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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Macon, AL

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When we realized that our dad needed more than we could give him, we looked for a place that had a welcoming atmosphere. A place that would make our dad feel wanted and cared for. McClellan Senior Living has...
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.
While you may have known Fort McClellan as a premier military installation in the Southeast, the fort's Army days are in the past. Today a portion of the former military base has a whole new mission.Welcome to the new McClellan, and welcome to Anniston, Alabama. A growing retirement destination...
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We recently moved my Dad here and we love Silver Lakes! From the moment I first visited, I could feel how at home everyone felt, definitely like a family community! It sits among the beautiful North Alabama...
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.
Silver Lakes Senior Living offers Independent Living, traditional Assisted Living as well as a person-centered Memory Care program. This newly renovated community offers a vibrant, homelike environment where assistance is right around the corner any time of the day or night. Whether it’s...
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More than exceeded our expectations. Based on our experience with the community so far we would recommend them to other families.
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 Premier Senior Living Community in the South! Discover the comfort and classic southern charm that is Regency Pointe senior living. Located near the banks of the Coosa River in Rainbow City, Alabama, our picturesque community is nestled among rolling hills, scenic forests and natural wild...
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Our loved one is not really engaging in the activities, but the staff members have continued to do a great job reaching out and encouraging our friend to get involved with different activities. We do think...
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.
We strive to make every moment special for our residents at NHC Place Anniston because we believe in celebrating life at all stages. Our community fosters independence, socialization, and a healthy lifestyle for each Resident. We are dedicated to offering our residents the independence they want...
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The staff members at Autumn Cove are what have made it such a great experience so far - they are just top notch. Based on our experience so far we would recommend them to other families.
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.
Autumn Cove Assisted Living is an extraordinary place to live. It’s the charm of hometown living in a community bursting with amenities and beautifully maintained by a terrific staff that’s ready to serve. At Autumn Cove Assisted Living, you’ll meet new friends, learn something new, and enjoy...
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My mom live at Legacy and she is very satisfied. She loves being around all the ladies there. The caregivers are extremely nice and very thorough with the people there. My mom likes the meals. The facility...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Legacy Village of Jacksonville is an assisted living community located in Jacksonville, Alabama, in Calhoun County, and home to just over 12,600 people. Jacksonville is a busy city close to Oxford, with lots of stores, shopping, restaurants and area attractions. Residents will enjoy spending time...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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, Nursing Homes
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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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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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Macon, AL

The average cost of senior living in Macon is $3,453 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ashville, AL with an average of $2,967 per month.

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

Macon, AL
$3,453/mo
$3,520/mo
$3,562/mo

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

Macon, AL
$3,453/mo
$3,478/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$3,696/mo
Independent Living
$3,453/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,596/mo
Studio
$3,524/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,720/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,850/mo

Senior living costs in Macon 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: Macon, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMacon, ALAlabamaU.S.
Independent Living$3,453/mo$3,478/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,566/mo$3,866/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,696/mo$3,907/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Macon, AL:$3,453/mo
Alabama:$3,478/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Macon, AL:$3,566/mo
Alabama:$3,866/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Macon, AL:$3,696/mo
Alabama:$3,907/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Macon

Recent reviews for independent living in Macon

Autumn Cove Assisted Living in Anniston, AL

5.0
The staff has been wonderful. My loved one gets out and mingles. I am happy so far,. It is a good place for your loved ones, and so far we have not had any issues. My loved one is getting more attention, and it is more affordable. Overall, I don't have any negative comments/feedback.

Village at Cook Springs in Pell City, AL

5.0
My mom has been with these wonderful people for over a year now, and we simply could not be happier with the outcome. If you have read Atul Gawande's book, Being Mortal, the Village at Cook Springs could easily be one of his examples for exemplary senior living care.

Cherry Creek Village in Attalla, AL

5.0
My aunt is very happy at Cherry Creek Village. She tells me that the food is very good. I would definitely recommend this facility to others looking for retirement living.

Macon independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Macon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Macon, 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 Macon 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 Macon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Macon, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
6.7%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Macon 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 Macon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Macon, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
6.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Macon 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 Macon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Macon, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
26.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
20%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

McClellan Senior Living, Silver Lakes Senior Living and Regency Pointe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Macon, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 19 independent living facilities near Macon, Alabama. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Macon, Alabama are McClellan Senior Living and Silver Lakes Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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