The Phoenix at Opelika
Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Opelika, AL

The Phoenix at Opelika

Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Opelika, AL

Overview of 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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 40 Rank #48 / 65Bed count — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 48th out of 65 independent living communities we track in Alabama for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Alabama facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #47 / 133Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 47th 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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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility (Specialty Care)
StatusRegular
CountyLee
Business TypeLimited Liability Company

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Phoenix at Opelika is administered by Karen Ingram.

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 392 / 719 / 742 - 1,479 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Type of Rooms Available

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Phoenix at Opelika

Studio
2 bedroom
1 Bedroom

Places of interest near The Phoenix at Opelika

Address 2.3 miles from city center Info 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.
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.
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
Daphne92No 3 Studio / 1 BedA+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 BedA+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

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.

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