Keestone of Florence
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Florence, AL

Keestone of Florence

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Florence, AL

Overview of Keestone of Florence

Keestone of Florence is a senior living community situated in the heart of Florence AL that offers assisted living and independent living services. This senior living community takes pride in providing a peaceful, relaxing, and delightful environment. Their services include medication management, 24/7 supervision, and activities for daily living assistance.

Residents of Keestone of Florence also get to enjoy fine dining every day as Keestone chefs prepare three healthy meals that meet all of the residents’ nutritional needs keeping them active and healthy. Staff also provide transportation to wherever residents need to go. Keestone residents also get to enjoy activities such as weekly group activities, movie nights, scheduled daily activities, and more. Keestone offers studio and one-bedroom apartments with access to wheelchairs and accessible showers for those who need them.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 43 Rank #199 / 242Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 199th 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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
16 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #4 / 382Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 382 homes 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 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.
80 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusRegular
CountyLauderdale
Business TypeLimited Liability Company

Ownership & Operating Entity

Keestone of Florence is administered by Jodi Gilreath.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Meals
Specific ProgramsDine, Magazine

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near Keestone of Florence

Address 0.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Florence's city center to Keestone of Florence's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Florence

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. 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.
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 Renaissance of Florence
AL
Florence
83
Facility 83
AL AVG 90
Rank #117 / 242
Yes
7
Facility 7
AL AVG 39
Rank #353 / 382
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Laura Fithian
Columbia Cottage Florence
AL
RC
Florence (North Florence)
51
Facility 51
AL AVG 90
Rank #179 / 242
Yes
24
Facility 24
AL AVG 39
Rank #281 / 382
Private Rooms-Heather Bradford
Keestone of Florence
AL
IL
Florence (West Florence)
43
Facility 43
AL AVG 90
Rank #199 / 242
Yes
80
Facility 80
AL AVG 39
Rank #4 / 382
Studio / 1 BedA+Jodi Gilreath
Hilltop at Glenwood I and II
AL
MC
RC
Florence
16
Facility 16
AL AVG 90
Rank #233 / 242
Yes
58
Facility 58
AL AVG 39
Rank #71 / 382
--Tonya Belew
Green Oaks Inn
AL
MC
Florence (Underwood-Petersville)
16
Facility 16
AL AVG 90
Rank #233 / 242
No---Crystal Green

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Alabama

Keestone of Florence 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.
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 Keestone of Florence

What neighborhood is Keestone of Florence in?

Keestone of Florence is in the West Florence neighborhood of Florence.

Is Keestone of Florence in a walkable area?

Keestone of Florence has a walk score of 80. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

How long has Keestone of Florence been in business?

Keestone of Florence has been operating for approximately 16 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Keestone of Florence?

Yes, Keestone of Florence allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Keestone of Florence?

Jodi Gilreath is the administrator of Keestone of Florence.

How many beds does Keestone of Florence have?

Keestone of Florence has 43 beds.

Are there photos of Keestone of Florence?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Keestone of Florence in the photo gallery on this page.

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