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10 Best Nursing Homes in Mount Hester, AL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Mount Hester 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 Mount Hester, 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 Mount Hester or another care type is right for you. Browse 12 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Mount Hester.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Reedtown, Gravel Hill and Rose Park.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Mount Hester, AL

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Photo of Columbia Cottage
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9.1
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45 reviews
9.1
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45 reviews
5 star
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The staff are friendly and easy to interact with, and they assist the family with their needs. The food is healthy and prepared nicely. Dad enjoys the opportunities to interact with other residents in group...
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.
Real Service At the heart of Columbia Cottage is ~CareSteps~, an individualized service plan designed to solve the real, day-to-day issues that have threatened to destroy the independence you've worked so hard to achieve. ~CareSteps~ assures that you'll receive the right amount of help at the...
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We loved the facility but was so disappointed she had to leave the facility. I realize her level of care changed but her needs should have been accommodated
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.
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The warmth and caring of the staff from the top manager on down was so evident. I also witnessed staff people working with clients on craft projects and everyone was laughing and totally enjoying their time...
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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55 Floor plans available
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My mother has been living at The Neighborhood of Sheffield for almost 10 years. Under [name removed] leadership, the facility has grown into a top-notch, caring home for her. I enjoy visiting and am happy...
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.
Located in the Shoals area of northwest Alabama, Morningside of Sheffield offers daily assistance for seniors in a warm, home-like environment.  A well-rounded, active lifestyle program is provided to promote independence, continued physical, mental and social stimulation and the necessities...
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The community is beautiful and well maintained. The staff has made my loved ones feel like they are family. The staff knows everyone's name and uses it so they feel like that is there home. I am very...
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.
Keestone Senior Community is an assisted living residence located in Florence, the county seat of Lauderdale County, Alabama. There are many local community events to enjoy ranging from the summer Renaissance fair to many historic landmarks. Our amazing weather encourages an active lifestyle, or...
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Mount Hester, AL

The average cost of senior living in Mount Hester is $3,614 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Red Bay, AL with an average of $2,730 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Mount Hester, AL, vs. nearby cities

Mount Hester, AL
$3,614/mo
$3,614/mo
$3,514/mo

Nursing homes costs in Mount Hester, AL, vs. state and national averages

Mount Hester, AL
$3,614/mo
$3,907/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Mount Hester, AL, vs. other senior living options

$3,614/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,614/mo

Nursing homes costs in Mount Hester, AL, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,041/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,878/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,565/mo

Senior living costs in Mount Hester vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Mount Hester, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMount Hester, ALAlabamaU.S.
Nursing Homes$3,614/mo$3,907/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$3,614/mo$3,866/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,614/mo$3,907/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,231/mo$3,478/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Mount Hester, AL:$3,614/mo
Alabama:$3,907/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Mount Hester, AL:$3,614/mo
Alabama:$3,866/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Mount Hester, AL:$3,614/mo
Alabama:$3,907/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Mount Hester, AL:$3,231/mo
Alabama:$3,478/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Mount Hester

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Mount Hester

The Neighborhood at Sheffield

5.0
My family and loved one had a wonderful experience with The Neighborhood at Sheffield. The staff are personable and caring towards the residents. Everyone is friendly from the staff to residents. The staff are great at communicating with the family and making sure all of our questions are ...
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The Renaissance of Florence

5.0
The Renaissance is a very nice facility. I joke that I wish I lived there. The community is active and mixed in terms of physical and cognitive abilities. My mom really struggled to integrate for reasons outside the facility’s control but they have gone above and beyond to help her and keep us ...
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Columbia Cottage in Florence, AL

4.6
The director and more specially the admissions direct went above and beyond to answer all questions and guide us through the process. Being from our of state while trying to get my mom moved from rehab to assisted living would have been impossible with out them. They really made us feel like ...
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Mount Hester nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mount Hester nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mount Hester, 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 Mount Hester 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 Mount Hester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mount Hester, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.1%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mount Hester 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 Mount Hester Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mount Hester, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.6%
4.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
14.3%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mount Hester 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 Mount Hester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mount Hester, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Mount Hester 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 Mount Hester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mount Hester, ALNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
0.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Mount Hester 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 Mount Hester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mount Hester, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
0.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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