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7 Best Independent Living Communities in Youngtown, AL

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 7 independent living facilities in Youngtown, 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 Woodlawn Heights, Hester Heights and Gravel Hill.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Haleyville, Posey Mill and Needmore.

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Photo of Country Cottage - Decatur
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9.4
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The staff CARES!!! The staff is down to earth and genuinely cares about their residents. My mother has had a hard time moving into assisted living because she is fiercely independent.. the staff here 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.
Country Cottage — Decatur is an assisted living community located in Decatur, Alabama. Decatur is a city situated in Morgan and Limestone counties and is affectionately known as 'The River City.' As the largest city in Morgan County, it offers its residents a wide array of shopping, dining and...
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44 Floor plans available
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I would for sure recommend Brookdale to others. We were attracted by the cleanliness and having the size room my grandmother wanted
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 our premier Decatur, Ala., retirement community offering independent for seniors, we’re here to help you seize your new opportunities and make the most of them. For independent living residents, it might mean trading in the chores of home and yard maintenance for time to pursue a...
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It is a small intimate setting with a sweet staff. My relative has not been real happy with the food or activities, but she likes the caring nature of the staff. They have been responsive to my needs as...
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.
Because home is so important to all of us, the Cottage not only has wonderful cozy common areas where new and old friends can enjoy being together, but it offers different sizes and styles of room, and service programs tailored to perfectly suit the needs of each resident. Whether your loved one...
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This was the first and the last community we looked at. This is such a great place we did not need to look any farther. My sister is thriving since moving into this community. The staff are attentive and...
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.
It's all about making the right choice to accommodate your loved ones needs. Westminster Assisted Living and Memory Care is a retirement community that embraces an individual's independence in a loving, caring and socializing environment. Westminster Assisted Living and Memory Care of Decatur...
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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: 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.
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Cost of independent living in Youngtown, AL

The average cost of senior living in Youngtown is $3,202 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Haleyville, AL with an average of $2,881 per month.

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

Youngtown, AL
$3,202/mo
$3,299/mo

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

Youngtown, AL
$3,202/mo
$3,458/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$4,017/mo
Independent Living
$3,202/mo

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

Studio
$2,630/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,073/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,770/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,830/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Youngtown over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Youngtown

Recent reviews for independent living in Youngtown

Country Cottage - Russellville

5.0
A sweet member of my church family moved to Country Cottage in Russellville. I can't say enough positive things about this community. The staff are always available to help her. She said she didn't know what she would do without her "girls" at the Cottage. I pop in to check on her all the time. ...
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Country Cottage - Decatur

4.9
We moved our aunt from her previous assisted living home to the Cottages about a month ago, and she is much happier now. She is so pleased with the menu here and brags about how her room is being cleaned regularly. My sister and I visit every week for about half a day and while we’re here ...
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Brookdale Cedar Springs in Decatur, AL

4.3
Food is average- but older people might like it better than I do. I like "younger/fresher/lighter" food I think my apartment is large for a one bedroom. Studios are small and would drive me insane. Amenities only ok.

Youngtown independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Youngtown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Youngtown, 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 Youngtown 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 Youngtown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Youngtown, ALNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Youngtown 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 Youngtown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Youngtown, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Youngtown 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 Youngtown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.1%
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Country Cottage - Decatur, Brookdale Cedar Springs and Country Cottage - Russellville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Youngtown, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 7 independent living facilities near Youngtown, Alabama. See the full list.

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