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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Clay, AL
If you’re looking for assisted living in Clay, 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 Clay or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Clay.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Clay for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 90 assisted living facilities in the Clay 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 Southwood, Chapel Hill and Mountain Brook Village.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Birmingham, Trussville and Mountain Brook.
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It is very, very clean. Everything is impressive. My mother is very picky and she said they are willing to do anything for you and she's really impressed.
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.
Legacy Village of Jacksonville is an assisted living community located in Jacksonville, Alabama, in Calhoun County, and home to just over 12,600 people. Jacksonville is a busy city close to Oxford, with lots of stores, shopping, restaurants and area attractions. Residents will enjoy spending time...
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 Clay, AL
The average cost of senior living in Clay is $4,019 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Highland Lake, AL with an average of $3,323 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Clay, AL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Clay, AL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Clay vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Clay, AL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Clay over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Clay, AL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Clay
Recent reviews for assisted living in Clay
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.
Morningside of Vestavia Hills
4.0
Its very nice and have lots of activities. A few complaints about the dining. For instance they are on lock down now for covid and she and several other residents did not get any breakfast this morning
Clay review score based on 301 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 301 reviews of 79 Clay assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Clay 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
Clay review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Clay 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 301 reviews of 79 Clay assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Clay 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.Clay, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Clay assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clay assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clay, 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 Clay 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 Clay that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Clay, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.7%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.7%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
43%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.2%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30.4%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Clay 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 Clay Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Clay, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.3%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.5%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Clay 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 Clay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clay, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.4%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
25.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.5%
35.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Clay 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 Clay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clay, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.7%
42%
Room service
Room service
17.7%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.6%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clay 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 Clay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clay, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
43%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.4%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.8%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.9%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.8%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
38%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
21.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Clay
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 Clay protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Danberry at Inverness, Gardens of Pelham and Bridgewood Gardens are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Clay, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 90 assisted living facilities near Clay, Alabama. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Clay, Alabama are Danberry at Inverness, Gardens of Pelham and Bridgewood Gardens. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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