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10 Best Nursing Homes in Dothan, AL
Dothan is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 32 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Dothan, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Dothan is about $3,705, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 115 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Clayhatchee, Campbellton and Bellwood.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Dothan, AL
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9.3
Review score
9 reviews
When it comes to the activities and value for cost - that is to new to evaluate. However, what I like the most about The Terrace's is that they have quality cottages, I feel like I did when I was at my home,...
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 Terrace at Grove Park Located in the charming city of Dothan, Houston County, Alabama, The Terrace at Grove Park is an assisted living community where you can feel safe and cared in a dignified environment. Known as 'The Peanut Capital of the World', Dothan is an active city, with many...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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88 reviews
My mother and my mother in law both lived at the Gardens of eufaula. Both had good experiences and were very happy there. I hope that my wife and I will be able to get a room there one day. I recommend...
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.
Gardens of Eufaula is much more than an assisted living community, it’s a place where residents are surrounded by people who care. A unique setting where your parent or loved one lives among piers, new friendships are made, lives are shared and where they will feel right at home. Located across...
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8.4
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13 reviews
Kelly's place has been a great experience so far! My mom is settled in & we get to FaceTime & she her on Facebook with activities. I would recommend to another family seeking a home for their loved one
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.
Madison Heights/Kelley PlaceMadison Heights/Kelley Place is a residential care home located in the serene and tranquil town of Enterprise, in the southeastern part of Coffee County, and the southwestern part of Dale County, in Alabama. Our picturesque town has a rich heritage and beautiful...
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8.5
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2 reviews
My father is a resident at River Oaks in Eufaula and I am so happy that he is there. The staff are all so loving and caring. This place has been a blessing for our family.
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.
8.0
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1 review
I would tell a friend that, I was pleased with the care and that they are worth going to tour and speak with to see if it's a fit for your family member. And that we would use them again if the need...
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.
6.0
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2 reviews
My sister and I recently went through the process of identifying end-of-life care for our mother. That included assisted living arrangements for the early stages of her decline to higher levels of care as...
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.
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.
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Cost of nursing homes in Dothan, AL
The average cost of senior living in Dothan is $3,705 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Grimes, AL with an average of $3,522 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dothan, AL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dothan vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Dothan, AL by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Dothan
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Dothan
River Oaks in Eufaula, AL
5.0
Very loving, compassionate staff. Feels like one big family and a beautiful place to call home.
The Terrace at Grove Park in Dothan, AL
5.0
Resident care is advertised and practiced.
My sister feels very safe and well cared for.
I highly recommend The Terrace at Grove Park to others looking.
Gardens of Eufaula
5.0
We love The Gardens of Eufaula, it has the best most amazing, caring staff, the facility is beautiful, clean and welcoming. Could not ask for anything better. My mom is very happy, we are very happy to see how well she is adjusting to her new place. Love, love Gardens of Eufaula!!
Dothan nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dothan nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dothan, 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 Dothan nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Dothan that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dothan, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
21.1%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.8%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.5%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.5%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
31.6%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
5.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.5%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
21.1%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
10.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dothan nursing homes
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 Dothan Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dothan, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
15.8%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
10.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
15.8%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.3%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dothan nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dothan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dothan, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.5%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
15.8%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dothan nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dothan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dothan, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10.5%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
5.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dothan nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Dothan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dothan, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
26.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
5.3%
0.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.3%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
15.8%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
5.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
15.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
10.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
15.8%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gardens of Eufaula, The Terrace at Grove Park and Madison Heights/Kelley Place Memory Care Communities are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Dothan, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 32 nursing homes facilities near Dothan, Alabama. See the full list.
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