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The average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Alabama is $4,200, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Helicon area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Very nice facility. My mom loves the atmosphere and care she receives. The activities for her are somewhat lacking. They need to replace the activities person.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Westminster Assisted Living and Memory Care is designed for seniors who need assistance or support with activities of daily living while still living independently in private studio apartments. Each residence is furnished by the Resident to foster the fun and pleasure of living as an individual...
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It really is a great facility. They are very attentive. They may have more activities than my mom tells me, but I don't know. She likes bingo and the monthly entertainment. I would definitely recommend The...
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.
Located one block from Cullman Regional Medical Center and 4 miles from Interstate 65, residents are conveniently located to their physicians, rehabilitation services, and more. Morningside of Cullman is licensed by the State of Alabama, is a trusted senior resource, and the Assisted Living of...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Photo of Water Oak Villa
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Photo of Country Manor Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
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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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Cost of assisted living in Helicon, AL

The average cost of senior living in Alabama is $4,200 per month as compared to $5,830 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Alabama vs. national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeAlabamaU.S.Cost difference
Assisted Living$4,200/mo$5,830/mo28.0% below national median
Memory Care$5,577/mo$6,999/mo20.3% below national median
Independent Living$3,125/mo$3,520/mo11.2% below national median
Assisted Living
Alabama:$4,200/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:28.0% below national median
Memory Care
Alabama:$5,577/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:20.3% below national median
Independent Living
Alabama:$3,125/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:11.2% below national median
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Helicon, 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 Helicon.

What families are saying about assisted living in Helicon

Recent reviews for assisted living in Helicon

HarborChase of Jasper

4.4
Our experience was fantastic, though it was short-lived due to medical issues that required a higher level of care. I would consider HarborChase one of the top contenders in the area for future needs. I was on their waiting list for a while, and the experience lived up to my expectations. I wish ...
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Monarch Place in Hanceville, AL

3.9
My mom unfortunately doesn't do many of the activities; but here are the things I love about the staff: they are always coming by to pop in and check on her. The activities director comes by and invites her to join activities. She loves the staff. Food quality needs to be improved on. The meat ...
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The Neighborhood at Cullman

5.0
I feel that the staff is great and very attentive. They are helpful and always pay close attention to my loved one. My loved one is active in the community with starting up different activities for the residents to do. They offer healthy and a variety of food choices. I would recommend them ...
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Helicon review score based on 21 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 21 reviews of 2 Helicon assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Helicon 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

Helicon review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Helicon, AL2 facilities
8.3
Hamilton, AL1 facilities
8.8
Jasper, AL42 facilities

Helicon assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Helicon assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Helicon, 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 Helicon 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 Helicon that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Helicon, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
29.8%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.5%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
38.1%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.4%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
29.7%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
24.9%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Helicon 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 Helicon Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Helicon, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
21.5%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.9%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
17.9%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.4%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Helicon 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 Helicon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Helicon, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.2%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.5%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
18.6%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.4%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
0.7%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Helicon 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 Helicon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Helicon, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.5%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.8%
37%
Room service
Room service
17.1%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.5%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Helicon 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 Helicon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Helicon, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.8%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.8%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.9%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.4%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.2%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.5%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.8%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.2%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.2%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
29%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
13%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.6%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.5%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in Helicon

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 Helicon protect seniors.
Learn about Alabama assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Westminster Assisted Living and Memory Care, The Neighborhood at Cullman and Woodland Haus are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Helicon, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 6 assisted living facilities near Helicon, Alabama. See the full list.
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