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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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This is a very well run community. The staff show genuine care and concern for the residents. I would highly recommend the community to others for their loved ones. Movies, bingo, special themes, and more...
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.
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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.
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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.
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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, 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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Orion, AL

The average cost of senior living in Orion is $3,454 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clayton, AL with an average of $3,108 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Orion, AL vs. nearby cities

Orion, AL
$3,454/mo
$3,482/mo
$3,511/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Orion, AL vs. the state and national average

Orion, AL
$3,454/mo
$3,840/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Orion vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,454/mo
$3,631/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Orion, AL by room type

Studio
$4,152/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,577/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,611/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Orion over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Orion, 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 Orion.

What families are saying about assisted living in Orion

Recent reviews for assisted living in Orion

Oak Grove Inn in Montgomery, AL

4.8
The reasons for the numbers 4 ratings had to do with CoVid restrictions and some difficulty with administrator on assisted living wing. Many of regular activities were put on pause because of Covid restrictions but those that were offered were great. In our experience, all nurses and caregivers ...
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The Harbor At Hickory Hill in Prattville, AL

4.9
The staff members there are great, they really do seem to care and that it is not just a job for them. The residents are always kept so busy, the activities are wonderful. It is such a bright, cheery, and welcoming atmosphere

Country Cottage - Montgomery

3.6
She is in a better place than alone at home - it was close proximity to my house. My mother has improved since she has been there. She has met friends there and I think she will only get better.

Orion review score based on 61 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 61 reviews of 38 Orion assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Orion 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

Orion review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Orion, AL38 facilities
8.0
Troy, AL55 facilities
7.8
Petrey, AL56 facilities

Review subcategories for Orion 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 61 reviews of 38 Orion assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Orion 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.
Orion, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Orion assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Orion assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Orion, 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 Orion 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 Orion that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Orion, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.1%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.8%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.9%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
15.8%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Orion 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 Orion Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Orion, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
31.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.8%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.1%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Orion 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 Orion partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Orion, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.4%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
13.2%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.8%
35.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Orion 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 Orion communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Orion, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
35.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Orion 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 Orion offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Orion, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.9%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.9%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.2%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.8%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
18.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.9%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Orion

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 Orion protect seniors.

Learn about Alabama Assisted Living regulations

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There are 53 assisted living facilities near Orion, Alabama. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Orion, Alabama is Gardens of Wetumpka. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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