Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone)
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Birmingham, AL

Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone)

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Birmingham, AL

Overview of Monark Grove Greystone (the Bluffs at Greystone)

Formerly known as The Bluffs at Greystone, Monark Grove Greystone is an exquisite senior living community that boasts resort-style living in a modern apartment complex for residential assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Birmingham. The retirement home encourages its seniors to maintain independence while receiving exceptional care from compassionate staff. Monark Grove Greystone creates a welcoming and comfortable environment that inspires residents to thrive.
The senior apartment provides a list of comprehensive amenities and services that help make the lives of its residents hassle-free, including 24-hour licensed supervision, medication services, housekeeping, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, and a full-service salon available.

Bed community size
32-bed community Rank #216 / 241Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 216th out of 241 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 56 / 100 Rank #82 / 417Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 82nd out of 417 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Alabama that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility (specialty Care)
StatusRegular
CountyShelby
Business TypeLimited Liability Company

Ownership & Operating Entity

Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone) is administered by William Devening.

Type Of Units

Special Care
32 units
Total beds
32 units

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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Address 6328 Farley Lane, Birmingham, AL 35242

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Alabama

Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone) is located in Birmingham, 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.
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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 Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone)

Is Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone) in a walkable area?

Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone) has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone)?

No, Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone) has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone)?

William Devening is the administrator of Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone).

How many beds does Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone) have?

Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone) has 32 beds.

Are there photos of Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone)?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone) in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone)?

Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone) is located at 6328 Farley Lane, Birmingham, AL 35242.

What is the phone number of Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone)?

(205) 409-0000 will put you in contact with the team at Monark Grove Greystone (The Bluffs at Greystone).

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