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Compare Assisted Living around Jefferson County
The information below is reported by the Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards.
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| Kirkwood By the River |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Birmingham (Overton) | 46
Facility
46
AL AVG
90
Rank
#195 / 245 | No |
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0
AL AVG
36
Rank
#395 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Jeff Burchfield |
| Regency Retirement Village of Birmingham |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Birmingham (Sand Ridge) | 48
Facility
48
AL AVG
90
Rank
#189 / 245 | No |
19
Facility
19
AL AVG
36
Rank
#305 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Chip Cook |
| Legacy Ridge Trussville |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Trussville (Meadowview Estates) | 55
Facility
55
AL AVG
90
Rank
#176 / 245 | No |
3
Facility
3
AL AVG
36
Rank
#376 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | Caleb Brink |
| Galleria Woods |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Birmingham | 24
Facility
24
AL AVG
90
Rank
#234 / 245 | No |
28
Facility
28
AL AVG
36
Rank
#255 / 418 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Lynda Sullivan |
| Volante Senior Living of Peachtree |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Trussville | 32
Facility
32
AL AVG
90
Rank
#220 / 245 | Yes |
32
Facility
32
AL AVG
36
Rank
#232 / 418 | - | - | Kelley Self |
Overview of Kirkwood by the River
Resting on 120 acres of serene lands on Ratliff Road, Birmingham, AL, Kirkwood by the River is a charming senior living community that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Experience unparalleled comfort and convenience with cozy and elegant residences in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. With a compassionate and highly skilled team providing top-tier care and assistance around the clock, seniors let go of their worries and make the most of their best years.
Have a balance of independence and utmost support in your retirement with Kirkwood by the River. Mingle with friends and learn new things through enjoyable activities and engaging programs. Moreover, delicious and healthy meals are available to meet residents’ dietary needs and tastes. Kirkwood by the River strives to enhance seniors’ quality of life with care plans that best match seniors’ needs and preferences.
Overview of Regency Retirement Village of Birmingham
Spend your golden years with the charming senior living community of Regency Retirement Village of Birmingham in West Oxmoor Road, Birmingham, AL, which offers assisted living and memory care. With cozy and sophisticated one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences, seniors experience unmatched comfort and security. Ease your worries and receive the finest care and assistance from a dedicated and highly qualified team available around the clock.
Enjoy every moment of your best years with engaging activities and exciting events for an active and well-engaged lifestyle. Have the finest dining experience and eat healthy with well-prepared menus that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Regency Retirement Village of Birmingham is great for seniors looking to live their best years without worries in its meticulously designed spaces and lovely community.
Overview of Legacy Ridge Trussville
Treat yourself to a luxurious retirement with the respected senior living community of Legacy Ridge Trussville situated in the calm neighborhood of Gadsen Highway, Trussville, AL, providing assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Featuring snug and sophisticated studio and one-bedroom residences, the community ensures seniors experience unrivaled comfort and convenience. Moreover, Legacy Ridge Trussville strives to provide top-notch care and assistance with a compassionate and highly skilled team.
Recognized as Reader’s Choice Award Best of the Best by The Tribune in 2022, Legacy Ridge Trussville proves its unwavering commitment to enhancing seniors’ quality of life. Learn new things and rediscover old hobbies through fun activities and enjoyable programs. Catering to seniors’ dietary needs and tastes, the community serves healthy and well-balanced meals for a delightful dining experience. Legacy Ridge Trussville is great for seniors who want to maximize their independence surrounded by a lively and welcoming environment.
Overview of Volante Senior Living of Peachtree
Located in the quiet neighborhood of Eagle Drive, Trussville, AL is the extraordinary senior living community of Volante of Peachtree focusing on assisted living. The community strives to help seniors with their daily activities. A reliable and highly trained team strives to provide the highest quality of care and support for seniors to thrive and live to their potential.
There is always something fun to do with engaging activities and enjoyable programs for seniors to stay connected with their surroundings. Whether it is a relaxing alone time you are looking for or a wonderful moment with friends, Volante of Peachtrees strives to provide a place for you. Revel in nutritious and delightful meals for the finest dining experience. Volante of Peachtree is filled with incredible amenities and warmth, ensuring seniors live in comfort and style.
Overview of Galleria Woods
Located at 3850 Galleria Woods Drive in Birmingham’s Jefferson County, Galleria Woods operates as a privately owned 24-bed skilled nursing and assisted living community under the management of Lynda Sullivan. The facility blends independent, assisted, and skilled nursing care across a small, intimate setting that fosters close staff-resident interactions.
The facility completed three standard surveys since 2018, accumulating 10 citations; all at the moderate severity level and with zero critical or serious deficiencies.
The most recent inspection in December 2021 identified issues in infection control, nutrition, and care planning, all of which have been corrected.
No federal penalties or fines were assessed in the past three years.
Nursing care runs 5 hours 9 minutes per resident per day, a 17% lift above Alabama norms, with weekend coverage climbing to 22% above state average. The facility maintains 88 staff members overall, including 14 nurses, 13 licensed practical nurses, and 34 certified nursing assistants, creating a staff-to-resident ratio of 3.14:1, approximately double the state average.
Pressure ulcers, falls with injury, and high-risk clinical events all fall substantially below state prevalence, and vaccine uptake for pneumococcal and influenza protection sits at 100%. Yet the facility reports notably elevated incontinence among low-risk residents at 27%, compared to 13.6% statewide, and antipsychotic use at 27.5% exceeds the state average by one-third. Depressive symptoms appear in 5.2% of residents, over four times the state prevalence.
Occupancy at 89% runs above the state average, and the facility’s financial trajectory is decidedly upward; net income reached $1.6 million in 2023, with a profit margin of 39.6%.
The community serves both short-term Medicare rehabilitation patients and private-pay long-term residents, with an average length of stay of 141 days supporting mixed utilization patterns.
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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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 Jefferson County, AL
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 5 assisted living facilities in Jefferson County, AL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Jefferson County, AL?
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 Jefferson County, AL, 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 Jefferson County, AL?
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.
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