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The Phoenix at Opelika
Part of the Phoenix SL group of senior living communities, The Phoenix at Opelika is a senior living community in Opelika, Alabama, offering independent living, memory care, and respite care. Karen Ingram serves as the administrator. The community is located in the Pepperell neighborhood. It’s about 0.75 miles from East Alabama Medical Center, within easy reach of Auburn Mall, and approximately 2.3 miles from downtown Opelika.
The 40-bed community offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences ranging from about 392 to nearly 1,500 square feet. This variety of floor plans gives residents flexibility to choose a home that fits their lifestyle, whether they prefer a smaller apartment or a more spacious layout. The Phoenix at Opelika also welcomes pets, so residents can keep a companion animal after moving into the community.
The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 40, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot. However, most errands and outings require a car or other transportation. Residents who enjoy taking short walks may appreciate the nearby amenities, while others may prefer relying on transportation for everyday needs.
Families considering both independent living and memory care should ask how residents transition between those levels of support if their care needs change over time.
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About this community
The Phoenix at Opelika is administered by Karen Ingram.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 392 / 719 / 742 - 1,479 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Phoenix at Opelika
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2.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Opelika's city center to The Phoenix at Opelika's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.75 miles to nearest hospital (East Alabama Medical Center)
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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.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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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.
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| Diversicare of Oneonta | IL HOS MC NH SNF | Oneonta | 120
Facility
120
AL AVG
64
Rank
#59 / 135 | No |
65
Facility
65
AL AVG
34
Rank
#16 / 126 | - | A+ | Michael Enlow |
| Regency Retirement Village of Huntsville | IL AL MC NH SNF | Huntsville (Greenhill) | 104
Facility
104
AL AVG
64
Rank
#7 / 65 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
AL AVG
34
Rank
#40 / 133 | Special Care (104) | - | Vicki Nesmith |
| The Brennity at Daphne | IL AL MC | Daphne | 92 | No | 3 | Studio / 1 Bed | A+ | Scott Kolzow |
| Kirkwood By the River | IL AL CCRC MC NH SNF | Birmingham (Overton) | 46
Facility
46
AL AVG
64
Rank
#42 / 65 | No | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Jeff Burchfield |
| The Phoenix at Opelika | IL MC RC | Opelika (Pepperell) | 40
Facility
40
AL AVG
64
Rank
#48 / 65 | Yes |
40
Facility
40
AL AVG
34
Rank
#47 / 133 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Karen Ingram |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Phoenix at Opelika
What neighborhood is The Phoenix at Opelika in?
The Phoenix at Opelika is in the Pepperell neighborhood of Opelika.
Is The Phoenix at Opelika in a walkable area?
The Phoenix at Opelika has a walk score of 40. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Are pets allowed at The Phoenix at Opelika?
Yes, The Phoenix at Opelika allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of The Phoenix at Opelika?
Karen Ingram is the administrator of The Phoenix at Opelika.
How many beds does The Phoenix at Opelika have?
The Phoenix at Opelika has 40 beds.
Are there photos of The Phoenix at Opelika?
Yes — there are 6 photos of The Phoenix at Opelika in the photo gallery on this page.
What levels of care does The Phoenix at Opelika provide?
The Phoenix at Opelika offers Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care.




















