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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Carey, AL
If you’re looking for assisted living in Carey, 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 Carey or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Carey.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Carey for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 68 assisted living facilities in the Carey 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 West Decatur, Moulton Heights and Brookwood Forest.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Huntsville, Madison and Athens.
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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.
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.
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.
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: 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
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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Cost of assisted living in Carey, AL
The average cost of senior living in Carey is $4,017 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lexington, AL with an average of $3,800 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Carey, AL vs. nearby cities
Carey, AL
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Carey, AL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Carey vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Carey, AL by room type
Semi-Private
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Carey over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Carey, AL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Carey
Recent reviews for assisted living in Carey
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.
Merrill Gardens at Madison
4.8
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 of things. It doesn't matter what time of the day you drop in to visit there's always ...
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Monark Grove Madison
5.0
My loved one is having a great experience here at Madison Crossings. It is much better than her previous facility and we have been happy.
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Dedicated and caring staff. Many reviews highlight the kindness and compassion of staff members at various communities, such as Madison at The Range, where they went above and beyond to ensure residents receive proper care. Families frequently mention developing strong bonds with caregivers and feeling reassured by their ...
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Wide range of activities for residents. Reviews often mention the importance of engaging activities for residents, with communities like Columbia Cottage and The Pearl of the Shoals offering a variety of options including cooking classes, card games, and field trips. These activities help residents stay active and social, contribu ...
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Thoughtfully designed common areas. Several reviews praise the cleanliness and warmth of common areas at different communities, such as Limestone Manor, where residents enjoy bright, welcoming spaces like a garden or a cozy living room. These areas provide opportunities for socializing and relaxation.
Individualized care plans for each resident. Reviews at Thrive at Jones Farm and The Neighborhood at Madison highlight the importance of personalized care plans, with staff members tailoring care plans to meet the unique needs of each resident. This approach ensures that each individual's specific requirements are addressed, promoting ...
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Communication between families and staff. Many reviews emphasize the importance of clear, consistent communication between families and staff, as seen at Vitality Living Upland Park, where regular meetings are held to keep loved ones informed. This open dialogue helps families feel confident that their loved one's care is being manage ...
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Secure and safe community environment. Reviews for Lynridge of Huntsville Assisted Living and Memory Care and The Terrace at Priceville mention the peace of mind families feel knowing their loved one is in a secure community setting. Staff members ensure residents' safety while allowing them the freedom to live independently, giv ...
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Carey review score based on 311 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 311 reviews of 60 Carey assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Carey 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
Carey review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Carey 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 311 reviews of 60 Carey assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Carey 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.Carey, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Carey assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carey assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carey, 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 Carey 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 Carey that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carey, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.7%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
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
20%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31.7%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Carey 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 Carey Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carey, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.3%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.7%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carey 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 Carey partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carey, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.7%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
36.7%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
35.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Carey 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 Carey communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carey, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35%
42%
Room service
Room service
25%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carey 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 Carey offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carey, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
46.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
35%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Carey
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 Carey protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Limestone Lodge, Residences at Wellpoint and Gardens of Hazel Green are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Carey, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 68 assisted living facilities near Carey, Alabama. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Carey, Alabama are Limestone Lodge, Residences at Wellpoint and Gardens of Hazel Green. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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