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Assisted living costs in Smith Institute average about $3,563 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in Smith Institute. Our detailed directory has 118 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Bridgewood Gardens
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55 Floor plans available
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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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We recently moved my Dad here and we love Silver Lakes! From the moment I first visited, I could feel how at home everyone felt, definitely like a family community! It sits among the beautiful North Alabama...
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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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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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.
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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.
Photo of Oak Landing
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, 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, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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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Cost of assisted living in Smith Institute, AL

The average cost of senior living in Smith Institute is $3,563 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carlisle-Rockledge, AL with an average of $3,269 per month.

Assisted living costs in Smith Institute, AL, vs. nearby cities

Smith Institute, AL
$3,563/mo
$4,032/mo

Assisted living costs in Smith Institute, AL, vs. state and national averages

Smith Institute, AL
$3,563/mo
$3,912/mo
U.S. national average
$4,708/mo

Assisted living costs in Smith Institute, AL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,563/mo
$3,563/mo

Assisted living costs in Smith Institute, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,590/mo
Studio
$3,795/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,775/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,825/mo

Senior living costs in Smith Institute vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Smith Institute, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSmith Institute, ALAlabamaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,563/mo$3,912/mo$4,708/mo
Memory Care$3,563/mo$3,971/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living$3,279/mo$3,556/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Smith Institute, AL:$3,563/mo
Alabama:$3,912/mo
U.S.:$4,708/mo
Memory Care
Smith Institute, AL:$3,563/mo
Alabama:$3,971/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Smith Institute, AL:$3,279/mo
Alabama:$3,556/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
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Assisted living costs in Smith Institute, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Smith Institute 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Smith Institute, AL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Smith Institute 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 median 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
Smith Institute, AL$2,799/mo$3,054/mo-8.3%
Alabama$3,546/mo$3,384/mo+4.8%
National$4,636/mo$4,533/mo+2.3%
Smith Institute, AL
2024 average cost:$2,799/mo
2023 average cost:$3,054/mo
Percent change:-8.3%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$3,546/mo
2023 average cost:$3,384/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
National
2024 average cost:$4,636/mo
2023 average cost:$4,533/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Smith Institute, AL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Smith Institute.

What families are saying about assisted living in Smith Institute

Recent reviews for assisted living in Smith Institute

Regency Pointe in Rainbow City, AL

5.0
More than exceeded our expectations. Based on our experience with the community so far we would recommend them to other families.

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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Silver Lakes Senior Living in Glencoe, AL

4.6
Recent Management position personnel change has brought great changes to Silver Lakes Assisted Living! Some of the changes Residents enjoy the most are: 1. Updated food menu, taste great, more variety in choices. 2. Snacks, water, tea, ,coffee available at snack stations, each day. ...
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Smith Institute assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smith Institute assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smith Institute, 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 Smith Institute 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 Smith Institute that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Smith Institute, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
22.2%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
11.1%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
22.2%
47.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Smith Institute 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 Smith Institute Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Smith Institute, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Smith Institute 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 Smith Institute partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smith Institute, ALNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
36.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Smith Institute 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 Smith Institute communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smith Institute, ALNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smith Institute 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 Smith Institute offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smith Institute, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Smith Institute

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Alabama assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Smith Institute protect seniors.
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Bridgewood Gardens, Silver Lakes Senior Living and Regency Pointe are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Smith Institute, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 13 assisted living facilities near Smith Institute, Alabama. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Smith Institute, Alabama is Silver Lakes Senior Living. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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