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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Welka, AL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Welka 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 Welka. 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 76 independent living facilities in Welka, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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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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About 2 years ago, my grandmother moved into Westminster Village. It was her 1st move in over 50 years and being a widow, both her and my family were a little nervous until we all realized how great...
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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, 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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Cost of independent living in Welka, AL
The average cost of senior living in Welka is $3,465 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Excel, AL with an average of $2,848 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Welka, AL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Welka, AL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Welka vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Welka, AL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Welka
Recent reviews for independent living in Welka
Country Place Senior Living of Brewton
4.7
I have been very pleased. I would recommend Country Place to others. It is clean and spacious community. The food services are good. The have choices at breakfast. I was pleased with the staff that I interacted with.
Westgate Village in Brewton, AL
5.0
Moved into Westgate at start of new year. Best Decision!!! Feel safe, yet feel I have privacy. Place is clean, staff is great! Love the opportunity to meet many kinds of people.
Brookdale Pensacola
4.8
I absolutely love the employees and their interactions with the residents. I would highly recommend Brookdale Pensacola. Once the food situation is solved, they should have a 10 in every category.
Welka independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Welka independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Welka, 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 Welka 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 Welka 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
24.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Welka 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 Welka 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
35.2%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.6%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Welka 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 Welka offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.6%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.2%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
29.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
24.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.9%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gardens of Daphne, University Pines by Sky Active Living and The Waterford at Carpenter's Creek are the top-rated independent living facilities near Welka, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 76 independent living facilities near Welka, Alabama. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Welka, Alabama are Gardens of Daphne, University Pines by Sky Active Living and The Waterford at Carpenter's Creek. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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