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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Melrose, AL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Melrose area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Melrose. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 73 independent living facilities in Melrose, 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 Whitney, Rock Spring and Crudup.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Gadsden, Anniston and Prices.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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: 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: Senior Apartments
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Lighthouse Pointe is set in a private wooded environment on Hwy.27 just south of Carrollton. It is convenient to shopping, doctors and hospitals. Lighthouse Pointe is a full service personal care facility designed to provide the mature adult with living accommodations and other essential services...
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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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: 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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Cost of independent living in Melrose, AL
The average cost of senior living in Melrose is $3,548 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ashville, AL with an average of $2,967 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Melrose, AL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Melrose, AL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Melrose
Recent reviews for independent living in Melrose
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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Proveer at Grayson Valley in Birmingham, AL
4.1
The facility is pretty nice, I think some things could be upgraded. But mom is very pleased. The staff is very friendly and quick to address any issues we have. They do housekeeping often and her room is very clean. The food is good, mom is happy with it. Communication with the family is very ...
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Autumn Cove Assisted Living in Anniston, AL
5.0
The staff has been wonderful. My loved one gets out and mingles. I am happy so far,. It is a good place for your loved ones, and so far we have not had any issues. My loved one is getting more attention, and it is more affordable. Overall, I don't have any negative comments/feedback.
Melrose independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melrose independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melrose, 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 Melrose 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 Melrose 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
16.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
21.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Melrose 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 Melrose communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
13.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
15%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melrose 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 Melrose offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
26.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bridgewood Gardens, Silver Lakes Senior Living and McClellan Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Melrose, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 73 independent living facilities near Melrose, Alabama. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Melrose, Alabama are Bridgewood Gardens, Silver Lakes Senior Living and McClellan Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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