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Photo of The Renaissance of Florence
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33 Floor plans available
9.2
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31 reviews
9.2
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31 reviews
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We continue to be impressed with the care, facilities, communication, and staff at The Renaissance. They're great! Would recommend! It's really a wonderful place and the residents seem engaged and happy.
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.
IN TIMES OF UNCERTAINTY...Imagine a lifestyle with all the supportand stability that you could need.Welcome to The Renaissance of FlorenceAssisted Living in Florence, AlabamaOur Services:Awarded U.S. News's Best Assisted Living of 2023, we are dedicated to enhancing health, wellness, and the...
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Photo of Hilltop at Glenwood
1111 Photos available
9.2
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9 reviews
9.2
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9 reviews
5 star
67%
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11%
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11%
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0%
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The meals and dining needs a little bit of help, and the activities needs a little bit of help and consistency. However, It's smaller, which we like. Location is great for us, Just being more consistent...
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.
You will feel right at home at Hilltop at Glenwood. Located in historic Florence, AL residents enjoy all that our town has to offer, including the annual Renaissance Faire each fall and the W.C. Handy Music Festival every summer. Our community is very family friendly and we are committed to...
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8.9
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10 reviews
8.9
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10 reviews
5 star
70%
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20%
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0%
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10%
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We loved the facility but was so disappointed she had to leave the facility. I realize her level of care changed but her needs should have been accommodated
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.
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8.8
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44 reviews
8.8
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The director and more specially the admissions direct went above and beyond to answer all questions and guide us through the process. Being from our of state while trying to get my mom moved from rehab to...
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.
Real Service At the heart of Columbia Cottage is ~CareSteps~, an individualized service plan designed to solve the real, day-to-day issues that have threatened to destroy the independence you've worked so hard to achieve. ~CareSteps~ assures that you'll receive the right amount of help at the...
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Every category is a 5. They are country and down to earth they are Godley people and feel like family but above all my Mom loves them and feels safe and secure
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Green Oaks Inn established in 1984 has been a pioneer of memory care assisted living in the state of Alabama. Green Oaks Inn continues to serve as a role model for others who offer this type of housing for the elderly in Alabama. The facility is licensed to provide care for up to thirty-two...
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The community is beautiful and well maintained. The staff has made my loved ones feel like they are family. The staff knows everyone's name and uses it so they feel like that is there home. I am very...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Keestone Senior Community is an assisted living residence located in Florence, the county seat of Lauderdale County, Alabama. There are many local community events to enjoy ranging from the summer Renaissance fair to many historic landmarks. Our amazing weather encourages an active lifestyle, or...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Cost of assisted living in Murphy Cross Roads, AL

The average cost of senior living in Murphy Cross Roads is $3,751 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Red Bay, AL with an average of $2,730 per month.

Assisted living costs in Murphy Cross Roads, AL, vs. nearby cities

Murphy Cross Roads, AL
$3,751/mo
$3,491/mo

Assisted living costs in Murphy Cross Roads, AL, vs. state and national averages

Murphy Cross Roads, AL
$3,751/mo
$3,866/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Murphy Cross Roads, AL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,751/mo
$3,751/mo

Assisted living costs in Murphy Cross Roads, AL, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,372/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,227/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,895/mo

Senior living costs in Murphy Cross Roads 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: Murphy Cross Roads, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMurphy Cross Roads, ALAlabamaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,751/mo$3,866/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,751/mo$3,907/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,343/mo$3,478/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Murphy Cross Roads, AL:$3,751/mo
Alabama:$3,866/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Murphy Cross Roads, AL:$3,751/mo
Alabama:$3,907/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Murphy Cross Roads, AL:$3,343/mo
Alabama:$3,478/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Murphy Cross Roads, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Murphy Cross Roads 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 Murphy Cross Roads, AL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Murphy Cross Roads 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
Murphy Cross Roads, AL$4,651/mo$3,766/mo+23.5%
Alabama$3,735/mo$3,617/mo+3.3%
National$5,032/mo$4,751/mo+5.9%
Murphy Cross Roads, AL
2024 average cost:$4,651/mo
2023 average cost:$3,766/mo
Percent change:+23.5%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$3,735/mo
2023 average cost:$3,617/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,032/mo
2023 average cost:$4,751/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Murphy Cross Roads, 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 Murphy Cross Roads.

What families are saying about assisted living in Murphy Cross Roads

Recent reviews for assisted living in Murphy Cross Roads

The Neighborhood at Sheffield

5.0
My family and loved one had a wonderful experience with The Neighborhood at Sheffield. The staff are personable and caring towards the residents. Everyone is friendly from the staff to residents. The staff are great at communicating with the family and making sure all of our questions are ...
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Columbia Cottage in Florence, AL

5.0
If we could give Columbia Cottages a 10 we would! I will just have to say I love Columbia Cottage. My dad loves it there and he is very happy. The staff members are very kind and caring and they take good care of him.

The Renaissance of Florence

5.0
The Renaissance is a very nice facility. I joke that I wish I lived there. The community is active and mixed in terms of physical and cognitive abilities. My mom really struggled to integrate for reasons outside the facility’s control but they have gone above and beyond to help her and keep us ...
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Murphy Cross Roads review score based on 31 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 31 reviews of 8 Murphy Cross Roads assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Murphy Cross Roads 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

Murphy Cross Roads review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Murphy Cross Roads, AL8 facilities
8.5
Waterloo, AL41 facilities

Review subcategories for Murphy Cross Roads 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 31 reviews of 8 Murphy Cross Roads assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Murphy Cross Roads 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.
Murphy Cross Roads, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.1
Friendliness
4.5
4.2
Care services
4.1
3.8
Staff
4.4
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
4.2
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
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Murphy Cross Roads assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Murphy Cross Roads assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Murphy Cross Roads, 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 Murphy Cross Roads 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 Murphy Cross Roads that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Murphy Cross Roads, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
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
62.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.5%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Murphy Cross Roads 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 Murphy Cross Roads Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Murphy Cross Roads, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
37.5%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Murphy Cross Roads 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 Murphy Cross Roads partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Murphy Cross Roads, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in Murphy Cross Roads 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 Murphy Cross Roads communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Murphy Cross Roads, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Murphy Cross Roads 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 Murphy Cross Roads offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Murphy Cross Roads, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
25%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Murphy Cross Roads

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

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