The Springs of Mill Lakes
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Opelika, AL

The Springs of Mill Lakes

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Opelika, AL

Overview of The Springs of Mill Lakes

Part of Phoenix Senior Living Communities, The Springs of Mill Lakes is a senior living community in the Spring Hill Heights area of Opelika, Alabama. It offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care for adults aged 55 and older. Residents can move between levels of care as their needs change without necessarily relocating to another community. Licensed physicians and other healthcare professionals provide medical oversight, supported by 24-hour staffing.

Each resident receives an individualized care plan that allows staff to adjust services as care needs evolve. Daily life includes structured social activities, nutritional management programs, and resident education that support a holistic approach to wellness. Fitness and recreation programs are also available. The community welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal.

East Alabama Medical Center is less than 1 mile away, providing convenient access to hospital care when needed. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 32 out of 100. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, while most errands and outings require a car. The community is also about 2.5 miles from downtown Opelika, so residents can many nearby services.

The Springs of Mill Lakes is a private-pay community, and it’s not certified to participate in Medicare or Medicaid. Families considering the community should plan to cover the cost of care through private payment rather than public insurance programs.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 32 / 100 Rank #231 / 417Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 231st 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Address 2.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Opelika's city center to The Springs of Mill Lakes's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.93 miles to nearest hospital (East Alabama Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Alabama

The Springs of Mill Lakes is located in Opelika, 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 The Springs of Mill Lakes

What neighborhood is The Springs of Mill Lakes in?

The Springs of Mill Lakes is in the Spring Hill Heights neighborhood.

Is The Springs of Mill Lakes in a walkable area?

The Springs of Mill Lakes has a walk score of 32. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at The Springs of Mill Lakes?

Yes, The Springs of Mill Lakes allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of The Springs of Mill Lakes?

Yes — there are 7 photos of The Springs of Mill Lakes in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Springs of Mill Lakes?

The Springs of Mill Lakes is located at 2901 Birmingham Hwy, Opelika, AL 36801.

What is the phone number of The Springs of Mill Lakes?

(334) 826-6996 will put you in contact with the team at The Springs of Mill Lakes.

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