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Best Assisted Living in Alabama

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 190 assisted living communities in Alabama using Alabama Department of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in AL
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Jun 2026
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190 homes
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Avg Monthly Cost: $4,851The average monthly cost across facilities in Alabama. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 36/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Alabama. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 90The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Alabama. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 BedB-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 BedA+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 BedA+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 RoomsA+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 BedA+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 BedA+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 BedA+Hope Boykin
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Overview of Always Best Care Senior Services – Birmingham

Always Best Care Senior Services located at Birmingham, Alabama is a reliable and experienced facility catering to seniors who would like to age in a home where trusted professionals exceed your expectations. They boast of being the only homecare in Alabama to be accredited by the Accreditation Commission of Healthcare (ACHC) for companion and aide services. They have worked with a proven track record of success ensuring premium quality care.
With a dedicated team of caring professionals, they provide services that can be tailored to your specific needs. These include 24-hour care, meal preparation, bathing, grooming, dressing, and medication reminders to name a few. Beyond this, they also offer Senior Living Referral Services, Veterans Program Assistance, and Specialized Services such as Cancer Care and Recovery and Palliative Care. They are unparalleled in giving the best care possible. Each Caregiver at Always Best creates a meaningful impact on their clients lives, making a difference in their day to day lives.

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Overview of Oasis Healthcare – Birmingham

Oasis Healthcare, located in the heart of Birmingham, Alabama, is dedicated to providing comfort care for patients with terminal illnesses. Their extensive services include nursing care, pain and symptoms management, and medication. By employing an integrated team approach, hospice provides a whole team for the entire person and family. Hospice care may be available at a patient’s home. Aside from helping provide the best quality of life, they also offer support for the patient’s loved ones.
Oasis is committed to providing quality hospice care and treating its patients like family by addressing their needs. With a nurse readily available to answer the phone, help is always offered, even after hours or on weekends. Additionally, their support for families includes consultations and education to create the safest and most nurturing home environment possible. It has become a trusted and unwavering presence, providing support when needed.

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Overview of Gentiva Hospice – Birmingham

Gentiva Hospice – Birmingham extends a compassionate helping hand to individuals and their families during the challenging end-of-life stage. Recognizing the required physical, emotional, and spiritual support, they provide dedicated clinicians available 24/7, ensuring there’s always someone to provide care and comfort. These professionals deeply understand the difficulties associated with life-limiting illnesses, and they are here to create a more meaningful and worthwhile experience for their patients, acknowledging the preciousness of the limited time available.
Their team also takes great pride in honoring veterans by offering specialized care tailored to their unique needs, a testament to their commitment to comprehensive and compassionate care. Moreover, the facility is staffed with genuinely kind individuals who provide authentic and heartfelt support. They offer flexible payment options, including private pay with cash or check, 24-hour assistance, case management, and bereavement support. Furthermore, their dedication to personalized care extends to wound care, ensuring comprehensive support for their patients and their families throughout this challenging journey.

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Overview of Southerncare New Beacon – Birmingham

SouthernCare New Beacon, a hospice provider in Birmingham, is dedicated to ensuring that every moment holds meaning for its residents. Their approach goes beyond the physical aspect, encompassing emotional and spiritual support, and providing residents with the necessary compassion. The facility excels in pain management, focusing on more than just medication, and fosters a warm atmosphere that offers emotional reassurance, dispelling any sense of loneliness among seniors.
Their team also boasts a team of highly experienced professionals who offer professional grief counseling for families and provide spiritual care tailored to life-limiting illnesses. Services even extend to encompass respite care, and their dedicated care team includes nurses, chaplains, social workers, volunteers, hospice aides, and hospice physicians, creating a dependable and supportive environment for seniors. Moreover, SouthernCare New Beacon proudly serves veterans, exemplifying their commitment to comprehensive and compassionate care.

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Overview of Bbrie Care

Located in Florence, Alabama, BBrie Care Services LLC is dedicated to providing exceptional in-home sitting services. Families in the community find comfort in the professional hands of BBrie Care Services, knowing their loved ones receive personalized attention and top-notch care. With services ranging from personal care and hygiene procedures to medication reminders, light housekeeping, and mobility assistance, they ensure every aspect of daily life is managed with precision and compassion.

