Country Cottage – Hoover
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Hoover, AL

Country Cottage – Hoover

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Hoover, AL

Overview of Country Cottage – Hoover

Nestled in the charming city of Birmingham, Hoover, The Cottage is a warm and inviting assisted living community that provides exceptional care and a vibrant environment for your loved one. With a range of apartment sizes and styles, The Cottage offers a unique and personalized living experience. Private apartments are thoughtfully designed with amenities such as a private bathroom, emergency alert system, and spacious closets. Additionally, each apartment is equipped for cable TV and telephone connectivity, ensuring residents can stay connected with their loved ones.

At The Cottage, they prioritize the well-being and comfort of our residents. The dedicated staff is committed to providing the support and care needed to enhance their daily lives. From assistance with daily activities to fostering an engaging and active environment, they strive to create a home-like setting where residents can thrive.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #31 / 50Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 31st out of 50 assisted living communities we track in Alabama for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Alabama facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
25 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #131 / 146Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 131st out of 146 assisted living communities we track in Alabama for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Alabama facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
7 / 100

About this community

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Additional Services

1 service
Transportation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness And Recreation

Room Accommodations

Room Sizes222 sq. ft

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Address 1.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Hoover's city center to Country Cottage – Hoover's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the AL Dept. of Public Health (ADPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
The Neighborhood at Vestavia Hills
AL
IL
MC
RC
Birmingham (Homewood)
77
Facility 77
AL AVG 63
Rank #34 / 125
Yes
31
Facility 31
AL AVG 33
Rank #76 / 146
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedB-Barbara Chatman
Brookdale University Park
AL
IL
Birmingham (South Denver)
60
Facility 60
AL AVG 63
Rank #47 / 125
Yes
84
Facility 84
AL AVG 33
Rank #1 / 146
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Brandon Bornstein
Danberry at Inverness
AL
IL
MC
Birmingham
56
Facility 56
AL AVG 63
Rank #57 / 125
Yes
51
Facility 51
AL AVG 33
Rank #28 / 146
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-William Lytton
Galleria Woods
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Birmingham
24
Facility 24
AL AVG 63
Rank #115 / 125
Yes
28
Facility 28
AL AVG 33
Rank #81 / 146
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Lynda Sullivan
Country Cottage – Hoover
AL
MC
RC
Hoover-No
7
Facility 7
AL AVG 33
Rank #131 / 146
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other AL assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Alabama

Country Cottage – Hoover is located in Hoover, Alabama.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Alabama.

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Elderly and Disabled Waiver

Alabama Medicaid E&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Alabama resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care but can live in community with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
AL

Must be assessed by a nurse for nursing home-level care need.

Benefits
In-home personal care (4-6 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$50/day avg.) Home-delivered meals Case management

Alabama Respite for Caregivers Program

Alabama Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Alabama resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
AL

Focus on rural caregivers; limited funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$50/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

SenioRx Prescription Assistance Program

AL SenioRx

Age 55+
General Alabama resident, chronic illness requiring daily medication, not fully covered by other drug plans.
Income Limits ~$3,000/month individual, varies by AAA
Asset Limits Not strictly enforced; income-focused.
AL

High ROI; saved $43.5M for 6,825 participants in FY 2022.

Benefits
Prescription cost reduction (avg. $6,300/year savings per participant) Medication management support

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AL WAP

Age 60+ priority
General Alabama resident, own or rent home, low-income status.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual
Asset Limits Not applicable; income-driven.
AL

Prioritizes seniors and disabled; limited annual funding.

Benefits
Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000 in annual energy savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AL Section 202

Age 62+
General Alabama resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month 50% of area median income, individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $10,000 individual, excludes home if owned
AL

High demand in urban areas like Birmingham; limited units statewide.

Benefits
Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Alabama CARES Program

AL CARES

Age
General Caregivers of Alabama residents aged 60+ needing assistance with 3+ daily activities; no age limit for caregivers.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing based on recipient’s income e.g., ~$2,500/month threshold
Asset Limits Not applicable; focus on need.
AL

Prioritizes caregivers with greatest economic/social need; complements respite programs like AL Lifespan Respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplemental supplies (e.g., $200/year avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Country Cottage – Hoover

Is Country Cottage – Hoover in a walkable area?

Country Cottage – Hoover has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has Country Cottage – Hoover been in business?

Country Cottage – Hoover has been operating for approximately 25 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Country Cottage – Hoover?

No, Country Cottage – Hoover has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Country Cottage – Hoover?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Country Cottage – Hoover in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Country Cottage – Hoover provide?

Country Cottage – Hoover offers Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care.

What is the address of Country Cottage – Hoover?

Country Cottage – Hoover is located at 4000 Greenwood Dr, Hoover, AL 35216.

What is the phone number of Country Cottage – Hoover?

(205) 987-0847 will put you in contact with the team at Country Cottage – Hoover.

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