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Outdoor swimming pool area with lounge chairs Exterior view of Zen Garden Apartments with signage Front entrance of a leasing office with stone facade Modern lounge area with seating and green wall Cozy and well-decorated bedroom in a senior living facility Outdoor seating area with loungers and shaded pergola Pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas

Zen Garden

1709 Slaughter Rd, Madison, AL 35758 View map
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Overview of Zen Garden

Zen Garden Apartments in Madison, AL, is a welcoming independent living community that offers 60 one- and two-bedroom apartments for older adults. With its warm and home-like environment, older adults are guaranteed the utmost comfort and convenience. Maintenance services, laundry spaces, and leisure activities are also offered, so residents have a worry-free lifestyle. The community strives to help residents live their later years happily with its thoughtfully designed living spaces and many amenities.

Social gatherings and wellness opportunities ensure residents can maintain holistic wellness and connect with friends. Walking trails, a Zen Garden, and a pool can also be used for recreation. Here, residents can easily access various entertainment options and their needs, since local amenities, dining options, and shops also surround the area. As one of the best choices for senior living in Alabama, this independent living community continuously provides exceptional services.

Facility Direct Line (256) 488-3882
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 #65 / 133Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 65th 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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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Exercise Programs

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Swimming Pool

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Address 3.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Madison's city center to Zen Garden's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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. 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.
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 Madison Village
IL
AL
RC
Madison
60
Facility 60
AL AVG 64
Rank #23 / 65
No
34
Facility 34
AL AVG 34
Rank #62 / 133
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Angie Tate
Monark Grove Madison
IL
MC
Madison
34
Facility 34
AL AVG 64
Rank #52 / 65
No
30
Facility 30
AL AVG 34
Rank #73 / 133
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedC+Julie Campbell
Zen Garden
IL
Madison-Yes
33
Facility 33
AL AVG 34
Rank #65 / 133
1 Bed / 2 Bed--
Sanctuary at Green Mountain
IL
Owens Cross Roads-Yes-Cottage--

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 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Alabama

Zen Garden is located in Madison, 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).
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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

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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 Zen Garden

Is Zen Garden in a walkable area?

Zen Garden has a walk score of 33. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at Zen Garden?

Yes, Zen Garden allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Zen Garden?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Zen Garden in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Zen Garden provide?

Zen Garden offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Zen Garden?

Zen Garden is located at 1709 Slaughter Rd, Madison, AL 35758.

What is the phone number of Zen Garden?

(256) 488-3882 will put you in contact with the team at Zen Garden.

Does Zen Garden provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Zen Garden 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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