The Renaissance of Florence
The Renaissance of Florence
Formerly known as Merrill Gardens at Florence, The Renaissance of Florence is an assisted living community in Florence, Alabama, about 4.4 miles from the city center in Lauderdale County. Laura Fithian serves as the administrator. The community has been serving residents for 29 years, giving it a long-established presence in the area.
The single-story community has 83 beds. It offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, so residents can choose based on their space needs and budget. The car-dependent area has a Walk Score of 7, which means most errands and outings require driving.
Residents receive assistance with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and walking. Medication management and regular health monitoring are also offered here. Staff checks on residents personally throughout the day. Transportation services are available for medical appointments and errands. Fitness and recreation programs help residents stay active.
Meals are prepared using a seasonal menu that changes throughout the year. Residents can also take part in a regular schedule of social events and activities. Pets are welcome in the community, allowing residents to keep a companion animal during their stay.
83-bed community Rank #116 / 241Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 116th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
29 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 7 / 100 Rank #354 / 417Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 354th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusRegular
CountyLauderdale
Business TypeLimited Liability Company
The Renaissance of Florence is administered by Laura Fithian.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Hilda Richardson, Board Member (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Renaissance of Florence
1 Bedroom
Studio
2 bedroom
Places of interest near The Renaissance of Florence
4.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Florence's city center to The Renaissance of Florence'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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| The Renaissance of Florence | AL | Florence | 83
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83
AL AVG
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Rank
#116 / 241 | Yes |
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The Renaissance of Florence is located in Florence, Alabama.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Renaissance of Florence
Is The Renaissance of Florence in a walkable area?
The Renaissance of Florence has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
How long has The Renaissance of Florence been in business?
The Renaissance of Florence has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Renaissance of Florence?
Yes, The Renaissance of Florence allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of The Renaissance of Florence?
Laura Fithian is the administrator of The Renaissance of Florence.
How many beds does The Renaissance of Florence have?
The Renaissance of Florence has 83 beds.
Are there photos of The Renaissance of Florence?
Yes — there are 4 photos of The Renaissance of Florence in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Renaissance of Florence?
The Renaissance of Florence is located at 3275 Co Rd 47, Florence, AL 35630.
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