Mountain Cove

Overview of Mountain Cove

With 34 beds, Mountain Cove is a small assisted living community on Highway 411 in Gadsden, Alabama. The setting serves older adults needing help with everyday activities like bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals while maintaining as much independence as they comfortably can. As an assisted living home, the community provides the kind of smaller, residential environment that captivates families seeking individualized attention and a more serene daily feel.

Mountain Cove is staffed 24/7 with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants. This 24-hour professional presence means help is there whenever needed. Staff provide personal health services including medication assistance, weight and blood pressure monitoring, and help with daily living activities. When circumstances shift, and extra support is needed, residents have access to home health care. Mountain Cove is found in a car-dependent area where most errands need driving, so the setting suits residents and families who drive locally or have transportation readily available.

A tour in person by families considering this home will give a clear picture of the setting, the room options, and how daily care is organized.

(256) 543-9991

34-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 4 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility

StatusRegular

CountyEtowah

Mountain Cove is administrated by Kimberly (Arledge) Mcduffie.

Profit StatusLimited Liability Company

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Specific ProgramsPersonal Health Services, 24 hour professional staff, assistance with medication, access to Home Health Care, emergency call light, weight and blood pressure monitoring, assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing/ dressing and personal hygiene.

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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

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.

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.)

Compare Assisted Living around Alabama

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


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Mountain Cove	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.	Gadsden	34 Facility 34 AL AVG 90 Rank #216 / 245	No	4 Facility 4 AL AVG 36 Rank #369 / 418	-	-	Kimberly (Arledge) Mcduffie

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Is Mountain Cove in a walkable area?

Mountain Cove has a walk score of 4. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Who is the administrator of Mountain Cove?

Kimberly (Arledge) McDuffie is the administrator of Mountain Cove.

How many beds does Mountain Cove have?

Mountain Cove has 34 beds.

Are there photos of Mountain Cove?

Yes — there are 2 photos of Mountain Cove in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Mountain Cove?

Mountain Cove is located at 6330 U. S. Highway 411.

What is the phone number of Mountain Cove?

(256) 543-9991 will put you in contact with the team at Mountain Cove.

What county is Mountain Cove located in?

Mountain Cove is in Etowah County.

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