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10 Best Nursing Homes in Dauphin Island, AL
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Dauphin Island nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Dauphin Island, AL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Dauphin Island or another care type is right for you. Browse 13 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Dauphin Island.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Bayview, Lourdes and Driftwood.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Palmetto Beach, Cedar Grove and Gulf Highlands.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Dauphin Island, AL
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18 reviews
Looked at several places and most seemed adequate to fit the needs of my mother. We chose Brennity at Fairhope mainly because we were able to get special pricing. However, we were also looking at the quality...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Brennity at Fairhope Assisted Living is located in a residential environment with care close at hand. We are just minutes away from award-winning Thomas Hospital, as well as several primary care physicians and specialists. The Brennity at Fairhope Assisted Living offers 24-hour support and...
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I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. This is a wonderful community. The staff are supportive and great to work with. The campus is beautiful. There is even a community garden...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Homestead Village’s purpose is to provide a quality retirement experience. We have beautiful independent living and assisted living apartments on a month to month rental basis, with a 30 day out notice. We have no endowment or buy in. Homestead Village is on a beautiful 17 acre campus, located in...
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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.
Country Place Senior Living is more than an assisted living residence, it's a place where true friendships are made, lives are shared and care warms the heart. Our uniquely intimate setting of 24 suites limits the number of residents, thereby fostering a feeling of 'family' and belonging. When...
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I have been very happy with Country Gables. They really try to make it a home like atmosphere with lots and hugs and one on one. You would really think that it is a bed and breakfast inn somewhere. The...
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 Gables Assisted Living is a senior community situated in the small town of Grand Bay, AL. This town, known for its peach and pecan orchards, is located just a few miles inland from the Mississippi Sound. Grand Bay is best known for its annual Watermelon Festival, which offers visitors and...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
People use nursing home services for any number of reasons -- because today's nursing homes can provide solutions to almost every eldercare problem. No matter what your healthcare needs are, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. We...
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.
Specializing in Alzheimer's and Dementia 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: 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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Dauphin Island, AL
The average cost of senior living in Dauphin Island is $3,811 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bay Minette, AL with an average of $3,426 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dauphin Island, AL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dauphin Island, AL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Dauphin Island, AL by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Dauphin Island
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Dauphin Island
Homestead Village of Fairhope
4.0
Although my mom is still adjusting I know in my heart that she is where she should be. Her biggest complaint is that she has to ask for any over the counter medicine she wants to take, ( ie: aleve, etc) it's not allowed in the residents apartments. Everyone has been very friendly and ...
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The Brennity at Fairhope Senior Living
5.0
The staff was great regarding placement for my father. We were give a 24 hr notice of discharge and [name removed] and [name removed] were able to work with us to get immediate response for admission. The facility is modern and very nice with numerous activity and lounge rooms. They are pet ...
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Dauphin Island nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dauphin Island nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dauphin Island, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Dauphin Island nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Dauphin Island that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dauphin Island, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.5%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
10.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dauphin Island nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Dauphin Island Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
12.5%
4.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
12.5%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dauphin Island nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dauphin Island partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dauphin Island, ALNational
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dauphin Island nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dauphin Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dauphin Island, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
12.5%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dauphin Island nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Dauphin Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carillon Oaks Mobile, The Brennity at Fairhope Senior Living and Homestead Village of Fairhope are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Dauphin Island, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 13 nursing homes facilities near Dauphin Island, Alabama. See the full list.
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