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10 Best Nursing Homes in Skirum, AL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Skirum 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 Skirum, 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 Skirum 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 Skirum.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Minvale, Saratoga and Plainview.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Stamp, Mahan Crossroads and Brooks Crossroads.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Skirum, AL

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55 Floor plans available
9.9
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35 reviews
9.9
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35 reviews
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Staff is always very friendly kind and loving. They are available to help with any needs she might-have. They have the cleanest facility. The meals are exceptional. She really enjoyed the different types of...
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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1.0
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This community is absolutely outstanding, they are newly remodeled and have lots of great amenities and features throughout the entire building. My father is loving the view from his bedroom, he has lots of...
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: 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.
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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.
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
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, 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.
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
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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
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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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Skirum, AL

The average cost of senior living in Skirum is $3,745 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Powell, AL with an average of $3,399 per month.

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

Skirum, AL
$3,745/mo
$3,724/mo

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

Skirum, AL
$3,745/mo
$3,881/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

$3,593/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,745/mo

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

Studio
$3,863/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,398/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,595/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Skirum 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 Skirum

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Skirum

Rosewood Manor in Scottsboro, AL

5.0
They have an activity room with puzzles and things like that but then they also had entertainment come in as well it seemed like every day. For the price it is a very nice facility. Everyone knows each other and watches out for each other. Any residents who wanted to help with cooking or ...
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Bridgewood Gardens in Albertville, AL

4.9
The way they take care of their residents is second to none. They treat them like family. 24/7 care I leave the place and have not worried in the world. Great food also. I am so glad I chose this place.

Skirum nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Skirum nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Skirum, 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 Skirum 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 Skirum that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Skirum, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
8.3%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.3%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
75%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
8.3%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
8.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
16.7%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
16.7%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Skirum 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 Skirum Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Skirum, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
16.7%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
8.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
5.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Skirum 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 Skirum partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Skirum, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
1.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Skirum 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 Skirum communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Skirum, ALNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
8.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
8.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Skirum 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 Skirum offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Skirum, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.7%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
0.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
8.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
0.4%
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Bridgewood Gardens, Rosewood Manor and Serenity Place Assisted Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Skirum, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 12 nursing homes facilities near Skirum, Alabama. See the full list.

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