This team goes above and beyond by offering comprehensive support, including meal preparation, running errands, and more. Their competent staff, trained in CPR and first aid, ensures a safe environment. Beyond the practical aspects, they focus on companionship, engaging residents in enjoyable activities such as reading, arts and crafts, games, and more. Additionally, they collaborate seamlessly with home health, hospice, and family to schedule medical appointments and coordinate other essential activities, making the caregiving experience truly holistic and supportive.

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Overview of Southerncare in Mobile

Southerncare in Mobile is the ideal destination for individuals seeking compassionate end-of-life care. Their approach is deeply grounded in principles of dignity, grace, and respect. With unwavering commitment, they attend to the physical, emotional, and social well-being of those under their care, always delivering services with clinical excellence at the forefront.
This facility not only serves individuals in need of end-of-life care but also extends its services to people with disabilities, veterans, military families, and valued customers. Southerncare in Mobile embodies a profound dedication to providing exceptional care during life’s final stages, ensuring that every individual receives the support and respect they deserve.

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Overview of Covenant Care Center for Hospice Care at Providence Hospital

Covenant Care Center for Hospice Care at Providence Hospital, a nonprofit care service provider, is dedicated to guiding individuals through every step of their journey. Beyond hospice care, they extend their services to encompass memory care, companion and personal care, along with home healthcare. With a focus on exceptional skilled nursing and therapy services, they create a safe, comfortable, and independent environment.
Located in Mobile, Alabama, this facility comprehends the challenges of life’s final stages and consistently exceeds expectations. Their caregivers possess in-depth knowledge of hospice care, ensuring a meaningful and compassionate experience for all those they serve. Covenant Care Center for Hospice Care at Providence Hospital is committed to providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families during this important time in their lives.

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Overview of Gentiva Hospice – Mobile

Gentiva Hospice, dedicated to serving the people of Mobile, Alabama, is a team providing comprehensive support encompassing physical, emotional, and spiritual care during challenging times. Their expertise in hospice care ensures that individuals navigating the end-of-life stage receive credible and empathetic care.
In addition to their hospice services, Gentiva Hospice offers valuable provisions such as PCP oversight, grief support groups, and the availability of pain pumps. They extend their care to include palliative care and accommodate various payment options, including Medicaid, Medicare, Veterans Administration, long-term care, private insurance, and private pay. Families seeking sensitive and professional care for their loved ones can trust Gentiva Hospice to provide the support they need during this difficult journey.

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Let Us Assist Home Care

3077 Leeman Ferry Rd Sw Suite A2, Huntsville, AL 35801
Overview of Let Us Assist Home Care

Let Us Assist Home Care, situated in Madison County, Alabama, serving areas including Huntsville, extends a compassionate hand to the elderly, including those with disabilities. Their team of dedicated professional caregivers is equipped to deliver exceptional services, enriching the lives of the seniors they serve. Established in 2021, this home care provider offers a wide spectrum of assistance to enhance the well-being of elderly individuals.

Their services encompass companionship, light housekeeping, running errands, meal preparation, mobility support, fall prevention measures, laundry assistance, and much more. In addition, they provide respite care and offer flexible options, including hourly rates, live-in services, and overnight and short-shift assistance. Let Us Assist Home Care is dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of seniors.

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Overview of Huntsville Hospital Homecare

Huntsville Hospital Homecare exemplifies the ability to deliver exceptional care within the comforting confines of one’s home. Serving the North Alabama community, this facility is dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare. Their approach centers on the individual, emphasizing both quality and community in their care philosophy.

They specialize in a range of healthcare services, including heart disease management, chronic disease management, behavioral health support, nursing infusion therapy, skilled nursing medication management, and nutritional consultation. Huntsville Hospital Homecare also accepts Medicare and Medicaid, often covering the cost of home health services for eligible patients. Their unwavering commitment revolves around enhancing the lives of the individuals they serve, striving for continuous improvement in their caregiving services.

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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 190 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.