Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center in Alabama, AL

Overview of Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center

Briar Glen Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is one of the trusted communities in Hoover. The memory care home provides a comfortable and upscale senior living experience for adults in the neighborhood. The premier memory care place creates a lifestyle that aims to provide an enjoyable lifestyle that cultivates individuality and growth. As a Sinceri senior living community, Briar Glen is the home where residents learn to embrace their cognitive disability with the professional care staff’s full support and dedicated compassion.

Briar Glen provides exclusive memory care benefits that ensure an unwavering commitment to security, as the facility is thoughtfully designed to offer a secure and comfortable atmosphere. The residence boasts a vibrant social calendar and a wide range of recreational activities, promoting engagement and fulfillment in personalized memory care therapy, and a delicious and healthy dining experience.

(205) 823-2393

90-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

Walk Score: 46 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility (specialty Care)

StatusProbational

CountyJefferson

Business TypeLimited Liability Company

Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center is administrated by Joel Burdette.

Special Care

90 units

Total beds

90 units

Staffing

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

ContactMr. Travis Day, Administrator

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0.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Hoover's city center to Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.32 miles to nearest hospital (American Family Care Hoover)

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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).

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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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.

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.)

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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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The Neighborhood at Vestavia Hills	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Birmingham (Homewood)	77 Facility 77 AL AVG 90 Rank #133 / 245	Yes	31 Facility 31 AL AVG 36 Rank #237 / 418	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	B-	Barbara Chatman

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Is Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center in a walkable area?

Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Who is the administrator of Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center?

Joel Burdette is the administrator of Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center.

How many beds does Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center have?

Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center has 90 beds.

Are there photos of Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center?

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What is the phone number of Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center?

(205) 823-2393 will put you in contact with the team at Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center.

What county is Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center located in?

Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center is in Jefferson County.

Is Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Briar Glen Alzheimer‘s Special Care Center is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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