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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fairfield, AL
The cost of independent living in Fairfield is about $3,805 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 359 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Birmingham, Hoover and Homewood.
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90 reviews
She is very happy there - she enjoys the activities, the people and the food. Very positive! The staff members were very helpful and accommodating - the meals were very good and, although I did not meet a...
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.
Danberry at Inverness reflects a complete break from the conventions of ordinary senior living communities by embracing a distinctive philosophy focused on celebrating life with style. Here, you will find every convenience and amenity imaginable for active adults over 55, including a full...
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9.9
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111 reviews
This is our second year to have our mom at The Gardens. Initially, she was not an easy placement, but the staff at The Gardens made all the difference in the world. Now Mom loves The Gardens and thinks if it...
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.
At the Gardens of Pelham Assisted Living, our retirement community meets the diverse and changing needs of today’s senior citizens. Conveniently located off 1-65 North at exit 246 in Pelham near the Oak Mountain Park, the Garden’s atmosphere is warm and relaxed. Our month-to-month rent, without...
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9.4
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37 reviews
The dining room could be cleaner and swept between meals or at least at the end of the day. You will come in for lunch and shreds of dinner will be on the floor from the night before. It makes me wonder if...
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.
From the moment you walk through the door, you will experience the difference that is Chateau Vestavia. Family owned and locally operated, we are a part of the beautiful Vestavia Hills community. Our caring professional staff is committed to making this the most worry-free time of your life. We...
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9.2
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12 reviews
The assisted living - high level of pleasurable experience, but the skilled nursing was not very high. The cleanliness with assisted living we were very satisfied with, but for skilled nursing it was more...
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.
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33 reviews
I chose Town Village Vestavia Hills because of the pool, the washer and dryers are in each unit, and the friendliness of the staff and residents. The rent goes up so much each year.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Town Village is much more than senior living —it's a way of life. We strive to provide a distinctive lifestyle filled with friendships, life enrichment activities and attention to every detail. Come sit by the stone fireplace, catch up over a cup of coffee, or take a dip in the heated indoor...
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9.1
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63 reviews
It just felt right. Everyone was very nice and it had what we were looking for. Also word of mouth...we heard good things from friends
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.
Come see if our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, is the right fit for you and your family. Here you’ll have independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus. So if you or your spouse need more care later, you’ll have the lifestyle you want and...
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8.9
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44 reviews
They are very helpful. The best place my dad has been in. The staff is amazing and understand our needs. I would recommend them to anyone. Skyline is wonderful.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Skyline Village is in Homewood and sits on top of Red Mountain overlooking the city of Birmingham. All the apartments have a great view and the Veranda out back is one of the BEST in the whole city.Skyline Village is truly an all-inclusive Community.Skyline Village is unique in the fact that we...
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8.6
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37 reviews
Everything is great except they can be really slow with important maintenence requests such as the AC. Overall is it a great place, especially for our price point.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Elite Senior Living Center located in Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama and provides independent living where residents receive the memory care that they need. Our community provides seniors with a great place to call home. Those who are visiting residents of this community will find that...
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16 reviews
Pleasant Villa Retirement home was excellent! They were very caring, super clean, excellent condition, and ran very professionally and reasonably priced. We have nothing but good things to say about these...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
A family-owned facility with 32 apartments, Pleasant Villa offers you a great value in Independent Living. All rents include 3 meals daily, all utilities including cable TV, weekly housekeeping services, activities twice a day, transportation coordination, weekly shopping services, use of our...
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78 reviews
It was a great value and very nice staff. I felt very confident that he would be safe and taken care of. Dad was proud of his new home. I would recommend this facility to family and friends! The only issue I...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 Hoover’s premiere Independent Living community, we are dedicated to providing a meaningful experience for residents who are ready to live their best days.Located in Hoover, Asher Point Independent Living allows its residents to thrive in their retirement years in a convenient, quiet location...
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8.0
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13 reviews
From the first time that I visited Galleria Woods, I knew that it was the place for me! I love my Garden Home and the privacy that it gives me overlooking the Cahaba River. I enjoy my walks up to the "Big...
