Garden of Hope

Overview of Garden of Hope

Garden of Hope is a thoughtfully designed independent living community in Birmingham, AL, that offers apartments for those 62+. The community also promotes a home-like environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay. Safety features, like grab bars and an alarm system, as well as laundry spaces, are also available to ensure residents’ comfort and convenience. With its commitment to residents’ welfare, the community ensures they are treated like family.

Residents can spend their days as they please, accompanied by the community’s lively setting. Communal spaces are also wheelchair-accessible, making it easier for residents to move around. Bus stops, grocery stores, and banks also surround the area, ensuring accessibility and convenience. This independent living community is a good choice for senior living in Alabama, as it has well-thought-out amenities dedicated to older adults’ well-being.

(205) 925-6515

Walk Score: 39 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What does this home offer?

Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

Building Type: 3-story

Dining Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Types of Care at Garden of Hope

Independent Living

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).

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.)

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What neighborhood is Garden of Hope in?

Garden of Hope is in the Jones Valley neighborhood.

Is Garden of Hope in a walkable area?

Garden of Hope has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Who is the administrator of Garden of Hope?

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What is the address of Garden of Hope?

Garden of Hope is located at 2017 Jefferson Ave SW, Birmingham, AL 35211.

What is the phone number of Garden of Hope?

(205) 925-6515 will put you in contact with the team at Garden of Hope.

Is Garden of Hope Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Garden of Hope is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.