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Shoal Creek 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 11 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Shoal Creek, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Shoal Creek is about $4,510, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 289 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Shoal Creek, AL

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1010 Floor plans available
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Danberry is an exceptional facility. Of all the assisted living facilities we visited, only Longleaf was in the same level of quality, but not at the level of Danberry. The room, the food, the activities,...
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.
Danberry at Inverness reflects a complete break from the conventions of ordinary senior living communities by embracing a distinctive philosophy focused on celebrating life with style. Here, you will find every convenience and amenity imaginable for active adults over 55, including a full...
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99 Photos available
4646 Floor plans available
9.6
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36 reviews
9.6
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36 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
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3 star
8%
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This place is great. The staff is very attentive and kind. They are encouraging my 91yr old mom to join the activities and help to get out to eat in the dining room. The head nurse is keeping me informed and...
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.
There's beauty in new beginnings - and a thrill in knowing the possibilities they bring. Just like the metamorphosis of a butterfly, nature has a way of showing us there are wonders to be celebrated in all of life's stages - and now that you've worked hard, it's time to enjoy. Senior living at...
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99 Photos available
8.8
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14 reviews
8.8
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14 reviews
5 star
65%
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I would rate each of these a 5. I think it is a wonderful place for seniors. Small enough for good care. Very clean. Friendly and caring staff.
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 Ridge at Grandeview offers assisted living which means the staff will provide as much or as little support as you need. Services include on-site rehabilitation services, medication management, pharmacy services, individualized service plans and more. We also offer memory care needed for...
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1414 Photos available
9.9
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127 reviews
9.9
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127 reviews
5 star
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My Mother is a resident of Gardens of Pelham and she adores living there. She loves all the sweet people who work there and the fun activities ( especially bingo). It is a wonderful place and the workers...
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.
At the Gardens of Pelham Assisted Living, our retirement community meets the diverse and changing needs of today’s senior citizens. Conveniently located off 1-65 North at exit 246 in Pelham near the Oak Mountain Park, the Garden’s atmosphere is warm and relaxed. Our month-to-month rent, without...
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1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.4
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34 reviews
9.4
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34 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
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3 star
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While I may sound a bit critical regarding the food and activities, my concerns stem from my loved one's experience. Unfortunately, she finds the food unappealing, and I have to agree—it doesn’t look very...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Lakeview Estates, a Phoenix Senior Living community, offers premier senior living services with superior personalized care and luxury-style accommodations with a comfortable, small-town feel. From the moment you enter Lakeview Estates, it will become clear that our goal is to instill purpose and...
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8.0
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22 reviews
8.0
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22 reviews
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If they would clean the rooms a little better and more often it would be really close to a 5. The staff all seem pretty happy and are always friendly. They also seem to be genuinely caring. The food is good,...
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.
Newly Renovated!!Nestled within a serene neighborhood, The Brook is a haven of compassionate care and comfort for our cherished residents. Here, we prioritize individual well-being and offer personalized support that allows residents to maintain their independence while receiving the assistance...
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2424 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
7.5
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8 reviews
7.5
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8 reviews
5 star
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Longleaf is a well run facility. It is clean and functional, with friendly and helpful staff. My aunt has made friends quickly, and she enjoys a variety of activities. My favorite part is that she is...
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 NEW DESIGN OF CARE, LIFE AND STYLELongleaf Liberty Park is taking a fresh, local approach to senior living, service and care. We've taken every detail into consideration to elevate expectations of what assisted living and memory care should be. Our modern welcoming spaces match our forward...
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88 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
7.4
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22 reviews
7.4
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22 reviews
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36%
3 star
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My husband has Vascular Dementia & this is the 3rd facility he has lived in. So far this place is easy to deal with. The staff work hard to make sure people are safe and needs are met. It is not a...
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.
Nestled in an attractively landscaped and wooded pocket of Birmingham, AL, Somerby St. Vincent's One Nineteen provides all that seniors desire from Independent living, Assisted living and specialized Somerside Memory Care options. Somerby offers a comfortable, convenient and rewarding senior...
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44 Photos available
7.3
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42 reviews
7.3
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42 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
26%
3 star
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One area that needs attention is the heating and air conditioning system. The building is well maintained and the staff is very friendly.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Elite Senior Living Center located in Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama and provides independent living where residents receive the memory care that they need. Our community provides seniors with a great place to call home. Those who are visiting residents of this community will find that...
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1414 Photos available
7.0
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6 reviews
7.0
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6 reviews
5 star
49%
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I placed my mom here for respite care and received great service. She was provided great care by the staff. She has dementia and the staff were skilled with dealing with dementia patients. Thanks to [name...
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.
A Life Plan, commonly referred to as a Continuing Care Retirement Community, St. Martin’s in the Pines offers a comprehensive range of care to support seniors through all stages of living. Accommodations include restaurant-style dining, gated beautiful grounds, community garden, daily activities,...
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Shoal Creek, AL

The average cost of senior living in Shoal Creek is $4,510 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dunnavant, AL with an average of $4,135 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Shoal Creek, AL, vs. nearby cities

Shoal Creek, AL
$4,510/mo
$4,180/mo

Nursing homes costs in Shoal Creek, AL, vs. state and national averages

Shoal Creek, AL
$4,510/mo
$3,998/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

Nursing homes costs in Shoal Creek, AL, vs. other senior living options

$4,491/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,510/mo

Nursing homes costs in Shoal Creek, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,347/mo
Studio
$5,111/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,118/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,949/mo

Senior living costs in Shoal Creek vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Shoal Creek, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShoal Creek, ALAlabamaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,510/mo$3,998/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,391/mo$3,938/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,491/mo$3,998/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,008/mo$3,582/mo$4,153/mo
Nursing Homes
Shoal Creek, AL:$4,510/mo
Alabama:$3,998/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Shoal Creek, AL:$4,391/mo
Alabama:$3,938/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Shoal Creek, AL:$4,491/mo
Alabama:$3,998/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Shoal Creek, AL:$4,008/mo
Alabama:$3,582/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Shoal Creek, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Shoal Creek and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Shoal Creek, ALAL stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Shoal Creek, AL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Shoal Creek have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shoal Creek, AL$4,914/mo$4,146/mo+18.5%
Alabama$4,341/mo$4,273/mo+1.6%
National$5,552/mo$5,224/mo+6.3%
Shoal Creek, AL
2024 average cost:$4,914/mo
2023 average cost:$4,146/mo
Percent change:+18.5%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$4,341/mo
2023 average cost:$4,273/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,552/mo
2023 average cost:$5,224/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Shoal Creek

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Shoal Creek

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 ...
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Fair Haven Retirement Community in Birmingham, AL

4.0
There have been some issues with the billing but I'm having a meeting with them this week to get that resolved. Based on our experience I would recommend them.

Somerby at St. Vincent's One Nineteen in Hoover, AL

4.0
Our experience has been very positive. But I would advise anyone looking for a senior living faculty to do a thorough inspection and interview current residents for an unbiased opinion. That is what we did and I believe that is why we are so satisfied. Plan ahead so sudden decisions don't have ...
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Shoal Creek nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shoal Creek nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shoal Creek, 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 Shoal Creek 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 Shoal Creek that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shoal Creek, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
70%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shoal Creek 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 Shoal Creek Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shoal Creek, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
90%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
90%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shoal Creek 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 Shoal Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shoal Creek, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Shoal Creek 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 Shoal Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shoal Creek, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
40%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shoal Creek 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 Shoal Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shoal Creek, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
90%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
70%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
90%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
90%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
90%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
80%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
80%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
90%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
70%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
90%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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