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| The Crossings at North River | IL AL 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 | IL AL 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 |
| Merrill Gardens at Madison | IL AL 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 |
| Brookdale Northport | IL AL 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 |
| Regency Retirement Village – Tuscaloosa | IL AL 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 | IL NH AL | 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 | IL AL 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 |
| Kirkwood By the River | IL AL 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 | IL AL 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 | IL AL 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 |
| Regency Pointe | IL AL MC | Rainbow City (Morgans Crossroads) | 46
Facility
46
AL AVG
90
Rank
#195 / 245 | Yes |
6
Facility
6
AL AVG
36
Rank
#361 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Harley Simmons |
| Regency Retirement Village of Birmingham | IL AL MC | 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 |
| Keestone of Florence | IL AL | Florence (West Florence) | 43
Facility
43
AL AVG
90
Rank
#202 / 245 | Yes |
80
Facility
80
AL AVG
36
Rank
#4 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed | A+ | Jodi Gilreath |
| The Terrace at Priceville | IL AL MC RC | Decatur | 38
Facility
38
AL AVG
90
Rank
#210 / 245 | Yes |
15
Facility
15
AL AVG
36
Rank
#321 / 418 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Katina Eades |
| North River Village | IL AL MC NC | Tuscaloosa (Crown Pointe) | 80
Facility
80
AL AVG
90
Rank
#126 / 245 | No |
11
Facility
11
AL AVG
36
Rank
#335 / 418 | Private / Companion Suites | - | Judith A. Jones |
Formerly known as The Bluffs at Greystone, Monark Grove Greystone is an exquisite senior living community that boasts resort-style living in a modern apartment complex for residential assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Birmingham. The retirement home encourages its seniors to maintain independence while receiving exceptional care from compassionate staff. Monark Grove Greystone creates a welcoming and comfortable environment that inspires residents to thrive.
The senior apartment provides a list of comprehensive amenities and services that help make the lives of its residents hassle-free, including 24-hour licensed supervision, medication services, housekeeping, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, and a full-service salon available.
Nestled in the peaceful neighborhood of Tuscaloosa, AL, North River Village is an idyllic senior living community that provides outstanding independent living, assisted living, and healthcare services. Here, individuality and independence are given the utmost priority for its residents throughout their stay. A highly skilled and passionate team ensures 24/7 services catering to the unique needs of its residents.
Moreover, the community offers trusted healthcare services such as staffing & ancillary services, incontinence care, diabetic care, non-ambulatory care. Enjoy its fine dining experience with delicious and nutritious meals that satisfy cravings. Participate in diverse on-site and off-site activities coordinated by a professional team that boosts engagement and wellness. With North River Village, seniors are assured of a glorious retirement.
Residences at Wellpoint is an assisted living community with memory care services located in Huntsville, Alabama. Here, seniors find themselves immersed in a vibrant and meaningful senior living experience, whether they choose independent living or benefit from a more supported lifestyle such as Assisted Living or Memory Care.
Days are thoughtfully planned, allowing each individual to create their own fulfilling schedule. Residents enjoy a variety of opportunities, from engaging with friends, family, and staff to exploring new activities like yoga classes or art courses, visiting local sites, or simply relishing their luxury apartments and the abundance of amenities.
Enjoy the best of your golden years at Summer Village Camellia Place, an astounding community in Auburn, AL, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. With residents’ comfort and safety in mind, the community features beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations. Residents also enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle, with the community helping with housekeeping and maintenance.
Here, residents will not feel lonely with a carefully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs. With delightful restaurants and convenient local amenities nearby, residents have access to a variety of dining options that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Residents have the finest retirement experience with the community’s dedicated services and top-notch amenities.
Ideally situated in the charming neighborhood of Greenbrier Dear Road, Anniston, AL, Autumn Cove is committed to providing the finest retirement experience with assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Lead a fulfilling life with a reliable and specially trained team attending to your special needs and aspirations. The community ensures seniors are well-cared for with care plans tailored to their preferences.
Interact with friends and have a joyous lifestyle through fun events and enriching programs. Promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment, the community provides opportunities for seniors to create unforgettable moments in their best years. Autumn Cove goes above and beyond to create a haven for seniors to experience a wondrous retirement.
Brookdale Jones Farm is an idyllic senior living community located on Carl T Jones Drive SE. Huntsville, AL, offering assisted living and independent living. The community features a variety of floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Residents enjoy a maintenance-free and relaxing lifestyle with round-the-clock care and assistance from a dedicated and skilled team.
The community fosters a dazzling and friendly environment, providing opportunities for its residents to learn something new and hone their current hobbies. Activities are meticulously curated to ensure they mirror seniors’ abilities and interests. Restaurant-style dining with delectable, nutritious meals is prepared to cater to seniors’ dietary needs and preferences. Brookdale Jones Farm is a pet-friendly community that includes a wide array of fabulous amenities including a fitness center, a greenhouse, a therapy room, a game room, meeting rooms, an arts and crafts studio, billiards, landscaped grounds, a fireside living room, and tranquil walking paths.
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.
Bringing together everything you’d need and want for a carefree future is a feat that The Crossings at Eastchase takes pride in. Offering top-quality resort-style living and recreational amenities, this independent living home consolidates fully decked-out apartments, weekly housekeeping, meals prepared by an actual chef, fitness center and therapy gym, library with dedicated reading areas, a theater, game room, on-call professional personnel, a 24-hour emergency response system, tranquil garden paths, and scheduled transportation around the Montgomery area, to name a few!
The Crossings’ independent living system leaves virtually nothing out, allowing you or your loved one to focus on having the best retirement possible. Rest and relax, or pursue personal growth; with the comprehensive care package you get here, there’s no need to choose just one.
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.
The Neighborhood at Grove Park is a one of a kind senior living community located in the vibrant city of Dothan, Alabama, where seniors can enjoy independent living, assisted living, and compassionate memory care. The community features elegant living spaces that exude warmth, making it a welcoming place to call home. The Neighborhood at Grove Park’s convenient location offers residents access to a variety of local dining, shopping, and cultural attractions, creating opportunities for connection and enjoyment.
Fostering a sense of community and belonging for its residents, The Neighborhood at Grove Park conducts numerous social and recreational events. The community also features Five Star’s award-winning Bridge to Rediscovery program, tailored for Alzheimer’s and dementia care, ensuring personalized attention and engaging activities. Amenities include a fitness center, library, beauty salon, private dining room, and even a park, all designed to enhance the living experience.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent 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 Independent Living in Alabama
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 138 independent living communities in Alabama. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community 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 independent living communities 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.













