Arise Knox Square

Arise Knox Square

Overview of Arise Knox Square

Serenely surrounded by lush green spaces in Birmingham, AL, Arise Knox Square is a blissful 55+ community that offers independent living. The community features beautifully furnished and spacious studio to two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents do not have to worry about chores and maintenance with the community’s on-site management.

Residents spend their days as they please with a variety of fun activities and engaging events. With various dining venues, residents enjoy plenty of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is equipped with a spa, a fitness center, a yoga studio, a theater, a saltwater pool, a Bocce court, a conference room, a business center, and a community garden, creating the ideal setting for an active and vibrant lifestyle.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #83 / 133Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 83rd out of 133 independent living communities we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55

Amenities & Lifestyle

Café
Fitness Center
Yoga
Movie Theater
Spa
Lounge
Bar
Swimming Pool
Pet Friendly
Bocce Ball
Outdoor Firepits & Grills

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 670 / 794 / 1,251 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story / 3-story

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Address 5830 Elsie Rd, Birmingham, AL 35244

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Info below is compiled from the AL Dept. of Public Health (ADPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
The Neighborhood at Vestavia Hills
IL
AL
MC
RC
Birmingham (Homewood)
77
Facility 77
AL AVG 64
Rank #16 / 65
Yes
31
Facility 31
AL AVG 34
Rank #70 / 133
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed B- Barbara Chatman
Brookdale University Park
IL
AL
Birmingham (South Denver)
60
Facility 60
AL AVG 64
Rank #23 / 65
Yes
84
Facility 84
AL AVG 34
Rank #1 / 133
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed A+ Brandon Bornstein
Danberry at Inverness
IL
AL
MC
Birmingham
56
Facility 56
AL AVG 64
Rank #29 / 65
Yes
51
Facility 51
AL AVG 34
Rank #22 / 133
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed - William Lytton
Galleria Woods
IL
AL
CCRC
NH
RC
SNF
Birmingham
24
Facility 24
AL AVG 64
Rank #64 / 65
Yes
28
Facility 28
AL AVG 34
Rank #75 / 133
1 Bed / 2 Bed A+ Lynda Sullivan
Arise Knox Square
IL
Birmingham - Yes
25
Facility 25
AL AVG 34
Rank #83 / 133
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed - -

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other AL independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Alabama

Arise Knox Square is located in Birmingham, 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.
AL

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 Arise Knox Square

Is Arise Knox Square in a walkable area?

Arise Knox Square has a walk score of 25. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at Arise Knox Square?

Yes, Arise Knox Square allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Arise Knox Square?

Yes — there are 25 photos of Arise Knox Square in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Arise Knox Square provide?

Arise Knox Square offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Arise Knox Square?

Arise Knox Square is located at 5830 Elsie Rd, Birmingham, AL 35244.

What is the phone number of Arise Knox Square?

(205) 564-9064 will put you in contact with the team at Arise Knox Square.

Does Arise Knox Square provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Arise Knox Square is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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