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I recently visited this community to see an old neighbor and this place is absolutely amazing The staff was friendly. It was very clean and the administrator and her assistant was very friendly and...
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.
At the Gardens of Pelham Assisted Living, our retirement community meets the diverse and changing needs of today’s senior citizens. Conveniently located off 1-65 North at exit 246 in Pelham near the Oak Mountain Park, the Garden’s atmosphere is warm and relaxed. Our month-to-month rent, without...
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Great place with very nice people and staff! The food is very good with lots of choices! The activities and concerts are really fun! Love the place
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
It’s not downsizing your home; it’s upsizing your possibilities. Located on 20 wooded acres in Birmingham’s prestigious Riverchase area, our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) gives you a maintenance-free lifestyle with the retirement you deserve. Our community has a full continuum...
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We love this community for the staff are outstanding and caring. The community is clean and the meals are very good in every way possible. We are happy that she is active with this other resident with 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.
The Woodlands offer the basic services plus three additional levels of care. The Woodlands provides a way of life that allows the resident to age in place. If your loved one needs short term assistance or long term assistance, we provide it. Our well-trained staff provides services with love,...
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I am impressed with the staff as they are attentive and helpful. They offer some activities and the community is clean. I would recommend this community.
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.
Maplewood Lane Traditional Assisted Living If you or someone in your family is having difficulty living independently, yet doesn't need 24-hour care and medical supervision, then assisted living will provide the ideal solution. If you or a loved one requires assistance with bathing, dressing,...
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We picked this community, because of the great people, rates, and it was convenient for my father. I would 100 percent recommend to other families. It's very nice.
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.
Congregate Housing at Cahaba Trace 208 Pierson Avenue Centreville, AL 35042, US
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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
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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 independent living in Garnsey, AL

The average cost of senior living in Garnsey is $3,285 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brookwood, AL with an average of $2,942 per month.

Independent living costs in Garnsey, AL, vs. nearby cities

Garnsey, AL
$3,285/mo
$3,635/mo

Independent living costs in Garnsey, AL, vs. state and national averages

Garnsey, AL
$3,285/mo
$3,478/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Garnsey, AL, vs. other senior living options

$3,819/mo
Independent Living
$3,285/mo

Independent living costs in Garnsey, AL, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,470/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,040/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,230/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,300/mo

Senior living costs in Garnsey 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: Garnsey, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGarnsey, ALAlabamaU.S.
Independent Living$3,285/mo$3,478/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,819/mo$3,866/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,819/mo$3,907/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Garnsey, AL:$3,285/mo
Alabama:$3,478/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Garnsey, AL:$3,819/mo
Alabama:$3,866/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Garnsey, AL:$3,819/mo
Alabama:$3,907/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Garnsey

Recent reviews for independent living in Garnsey

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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Galleria Woods, a CCRC in Birmingham, AL

4.2
This is a nice community overall, it is a beautiful place and the staff are all very friendly. They do a good job of keeping it up, and it is always clean. The only major issue we had was right when my parents moved in, I feel like the staff could have been a bit more sensitive to my parents ...
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Oaks on Parkwood in Bessemer, AL

5.0
We chose this facility because it was a better value for the money than a lot we looked into, the location, and it is a one level facility which we liked. They also have continued care so we would not have to move her from the facility, she would just transition from levels of care. Her ...
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Garnsey independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Garnsey independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Garnsey, 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 Garnsey 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 Garnsey partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Garnsey, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Garnsey 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 Garnsey communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Garnsey, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Garnsey 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 Garnsey offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Garnsey, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Gardens of Pelham, Galleria Woods, a CCRC and Woodlands at Tannehill are the top-rated independent living facilities near Garnsey, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 8 independent living facilities near Garnsey, Alabama. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Garnsey, Alabama are Gardens of Pelham and The Crossings at Riverchase. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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