John Knox Manor – Retirement Community
Assisted Living, Home Care, Independent Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care, Palliative Care & Skilled Nursing · Montgomery, AL

John Knox Manor – Retirement Community

Assisted Living, Home Care, Independent Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care, Palliative Care & Skilled Nursing · Montgomery, AL
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John Knox Manor – Retirement Community accepts Medicaid and Medicare.

Overview of John Knox Manor – Retirement Community

John Knox Manor is the retirement community of the John Knox senior living group; the retirement home creates an atmosphere where seniors maintain an active lifestyle or learn to. The staff is committed to creating a comfortable atmosphere for the residents to build a mutual level of trust and respect among each other. The resident-centered community promotes independence in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. For over 50 years, John Knox Manor has maintained a professional and compassionate level of service over the decades. 
John Knox Manor has provided a community where staff and residents have maintained a well-trusted friendship over the decades. There’s a list of activities in store for the members of the community; to name some of these include an outdoor seating area, an arts and crafts room, a beauty salon, and a barbershop; as well as having complimentary transportation, scheduled outings and events, and weekly housekeeping and linen services. 

Bed community size
98-bed community Rank #91 / 241Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 91st out of 241 homes 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 cover every community we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. 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.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 34 / 100 Rank #221 / 382Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 221st out of 382 homes 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 cover every community we track in Alabama that reports data for that category. 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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License Details

Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusRegular
CountyMontgomery
Business TypeCorporation

Ownership & Operating Entity

John Knox Manor – Retirement Community is administered by Terri K. Howell.

Type Of Units

SNF (Skilled Nursing)
98 units
Total beds
98 units

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsCatered Living, Rehab Services

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Address 4.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Montgomery's city center to John Knox Manor – Retirement Community'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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative 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.
Diversicare of Montgomery
AL
HOS
MC
NH
Montgomery (Forest Park)
138
Facility 138
AL AVG 90
Rank #42 / 241
No
52
Facility 52
AL AVG 39
Rank #101 / 382
SNF (Skilled Nursing) (138)A+Quintella Crawford Jackson
John Knox Manor – Retirement Community
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Montgomery (Seth Johnson Estates)
98
Facility 98
AL AVG 90
Rank #91 / 241
No
34
Facility 34
AL AVG 39
Rank #221 / 382
SNF (Skilled Nursing) (98)-Terri K. Howell

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Alabama

John Knox Manor – Retirement Community is located in Montgomery, 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 John Knox Manor – Retirement Community

What neighborhood is John Knox Manor – Retirement Community in?

John Knox Manor – Retirement Community is in the Seth Johnson Estates neighborhood of Montgomery.

Is John Knox Manor – Retirement Community in a walkable area?

John Knox Manor – Retirement Community has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at John Knox Manor – Retirement Community?

No, John Knox Manor – Retirement Community has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of John Knox Manor – Retirement Community?

Terri K. Howell is the administrator of John Knox Manor – Retirement Community.

How many beds does John Knox Manor – Retirement Community have?

John Knox Manor – Retirement Community has 98 beds.

Are there photos of John Knox Manor – Retirement Community?

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What is the address of John Knox Manor – Retirement Community?

John Knox Manor – Retirement Community is located at 4401 Narrow Lane Rd, Montgomery, AL 36116.

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