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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Altoona, AL
If you’re looking for assisted living in Altoona, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Altoona or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Altoona.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Altoona for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 19 assisted living facilities in the Altoona area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Saratoga, Crossroads and Lakeview.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Gadsden, Arab and Attalla.
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9.9
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31 reviews
The community feel like a home and my mom loves it there. She's not lonely and enjoys the activities. I would recommend this place to anyone.
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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This is the top of the line in assisted living. Silver Lakes had the most caring staff around. The people living in Silver Lakes are so happy and it shows in everything.
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.
Silver Lakes Senior Living offers Independent Living, traditional Assisted Living as well as a person-centered Memory Care program. This newly renovated community offers a vibrant, homelike environment where assistance is right around the corner any time of the day or night. Whether it’s...
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9 reviews
More than exceeded our expectations. Based on our experience with the community so far we would recommend them to other families.
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.
The Premier Senior Living Community in the South! Discover the comfort and classic southern charm that is Regency Pointe senior living. Located near the banks of the Coosa River in Rainbow City, Alabama, our picturesque community is nestled among rolling hills, scenic forests and natural wild...
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My father was in respite care for a few weeks and the staff definitely made him feel like he was at home. The owner would call everyday and inform me of everything that was going on with my father. It was...
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.
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
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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, 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.
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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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.
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.
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Altoona, AL
The average cost of senior living in Altoona is $3,168 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bristow Cove, AL with an average of $3,154 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Altoona, AL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Altoona, AL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Altoona vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Altoona, AL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Altoona over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Altoona, AL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Altoona
Recent reviews for assisted living in Altoona
Silver Lakes Senior Living in Glencoe, AL
5.0
My dad entered Silver Lakes Senior Living respite care following surgery and inpatient rehab at UAB. I believe he was the first respite patient at this community. The staff was wonderful! This was the best option for him before transitioning back to his home.
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Bridgewood Gardens in Albertville, AL
5.0
Bridgewood Gardens is an amazing place for Mom and family. She is being given the best care possible from her first day. The staff is so in tune to her needs. Everyone from Receptionist to Nursing Dietary to Housekeeping and Maintenance has gone above board to be helpful, attentive and in tune ...
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Altoona review score based on 56 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 56 reviews of 15 Altoona assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Altoona review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Altoona review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Altoona assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 56 reviews of 15 Altoona assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Altoona resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Altoona, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.9
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.0
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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Altoona assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Altoona assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Altoona, 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 Altoona assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Altoona that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
20%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.3%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
13.3%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.7%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
13.3%
47.7%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Altoona assisted living
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 Altoona Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Altoona, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
26.7%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.3%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.7%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Altoona assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Altoona partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.7%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.3%
39.2%
No sugar
No sugar
13.3%
36.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Altoona assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Altoona communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Altoona, ALNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.3%
41.2%
Room service
Room service
6.7%
35%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Altoona assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Altoona offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.3%
30.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.7%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.7%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
51.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.3%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.7%
33.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.7%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
13.3%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
6.7%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.7%
23.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
44.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Altoona
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Alabama assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Altoona protect seniors.
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Bridgewood Gardens, Silver Lakes Senior Living and Regency Pointe are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Altoona, Alabama. See full list of communities.
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