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Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center

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570 Southland Dr, Hoover, AL 35226

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He was well taken care of during his respite stay. We liked it for its location and size. And the people, they seem to truly care. The spaces could use some updating but that's not a big issue for me, it's clean!

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Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center

Among the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Brian Glen provides exceptional memory care services to residents in Hoover, Alabama. As the largest suburb of Birmingham, residents enjoy urban amenities alongside small-town hospitality. From visiting a 30-acre garden at Aldridge Botanical Gardens to joining friends for a shopping spree at Riverchase Galleria, enjoying sporting events at the Hoover Metropolitan Complex, or visiting Veterans Park, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in this central Alabama town.

As a community dedicated to residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, our easy-to-navigate floor plan and home-like common spaces make it easy for socializing. Through daily connections with staff and neighbors, residents can create new memories, maximize their independence, and engage their minds, bodies, and spirits in moments of meaning. Even better, families can rest assured knowing that our staff is available for around-the-clock care and assistance.

Community Amenities and Services

At Briar Glen, we understand the challenges that come with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. As one of the leading providers in memory care services, we support, enrich, and engage residents and their loved ones with education and transition resources. For those seeking temporary care options, we also provide short-term respite care services.

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Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center

570 Southland Dr, Hoover, AL 35226

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235 Inverness Center Dr, Birmingham, AL 35242

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2171 Parkway Lake Dr, Hoover, AL 35244

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Pet friendly

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Pet friendly

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Care types offered

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Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

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Amenities
at Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center

Healthcare Services

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Medication Management
  • Incontinence Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Meals & Dining

  • No Sugar
  • Room Service
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Gluten-free
  • Guest Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Meals Provided
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Vegetarian

Room Amenities

  • Air Conditioned
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered

Community Amenities

Transportation & parking

  • Resident Parking Available
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit

Common areas

  • Private Bath
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Outside Patio
  • Main Street Shops
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Library
  • TV Lounge
  • Beauty Salon
  • Barber Shop
  • Meeting Room

Recreational areas

  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Piano or Organ

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Beautician

Languages spoken

  • English

Activities

  • Gardening Club
  • Art Classes
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Birthday Parties
  • Holiday Parties
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Activities On-site
  • Happy Hour
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Stretching Classes
  • Cooking Classes
  • Activities Off-site
  • Karaoke
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Trivia Games
  • Other Religious Services

