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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Poplar Springs Branch, AL

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The cost of independent living in Poplar Springs Branch is about $3,776 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 75 options. Read 1228 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.

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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: 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.
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We looked at Magnolia Trace and we loved it but it was the most expensive one we looked at. My mother had been to rehab there before so we really had good experience there from a rehab stand point. She was...
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: 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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Our loved one has not been there long, but our family is having a much better experience at Regency. Everything is going great so far, we were upfront with them about our loved ones health issues, and they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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 part of the city of Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama and provides residents with an assisted living community that is prepared to offer them the memory care that they need. This community is a great place to call home. Huntsville has much to offer to its guests...
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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.
At The Apartments at Russel Erskine, we combine the splendor and hospitality of the old grand hotels with the modern conveniences you have grown to expect in an apartment community. Originally built in the early 1930's as Huntsville's premiere downtown hotel, the Russel Erskine building has been...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
Regency Manor Specialty Care is an assisted living facility situated in Gurley, Alabama. We pride ourselves in our compassionate, dignified care for patients with AlzheimerÆs and dementia. We are also known for our home-like atmosphere, making it as comfortable as possible. We provide a secure...

Cost of independent living in Poplar Springs Branch, AL

The average cost of senior living in Poplar Springs Branch is $3,776 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Town Creek, AL with an average of $3,279 per month.

Independent living costs in Poplar Springs Branch, AL, vs. nearby cities

Poplar Springs Branch, AL
$3,776/mo
$3,829/mo

Independent living costs in Poplar Springs Branch, AL, vs. state and national averages

Poplar Springs Branch, AL
$3,776/mo
$3,583/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Poplar Springs Branch, AL, vs. other senior living options

$4,205/mo
Independent Living
$3,776/mo

Independent living costs in Poplar Springs Branch, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,613/mo
Studio
$4,187/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,186/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,241/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,480/mo

Senior living costs in Poplar Springs Branch vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Poplar Springs Branch, AL
Column state: Alabama
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Community typePoplar Springs Branch, ALAlabamaU.S.
Independent Living$3,776/mo$3,583/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,205/mo$3,938/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,205/mo$3,998/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Poplar Springs Branch, AL:$3,776/mo
Alabama:$3,583/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Poplar Springs Branch, AL:$4,205/mo
Alabama:$3,938/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Poplar Springs Branch, AL:$4,205/mo
Alabama:$3,998/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Poplar Springs Branch, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Poplar Springs Branch 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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Independent living cost trends in Poplar Springs Branch, AL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Poplar Springs Branch 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.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Poplar Springs Branch, AL$2,876/mo$2,846/mo+1.1%
Alabama$2,802/mo$2,750/mo+1.9%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Poplar Springs Branch, AL
2024 average cost:$2,876/mo
2023 average cost:$2,846/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$2,802/mo
2023 average cost:$2,750/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Poplar Springs Branch

Recent reviews for independent living in Poplar Springs Branch

Country Cottage - Decatur

5.0
The staff CARES!!! The staff is down to earth and genuinely cares about their residents. My mother has had a hard time moving into assisted living because she is fiercely independent.. the staff here has included her and everything and makes her feel welcome.

Aldridge Creek Terrace in Huntsville, AL

4.5
My mother is law loves it here. She has adjusted very well to it, and we are pleased. She stays busy with all the activities they have available. They have an excellent staff, they are caring for her very well. The only problem she has had is the meals, but they are working on it. The community ...
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The Commons in Huntsville, AL

5.0
Overall experience was great! [name removed] was great to work with and dad was so looking forward to getting involved with the activities and meeting the other residents. The common areas are well kept and tidy. The apartment was freshly updated with paint, carpet and flooring. Friendliness ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as The Commons, Residences at Wellpoint, and Pioneer Senior Living, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for residents and their families.
Varied activities and social opportunities. Residents enjoy a range of activities offered at communities like City Center Village, The Madison Village, and Brookdale Jones Farm, including crafts, games, exercise classes, and outings, which help keep them engaged and socially active.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of living areas at different communities, such as City Center Village, Pioneer Senior Living, and The Madison Village, ensuring a comfortable and pleasant living environment.
Flexible dining options. Communities including City Center Village, The Commons, and Brookdale Jones Farm offer residents the choice of dining in the communal area or having meals delivered to their apartments, catering to individual preferences.
Resident-focused care and accommodations. As mentioned in reviews for Pioneer Senior Living, City Center Village, and Residences at Wellpoint, caring and responsive staff members accommodate residents' needs and ensure their well-being.
Reasonable value for the cost. Many families find that the value provided by communities, such as Monark Grove Madison, City Center Village, and Residences at Wellpoint, justifies the cost of living there, offering a balance of quality care, amenities, and overall satisfaction.
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Poplar Springs Branch independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Poplar Springs Branch independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Poplar Springs Branch, 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 Poplar Springs Branch 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 Poplar Springs Branch 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
30.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Poplar Springs Branch 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 Poplar Springs Branch communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
26.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Poplar Springs Branch 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 Poplar Springs Branch offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
43.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
34.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42%
46.4%
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Limestone Lodge, Limestone Manor and Residences at Wellpoint are the top-rated independent living facilities near Poplar Springs Branch, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 75 independent living facilities near Poplar Springs Branch, Alabama. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Poplar Springs Branch, Alabama are Limestone Lodge, Limestone Manor and Residences at Wellpoint. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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