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The information below is reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards.
| The Crossings at North River | AL IL MC | Tuscaloosa | 84
Facility
84
AL AVG
90
Rank
#119 / 245 | No |
20
Facility
20
AL AVG
36
Rank
#300 / 418 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Kimberly Brooke O'briant |
| The Neighborhood at Vestavia Hills | AL IL MC RC | Birmingham (Homewood) | 77
Facility
77
AL AVG
90
Rank
#133 / 245 | Yes |
31
Facility
31
AL AVG
36
Rank
#237 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | B- | Barbara Chatman |
| Longleaf Liberty Park | AL MC RC | Birmingham | 90
Facility
90
AL AVG
90
Rank
#106 / 245 | No |
24
Facility
24
AL AVG
36
Rank
#283 / 418 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Matthew Nicosia |
| The Renaissance of Florence | AL | Florence | 83
Facility
83
AL AVG
90
Rank
#120 / 245 | Yes |
7
Facility
7
AL AVG
36
Rank
#355 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Laura Fithian |
| Merrill Gardens at Madison | AL IL MC | Madison (The Shoppes Of Madison) | 160
Facility
160
AL AVG
90
Rank
#22 / 245 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
AL AVG
36
Rank
#151 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Stacey Henley |
| The Brennity at Daphne | AL MC | Daphne | 92
Facility
92
AL AVG
90
Rank
#101 / 245 | No |
3
Facility
3
AL AVG
36
Rank
#376 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed | A+ | Scott Kolzow |
| Brookdale Northport | AL IL MC NH | Northport (Rose Drive) | 83
Facility
83
AL AVG
90
Rank
#120 / 245 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
AL AVG
36
Rank
#142 / 418 | Private Rooms | A+ | Sherry Washington |
| Crowne Place Assisted Living | AL | Mobile (College Park) | 80
Facility
80
AL AVG
90
Rank
#126 / 245 | No |
49
Facility
49
AL AVG
36
Rank
#125 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | Mimi Jones |
| Regency Retirement Village – Tuscaloosa | AL IL MC | Tuscaloosa (Dixon Manor) | 80
Facility
80
AL AVG
90
Rank
#126 / 245 | No |
41
Facility
41
AL AVG
36
Rank
#181 / 418 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | - | Jennifer Anderson |
| Brookdale University Park | AL NH IL | Birmingham (South Denver) | 60
Facility
60
AL AVG
90
Rank
#156 / 245 | Yes |
84
Facility
84
AL AVG
36
Rank
#1 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Brandon Bornstein |
| Danberry at Inverness | AL IL MC | Birmingham | 56
Facility
56
AL AVG
90
Rank
#169 / 245 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
AL AVG
36
Rank
#108 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | - | William Lytton |
| The Neighborhood at Sheffield | AL RC | Sheffield (Woodlawn Heights) | 56
Facility
56
AL AVG
90
Rank
#169 / 245 | No |
26
Facility
26
AL AVG
36
Rank
#270 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Kutana Mitchell |
| Kirkwood By the River | AL IL MC NH | Birmingham (Overton) | 46
Facility
46
AL AVG
90
Rank
#195 / 245 | No |
0
Facility
0
AL AVG
36
Rank
#395 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Jeff Burchfield |
| The Madison Village | AL IL RC | Madison | 60
Facility
60
AL AVG
90
Rank
#156 / 245 | No |
34
Facility
34
AL AVG
36
Rank
#222 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Angie Tate |
| Somerby of Mobile | AL IL MC | Mobile (Pine Run) | 50
Facility
50
AL AVG
90
Rank
#183 / 245 | Yes |
6
Facility
6
AL AVG
36
Rank
#361 / 418 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Hope Boykin |
A 52-bed assisted living community in Huntsville, Alabama, Lynridge of Huntsville Memory Care is designed to support residents with memory care needs. Located on Whitesport Circle, the community is set in a car-dependent area, with most daily errands requiring transportation. Despite the location, the community is built around daily life and resident engagement.
Lynridge of Huntsville Memory Care maintains 24-hour staffing and offers nursing services alongside rehabilitation programs, providing active care support and recovery services for residents. A culinary program anchors the everyday experience, with multiple dining options, casual and formal areas, meant to make mealtimes a social and fun part of the day. This focus on dining signifies a philosophy of bringing structure and pleasure to daily routines. Beyond meals, the community supplies residents with over 21 daily activities and experiences. The setting includes comfortable communal spaces where residents can gather, alongside support amenities like a salon and spa, fitness center, and full housekeeping and laundry services. Such elements are designed to allow residents to remain engaged and active, with support built in for comfort and ease.
