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88 Floor plans available
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43%
3 star
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My mom unfortunately doesn't do many of the activities; but here are the things I love about the staff: they are always coming by to pop in and check on her. The activities director comes by and invites her...
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.
Monarch Place is a senior living community serving seniors in the greater Cullman County, Alabama area. We are located just 35 miles north of Birmingham which gives us the best of southern country living while having the cultural and entertainment options of a large city nearby.Our spacious...
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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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My father was in respite care for a few weeks and the staff definitely made him feel like he was at home. The owner would call everyday and inform me of everything that was going on with my father. It was...
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.
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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.
Our services include traditional and specialty care assisted living. We offer free evaluations where we can help assist you in determining you or your loved ones needs.Traditional Assisted Living If you or someone in your family is having difficulty living independently, yet doesn't need 24-hour...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Blount County, AL

The average cost of senior living in Blount County is $3,702 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Altoona, AL with an average of $3,168 per month.

Assisted living costs in Blount County, AL, vs. nearby counties

Blount County, AL
$3,702/mo
$3,702/mo
$3,609/mo

Assisted living costs in Blount County, AL, vs. state and national averages

Blount County, AL
$3,702/mo
$3,866/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Blount County, AL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,702/mo
$3,702/mo

Assisted living costs in Blount County, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,195/mo
Studio
$3,195/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,750/mo

Senior living costs in Blount County 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: Blount County, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlount County, ALAlabamaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,702/mo$3,866/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,702/mo$3,907/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,472/mo$3,478/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Blount County, AL:$3,702/mo
Alabama:$3,866/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Blount County, AL:$3,702/mo
Alabama:$3,907/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Blount County, AL:$3,472/mo
Alabama:$3,478/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Blount County, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Blount County 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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Assisted living cost trends in Blount County, AL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Blount County 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.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Blount County, AL$2,911/mo$3,300/mo-11.8%
Alabama$3,290/mo$3,374/mo-2.5%
National$4,529/mo$4,517/mo+0.3%
Blount County, AL
2024 average cost:$2,911/mo
2023 average cost:$3,300/mo
Percent change:-11.8%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$3,290/mo
2023 average cost:$3,374/mo
Percent change:-2.5%
National
2024 average cost:$4,529/mo
2023 average cost:$4,517/mo
Percent change:+0.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Blount County, 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 Blount County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Blount County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Blount County

Proveer 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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Legacy Ridge at Trussville

4.9
So far the experience with the community has been great. The staff is always been so helpful to me as well as mother. But I have found there seems to be an underlying support from the family members of the residence. That was some thing that was unexpected. It's new for all of us and we've ...
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The Olive Home in Oneonta, AL

5.0
Care,food, cleanliness and atmosphere all are great. Thanks.

Blount County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blount County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blount County, 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 Blount County 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 Blount County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
57.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Blount County 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 Blount County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Blount County, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Blount County 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 Blount County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blount County, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
37.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Blount County 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 Blount County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blount County, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blount County 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 Blount County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blount County, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Blount County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Alabama assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Blount County protect seniors.
Learn about Alabama assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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