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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Shepherd Hill, AL

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The staff is outstanding. They are always friendly and helpful and offer a wide variety of activities every day. The facility is always kept clean and has a very attractive decor throughout the interior of...
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.
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My Brother and I discovered The Crossings along with other memory care facilities. The team at The Crossings are very friendly, professional and they care for the community that is there. Our Mother has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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Our love one feels well supported and at home. The staff and residents are very hospitable and the facility is elderly friendly.. The faculty & staff goes far and beyond to accommodate the needs of the...
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.
At CaraVita Village, we know that you would rather not spend your retirement having yet another set of responsibilities. That's why we strive to make life easier for the active seniors at our community. We offer all the conveniences of home without the hassle of home ownership, which means you...
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It’s stressful to worry about your loved one everyday and the decision to use a memory care unit was a difficult one. We have had ups and downs at Wesley Gardens and at one time I toured someplace to move my...
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.
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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, 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.
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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.
Experience a place you can call home at Belmont Assisted Living. We are nestled in the peaceful neighborhood of Copperfield and directly across from Baptist East Hospital off of Taylor Road. We are located within walking distance of a fire station, one block from the Cancer Care Center, numerous...
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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.
Canterbury Courts At the Canterbury Courts in Montgomery, Montgomery County, Alabama, we offer comfortable and luxurious senior housing arrangements to people 55 and older. With one bedroom and two bedroom units available, we are prepared to accommodate both singles and couples. Crafted from...
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Shepherd Hill, AL

The average cost of senior living in Shepherd Hill is $2,683 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lowndesboro, AL with an average of $2,280 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shepherd Hill, AL vs. nearby cities

Shepherd Hill, AL
$2,683/mo
$2,767/mo

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

Shepherd Hill, AL
$2,683/mo
$3,458/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shepherd Hill vs. other types of senior living

$3,762/mo
Independent Living
$2,683/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Shepherd Hill, AL by room type

Studio
$4,573/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,717/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,947/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Shepherd Hill over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Shepherd Hill

Recent reviews for independent living in Shepherd Hill

Oak Grove Inn in Montgomery, AL

4.5
Based on the experience I have had so far, the staff members working there are very helpful and surrounding. However they have some areas they could improve on so on the moment, I would maybe recommend this community to other families.

The Crossings at Eastchase in Montgomery, AL

4.4
It is a beautiful space with a very helpful staff. The staffs were lovely everywhere we went, but this facility was the nicest. Spacious and light and it smelled better. Overall a newer, fresher look. Also it allows more freedom for the residents at meal time. No assigned time or seat and a ...
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Country Cottage - Montgomery

4.6
Very well -kept, beautiful outdoor / garden area. The Administrative Staff (management) are so wonderful! Very friendly, informative and communicative about your loved one. The room could be bigger (we selected a smaller one for various reasons) but we make it work and I encourage Mom to spend ...
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Shepherd Hill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shepherd Hill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shepherd Hill, 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 Shepherd Hill 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 Shepherd Hill 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
33.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Shepherd Hill 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 Shepherd Hill 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
33.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shepherd Hill 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 Shepherd Hill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
55.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.4%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
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Oak Grove Inn, Asher Point Independent Living of Montgomery and Country Cottage - Montgomery are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shepherd Hill, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 14 independent living facilities near Shepherd Hill, Alabama. See the full list.

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