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The cost of independent living in Big Point is about $3,319 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 233 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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Photo of Asher Point Independent Living of Mobile
88 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
9.8
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49 reviews
9.8
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49 reviews
5 star
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Staff is very friendly and easy to converse with however they either dismiss your complaints or have no authority to take corrective action and are unable to guide you to the appropriate person. The...
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.
As Mobile’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 Mobile, Asher Point Independent Living allows its residents to thrive in their retirement years in a convenient, quiet location...
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55 Floor plans available
9.5
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I would write all the categories, a five, except for number eight because I have to have ice cream and toiletries delivered or brought to him on a regular basis. Yes, I would recommend Proveer at Port City...
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.
As the premier assisted living and memory care community in the greater Mobile area, Proveer at Port City offers a variety of vibrant social and cultural opportunities that engage residents’ minds and bodies. Take advantage of a full calendar of educational, social, cultural and entertainment...
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8.9
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20 reviews
8.9
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3 star
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The staff and management were very helpful and friendly. They worked with us to get the apartment set up and ready for my daughter's arrival. They went above and beyond to help her get settled in. I'm happy...
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.
Gordon Oaks offers a wide variety of services designed with you in mind. We make everyday life simple.Our Apartment Living residents can relax pool side, participate in our activities program, and enjoy our dining room with the purchase of a meal plan. Independent Living residents will have an...
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1717 Floor plans available
8.9
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55 reviews
8.9
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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.
Are All Mobile-Area Retirement Communities Alike? Somerby Is Truly Something Special. It's The Somerby Spark that does it. Visit Somerby of Mobile, and you'll find beautiful rental apartment homes — in an active, vibrant retirement community just minutes from everything you love in Mobile —...
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8.3
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38 reviews
8.3
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38 reviews
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3 star
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Like anywhere else. Some staff members are great and some are fair . [name removed]was excellent to work with. It was a good experience.
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.
Proveer at Heritage Woods is ideally situated along Alabama’s Gulf Coast, Mobile offers a blend of dynamic culture and convenient amenities. From shops to restaurants to museums, there’s plenty to explore in Mobile. For the history buffs, the WWII-era USS Alabama battleship sits in Battleship...
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7.1
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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.
Situated in the heart of thriving Mobile, Knollwood Pointe Assisted Living & Memory Care community offers the lifestyle that's just right for you. With proximity to the historic USS Battleship Alabama and the sandy-white beaches of Dauphin Island, this charming community is an ideal place to...
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I have been very happy with Country Gables. They really try to make it a home like atmosphere with lots and hugs and one on one. You would really think that it is a bed and breakfast inn somewhere. The...
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.
Country Gables Assisted Living is a senior community situated in the small town of Grand Bay, AL. This town, known for its peach and pecan orchards, is located just a few miles inland from the Mississippi Sound. Grand Bay is best known for its annual Watermelon Festival, which offers visitors and...
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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.
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
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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.
Photo of Bay Towers Retirement Comm
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.
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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.
Brookside Retirement Community was planned with the needs of today’s seniors in mind. It was designed with four distinct living plans that offer multilevel care within those plans. It is conveniently located in suburban west Mobile along Cottage Hill Road between Hillcrest and Cody Roads. The...

Cost of independent living in Big Point, MS

The average cost of senior living in Big Point is $3,319 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Old Americus, MS with an average of $2,999 per month.

Independent living costs in Big Point, MS, vs. nearby cities

Big Point, MS
$3,319/mo

Independent living costs in Big Point, MS, vs. state and national averages

Big Point, MS
$3,319/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Big Point, MS, vs. other senior living options

$3,614/mo
Independent Living
$3,319/mo

Independent living costs in Big Point, MS, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,424/mo
Studio
$4,115/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,122/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,535/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,900/mo

Senior living costs in Big Point 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: Big Point, MS
Column state: Mississippi
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBig Point, MSMississippiU.S.
Independent Living$3,319/mo$3,315/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,449/mo$3,549/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$3,614/mo$3,658/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Big Point, MS:$3,319/mo
Mississippi:$3,315/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Big Point, MS:$3,449/mo
Mississippi:$3,549/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Big Point, MS:$3,614/mo
Mississippi:$3,658/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Big Point

Recent reviews for independent living in Big Point

Knollwood Pointe in Mobile, AL

4.3
The activities get a 5!!!! Since we moved Dad in [date removed], the executive director position has changed hands 4 times. That is what I have not been pleased with. Also, no one contacts me when this occurs, so communication on the leadership level has not been good. However, we have a great ...
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Crowne Place in Mobile, AL

4.3
I would recommend but the food is not good enough for what we pay for. We picked this community, because of the ocation and availability. It is directly across from the hospital. Plus there are no assisted living in my area. Huge need for one here!

Asher Point Independent Living of Mobile

4.6
The simplicity of it all. Having transportation for doctors appointments if they don't drive 3 meals a day low stress. I moved both my parents in for those reasons initially and since my mom passed a couple of months ago knowing my dad has people around to socialize with is a relief.

Big Point independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Point independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Point, 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 Big Point 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 Big Point partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Point, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Point 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 Big Point communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Point, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Point 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 Big Point offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Point, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
46.4%
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Asher Point Independent Living of Mobile, Proveer at Port City and Gordon Oaks Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Big Point, Mississippi. See full list of communities.
There are 14 independent living facilities near Big Point, Mississippi. See the full list.
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