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OVERALL STATE RANK
Overall state ranking out of 50
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How we determine rankings
Our 2023 state ranking for assisted living uses A Place for Mom’s proprietary data collected from our community partners. First, we sorted through our metrics and grouped them into three pillars that are key in a quality assisted living experience. We weighted these pillars differently based on insights from our senior living experts. Then, we used these categories and their weighting to determine how each state ranks. Read our full methodology
Top ranked Alabama cities for assisted living overall
The median monthly cost of assisted living in Alabama is $3,637 per month, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. Half of A Place for Mom’s partner communities charge more than $3,637, while half charge less. This is $1,170 less per month than the national median cost, making Alabama among the nation’s most affordable states for assisted living.[02]
The type of assisted living community a resident chooses will likely affect their cost of care. Standard assisted living facilities generally cost less than specialty care assisted living facilities for residents with dementia or cognitive decline. The size of a community may also affect costs. In Alabama, costs typically range from roughly $2,600 to just over $5,000 a month. Alabama divides their assisted living facilities into the following categories, based on their number of beds:[03]
Monthly cost figures generally cover a senior’s complete care needs, including:
Since specialty care assisted living facilities provide more intensive care for residents with Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia, they’re often more expensive. More extensive staffing requirements, additional cognitive therapy programs, and increased safety features contribute to this cost difference.
Other factors can also affect the cost of assisted living in Alabama, like:
Medicare and Medicaid may also help offset some of the costs of medical care expenses in an assisted living community for qualified seniors.
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Everyone was very welcoming and kind. The residents seemed to really enjoy having the girls here. The girls enjoyed a wonderful lunch!
We are very pleased with the quality of care. Like any long term care facility the family needs to be involved in monitoring their loved one's care. They should visit often. We would recommend the Gardens...
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.
What our family likes the most about the Proveer at Port City is the staff. They treat my mother very well and she gets a lot of attention. She has improved so much under their care.
We chose Somerby of Mobile over other facilities we looked at just because of the overall feeling that we got about the facility during our tour experience. The people and the building itself were all great!...
After my stroke Crowne was a safe place for my re-hab, there were many kind people there. Stand-outs for me were [name removed] in the office and [name removed] was awesome she was a nurse on my hall and...
We absolutely love it there.....they are fabulous!!! Although mom can barely talk anymore she is able to get her needs met. They are very patient with her and pay close attention to her body cues she uses...
Overall my mom has settled in very well, she has made some friends and the staff makes her feel welcome! I have interacted the most with [names removed] and they are fabulous. I have had some concerns with...
I would pop in and some places wanted you to have an appt or it wasn't clean. MG had no issue with me popping in at any time and I was never disappointed. They answered all my questions and more as I thought...
Our building had a Friday night get together, where we had food, played games and had fun. None of there other buildings did this, so that's what made it so special. I'm no longer living there, as I have...
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.
Layout of facility means short walks to activities and meals. Staff is very approachable with questions or concerns. Issues are addressed quickly and appropriately. Staff encourage residents to join in...
Honestly, I would give a 5 in each category. [name removed] was very happy there. I just wished he had lived long enough to really enjoy it. And I appreciate A Place for Mom listening to our needs and...
Each family has their own unique budget and needs. The sooner you evaluate your loved one’s financial situation and determine your budget, the more options you may have available. This is especially true if your aging relative plans to apply for public assistance programs, such as Medicaid home and community based services (HCBS) waivers or stipends from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), both of which may have a waiting period. If you plan to use Medicare or Medicaid to cover any medical services in assisted living, an application or spend-down period may apply.
Many families use a combination of private funds and public payment methods to cover the costs of assisted living. For a high-level overview of payment options, consult our guide to paying for long-term care.
Private pay options can include pensions, assets, retirement accounts, and personal savings.
Alabama has different regulations and requirements for standard assisted living facilities and specialty care assisted living facilities. We’ll explain the similarities and differences below.[03]
All assisted living facilities in Alabama must be licensed and inspected by the state, no matter the size or level of care they provide. All facilities from family homes to larger communities must comply with fire codes, staffing guidelines, and safety standards. Single-occupancy rooms must be at least 80 square feet in size, while double-occupancy rooms must be 130 square feet. Bathrooms can’t be shared by more than six residents.
To be admitted to an assisted living facility, prospective residents must complete medical and cognitive exams by a doctor within 30 days of entry. Facility administrators must also work with new residents to complete a comprehensive care plan in conjunction with the facility and family.
The prospective resident must not require skilled nursing care or wound care beyond basic first aid at time of admittance to the facility. Residents must also be able to self-administer prescription medication with assistance during their time at the facility.
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All assisted living communities in Alabama must offer 24-hour supervision, but requirements vary by care type.
Standard assisted living facilities:[04]
Specialty care assisted living facilities:
After a facility becomes licensed, they must renew their license yearly and undergo inspections from Alabama Public Health — Bureau of Health Provider Standards. This office also investigates complaints about cleanliness, resident treatment, and quality of care. Inspection reports are available to the public through Alabama Public Health’s Health Care Facilities Deficiencies database.
We developed a system to rate each state on how easy — or difficult — it is to find important assisted living records and reports, and compiled tips to help you in your search.
States with the most transparent records allow you to look up important information about each assisted living facility online, including inspections, complaints, survey results, violations, capacity, and whether the facility accepts Medicaid to pay for long-term care services.
Public access to assisted living records and reports for the state of Alabama is exceptional. Here are the key findings that informed this rating:
A Place for Mom developed an assisted living rating methodology for state data collection and evaluation. We based our rating primarily on the objective, state-specific accessibility criteria outlined in these questions:
Department of Health and Human Services. (2015). Compendium of residential care and assisted living regulations and policy.
A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
National Center for Assisted Living. (2022). Alabama.
State of Alabama Department of Public Health. (2019, April 16). Assisted living facilities.
Overview of assisted living in AL
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