Covenant Place of Gardendale
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Gardendale, AL

Covenant Place of Gardendale

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Gardendale, AL

Overview of Covenant Place of Gardendale

Operating for 24 years, Covenant Place of Gardendale is a 60-bed assisted living community in Gardendale, Alabama, on Thompson Circle. It serves older adults who benefit from help with daily activities while maintaining their independence. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants have 24-hour staffing, and the community offers specialty care assisted living services in its care model. The car-dependent community has a Walk Score of 0, so most errands necessitate a vehicle, with nearby walkable options limited. This location suits residents and families with reliable transportation or who prefer a more serene and residential setting far from commercial areas.

Dining at Covenant Place highlights choice and comfort, with restaurant-style meals served throughout the day. A traditional southern breakfast starts each day, while lunch and dinner offer multiple entrées and side options so residents can select what’s appealing. Snacks between meals are available throughout the day. Note that the apartments are spacious, with each including a kitchenette and a large private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The design throughout is barrier-free, supporting residents with mobility concerns. Landscaped grounds provide outdoor space, and daily activities center on social, physical, and spiritual wellness, with games and themed events woven across the week.

The location of Covenant Place of Gardendale fits residents and families who have dependable transportation or want a quiet and residential setting instead of being near commercial areas.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 60 Rank #153 / 242Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 153rd out of 242 homes we track in Alabama for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
24 years

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusRegular
CountyJefferson

Ownership & Operating Entity

Covenant Place of Gardendale is administered by Kayla Young.

Profit StatusFor-profit

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Specialty Care Assisted Living

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
Large Private Bath
Snacks
Activities
Touring HoursMonday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Pricing & Financial Information

Move-in Deposit$500

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Address 3.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Gardendale's city center to Covenant Place of Gardendale'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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Fair Haven
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Birmingham (Crestline)
259
Facility 259
AL AVG 90
Rank #2 / 242
No
56
Facility 56
AL AVG 39
Rank #81 / 382
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--
Diversicare of Oneonta
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Oneonta
120
Facility 120
AL AVG 90
Rank #62 / 242
No
65
Facility 65
AL AVG 39
Rank #37 / 382
-A+Michael Enlow
The Folsom Center
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Ne Cullman (Arnold Street Northeast)
102
Facility 102
AL AVG 90
Rank #83 / 242
No
67
Facility 67
AL AVG 39
Rank #29 / 382
Private Rooms--
Diversicare of Lanett
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Lanett
85
Facility 85
AL AVG 90
Rank #113 / 242
No
3
Facility 3
AL AVG 39
Rank #375 / 382
-A+Jacqueline Morgan Brown
Covenant Place of Gardendale
AL
MC
Gardendale
60
Facility 60
AL AVG 90
Rank #153 / 242
No---Kayla Young

Frequently Asked Questions about Covenant Place of Gardendale

How long has Covenant Place of Gardendale been in business?

Covenant Place of Gardendale has been operating for approximately 24 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Covenant Place of Gardendale?

No, Covenant Place of Gardendale has a no-pet policy.

Does Covenant Place of Gardendale operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Covenant Place of Gardendale is registered as a for-profit in AL.

Who is the administrator of Covenant Place of Gardendale?

Kayla Young is the administrator of Covenant Place of Gardendale.

How many beds does Covenant Place of Gardendale have?

Covenant Place of Gardendale has 60 beds.

Are there photos of Covenant Place of Gardendale?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Covenant Place of Gardendale in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Covenant Place of Gardendale?

Covenant Place of Gardendale is located at 1409 Thompson Circle, Gardendale, AL 35071.

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