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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Northside Acres, AL

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 16 independent living facilities in Northside Acres, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Photo of The Commons
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9.8
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12 reviews
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Not just staff but residents are very friendly. This is an independent living community. They offering transportation to appointments, but my father didn't use them. [name removed] was wonderful! They offer...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Commons is Huntsville's first 55+ Active Adult Community and is very different from other apartments or retirement living options in our area. A 55+ Active Adult Community, like The Commons, is an age restricted community. That means we are required by the 1995 Housing for Older Persons Act...
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9.7
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70 reviews
9.7
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70 reviews
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My grandma has been living at the Gardens for a year. There have been some changes recently, but they were definitely for the better. The Director, [name removed], is wonderful! Extremely communicative, well...
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.
Friendly, southern and oh so charming, the Gardens of Hazel Green Assisted Living offers the personal attention and home-like environment your loved one deserves. From the rockers on the shady back porch to the spacious family-style dining room to the comfortable central common-area, our senior...
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2323 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.8
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57 reviews
8.8
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57 reviews
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My mother and father are very happy there and even though they kept their car, don't leave much at all. They find everything they need at Merrill Gardens. They also enjoy the company of friends and staff....
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.
Merrill Gardens at Madison is situated between Athens and Huntsville in Madison county. Enjoy being near shopping, outdoor recreation areas, hospitals and high-quality medical practices.Merrill Gardens at Madison is classically designed and offer a wellness center, well-appointed library and lots...
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1010 Floor plans available
8.6
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34 reviews
8.6
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34 reviews
5 star
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This place has been a Godsend for our family. We needed a place for our dad to move to that would offer 3 hot meals a day that was clean and has an understanding and compassionate staff and this place...
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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Photo of The Madison Village
66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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12 reviews
8.6
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12 reviews
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Our building had a Friday night get together, where we had food, played games and had fun. None of there other buildings did this, so that's what made it so special. I'm no longer living there, as I have...
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.
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8.5
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7 reviews
8.5
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7 reviews
5 star
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As this is an independent living community, the staff consists of the office manager who is helpful and efficient, and a wonderful maintenance man who can also be described that way. The move in was...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Please call us before scheduling a tour!The Lodge at Johns Road, is Huntsville's newest '55 and better apartment home community! The Lodge at Johns Road offers Studio, 1-, 2- and 3- bedroom apartment homes ranging from 673 to 1,262 square feet. The community is brand new and has a fully secure...
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8.0
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7 reviews
8.0
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7 reviews
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Staff seemed to love their jobs & the residents. They tried really hard with my husband, but he fell several times& was angry because he was away from me. He was not adjusting so I was asked to bring him...
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.
For seniors who need some help with daily tasks or live with dementia, Heritage Assisted Living and Memory Care in Madison, Alabama, offers a comfortable experience and an outgoing staff that will provide the compassionate care your loved one deserves.
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Photo of Lynridge of Huntsville Assisted Living and Memory Care
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7.2
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47 reviews
7.2
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47 reviews
5 star
35%
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32%
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Like the fact it is all-inclusive pricing for the care versus added on care fees. The staff are respond in timely manner when assistance is needed. Although, my loved ones do not participate in the...
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.
As Huntsville’s premiere Assisted Living and Memory Care community, Lynridge of Huntsville Assisted Living & Memory Care is dedicated to providing a meaningful experience for residents who are ready to live their best days. Residents receive the care they need, convenient amenities and...
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Photo of The Neighborhood at Madison
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
6.9
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15 reviews
6.9
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15 reviews
5 star
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Overall my mom has settled in very well, she has made some friends and the staff makes her feel welcome! I have interacted the most with [names removed] and they are fabulous. I have had some concerns with...
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.
Located in a thriving suburb of Huntsville, Morningside of Madison allows residents to be active in the things they love. Serving the community since 1998, Morningside has embraced the concept of 'putting our residents first' and provides Healthy Generation Programming to enable our residents to...
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Our loved one has not been there long, but our family is having a much better experience at Regency. Everything is going great so far, we were upfront with them about our loved ones health issues, and they...
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.
Regency Retirement Village is a part of the city of Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama and provides residents with an assisted living community that is prepared to offer them the memory care that they need. This community is a great place to call home. Huntsville has much to offer to its guests...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
Photo of Windsor House
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
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.
Photo of Russel Erskine
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At The Apartments at Russel Erskine, we combine the splendor and hospitality of the old grand hotels with the modern conveniences you have grown to expect in an apartment community. Originally built in the early 1930's as Huntsville's premiere downtown hotel, the Russel Erskine building has been...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Northside Acres, AL

The average cost of senior living in Northside Acres is $3,669 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lester, AL with an average of $3,314 per month.

Independent living costs in Northside Acres, AL, vs. nearby cities

Northside Acres, AL
$3,669/mo

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

Northside Acres, AL
$3,669/mo
$3,478/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Northside Acres, AL, vs. other senior living options

$4,164/mo
Independent Living
$3,669/mo

Independent living costs in Northside Acres, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,181/mo
Studio
$3,863/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,019/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,206/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,750/mo

Senior living costs in Northside Acres 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: Northside Acres, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorthside Acres, ALAlabamaU.S.
Independent Living$3,669/mo$3,478/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,164/mo$3,866/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,164/mo$3,907/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Northside Acres, AL:$3,669/mo
Alabama:$3,478/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Northside Acres, AL:$4,164/mo
Alabama:$3,866/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Northside Acres, AL:$4,164/mo
Alabama:$3,907/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Northside Acres, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Northside Acres 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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Independent living cost trends in Northside Acres, AL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Northside Acres 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
Northside Acres, AL$2,930/mo$3,053/mo-4.0%
Alabama$2,587/mo$2,574/mo+0.5%
National$3,006/mo$2,839/mo+5.9%
Northside Acres, AL
2024 average cost:$2,930/mo
2023 average cost:$3,053/mo
Percent change:-4.0%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$2,587/mo
2023 average cost:$2,574/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,006/mo
2023 average cost:$2,839/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Northside Acres

Recent reviews for independent living in Northside Acres

Aldridge Creek Terrace in Huntsville, AL

4.5
My mother is law loves it here. She has adjusted very well to it, and we are pleased. She stays busy with all the activities they have available. They have an excellent staff, they are caring for her very well. The only problem she has had is the meals, but they are working on it. The community ...
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The Commons in Huntsville, AL

5.0
Overall experience was great! [name removed] was great to work with and dad was so looking forward to getting involved with the activities and meeting the other residents. The common areas are well kept and tidy. The apartment was freshly updated with paint, carpet and flooring. Friendliness ...
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The Madison Village

5.0
I would tell others looking into The Madison Village that they have taken their time and answered all o my questions honestly. The main reason I chose this facility over others I looked at was because of the space and close proximity to my family. The apartment sizes are good. It is a good ...
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Northside Acres independent living services and amenities

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

There are 16 independent living facilities near Northside Acres, Alabama. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Northside Acres, Alabama are Limestone Lodge, Limestone Manor and Residences at Wellpoint. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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