Reviews

for Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center

8.9Review score55 reviews
8.9
Review score
55 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
33%
3 star
9%
2 star
9%
1 star
9%
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A Place for Mom has scored Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center with 8.9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center has 55 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 3.8 out of 5.
Overall Rating
3.8
Cleanliness
3.9
Friendliness
4.0
Care Services
3.7
Staff
4.2
Meals & Dining
4.2
Activities
3.8
Value for Cost
3.7
A Place for Mom has scored Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center with 8.9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center has 55 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 3.8 out of 5.
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Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
March 14, 2024
5.0
Verified Review
Would recommend
He was well taken care of during his respite stay. We liked it for its location and size. And the people, they seem to truly care. The spaces could use some updating but that's not a big issue for me, it's clean!
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
March 15, 2024
Hello! We value your opinion and experience with us here at Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center. Thank you again for leaving a positive review, and we hope you share your positive experience with others!
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
February 21, 2024
4.0
Verified Review
Our Experience
The facility is in major need of a facelift. Dirty doors, outdated interiors, garden area is awful and unkept as well. Walkways need pressure washing, the place just feels dirty and old. Not that patients are terribly concerned and I'm not saying you need to install marble and oriental rugs, but I do believe families looking at placement expect more. When I brought my Mother there in January 2024, I was told there would be a major renovation and that never happened. I know the food is not appetizing as well. The staff and care is the best thing going at Briar Glen, they need to feel appreciated.
Cleanliness
3
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
2
Meals & Dining
4
Activities
4
Value for Cost
4
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
February 22, 2024
Hello! Thank you for leaving a review with us. Here at Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center, the care we give our residents is at the forefront of our minds. If you would like to contact us to speak further, please email Contact@SinceriSL.com.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
January 11, 2024
3.0
Verified Review
Briar Glen review
Staff was friendly. Assured me that she would be well taken care of, assisted to activities, there would be Bible study and services on Sunday. When I picked her up, her clothes were still in her suitcase like we left her with. When I picked up her meds from the nurses station, there were no meds missing from her bottle. I know this because I counted them before I sent them to the nursing staff. Mom said the only activities was sitting them all in the tv room. I will not be taking her back there!
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
4
Care Services
1
Staff
4
Meals & Dining
3
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
January 15, 2024
Hello, Here at Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center, we value all opinions, whether negative or positive and would love to reach out to you personally to hear more about your concerns. Please get in touch with the community directly or reach out to our corporate team at Contact@SinceriSL.com so that we can understand and alleviate your concerns.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
November 3, 2023
5.0
Verified Review
Would recommend
The staff are wonderful. Most are long term employees that really care about the residents. I would give it a 5 but the units are 20+ years old and need refurbishing. BG painted the room per my request. The staff are always kind, engaging and happy. I am always informed any time my family member has a physical issue. They even report if they have a headache or aches and pains. Pleased with quality of food and variety. They offer activities from 9-5 and really engage the residents. Comparable to other homes in the area
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
4
Activities
5
Value for Cost
4
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
November 6, 2023
Hello! We value your opinion and experience with us here at Brair Glen. Thank you again for leaving a positive review, and we hope you share your positive experience with others!
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
October 25, 2023
5.0
Verified Review
My mom Is happy & so are we
The people that work there are all very helpful to me and nice & respectful to my mom. Also, the outside area is large, well maintained with different areas to be in (a gazebo, a covered porch with chairs, benches, different types of plants).
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
5
Care Services
4
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Activities
4
Value for Cost
4
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
October 26, 2023
Hello! We want to thank you for leaving a positive review with us. Here at Briar Glen, we strive to give our residents, family members, and staff excellent care. We hope to continue having positive experiences with you in the future.
Donna - Family/friend
Memory Care
April 21, 2023
4.0
Verified Review
So far so good
Certainly housekeeping/maintenance could use improvement , doors, door facings need cleaning or painting. The interiors are in need of serious updating. Pressure washing of outdoor areas needed on patios and walkways. The staff is very conscientious and communication with the famliy is good. The food is mediocre, I would not be interested in dining there. Too many pickled beets! And some of the food combinations seem odd. I would recommend this facility to others on the basis of care and cost, and have done so.
Cleanliness
3
Friendliness
5
Care Services
4
Staff
4
Meals & Dining
3
Activities
4
Value for Cost
4
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
April 28, 2023
Hello! We want to thank you for leaving a positive review with us. Here at Briar Glen, we strive to give our residents, family members, and staff excellent care. We hope to continue having positive experiences with you in the future.
