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9 Best Nursing Homes in Rice, AL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Rice 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 Rice, 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 Rice or another care type is right for you. Browse 9 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Rice.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Rice, AL

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1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.5
Review score
46 reviews
9.5
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46 reviews
5 star
83%
4 star
13%
3 star
0%
2 star
4%
1 star
0%
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Personnel are always friendly, efficient and dependable. When experience a problem that problem is taken care of and solved as soon possible. Activities are regent and avaliable to all residents who would...
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.
If you think senior living at Bridgewood Gardens is like a nursing home … think again! We ensure residents are living an active and enriching lifestyle through our dedicated assisted living and award-winning memory care services. Come see how we can elevate your lifestyle with engaging and...
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1515 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
8.6
Review score
33 reviews
8.6
Review score
33 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
21%
3 star
3%
2 star
6%
1 star
3%
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The apartment size is excellent, along with the remaining experience. I would definitely recommend the community to others who are searching for senior living.
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.
Huntsville Alabama's Premier Life Care Retirement Community offering Independent Living, Licensed Assisted Living, Licensed Specialty Care Assisted Living, and Licensed Skilled Nursing on a beautiful mountain top with scenic views.
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Photo of The Neighborhood at Cullman
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
3.0
Review score
8 reviews
3.0
Review score
8 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
25%
3 star
13%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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It really is a great facility. They are very attentive. They may have more activities than my mom tells me, but I don't know. She likes bingo and the monthly entertainment. I would definitely recommend The...
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.
Located one block from Cullman Regional Medical Center and 4 miles from Interstate 65, residents are conveniently located to their physicians, rehabilitation services, and more. Morningside of Cullman is licensed by the State of Alabama, is a trusted senior resource, and the Assisted Living of...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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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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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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 Rice, AL

The average cost of senior living in Rice is $4,861 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Arab, AL with an average of $4,861 per month.

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

Rice, AL
$4,861/mo
$5,060/mo
U.S. national average
$5,847/mo

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

$5,549/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,861/mo

Nursing homes costs in Rice, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,919/mo
Private
$5,241/mo

Senior living costs in Rice 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: Rice, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRice, ALAlabamaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,861/mo$5,060/mo$5,847/mo
Assisted Living$4,229/mo$4,200/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,549/mo$5,577/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$3,125/mo$3,520/mo
Nursing Homes
Rice, AL:$4,861/mo
Alabama:$5,060/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Assisted Living
Rice, AL:$4,229/mo
Alabama:$4,200/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Rice, AL:$5,549/mo
Alabama:$5,577/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Rice, AL:unavailable
Alabama:$3,125/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Rice, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Rice and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Rice, ALAL stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Rice, AL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Rice have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Rice, AL$4,836/mo$4,556/mo+6.1%
Alabama$4,344/mo$4,305/mo+0.9%
National$5,371/mo$5,092/mo+5.5%
Rice, AL
2024 average cost:$4,836/mo
2023 average cost:$4,556/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$4,344/mo
2023 average cost:$4,305/mo
Percent change:+0.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,371/mo
2023 average cost:$5,092/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Rice

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Rice

Bridgewood Gardens in Albertville, AL

4.9
My mom has been at Bridgewood now for several years. She is very happy there and everyone is so good and nice to her. I have never been to Bridgewood Gardens that it didn't smell good or very clean. Also, if I need any questions answered there is always some one that will take care of it for me. ...
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Country Cottage Huntsville

4.0
There are several staff members who are truly wonderful and very caring. However, the building where my loved one resides appears to be somewhat short-staffed, and it seems that an additional team member would make a big difference. Some staff appear to be working extra hours and covering ...
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Monarch Place in Hanceville, AL

3.9
My mom unfortunately doesn't do many of the activities; but here are the things I love about the staff: they are always coming by to pop in and check on her. The activities director comes by and invites her to join activities. She loves the staff. Food quality needs to be improved on. The meat ...
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Rice nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rice nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rice, 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 Rice 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 Rice that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rice, ALNational
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
0.2%
4.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
21.8%
14.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
23.1%
15.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
0.2%
4.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
21.7%
13.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
0.1%
3.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
10.2%
9.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rice 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 Rice Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rice, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
0.1%
1.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
0.1%
2.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rice 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 Rice partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rice, ALNational
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
0.1%
1.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Rice 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 Rice communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rice 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 Rice offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rice, ALNational
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
0.1%
3.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
0.1%
3.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Bridgewood Gardens, Redstone Village and The Neighborhood at Cullman are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Rice, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 9 nursing homes facilities near Rice, Alabama. See the full list.
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