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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Fort Gaines, AL

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We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Lourdes, Riverside and McVoy.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Gulf Shores, Dauphin Island and Fairhope.

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Photo of Seagrass Village of Gulf Shores
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66 Floor plans available
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5 on all categories except if we asked out loved one about the activities she would maybe say a 3 or 5. Sometimes the activities were not up to par as the previous facility our loved one was in. No details...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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Photo of The Brennity at Fairhope Senior Living
1717 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
7.0
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Looked at several places and most seemed adequate to fit the needs of my mother. We chose Brennity at Fairhope mainly because we were able to get special pricing. However, we were also looking at the quality...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
The Brennity at Fairhope Assisted Living is located in a residential environment with care close at hand. We are just minutes away from award-winning Thomas Hospital, as well as several primary care physicians and specialists. The Brennity at Fairhope Assisted Living offers 24-hour support and...
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Photo of Homestead Village of Fairhope
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I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. This is a wonderful community. The staff are supportive and great to work with. The campus is beautiful. There is even a community garden...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Homestead Village’s purpose is to provide a quality retirement experience. We have beautiful independent living and assisted living apartments on a month to month rental basis, with a 30 day out notice. We have no endowment or buy in. Homestead Village is on a beautiful 17 acre campus, located in...
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Photo of Country Place Senior Living of Fairhope
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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.
Country Place Senior Living is more than an assisted living residence, it's a place where true friendships are made, lives are shared and care warms the heart. Our uniquely intimate setting of 24 suites limits the number of residents, thereby fostering a feeling of 'family' and belonging. When...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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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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The Grove does not provide assistant living facilities but it is a great place to live if you enjoy socializing with neighbors that are over 55. Having a golf cart to ride around the community to attend...
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Fort Gaines, AL

The average cost of senior living in Fort Gaines is $3,626 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dauphin Island, AL with an average of $3,235 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Gaines, AL vs. nearby cities

Fort Gaines, AL
$3,626/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Gaines, AL vs. the state and national average

Fort Gaines, AL
$3,626/mo
$3,458/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Gaines vs. other types of senior living

$4,039/mo
Independent Living
$3,626/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Fort Gaines, AL by room type

Studio
$2,816/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,544/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,350/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,695/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Fort Gaines over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Fort Gaines

Recent reviews for independent living in Fort Gaines

Seagrass Village of Gulf Shores

5.0
Seagrass Village of Gulf Shores community has a great atmosphere. The staff is very helpful & the place is just beautiful. It has been a good transition for us.

Homestead Village of Fairhope

4.0
Although my mom is still adjusting I know in my heart that she is where she should be. Her biggest complaint is that she has to ask for any over the counter medicine she wants to take, ( ie: aleve, etc) it's not allowed in the residents apartments. Everyone has been very friendly and ...
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The Brennity at Fairhope Senior Living

4.0
Things were a bit rocky when my father first moved in. They had removed the hard wood floors and replaced them with carpet without telling us. We spent $6,000.00 having hard wood put back in. While they do take care of maintenance, the staff is somewhat marginal. My father and other ...
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Fort Gaines independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Gaines independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Gaines, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Gaines independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fort Gaines partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Gaines independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fort Gaines communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Gaines independent 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 independent living communities in Fort Gaines offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
46.1%
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