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Hartford Retirement Village, Inc.
Hartford Retirement Village is a 38-bed assisted living community in Hartford, Alabama. It’s where residents get personal care and daily support while being independent. Nestled on State Highway 52, the community stands in an average walkable area, so some errands are accessible on foot. Most trips, however, necessitate a car.
The heart of daily life at Hartford Retirement Village is grounded in attentive care and thoughtful amenities. It offers 24-hour staffing to bolster residents with their daily needs, ranging from personal care to medication management. Meals are an authentic highlight: three home-cooked meals are prepared daily by a full-time dietician and served in a captivating dining room, ensuring nutrition is not outsourced but built into the daily rhythm. On top of meals, residents gain from housekeeping and laundry services, health monitoring, and utilities included in their monthly cost, which simplifies budgeting and excludes common worries regarding variable expenses. The community keeps up a full-time in-house beauty salon, so residents have easy access to hair and grooming care with no need to leave the home. A community parlor and library provide gathering spaces for tranquil time or connection with others, while outdoor spaces offer a change of scenery and fresh air. Hartford Retirement Village also plans an activities calendar to keep residents engaged and structure their days. The facility, starting at $2,250 monthly, offers a small-scale, residential setting where daily support and good food work hand in hand to help residents live with comfort.
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Hartford Retirement Village, Inc. is administered by Gloria Jane Shepard.
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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.
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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
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| 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 Montgomery | AL HOS MC NH | Montgomery (Forest Park) | 138
Facility
138
AL AVG
90
Rank
#42 / 242 | No |
52
Facility
52
AL AVG
39
Rank
#100 / 382 | SNF (Skilled Nursing) (138) | A+ | Quintella Crawford Jackson |
| Brookdale Northport | AL IL MC NH SNF | Northport | 83
Facility
83
AL AVG
90
Rank
#117 / 242 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
AL AVG
39
Rank
#141 / 382 | Private Rooms | A+ | Sherry Washington |
| Brookdale University Park | AL IL | Birmingham (South Denver) | 60
Facility
60
AL AVG
90
Rank
#153 / 242 | Yes |
84
Facility
84
AL AVG
39
Rank
#1 / 382 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Brandon Bornstein |
| Hartford Retirement Village, Inc. | AL | Hartford | 38
Facility
38
AL AVG
90
Rank
#207 / 242 | No |
55
Facility
55
AL AVG
39
Rank
#89 / 382 | - | - | Gloria Jane Shepard |
Frequently Asked Questions about Hartford Retirement Village, Inc.
Is Hartford Retirement Village, Inc. in a walkable area?
Hartford Retirement Village, Inc. has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Are pets allowed at Hartford Retirement Village, Inc.?
No, Hartford Retirement Village, Inc. has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Hartford Retirement Village, Inc.?
Gloria Jane Shepard is the administrator of Hartford Retirement Village, Inc..
How many beds does Hartford Retirement Village, Inc. have?
Hartford Retirement Village, Inc. has 38 beds.
Are there photos of Hartford Retirement Village, Inc.?
Yes — there are 14 photos of Hartford Retirement Village, Inc. in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Hartford Retirement Village, Inc.?
Hartford Retirement Village, Inc. is located at 12196 East State Hwy. 52, Hartford, AL 36344.
What is the phone number of Hartford Retirement Village, Inc.?
(334) 588-2306 will put you in contact with the team at Hartford Retirement Village, Inc..
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