For families wanting a memory care community that emphasizes structured programming, dining, and daily engagement, the community offers a focused approach to activity and social connection within a smaller-scale setting of 52 residents.
A small 32-bed assisted living community on Launch Street in Guntersville, Alabama, The Harbor at Lakeshore offers residential care designed for older adults who need daily activities assistance like bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals while maintaining as much independence as possible. The community’s approach focuses on providing personal care in a smaller setting, which many families prefer for its quieter atmosphere and more individualized attention.
The home sits in a car-dependent area where a majority of errands require driving, so it fits residents and visiting families comfortable with that kind of suburban setting or who have reliable local transportation. The monthly rate starts at $3,950.
For families considering The Harbor at Lakeshore, a tour in person is an efficient way to see the rooms, understand the daily schedule and activities, and get a sense of the home’s culture and care approach. Visiting will also clarify specific services, dining options, and programming available, plus which payment sources are accepted by the community.
Offering a lifestyle-focused approach to residential care, Fleming Farms Senior Living is a 32-bed assisted living community in Huntsville, Alabama. Situated on Bellewood Drive SE, the community pairs daily assistance with amenities and activities designed to support residents’ interests and social connections. The community supports residents who, while maintaining as much independence as possible, need help with bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants provide direct care. The community also offers rehabilitation services and respite care for shorter-term needs.
A signature element at Fleming Farms is dining. A professional chef prepares restaurant-style meals, and residents can likewise enjoy a café/bistro for casual gatherings with loved ones. The community operates a Lifestyle Plus program that includes distinctive experiences, technology education, and structured events and activities. Everyday life at Fleming Farms Senior Living is anchored by an array of amenities. An outdoor swimming pool and patio spaces offer chances to spend time outside, while an indoor movie theater and television lounge provide entertainment. A fitness center with raised garden beds appeals to residents interested in staying active or gardening. A library, arts and crafts center, and billiards lounge give residents choices according to their interests. An on-site beauty salon, barber shop, and concierge services round out the community’s focus on convenience and personal attention. The surrounding area is car-dependent, meaning most errands will require a car instead of being within walking distance. Families visiting will then want to plan the driving time to get to the community.
An assisted living community operating for five years in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, The Crossings at North River Scalf is situated in a residential neighborhood where a lot of errands need a car. The home is a small community with 32 beds. It’s set up to serve residents needing help with everyday activities such as personal care, meals, and medication management while being as independent as possible.
A small and home-like setting of this size can work well for families who cherish a quieter, more personalized environment over a larger campus with extensive amenities. The intimate scale usually makes it easier for staff to know residents and their individual routines.
For families thinking of choosing The Crossings at North River Scalf, visiting in person is the best way to get a clear feel of the home, the residents’ daily life, the room options, and the particular services and activities available. This small and homely setting can be suitable for families who value a more serene and personalized environment.
The Crossings at Eastchase Memory Care is a 32-bed assisted living community on Eastchase Lane in Montgomery, Alabama. The community is staffed 24/7 by licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, ensuring that residents get support with daily living activities all the time.
The surrounding neighborhood is somewhat walkable with a Walk Score of 55, meaning some nearby errands are manageable on foot, while most trips demand a quick drive. The location provides convenient access to the Montgomery area and its amenities. As an assisted living community, the home is designed for older adults who, while maintaining as much independence as possible, need help with daily care tasks like bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals.
An on-site tour by families considering a move for a loved one will give a clear idea of the community’s daily feel, room options, and care routines.
Carillon Oaks Daphne is a 48-bed assisted living community on Highway 181 in Daphne, Alabama. It supports older adults needing help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and medication management while promoting independence that each resident can maintain. A licensed team of nurses and certified nursing assistants is on staff 24 hours a day, and the community runs a dedicated dementia memory care program for residents with cognitive decline.
The community offers transportation services for residents and families, given that the setting is car-dependent with limited nearby walkable options. Day-to-day living is anchored by amenities including a salon, chapel, bistro, and private dining room, along with housekeeping and laundry services. For those needing therapy or extra support, the facility provides rehabilitation and home care services.
