healthy diet. Seem to ship residents off to emergency room on minor incidents. Then very difficult to get people back to there residency.

Bridgewood Gardens in Albertville, AL

5.0
Bridgewood Gardens is an amazing place for Mom and family. She is being given the best care possible from her first day. The staff is so in tune to her needs. Everyone from Receptionist to Nursing Dietary to Housekeeping and Maintenance has gone above board to be helpful, attentive and in tune ...
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Scant City nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Scant City nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Scant City, 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 Scant City 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 Scant City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Scant City, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
27.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.2%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.8%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.8%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
18.2%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.2%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.8%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
27.3%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
9.1%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Scant City 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 Scant City Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Scant City, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.3%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.2%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.3%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Scant City 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 Scant City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scant City, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Scant City 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 Scant City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scant City, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.2%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Scant City 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 Scant City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Scant City, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.3%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.3%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
9.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Residences at Wellpoint, Bridgewood Gardens and Thrive at Jones Farm are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Scant City, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 15 nursing homes facilities near Scant City, Alabama. See the full list.

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