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If you’re looking for assisted living in Dollar, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Dollar or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Dollar.

From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Dollar for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 94 assisted living facilities in the Dollar area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Gantts Junction.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Columbiana, Sylacauga and Jemison.

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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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Cost of assisted living in Dollar, AL

The average cost of senior living in Dollar is $3,816 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kellyton, AL with an average of $1,815 per month.

Assisted living costs in Dollar, AL, vs. nearby cities

Dollar, AL
$3,816/mo
$3,819/mo
$3,292/mo

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

Dollar, AL
$3,816/mo
$3,866/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Dollar, AL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,816/mo
$3,912/mo

Assisted living costs in Dollar, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,927/mo
Studio
$4,344/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,991/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,466/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,450/mo

Senior living costs in Dollar 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: Dollar, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDollar, ALAlabamaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,816/mo$3,866/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,912/mo$3,907/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,384/mo$3,478/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Dollar, AL:$3,816/mo
Alabama:$3,866/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Dollar, AL:$3,912/mo
Alabama:$3,907/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Dollar, AL:$3,384/mo
Alabama:$3,478/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Dollar, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Dollar 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.

Dollar, ALAL stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Dollar, AL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Dollar 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
Dollar, AL$4,125/mo$3,732/mo+10.5%
Alabama$4,076/mo$3,816/mo+6.8%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
Dollar, AL
2024 average cost:$4,125/mo
2023 average cost:$3,732/mo
Percent change:+10.5%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$4,076/mo
2023 average cost:$3,816/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dollar, 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 Dollar.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dollar

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dollar

Homeland Assisted Living Facility in Jemison, AL

5.0
My parents have been here almost a year. The staff and owner are friendly and have genuine concern for the residents. They get to know the residents, so when something is not right (mentally/physically) they know and can address it quickly. It’s never easy for a person to transition from ...
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Kirkwood by the River in Birmingham, AL

5.0
My parents moved into Kirkwood by the River 9 years ago and I've NEVER had a complaint about anything. This is the best run and kindest retirement place anyone could ever find. The entire staff are kind, thoughtful, patient and courteous. A wonderful place in a great setting with Christian ...
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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.

Dollar review score based on 316 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 316 reviews of 76 Dollar assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dollar review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Dollar review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Dollar, AL76 facilities
8.4
Clanton, AL89 facilities
9.2
Rockford, AL9 facilities

Review subcategories for Dollar assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 316 reviews of 76 Dollar assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dollar resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Dollar, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Dollar assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dollar assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dollar, 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 Dollar 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 Dollar that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dollar, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40.8%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.2%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.4%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.7%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
27.6%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dollar 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 Dollar Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dollar, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.7%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.8%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dollar 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 Dollar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dollar, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
21.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in Dollar 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 Dollar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dollar, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
19.7%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dollar 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 Dollar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dollar, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.9%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.6%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.2%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
19.7%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.7%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dollar

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 Dollar protect seniors.
Learn about Alabama assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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