Debra - Family/friend
Memory Care
March 1, 2023
5.0
Verified Review
Awesome Facility
They are wonderful. We picked this community, because they are geared towards dementia and alzheimer's patients. They were caring, and calm towards the residents. My loved one was pleased with the breakfast. They have tons of activites, such as; chair yoga exercises, chair volleyball, church hyms, and musicical guests. They have a daily schedule posted with activities, and the food options.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
4
Activities
5
Value for Cost
5
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
March 8, 2023
Hello! We want to thank you for leaving a positive review with us. Here at Briar Glen, we strive to give our residents, family members, and staff excellent care. We hope to continue having positive experiences with you in the future.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
January 26, 2023
5.0
Verified Review
Review for Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
It was good all of the way around. No complaints. Maybe add more interactive activities.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Activities
3
Value for Cost
4
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
January 26, 2023
We are pleased to hear that your experience with us was good! Here at Briar Glen, we value our customers' experiences and love hearing their feedback. Thank you again for your words of praise, and we hope to continue having positive experiences with you in the future!
Lisa - Toured community
Memory Care
January 12, 2023
5.0
Verified Review
tour review
Our family had an in person tour and we thought the tour experience was fantastic but because of the level our loved one was at, Briar Glen was just not the place at the moment but it very well could be in the future.
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
January 20, 2023
We are pleased to hear that your experience with us was a good one, Lisa! Here at Briar Glen we value all of our customer’s experiences and love hearing their feedback. Thank you again for your words of praise, and we hope to continue having positive experiences with you in the future!
Ray - Family/friend
Memory Care
December 7, 2022
4.0
Verified Review
Review for Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
The Business office was top notch. The staff was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. We picked this community because of reviews, and it was recommended by a hospital.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Care Services
4
Staff
4
Meals & Dining
4
Activities
4
Value for Cost
4
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
December 8, 2022
We are happy to hear that you have had a positive experience with us! Here at Briar Glen, we pride ourselves on giving our residents and their loved ones excellent care. We hope to continue having these positive experiences with you in the future to come!
Becky B - Family/friend
Memory Care
November 1, 2022
5.0
Verified Review
Spacious Environment-Friendly Staff-Affordable Community
They have all been great. The food is good. They go out of way, to make sure the residents is happy with the food options. They have nice rooms. We picked this community because, the layout allows residents to walk around in a spacious environment, and it's more freedom outside, in which they have a great courtyard. Also, it's a closer location to home. Overall, my loved one is happy.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Value for Cost
5
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
November 2, 2022
We are happy to hear that you have had a positive experience with us! Here at Briar Glen, we pride ourselves on giving our residents and their loved ones excellent care. We hope to continue having these positive experiences with you in the future to come!
anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
October 17, 2022
4.0
Verified Review
Satisfied Overall
Overall we've been pretty satisfied with Briar Glen. There's the usual problems I think you come up with anywhere you go - shortage of help, etc. But overall they do a good job with what they have.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Care Services
4
Staff
4
Meals & Dining
4
Value for Cost
4
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
October 19, 2022
We are happy to hear that you have had a positive experience with us! Here at Briar Glen, we pride ourselves on giving our residents and their loved ones excellent care. We hope to continue having these positive experiences with you in the future to come!
anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
September 19, 2022
2.0
Verified Review
Disappointed
It was bright and clean when we moved in but then something drastically changed. The reason we moved our loved one out was because after a month of being there, the housekeeping went way down and the whole facility smelled like urine. If your loved one is a diabetic, they are not really equip to take care of them. They say that they are, but we gave specific orders from my loved ones doctor as to how he was to be cared for and they said they did not do it that way there. The doctor here said unless his blood sugar is so high that he will have a seizure or so low that he would go into a coma, they would not intervene. For someone who just has memory care issues, this may be a good place for you, but if there are any other health issues it is not.
Cleanliness
1
Friendliness
1
Care Services
2
Staff
1
Meals & Dining
4
Activities
3
Value for Cost
2
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
September 22, 2022
We are very sorry to hear that you had a negative experience with us. Here at Briar Glen, we pride ourselves on giving excellent care, and we make it our top priority to make sure each person involved has a positive experience. If you would like to speak about this with us further, we invite you to reach out to us directly so that we hopefully resolve the issue.
Patti B - Family/friend
Memory Care
September 7, 2022
5.0
Verified Review
Briar Glen: a great place for mom
The cost is very expensive, but I think it's a great place for my mom. I didn't want to put her in a nursing home, so this was a great alternative and I feel like it's fine. Family can come and go. You can come by and check her out; I can take her out to eat and I'll pick her up to take her to doctor appointments still. They're very organized and they do a great job with my mom. It got to where I couldn't do it anymore, it was breaking my body down. I'll need back surgery next year, it got to where I couldn't physically or mentally hold out to it anymore. Briar Glen is a great alternative, they're the perfect place.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
