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8 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Blackburn, AL
If you’re looking for assisted living in Blackburn, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Blackburn or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Blackburn.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Blackburn for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 8 assisted living facilities in the Blackburn area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Alexander Heights, Sherwood Forest and Greenbrier.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Florence, Muscle Shoals and Sheffield.
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9.5
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43 reviews
If we could give Columbia Cottages a 10 we would! I will just have to say I love Columbia Cottage. My dad loves it there and he is very happy. The staff members are very kind and caring and they take 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.
Real Service At the heart of Columbia Cottage is ~CareSteps~, an individualized service plan designed to solve the real, day-to-day issues that have threatened to destroy the independence you've worked so hard to achieve. ~CareSteps~ assures that you'll receive the right amount of help at the...
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9.4
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29 reviews
The Renaissance is a very nice facility. I joke that I wish I lived there. The community is active and mixed in terms of physical and cognitive abilities. My mom really struggled to integrate for reasons...
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.
IN TIMES OF UNCERTAINTY...Imagine a lifestyle with all the supportand stability that you could need.Welcome to The Renaissance of FlorenceAssisted Living in Florence, AlabamaOur Services:Awarded U.S. News's Best Assisted Living of 2023, we are dedicated to enhancing health, wellness, and the...
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8.6
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4 reviews
First of all I’d like to mention the staff. They are the most caring individuals and take excellent care of Mother better than I could have expected. Secondly I’d like to mention the kitchen staff. They cook...
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.
You will feel right at home at Hilltop at Glenwood. Located in historic Florence, AL residents enjoy all that our town has to offer, including the annual Renaissance Faire each fall and the W.C. Handy Music Festival every summer. Our community is very family friendly and we are committed to...
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The community is beautiful and well maintained. The staff has made my loved ones feel like they are family. The staff knows everyone's name and uses it so they feel like that is there home. I am very...
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.
Keestone Senior Community is an assisted living residence located in Florence, the county seat of Lauderdale County, Alabama. There are many local community events to enjoy ranging from the summer Renaissance fair to many historic landmarks. Our amazing weather encourages an active lifestyle, or...
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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.
Green Oaks Inn established in 1984 has been a pioneer of memory care assisted living in the state of Alabama. Green Oaks Inn continues to serve as a role model for others who offer this type of housing for the elderly in Alabama. The facility is licensed to provide care for up to thirty-two...
Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Blackburn, AL
The average cost of senior living in Blackburn is $3,966 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterloo, AL with an average of $3,491 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Blackburn, AL vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Blackburn, AL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Blackburn
Recent reviews for assisted living in Blackburn
Hilltop at Glenwood in Florence, AL
3.5
My loved one was previously a resident at Hilltop at Glenwood and the overall experience was good. The staff is friendly, but I do feel like there is a lack of communication between them. Overall, I would recommend Hilltop at Glenwood to others who are looking for a Memory Care facility.
The Renaissance of Florence
5.0
The Renaissance of Florence is a beautiful facility. The staff are very helpful and kind, taking a genuine interest in the residents and the care they receive. There is an outstanding activities program with a wide variety of activities for the residents to participate in. The Renaissance of ...
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Keestone of Florence Senior Community
4.0
I have no complaints about this community. The meals are fresh and have good flavor to them. I really like that the staff encourages my mother to interact with other residents. My mother says that the community feels like home. I feel that it is very safe here. It's a wonderful community.
Blackburn review score based on 28 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 28 reviews of 8 Blackburn assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Blackburn review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
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Review subcategories for Blackburn assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 28 reviews of 8 Blackburn assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Blackburn resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Blackburn, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.1
Value for cost*
4.5
4.1
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Blackburn assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blackburn assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blackburn, 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 Blackburn assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Blackburn that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Blackburn assisted living
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 Blackburn Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Blackburn assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Blackburn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
35.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Blackburn assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Blackburn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
25%
35.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blackburn assisted 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 assisted living communities in Blackburn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
25%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Blackburn
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Alabama assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Blackburn protect seniors.
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Columbia Cottage, The Pearl of the Shoals and The Renaissance of Florence are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Blackburn, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 8 assisted living facilities near Blackburn, Alabama. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Blackburn, Alabama is The Renaissance of Florence. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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