Green Oaks Inn
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Florence, AL

Overview of Green Oaks Inn

Green Oaks Inn has been a pioneer in the assisted living industry in Alabama. Located in the beautiful, quiet, and rural setting of Florence AL, this senior living community offers assisted living services and memory care and specializes in the unique needs of senior adults with Alzheimer’s and/or other dementia-related disorders. Residents in Green Oaks Inn enjoy a home-like environment, round-the-clock care centered around resident’s needs, medication management, and assistance with daily living.

Green Oaks Inn residents enjoy access to a range of amenities, including home-cooked meals and snacks, as well as laundry and housekeeping services. A full-time activity program, with exercise instructors available three days a week, adds to the vibrant community life. Room options include both private and semi-private choices. Residents also benefit from regular communication with personal physicians, and this senior living community collaborates with home health agencies to provide necessary therapies when needed.

 

Bed community size
16-bed community Rank #236 / 245Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 236th out of 245 homes in Alabama. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Alabama facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
33 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 0 / 100 Rank #395 / 418Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 395th out of 418 homes in Alabama. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Alabama facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility (specialty Care)
StatusRegular
CountyLauderdale
Business TypeCorporation

Ownership & Operating Entity

Green Oaks Inn is administered by Crystal Green.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Rita Van Dyke, Owner/Manager

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Address 8.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Florence's city center to Green Oaks Inn's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Alabama

Green Oaks Inn is located in Florence, 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.
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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 Green Oaks Inn

What neighborhood is Green Oaks Inn in?

Green Oaks Inn is in the Underwood-Petersville neighborhood of Florence.

Who is the administrator of Green Oaks Inn?

Crystal Green is the administrator of Green Oaks Inn.

How many beds does Green Oaks Inn have?

Green Oaks Inn has 16 beds.

Are there photos of Green Oaks Inn?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Green Oaks Inn in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Green Oaks Inn?

Green Oaks Inn is located at 140 Pepper Ln, Florence, AL 35633.

What is the phone number of Green Oaks Inn?

(256) 767-2080 will put you in contact with the team at Green Oaks Inn.

What county is Green Oaks Inn located in?

Green Oaks Inn is in Lauderdale County.

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