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I helped a friend establish her father in Rememberance Village at Riverwood. The staff was very helpful and friendly during the time we were deciding where to place him. They were very informative in every...
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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.
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.
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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.
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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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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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Grace Assisted Living facilities are all on one level, located in idyllic wooded settings with gazebo, fountain, walking trails and more than 50 species of plants growing around the landscape and tended by residents and their families. Intimate and refreshing conversations just seem to come...
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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.
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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.
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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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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I think that they are doing the best with what they have – though short-staffed, the staff on hand are friendly, informative and helpful The manager has been helpful when there's been a financial issue....
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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.
Highlands Senior Living is a gated personal care home facility done with casual elegance. All our services are tailored to our residents needs with attention to detail. Residents have direct input into planning of meals and activities. Many special amenities are provided, i.e., selective menus,...
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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.
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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.
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.
At Woodhaven Personal Care our assisted living community is a lively place in which families and our residents easily make friends. Located out in the country in picturesque Trenton, GA our senior residents have plenty to do outside and inside our home. They can choose to participate in our...

Cost of assisted living in Cherokee County, AL

The average cost of senior living in Cherokee County is $3,603 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edwardsville, AL with an average of $3,306 per month.

Assisted living costs in Cherokee County, AL, vs. nearby counties

Cherokee County, AL
$3,603/mo
$3,433/mo

Assisted living costs in Cherokee County, AL, vs. state and national averages

Cherokee County, AL
$3,603/mo
$3,866/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Cherokee County, AL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,603/mo
$3,633/mo

Assisted living costs in Cherokee County, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,609/mo
Studio
$3,942/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,742/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,039/mo

Senior living costs in Cherokee County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Cherokee County, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCherokee County, ALAlabamaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,603/mo$3,866/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,633/mo$3,907/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,368/mo$3,478/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Cherokee County, AL:$3,603/mo
Alabama:$3,866/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Cherokee County, AL:$3,633/mo
Alabama:$3,907/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Cherokee County, AL:$3,368/mo
Alabama:$3,478/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Cherokee County, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Cherokee County 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.

Cherokee County, ALAL stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Cherokee County, AL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Cherokee County 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
Cherokee County, AL$2,853/mo$3,090/mo-7.7%
Alabama$3,631/mo$3,614/mo+0.5%
National$4,875/mo$4,585/mo+6.3%
Cherokee County, AL
2024 average cost:$2,853/mo
2023 average cost:$3,090/mo
Percent change:-7.7%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$3,631/mo
2023 average cost:$3,614/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
National
2024 average cost:$4,875/mo
2023 average cost:$4,585/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cherokee County, AL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Cherokee County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Cherokee County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Cherokee County

Highlands Senior Living Cartersville

5.0
The staff is really great!! Most of them have cared for a family member with dementia so they are compassionate for what they do. Very knowledgeable and able to help navigate the resident and family members. Great facility!Love the staff! I spoke to residents and family and all say staff is ...
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Rosewood Manor in Scottsboro, AL

5.0
They have an activity room with puzzles and things like that but then they also had entertainment come in as well it seemed like every day. For the price it is a very nice facility. Everyone knows each other and watches out for each other. Any residents who wanted to help with cooking or ...
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Autumn Cove Assisted Living in Anniston, AL

5.0
The staff has been wonderful. My loved one gets out and mingles. I am happy so far,. It is a good place for your loved ones, and so far we have not had any issues. My loved one is getting more attention, and it is more affordable. Overall, I don't have any negative comments/feedback.

Cherokee County review score based on 214 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 214 reviews of 53 Cherokee County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cherokee County 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

Cherokee County review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Cherokee County, AL53 facilities
6.9
Cedar Bluff, AL19 facilities
7.9
Centre, AL16 facilities

Review subcategories for Cherokee County 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 214 reviews of 53 Cherokee County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cherokee County 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.
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Cleanliness
4.5
4.0
Friendliness
4.5
4.1
Care services
4.4
3.8
Staff
4.5
4.0
Meals & dining
4.1
3.6
Activities
4.1
3.7
Value for cost*
4.1
3.7
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Cherokee County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cherokee County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cherokee County, 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 Cherokee County 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 Cherokee County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cherokee County, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
39.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.6%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.6%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.7%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.4%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Cherokee County 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 Cherokee County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cherokee County, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.4%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.7%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.8%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cherokee County 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 Cherokee County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cherokee County, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.1%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
26.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.6%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.8%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Cherokee County 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 Cherokee County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cherokee County, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
17%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.4%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cherokee County 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 Cherokee County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cherokee County, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
34%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.9%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.1%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.6%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
32.1%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
22.6%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.8%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cherokee County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Alabama assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Cherokee County protect seniors.
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Seven Hills Square, Brookdale Rome and The Gardens of Rome are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cherokee County, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 71 assisted living facilities near Cherokee County, Alabama. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Cherokee County, Alabama are The Gardens of Rome, McClellan Senior Living and Silver Lakes Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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