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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Spears, AL

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Photo of The Terrace at Grove Park
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When it comes to the activities and value for cost - that is to new to evaluate. However, what I like the most about The Terrace's is that they have quality cottages, I feel like I did when I was at my home,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
The Terrace at Grove Park Located in the charming city of Dothan, Houston County, Alabama, The Terrace at Grove Park is an assisted living community where you can feel safe and cared in a dignified environment. Known as 'The Peanut Capital of the World', Dothan is an active city, with many...
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There could be improvements with the care staff and the meals/dining, even though we, and our mom have no complaints about either, but there is always room for improvement. As a matter of fact, my sister has...
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.
Likened to finding a rare treasure, you really must discover the beauty of Stanley House. It lies beyond the walls and decor. The team of exceptional service and care providers has been assembled. They have been carefully screened for exemplary credentials. Simply put, it takes a special person...
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Things seem to be going very well at Crestview Manor! My loved one has settled in well, and I haven't heard a single negative word from any of my family members! The place seemed very clean and well kept...
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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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: 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.
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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Somerset was wonderful to our family. We did have to end up moving them out because this facility is assisted living only and my mom needed memory care. We were never disappointed with the food and they had...
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.
Photo of Andalusia Manor
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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
Photo of Whitehall Assisted Living Community
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.
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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.
Photo of Magnolia Wood Lodge
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.
Photo of Crescent Park Village
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.
Photo of Eden at Crestview
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 Spears, AL

The average cost of senior living in Spears is $3,157 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Malvern, AL with an average of $2,807 per month.

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

Spears, AL
$3,157/mo
$3,918/mo

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

Spears, AL
$3,157/mo
$3,458/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$3,656/mo
Independent Living
$3,157/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,500/mo
Studio
$4,650/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,196/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,677/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Spears over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Spears

Recent reviews for independent living in Spears

Sodalis DeFuniak Springs

4.8
Sodalis is a great place! My grandmas health and energy has improved. They really care about the residents. They always have some kind of activity throughout the day. They schedule weekly Walmart trips and other outings periodically. They have a very nice doctor that comes in to see the ...
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Somerset Assisted Living Facility in Dothan, AL

4.5
Thank you so very much to the folks at Somerset Assisted Living for taking care of our parents. Our parents have been living at Somerset for over 20 months. They moved to Somerset while their home was being renovated from hurricane [name removed]. Our father is still living there, but our ...
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The Terrace at Grove Park in Dothan, AL

5.0
Our experience with The Terrace has been fantastic we could not of picked a better community. Our loved one is extremely happy there, and we are extremely happy. The staff call us with any changes in our loved ones status, and anytime we call we questions they are always very responsive.

Spears independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Spears independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Spears, 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 Spears 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 Spears 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
4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
4%
33.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Spears 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 Spears communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
12%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Spears 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 Spears offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
16%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
4%
27.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
4%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12%
46.1%
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The Terrace at Grove Park, Sodalis DeFuniak Springs and Serenity South Enterprise Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Spears, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 39 independent living facilities near Spears, Alabama. See the full list.

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