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10 Best Nursing Homes in Shorterville, AL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Shorterville 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 Shorterville, 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 Shorterville or another care type is right for you. Browse 34 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Shorterville.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hoboken and Graball.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Morris, Eufaula and Osco.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Shorterville, 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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When it comes to the activities and value for cost - that is to new to evaluate. However, what I like the most about The Terrace's is that they have quality cottages, I feel like I did when I was at my home,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
The Terrace at Grove Park Located in the charming city of Dothan, Houston County, Alabama, The Terrace at Grove Park is an assisted living community where you can feel safe and cared in a dignified environment. Known as 'The Peanut Capital of the World', Dothan is an active city, with many...
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Kelly's place has been a great experience so far! My mom is settled in & we get to FaceTime & she her on Facebook with activities. I would recommend to another family seeking a home for their loved one
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Madison Heights/Kelley PlaceMadison Heights/Kelley Place is a residential care home located in the serene and tranquil town of Enterprise, in the southeastern part of Coffee County, and the southwestern part of Dale County, in Alabama. Our picturesque town has a rich heritage and beautiful...
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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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I am happy to see that my mom is improving in this community for care. The staff has been very helpful. The menu is very good and she has been pleased with the nice variety. We have been happy with the...
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.
Philosophy of Care From the gracious charm of our comfortable home-like setting to the spacious and inviting feel of our private suites, Seymour Southern Comforts offers older adults the opportunity to live independently while receiving personal care and assistance that they may need. We have...
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Somerset was wonderful to our family. We did have to end up moving them out because this facility is assisted living only and my mom needed memory care. We were never disappointed with the food and they had...
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, 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.
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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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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
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.
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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: 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.

Cost of nursing homes in Shorterville, AL

The average cost of senior living in Shorterville is $3,412 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clayton, AL with an average of $3,254 per month.

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

Shorterville, AL
$3,412/mo
$3,616/mo
$3,547/mo

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

Shorterville, AL
$3,412/mo
$3,881/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

$3,412/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,412/mo

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

Studio
$4,660/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,873/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,989/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Shorterville over time

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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 Shorterville

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Shorterville

River Oaks in Eufaula, AL

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

The Terrace at Grove Park in Dothan, AL

5.0
Resident care is advertised and practiced. My sister feels very safe and well cared for. I highly recommend The Terrace at Grove Park to others looking.

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!!

Shorterville nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shorterville nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shorterville, 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 Shorterville 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 Shorterville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shorterville, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
14.3%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.4%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.9%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
28.6%
10.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
7.1%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shorterville 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 Shorterville Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shorterville, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
21.4%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.4%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shorterville 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 Shorterville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shorterville, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shorterville 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 Shorterville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shorterville, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shorterville 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 Shorterville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shorterville, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
21.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.1%
0.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.4%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
21.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
0.4%
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