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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Merrellton, AL

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40 reviews
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When we realized that our dad needed more than we could give him, we looked for a place that had a welcoming atmosphere. A place that would make our dad feel wanted and cared for. McClellan Senior Living has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
While you may have known Fort McClellan as a premier military installation in the Southeast, the fort's Army days are in the past. Today a portion of the former military base has a whole new mission.Welcome to the new McClellan, and welcome to Anniston, Alabama. A growing retirement destination...
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9.8
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39 reviews
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Recent Management position personnel change has brought great changes to Silver Lakes Assisted Living! Some of the changes Residents enjoy the most are: 1. Updated food menu, taste great, more...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Silver Lakes Senior Living offers Independent Living, traditional Assisted Living as well as a person-centered Memory Care program. This newly renovated community offers a vibrant, homelike environment where assistance is right around the corner any time of the day or night. Whether it’s...
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My mom live at Legacy and she is very satisfied. She loves being around all the ladies there. The caregivers are extremely nice and very thorough with the people there. My mom likes the meals. The facility...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Legacy Village of Jacksonville is an assisted living community located in Jacksonville, Alabama, in Calhoun County, and home to just over 12,600 people. Jacksonville is a busy city close to Oxford, with lots of stores, shopping, restaurants and area attractions. Residents will enjoy spending time...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Merrellton, AL

The average cost of senior living in Merrellton is $3,715 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ridgeville, AL with an average of $3,006 per month.

Independent living costs in Merrellton, AL, vs. nearby cities

Merrellton, AL
$3,715/mo
$3,715/mo

Independent living costs in Merrellton, AL, vs. state and national averages

Merrellton, AL
$3,715/mo
$3,433/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Independent living costs in Merrellton, AL, vs. other senior living options

$3,922/mo
Independent Living
$3,715/mo

Independent living costs in Merrellton, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,043/mo
Studio
$3,524/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,033/mo

Senior living costs in Merrellton vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Merrellton, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMerrellton, ALAlabamaU.S.
Independent Living$3,715/mo$3,433/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$3,732/mo$3,817/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$3,922/mo$3,863/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Merrellton, AL:$3,715/mo
Alabama:$3,433/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Merrellton, AL:$3,732/mo
Alabama:$3,817/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Merrellton, AL:$3,922/mo
Alabama:$3,863/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Merrellton

Recent reviews for independent living in Merrellton

Autumn Cove Assisted Living in Anniston, AL

5.0
The staff has been wonderful. My loved one gets out and mingles. I am happy so far,. It is a good place for your loved ones, and so far we have not had any issues. My loved one is getting more attention, and it is more affordable. Overall, I don't have any negative comments/feedback.

Legacy Village of Jacksonville

5.0
It is very, very clean. Everything is impressive. My mother is very picky and she said they are willing to do anything for you and she's really impressed.

Cherry Creek Village in Attalla, AL

5.0
They are the most wonderful people that truly care about their residents. We picked it because of the affordability for my dad.

Merrellton independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merrellton independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Merrellton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrellton, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
28.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Merrellton independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Merrellton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merrellton, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
36.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrellton independent 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 independent living communities in Merrellton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merrellton, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
40%
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McClellan Senior Living, Silver Lakes Senior Living and Cherry Creek Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Merrellton, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 8 independent living facilities near Merrellton, Alabama. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Merrellton, Alabama are McClellan Senior Living and Silver Lakes Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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