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10 Best Nursing Homes in Glasgow, AL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Glasgow nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Glasgow, AL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Glasgow or another care type is right for you. Browse 27 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Glasgow.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Red Wine, Sherman Heights and Glen Iris.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Clay, Ayres and Village Springs.

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Danberry is an exceptional facility. Of all the assisted living facilities we visited, only Longleaf was in the same level of quality, but not at the level of Danberry. The room, the food, the activities,...
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.
Danberry at Inverness reflects a complete break from the conventions of ordinary senior living communities by embracing a distinctive philosophy focused on celebrating life with style. Here, you will find every convenience and amenity imaginable for active adults over 55, including a full...
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Recommendation from a friend who has a family member there. I absolutely would recommend & I have. I mean it isn't perfect but they have taken great care of my mom.
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.
From the moment you walk through the door, you will experience the difference that is Chateau Vestavia. Family owned and locally operated, we are a part of the beautiful Vestavia Hills community. Our caring professional staff is committed to making this the most worry-free time of your life. We...
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It was the best choice available at the time. We would recommend Brookdale. My sister is making friends and reading almost every book in the library! This is a nice place to start living again.
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.
Come see if our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, is the right fit for you and your family. Here you’ll have independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus. So if you or your spouse need more care later, you’ll have the lifestyle you want and...
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One area that needs attention is the heating and air conditioning system. The building is well maintained and the staff is very friendly.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Elite Senior Living Center located in Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama and provides independent living where residents receive the memory care that they need. Our community provides seniors with a great place to call home. Those who are visiting residents of this community will find that...
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I wanted to write a review for the Regency Retirement Village and share our experience. We planned an out-of-state move with my mother-in-law of 90 years. This was a very tough move for us to make but we...
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 graciously appointed residential community designed to meet the needs of seniors. The beautiful facility offers affordable independent and assisted living. Our apartments are some of the finest in Birmingham with studios, one and two bedroom suites. We are located...
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I placed my mom here for respite care and received great service. She was provided great care by the staff. She has dementia and the staff were skilled with dealing with dementia patients. Thanks to [name...
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.
A Life Plan, commonly referred to as a Continuing Care Retirement Community, St. Martin’s in the Pines offers a comprehensive range of care to support seniors through all stages of living. Accommodations include restaurant-style dining, gated beautiful grounds, community garden, daily activities,...
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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.
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My mom is doing great as a resident in the community. She enjoys the meals and the activities are good. She has been happy so far and the staff are good with the care and good at giving my updates where it...
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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Greenbriar on Hanover is a lovely community. My mother is very happy here. The staff is very nice. The community is kept organized and cleaned. One thing i really like is that the meals are delicious. I...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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My loved one has recently moved into this community and so far everything is going well for him there. The staff have been very friendly and I am comfortable with the quality of care they are providing him....
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.
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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: Nursing Homes
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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: Nursing Homes
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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: Nursing Homes
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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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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: Nursing Homes
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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: Nursing Homes
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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: Nursing Homes
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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: Nursing Homes
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Glasgow, AL

The average cost of senior living in Glasgow is $4,165 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kimberly, AL with an average of $3,722 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Glasgow, AL, vs. nearby cities

Glasgow, AL
$4,165/mo
$4,229/mo

Nursing homes costs in Glasgow, AL, vs. state and national averages

Glasgow, AL
$4,165/mo
$3,907/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Glasgow, AL, vs. other senior living options

$4,129/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,165/mo

Nursing homes costs in Glasgow, AL, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,674/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,106/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,725/mo

Senior living costs in Glasgow vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Glasgow, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGlasgow, ALAlabamaU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,165/mo$3,907/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,050/mo$3,866/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,129/mo$3,907/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,533/mo$3,478/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Glasgow, AL:$4,165/mo
Alabama:$3,907/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Glasgow, AL:$4,050/mo
Alabama:$3,866/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Glasgow, AL:$4,129/mo
Alabama:$3,907/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Glasgow, AL:$3,533/mo
Alabama:$3,478/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Glasgow, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Glasgow 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.

Glasgow, ALAL stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Glasgow, AL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Glasgow 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
Glasgow, AL$4,730/mo$4,804/mo-1.5%
Alabama$4,279/mo$4,051/mo+5.6%
National$5,322/mo$5,056/mo+5.3%
Glasgow, AL
2024 average cost:$4,730/mo
2023 average cost:$4,804/mo
Percent change:-1.5%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$4,279/mo
2023 average cost:$4,051/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,322/mo
2023 average cost:$5,056/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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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 nursing homes in Glasgow

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Glasgow

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.

Proveer at Grayson Valley in Birmingham, AL

4.1
The facility is pretty nice, I think some things could be upgraded. But mom is very pleased. The staff is very friendly and quick to address any issues we have. They do housekeeping often and her room is very clean. The food is good, mom is happy with it. Communication with the family is very ...
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Glasgow nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glasgow nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glasgow, 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 Glasgow nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Glasgow that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Glasgow, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
26.3%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.1%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
63.2%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
63.2%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
26.3%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.5%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
63.2%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
21.1%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
15.8%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Glasgow nursing homes

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 Glasgow Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Glasgow, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.8%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.8%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.8%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.3%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Glasgow nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Glasgow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Glasgow, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.1%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.8%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
5.3%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.8%
4%
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Availability of select dining options in Glasgow nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Glasgow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Glasgow, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.5%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.1%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
0.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glasgow nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Glasgow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Glasgow, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
15.8%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.5%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.8%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.3%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.1%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.3%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.1%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.5%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
21.1%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
10.5%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.8%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.1%
0.5%
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