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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Elkwood, AL

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From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Elkwood for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 75 assisted living facilities in the Elkwood area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Brookwood Forest, East Hampton and Hannah.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in Elkwood, AL

The average cost of senior living in Elkwood is $3,898 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hytop, AL with an average of $3,330 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Elkwood, AL vs. nearby cities

Elkwood, AL
$3,898/mo
$4,050/mo
$3,950/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Elkwood, AL vs. the state and national average

Elkwood, AL
$3,898/mo
$3,817/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Elkwood vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,898/mo
$3,920/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Elkwood, AL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,983/mo
Studio
$4,253/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,424/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,108/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,800/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Elkwood, AL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Elkwood.

What families are saying about assisted living in Elkwood

Recent reviews for assisted living in Elkwood

Monark Grove Madison

5.0
My loved one is having a great experience here at Madison Crossings. It is much better than her previous facility and we have been happy.

Rosewood Manor in Scottsboro, AL

5.0
They have an activity room with puzzles and things like that but then they also had entertainment come in as well it seemed like every day. For the price it is a very nice facility. Everyone knows each other and watches out for each other. Any residents who wanted to help with cooking or ...
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Country Cottage - Lawrenceburg

4.8
I love Country Cottage! It is a home away from home. It’s clean, beautiful and friendly. The individual apartments are so nice to give your loved one privacy and space, yet they can eat together with friends. I can visit my husband anytime I want. He gets round the clock care. The meals are ...
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Elkwood review score based on 288 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 288 reviews of 67 Elkwood assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Elkwood review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Elkwood review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Elkwood, AL67 facilities
8.5
Ardmore, AL73 facilities
8.5
Elkmont, AL72 facilities

Review subcategories for Elkwood assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 288 reviews of 67 Elkwood assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Elkwood resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Elkwood, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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*Learn more about cost details

Elkwood assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elkwood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elkwood, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Elkwood assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Elkwood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elkwood, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
39%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.5%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.2%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.9%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.8%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.3%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
32.5%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Elkwood assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Elkwood Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elkwood, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.6%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19.5%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.6%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elkwood assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Elkwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elkwood, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.8%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.5%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
29.9%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
19.5%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.6%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Elkwood assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Elkwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elkwood, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.7%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
20.8%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.8%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elkwood assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Elkwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elkwood, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
35.1%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.1%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.8%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.2%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.7%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.8%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
37.7%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.9%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.1%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elkwood

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Alabama assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Elkwood protect seniors.

Learn about Alabama Assisted Living regulations

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Limestone Lodge, Residences at Wellpoint and Gardens of Hazel Green are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Elkwood, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 75 assisted living facilities near Elkwood, Alabama. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Elkwood, Alabama are Limestone Lodge, Residences at Wellpoint and Gardens of Hazel Green. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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