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7 Best Nursing Homes in Rutherford, AL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Rutherford 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 Rutherford, 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 Rutherford or another care type is right for you. Browse 7 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Rutherford.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hoboken.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Alliance, Cotton Valley and Armstrong.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Rutherford, AL

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My mother and my mother in law both lived at the Gardens of eufaula. Both had good experiences and were very happy there. I hope that my wife and I will be able to get a room there one day. I recommend...
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.
Gardens of Eufaula is much more than an assisted living community, it’s a place where residents are surrounded by people who care. A unique setting where your parent or loved one lives among piers, new friendships are made, lives are shared and where they will feel right at home. Located across...
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My father is a resident at River Oaks in Eufaula and I am so happy that he is there. The staff are all so loving and caring. This place has been a blessing for our family.
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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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, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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Cost of nursing homes in Rutherford, AL

The average cost of senior living in Rutherford is $3,170 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clayton, AL with an average of $3,273 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Rutherford, AL vs. nearby cities

Rutherford, AL
$3,170/mo
$3,760/mo
$3,817/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Rutherford, AL vs. the state and national average

Rutherford, AL
$3,170/mo
$3,881/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Rutherford vs. other types of senior living

$3,170/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,170/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Rutherford, AL by room type

Studio
$2,940/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,145/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,363/mo

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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 Rutherford

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Rutherford

River Oaks in Eufaula, AL

5.0
Very loving, compassionate staff. Feels like one big family and a beautiful place to call home.

Gardens of Eufaula

5.0
We love The Gardens of Eufaula, it has the best most amazing, caring staff, the facility is beautiful, clean and welcoming. Could not ask for anything better. My mom is very happy, we are very happy to see how well she is adjusting to her new place. Love, love Gardens of Eufaula!!

Rutherford nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rutherford nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rutherford, 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 Rutherford 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 Rutherford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rutherford, ALNational
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
20%
10.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
7.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rutherford 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 Rutherford Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rutherford 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 Rutherford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rutherford, ALNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
1.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Rutherford 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 Rutherford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rutherford, ALNational
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rutherford 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 Rutherford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rutherford, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
0.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Gardens of Eufaula, River Oaks and Southern Springs Healthcare are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Rutherford, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 7 nursing homes facilities near Rutherford, Alabama. See the full list.

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