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The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Huntsville, AL
Exterior view of a modern assisted living facility Interior common area with seating and decor Bright interior of a common area with seating View of landscaped courtyard and surrounding buildings from a balcony

The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Huntsville, AL
4300 Chris Dr Sw, Huntsville, AL 35802 View map
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Overview of The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community

Live independently in retirement with The Commons, a vibrant 55+ community in Huntsville, AL, offering independent living. With its beautifully furnished and cozy floor plans, residents can keep their peace of mind and find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. Here, residents enjoy maintenance-free living with the community handling the housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance.

With recreation sites and convenient local amenities nearby, residents can spend their days as they please. Meal plans and lunch delivery are also available to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides pet care for the convenience of residents with furry friends as their companions. Residents enjoy the best of their golden years with the community’s dedicated services and friendly setting.

Facility Direct Line (256) 203-0264
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #63 / 146Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 63rd out of 146 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
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About this community

Additional Services

2 services
Housekeeping Services
Transportation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Minimum Age55

Amenities & Lifestyle

Concierge
Specific ProgramsHousekeeping & Laundry, Personal Assistant, Personal Maintenance Support, Parking & Storage, Meal Plans, Pet Care, Phone, TV, Internet
Touring HoursMonday-Friday: 8am-5pm

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community.

This facility provides Dining Services.

Food DescriptionA la carte service options include lunch delivery, various housekeeping packages, trash collection and removal, and more.

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Room TypesOne Bedroom, Two Bedroom

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Address 4.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Huntsville's city center to The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community'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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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.
Merrill Gardens at Madison
AL
IL
MC
Madison (The Shoppes Of Madison)
160
Facility 160
AL AVG 63
Rank #5 / 125
Yes
46
Facility 46
AL AVG 33
Rank #40 / 146
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Stacey Henley
Windsor House
AL
HOS
Huntsville
117
Facility 117
AL AVG 63
Rank #9 / 125
No
37
Facility 37
AL AVG 33
Rank #57 / 146
--Bennie Susan Henderson
Brookdale Jones Farm
AL
IL
Huntsville (Jones Valley Estates)
60
Facility 60
AL AVG 63
Rank #47 / 125
Yes
25
Facility 25
AL AVG 33
Rank #92 / 146
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Heather Brandt
Lynridge of Huntsville
AL
MC
Huntsville (Piedmont)
58
Facility 58
AL AVG 63
Rank #56 / 125
No
58
Facility 58
AL AVG 33
Rank #13 / 146
Studio / Suite / 1 BedA-Lashawna Springer
The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community
AL
IL
MC
RC
Sw Huntsville-Yes
35
Facility 35
AL AVG 33
Rank #63 / 146
1 Bed / 2 Bed--

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other AL assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Alabama

The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community is located in SW Huntsville, 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 The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community

Is The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community in a walkable area?

The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community has a walk score of 35. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Does The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community on this page.

Are pets allowed at The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community?

Yes, The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community?

The team at The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community can be reached at marketing@cottageassistedliving.com.

Are there photos of The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community?

Yes — there are 15 photos of The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community provide?

The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care.

What is the address of The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community?

The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community is located at 4300 Chris Dr Sw, Huntsville, AL 35802.

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