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Assisted living costs in Smiths Station average about $3,279 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 20 communities in Smiths Station. Our detailed directory has 216 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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9.4
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It was good. The staff was friendly. The facility was clean. I felt like dad was taken care of while he was there. We picked them because it was recommended by friends and cost
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.
A Life of Beauty and RestFrom the moment your loved one arrives at our memory care community in Columbus, Georgia, they will experience a life rich in comfort, peace and beauty, and you can enjoy peace of mind knowing they will receive the quality care they deserve. With cozy accommodations...
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Thrive is a very good place for senior living and memory care. In the 9 months my husband was there in memory care, he was treated with the utmost respect and treated with dignity and respect. Any issue we...
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.
Senior living was never so…lively. Thrive at Green Island has taken a radically different approach to senior living. For starters, if you’ve spent most of your life fulfilling obligations to family and society, you’re more than just ‘a senior’. You’re a hero. Now is the best time to kick up your...
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44 Floor plans available
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8.9
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12 reviews
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They were amazing to my family! A true blessing. Dad loved it there. The staff are friendly and responsive. He really enjoyed the food and the other residents.
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.
Oaks at Grove Park Oaks proud to have been awarded Ledger-Inquirer, Reader's Choice, Best of 2020 Assisted Living Award. Nestled in a quiet residential and cultural area, our community is close to churches, restaurants, medical offices, and shopping. The stylish craftsman style property features...
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I placed my father on the personal care floor, and later he was transferred to the skilled nursing floor. This happened during the end of Covid and into this year before he passed. At Spring Harbor I knew he...
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.
As Columbus' premier and only full level Continuing Care Retirement Community, our caring, professional staff have been committed to providing high-quality retirement living and promoting a vibrant independent lifestyle while meeting and exceeding the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of...
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My Aunt is very happy being here. The staff really go out of their way to make you feel like you’re part of their family. The marketing director is doing a great job as well; she’s there every day trying to...
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Manor House of Columbus offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. At Manor House of Columbus, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy...
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This has been a positive experience for us. I would recommend you review the community for yourself to see if this would be a good fit. The staff are good at communicating with the family and keeping me...
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.
Brookside Glen Assisted Living is built on a commitment to our residents and families. We believe no two people are alike, so the services and attention we provide should never be exactly the same. That's also why we offer a variety of lifestyle service and care options. By providing these...
Photo of Magnolia Manor of Columbus Specialized Memory Care
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6.3
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23 reviews
6.3
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23 reviews
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The staff is great so helpful and caring! The facility is very convenient for family to visit. It is also very clean, especially when my parents moved in!
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
From the banks of the Chattahoochee, where the Piedmont meets the Plain, Columbus adds to the Magnolia Manor family of care. Columbus Assisted Living is the perfect solution for the concerns you may have for your loved ones. We provide a secure and loving environment where individuals can be...
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33 Floor plans available
1.0
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My father stayed at Savannah Court for a week on a respite stay. It was a very good experience, he has stayed in other places before but they stopped doing short term stays. This place was a bit more...
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.
Dear Friend, Thank you for your interest in Franciscan Woods, an Assisted Living Community owned and operated by St. Francis Hospital. We are committed to providing a safe, secure home-like setting with a focus on hospitality, wellness and resident satisfaction. Franciscan Woods is a community...
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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.
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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.
Dear Friend, Thank you for your interest in The Veranda, one of Columbus’s Premiere senior living communities that offer An Elegant and Affordable Way of Living!Seniors and their families appreciate our focus on hospitality, wellness and customer service. The Veranda incorporates innovative best...
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This is an excellent facility. I found the staff to be very friendly and concerned about the residents. The residents appeared to be happy and well taken care of.
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.
Greater Columbus PCHThe Greater Columbus PCH is a senior living community located in the booming city of Columbus, Georgia. The busy community is known to be the heart of the Chattahoochee Valley with numerous museum, historical sites and tour destinations. Columbus is a wonderful place to live...
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.
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My dad is very happy there at Northfield Personal Care Home. They make sure that he gets to all his appointments on time. On Sunday they go to church ,and if they want to go shopping or something...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Northfield Personal Care HomeNorthfield Personal Care Home is a senior residential care home located in the small city of Columbus, GA and in Muscogee county. Columbus is just north of the large Fort Benning South Land and is in the central part of the state, just a short drive to the south of...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Smiths Station, AL

The average cost of senior living in Smiths Station is $3,279 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eufaula, AL with an average of $2,937 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Smiths Station, AL vs. nearby cities

Smiths Station, AL
$3,279/mo
$3,973/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Smiths Station, AL vs. the state and national average

Smiths Station, AL
$3,279/mo
$3,825/mo
U.S. national average
$4,625/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Smiths Station vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,279/mo
$3,782/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Smiths Station, AL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,332/mo
Studio
$4,707/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,656/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,320/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Smiths Station, 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 Smiths Station.

What families are saying about assisted living in Smiths Station

Recent reviews for assisted living in Smiths Station

Valley Park Manor

5.0
I really appreciate the Administrator [name removed] for giving me her phone number where I can text her with any questions/concerns. The head Nurse [name removed] really cares about the residents and does an excellent job explaining their medications to them. I would definitely recommend this ...
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Marie's Personal Care Home in Columbus, GA

5.0
Any negative or unjustly [Removed] remarks of this home are not justified. My father resided here for a year and after praying for something Dad could afford I found Marie's Personal Care Home. The owner noticed my father acting unusual a couple of weeks after he first moved into the home. The ...
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The Arbor at Opelika

3.8
My Mother in law is not doing as well as we hoped at this community. She likes the food and they offer a good variety of choices. Interaction with the staff is good and I would rate them about a 3. They do not offer transportation to help with appointments. The administrative staff seem ...
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Smiths Station review score based on 30 family reviews

7.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 30 reviews of 17 Smiths Station assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Smiths Station 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

Smiths Station review score compared against nearby cities

7.2
Smiths Station, AL17 facilities
7.5
Phenix City, AL36 facilities
8.3
Opelika, AL10 facilities

Review subcategories for Smiths Station 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 30 reviews of 17 Smiths Station assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Smiths Station 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.
Smiths Station, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Smiths Station assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smiths Station assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smiths Station, 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 Smiths Station 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 Smiths Station that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Smiths Station, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.1%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.1%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.2%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.4%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.1%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.1%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Smiths Station 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 Smiths Station Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Smiths Station, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47.1%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.2%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.2%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.5%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Smiths Station 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 Smiths Station partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smiths Station, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.5%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
35.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Smiths Station 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 Smiths Station communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smiths Station, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.2%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smiths Station 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 Smiths Station offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smiths Station, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.1%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.6%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.5%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
41.2%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Smiths Station

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 Smiths Station protect seniors.

Learn about Alabama Assisted Living regulations

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