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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Franklin County, AL

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 43 independent living facilities in Franklin County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Woodlawn Heights, Gravel Hill and Reedtown.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Bear Creek, Needmore and Posey Mill.

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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
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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.
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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I have been here for about two years and I love it. I've become friends with all of the residents and staff and they really care about how you're doing. They bend over backwards to help me when i'm feeling...
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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My mother has been at Morningside six years and is very satisfied. The activities have kept her more active and entertained. Staff has been friendly and helpful. Family knows she is getting the best of...
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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.
Located on the outskirts of Fayette, Morningside has provided state-licensed assisted living services since 1992. Our licensed professional associates provide excellent resident satisfaction, vibrant programming and care which the community has come to know and trust 24 hours a day, seven...

Cost of independent living in Franklin County, AL

The average cost of senior living in Franklin County is $3,097 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Twin, AL with an average of $2,692 per month.

Independent living costs in Franklin County, AL, vs. nearby counties

Franklin County, AL
$3,097/mo
$3,034/mo

Independent living costs in Franklin County, AL, vs. state and national averages

Franklin County, AL
$3,097/mo
$3,478/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Franklin County, AL, vs. other senior living options

$3,668/mo
Independent Living
$3,097/mo

Independent living costs in Franklin County, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,673/mo
Studio
$3,250/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,279/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,469/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,990/mo

Senior living costs in Franklin 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: Franklin County, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFranklin County, ALAlabamaU.S.
Independent Living$3,097/mo$3,478/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,668/mo$3,866/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$3,668/mo$3,907/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Franklin County, AL:$3,097/mo
Alabama:$3,478/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Franklin County, AL:$3,668/mo
Alabama:$3,866/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Franklin County, AL:$3,668/mo
Alabama:$3,907/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Franklin County, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Franklin 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.

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Independent living cost trends in Franklin County, AL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Franklin 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Franklin County, AL$2,344/mo$2,060/mo+13.8%
Alabama$2,766/mo$2,673/mo+3.5%
National$3,191/mo$3,101/mo+2.9%
Franklin County, AL
2024 average cost:$2,344/mo
2023 average cost:$2,060/mo
Percent change:+13.8%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$2,766/mo
2023 average cost:$2,673/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,191/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Franklin County

Recent reviews for independent living in Franklin County

Dogwood Fulton, LLC

4.5
The facility and staff were ok, location is great.

Country Cottage - Decatur

5.0
The staff CARES!!! The staff is down to earth and genuinely cares about their residents. My mother has had a hard time moving into assisted living because she is fiercely independent.. the staff here has included her and everything and makes her feel welcome.

The Neighborhood at Sheffield

5.0
My family and loved one had a wonderful experience with The Neighborhood at Sheffield. The staff are personable and caring towards the residents. Everyone is friendly from the staff to residents. The staff are great at communicating with the family and making sure all of our questions are ...
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Franklin County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Franklin County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Franklin County, 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 Franklin County 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 Franklin County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Franklin County, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Franklin County 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 Franklin County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Franklin County, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Franklin County 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 Franklin County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Franklin County, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
30.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.1%
47%
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