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7 Best Independent Living Communities in Speed, AL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Speed 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 Speed. 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 7 independent living facilities in Speed, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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My loved one has been living at The Gardens of Wetumpka for a little over four months no and we could not be more pleased! The staff is always so personable and the amenities are so much like home that it is...
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.
Welcome to the Gardens of Wetumpka Assisted Living, a place for seniors to take part, a place to belong. We offer the personal attention and home-like environment your loved one deserves. Nestled in a quiet residential area only minutes from downtown Wetumpka, our assisted living community has 29...
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Every time we come to visit we can see just how clean the community is. We have not been able to eat there ourselves but all the feedback our loved one has given us it seems like they are really enjoying it....
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.
The Gables at Charlton Place Assisted Living combines a convenient location, comfortable apartment homes and daily assistance designed to maximize your parents’ independence. It’s the kind of care that provides true peace of mind for the whole family. We are nestled within a small, quiet and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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
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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.
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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Cost of independent living in Speed, AL
The average cost of senior living in Speed is $3,095 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kellyton, AL with an average of $1,815 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Speed, AL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Speed, AL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Speed, AL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Speed
Recent reviews for independent living in Speed
Gardens of Wetumpka
5.0
This facility has the perfect ‘hometown’ vibe. The residents are friendly and welcoming. My father moved in not long ago and was welcomed by all. It has been such a relief knowing that he is some where he is cared for and happy. I recommend The Gardens every chance I get!
Gardens of Clanton
5.0
My grandmother lived at The Gardens for 3 years. Everyone was so nice and helpful. I enjoyed all the parties with family. My mother's the administrator there and she does a remarkable job. The community is always clean and the food is delicious.
The Gables Assisted Living at Charlton Place in Deatsville, AL
5.0
My mother is a resident in your facility. I live on the west coast in another state so I only am able to visit one or two times a year. Each time I have had the privilege to visit I have found the facility clean, the staff friendly and welcoming. They are all so very kind to my mother, so I’m ...
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Speed independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Speed independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Speed, 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 Speed 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 Speed partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Speed, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Speed 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 Speed communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Speed, ALNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
42.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Speed 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 Speed offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Speed, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
44.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
42.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
46.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gardens of Clanton, Gardens of Wetumpka and The Gables Assisted Living at Charlton Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Speed, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 7 independent living facilities near Speed, Alabama. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Speed, Alabama are Gardens of Clanton and Gardens of Wetumpka. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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