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.
It’s not downsizing your home; it’s upsizing your possibilities. Located on 20 wooded acres in Birmingham’s prestigious Riverchase area, our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) gives you a maintenance-free lifestyle with the retirement you deserve. Our community has a full continuum...
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7.0
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15 reviews
I wanted to write a review for the Regency Retirement Village and share our experience. We planned an out-of-state move with my mother-in-law of 90 years. This was a very tough move for us to make but we...
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.
Regency Retirement Village is a graciously appointed residential community designed to meet the needs of seniors. The beautiful facility offers affordable independent and assisted living. Our apartments are some of the finest in Birmingham with studios, one and two bedroom suites. We are located...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Upside is truly an exclusive opportunity to live independently on your own terms. We offer luxury living options with over 2,500+ apartments in our network across the country alongside a dedicated and experienced personal concierge support system. Upside is a uniquely designed senior...
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.
3.0
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11 reviews
My loved one has recently moved into this community and so far everything is going well for him there. The staff have been very friendly and I am comfortable with the quality of care they are providing him....
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Here at Ivy Gate, we are in tune with your needs. In our peaceful sanctuary, 8-16 people become family.Our quality of care differs from more extensive communal living facilities and traditional nursing homes by offering more quality time with your loved one by committing to never housing more...
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Cost of independent living in Fairfield, AL
The average cost of senior living in Fairfield is $3,805 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maytown, AL with an average of $3,519 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fairfield, AL vs. nearby cities
Fairfield, AL
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fairfield, AL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fairfield vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Fairfield, AL by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Fairfield over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Fairfield
Recent reviews for independent living in Fairfield
Fair Haven Retirement Community in Birmingham, AL
4.0
There have been some issues with the billing but I'm having a meeting with them this week to get that resolved. Based on our experience I would recommend them.
The Fairways at Grayson Valley in Birmingham, AL
4.1
The facility is pretty nice, I think some things could be upgraded. But mom is very pleased. The staff is very friendly and quick to address any issues we have. They do housekeeping often and her room is very clean. The food is good, mom is happy with it. Communication with the family is very ...
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Monark Grove Greystone in Birmingham, AL
5.0
My brother recently moved to Monark. It has been a great experience.
Nice room,people and wonderful food.
Highly recommend
It is a lovely homely place.
Great care
Family friendly
I feel it is fairly priced for the good care
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff. Several reviews mention the friendliness and kindness of the staff at different communities, such as Danberry at Inverness and Asher Point Independent Living of Hoover, who go above and beyond to make new residents feel at home and ensure their needs are met.
Varied and engaging activities. Reviews for Skyline Village at Red Mountain and Town Village Vestavia Hills highlight the importance of activities in keeping residents engaged and active, with opportunities for socialization and learning new skills.
Thoughtful and responsive management. At Brookdale University Park, management is praised for their clear communication and attentiveness to residents' concerns, while Danberry at Inverness highlights the positive impact of a long-term executive director and dedicated staff.
Comfortable and clean living spaces. Many reviews emphasize the importance of clean and comfortable living spaces, as noted in Danberry at Inverness and Skyline Village at Red Mountain, ensuring residents feel at ease in their new homes.
Delicious and accommodating dining experiences. Residents at Skyline Village at Red Mountain and Elite Senior Living Center appreciate the quality of the food and the accommodations made for dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
Accessible and reliable transportation. Reviews for Asher Point Independent Living of Hoover and Skyline Village at Red Mountain highlight the importance of reliable transportation options for residents, allowing them to maintain their independence and explore the community.
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Fairfield independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fairfield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fairfield, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fairfield independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fairfield 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
20%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
13.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Fairfield independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fairfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fairfield independent 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 independent living communities in Fairfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
53.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.7%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Danberry at Inverness, Gardens of Pelham and Monark Grove Greystone are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fairfield, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 15 independent living facilities near Fairfield, Alabama. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fairfield, Alabama are Danberry at Inverness, Gardens of Pelham and Monark Grove Greystone. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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