Visiting in person, for families evaluating the community, will give a clear sense of the daily environment, room options, activity offerings, plus how the memory care program serves residents at different stages of cognitive change.
Operating for 25 years, The Brennity at Daphne is a 64-bed assisted living community on County Road 13 in Daphne, Alabama. Nestled in a quiet rural setting, the home provides care and support to older adults who need help with daily activities while being as independent as possible. Licensed nurses and nursing assistants are on staff 24/7, and respite care exists for families needing temporary placement as they manage a medical situation or recuperate from an acute illness.
The car-dependent setting is away from commercial corridors, which charms residents and families who prefer a peaceful, countryside feel over a busier area. The on-site pond and landscaped grounds provide a natural backdrop for outdoor time, and residents have regular access to a library, salon, and other everyday services. Dining is among the home’s focal points. Residents eat three restaurant-quality meals daily, served in shared dining spaces where community is part of the experience. The culinary program reflects attention to appetite, presentation, and the social rhythm of mealtimes. Beyond dining, the home’s activity offerings include the Resident Life and Photo Gallery programs, which support engagement and connection. Day-to-day support spans housekeeping, laundry, and personal care, allowing residents to focus on the parts of daily life they value most.
With a stable presence in the community and a quarter-century in operation, The Brennity at Daphne is a familiar choice for families who seek long-term assisted living in the area.
The Pearl of the Shoals Assisted Living is a 40-bed community at Wilson Dam Road in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, near the Tennessee River in a quieter, car-dependent area of the region. As an assisted living provider, the home supports older adults in need of help with daily activities such as bathing, medication management, and meals while encouraging independence at a pace each resident finds comfortable.
Operating with 24-hour staffing, the community has licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, which means support exists all the time. Such a level of constant staffing is a hallmark of more attentive care settings and can be especially reassuring for families who value knowing urgent help is on hand. Dining is structured around restaurant-style meals made to feel not institutional but home-like. The team aims to create an atmosphere where meals are a social and pleasant part of the day, not just a practical necessity. Beyond dining, residents have access to a salon and barber services for personal grooming, transportation for appointments or outings, and daily housekeeping support. These services address the practical side of daily life, reducing the mental load of taking charge of household tasks.
For families thinking of Muscle Shoals options, touring in person will provide a clear idea of the community’s size, the room options, the dining environment, and how the staff interacts with residents each day.
Built to bolster older adults needing help with daily activities while maintaining as much independence as they want, Kauhale Port City is a residential assisted living home in Mobile, Alabama. Home to 83 residents, the facility sits in an accessible neighborhood that has a 49 walkability score, meaning some errands can be done on foot, though most trips will benefit from transportation.
The home welcomes pets, which can be valuable for residents who want their companions close. Every day, residents find support through on-site dining and dietitian services, plus outings and activities. Built into the community’s strategy for personalized living are the ASAP program and an array of services and amenities.
For families contemplating an assisted living community where their loved one can obtain hands-on support with meals, medications, and personal care as they have fun in their own apartment and routine, touring in person is the best way to know if Kauhale Port City’s setting and lifestyle fit.
Hartford Health Care is an 86-bed nursing home accepting Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay in Hartford, Alabama. Owned by Sharon Owen, it sits in a moderately walkable neighborhood where some errands can be accomplished on foot. With a 91 percent occupancy rate, averaging a stay of 93 days, the home serves a combination of short-term rehabilitation and ongoing care for residents.
Built around rehabilitation services and short-term rehab, the facility is a practical choice for people recovering from hospitalization, surgery, or acute illness. Daily nursing support averages 3 hours and 42 minutes per resident, spread among registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses, providing consistent attentive care all day.
A generally stable safety record has been shown in the state inspections. Prior inspections found no health deficiencies, and the facility has been responsive to identified areas for improvement in zones like dining options, medication protocols, and documentation practices.
For families considering this home, touring in person will help you understand the rehabilitation services offered and examine if Hartford Health Care’s focus matches your loved one’s care needs.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Alabama
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Alabama?
Assisted living in Alabama supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Alabama?
Assisted living in Alabama is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Alabama Medicaid cover assisted living?
Alabama Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Alabama) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 188 assisted living facilities in Alabama. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Alabama?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Alabama, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Alabama?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.


