5
Activities
5
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
September 12, 2022
We are happy to hear that you have had a positive experience with us! Here at Briar Glen, we pride ourselves on giving our residents and their loved ones excellent care. We hope to continue having these positive experiences with you in the future to come!
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
July 21, 2022
2.0
Verified Review
Our experience
My husband entered Briar Glen on [date removed] we exited the facility on [date removed] after we were told that he was not a good fit for Briar Glen. There was an incident that occurred on the night of the [date removed] in which he became agitated and was taken to the hospital via an ambulance. We were called at 1 AM and informed about it and then on the [date removed] we were told that The administrator had determined from information she learned while on leave that [name removed]could only stay at the facility with 24/7 sitter service. We were told that the administrator would meet us when she returned from our Christmas vacation on [date removed]. We provided round the clock sitter service with me sleeping in the recliner the four nights and our daughters splitting the remainder shifts each day. During the four days we were at the facility, we learned from different staff members that [name removed]was not completely at fault with the incidences that occurred. Unfortunately we didn't spend the first night with him. Our daughter spent the first day with him and he had adjusted well enough that she felt he could spend the night alone. That was a mistake - we should've spent the night with him and several nights after, until we made sure he was adjusted. Another thing we learned is that holiday time, especially Christmas, is a poor time to admit anyone. The administrator was on vacation and the staff was smaller due to people wanting to be off for Christmas. Another thing we learned is to make sure that the person being admitted has ALL of their medication. My husband was admitted from UAB Hospital after being there to have his medication adjusted. He had been placed on a narcotic that that assisted living wasn't able to obtain because they didn't have a written prescription for the gabapentin and the Seroquel. Because of that error he went cold turkey off two narcotics. Therefore, his behavior was more agitated and aggressive than before. It was a very traumatic experience for us and very emotional. We were pleased with his placement and purchased a dorm refrigerator, a twin bed, Bed linens and bath linens, snack foods, etc. We had Spectrum connect the satellite and we went to a lot of trouble and expense, just for four days. I knew the contract was binding whether he was dismissed by the facility or taken home voluntarily by us. I knew that our entry fee of [removed] and our first rent of [removed]was nonrefundable; because I signed the contract. That is a lot of money that could have been used on caregivers in our home. The next month, I received mail from Briar Glen and innocently thought they were refunding some of our money. Instead of any refund, there was a bill for an additional [removed]. I wrote the check for that amount and mailed it in with a letter which stated that I was going to protest this additional charge because I thought it was very unfair and could be considered as price gouging. I did write a letter to JEA Senior Living in Vancouver Washington. The check was not withdrawn from our checking account. My husband was admitted to Briar Glen through the recommendation from UAB that this type of facility would be his least restrictive environment. Unfortunately that didn't work out. I would never recommend Briar Glen for anyone.
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
September 12, 2022
We are very sorry to hear that you had a negative experience with us. Here at Briar Glen, we pride ourselves on giving excellent care, and we make it our top priority to make sure each person involved has a positive experience. If you would like to speak about this with us further, we invite you to reach out to us directly so that we hopefully resolve the issue.
anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
November 23, 2021
5.0
Verified Review
My tour review
This community was fine but both of my loved ones wanted to be in the same community. This community only had memory care and I needed both. If it was just my father he would have been there, but I needed care for my mother also. The tour guide was fantastic.
Response from Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
November 30, 2021
Hello! We want to take the time to thank you for leaving this positive review! Here at Briar Glen, we pride ourselves on giving excellent care to our residents and their loved ones. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and hope to continue having positive experiences with you in the future to come!
Jeannette - Toured community
Memory Care
August 10, 2021
5.0
Verified Review
my tour ofBriar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
We toured this community and the tour was very good. They answered all of our questions and were very informative. They were very accommodating and the staff was very helpful and friendly. We did not feel rushed at all and they took their time with our family. I would recommend touring this community
Frances - Family/friend
Memory Care
November 15, 2019
5.0
Very Pleased
My mother stayed at rittenhouse for a year. I was very pleased. They took very good care of her. The lady in the beauty shop, the house keeping staff, the nurses,the craft/entertainment lady, all were great. I could not take care of her by myself anymore. They helped both of us.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Michele Holmes - Family/friend
Memory Care
July 2, 2019
1.0
My Grandmother's stay brief and painful stay
I spoken with Rittenhouse multiple times. Rittenhouse evaluated my grandmother and told me they were able to provide her the care she needed. When touring the facility, they wanted me to pay the $1800 community fee that day to save her a room. There was never a mention of the $1800 community fee and it was not in any discussions beforehand nor in any brochures I reviewed. Although, other facilities did not charge a community fee, we were running out of time in finding my grandmother a place. We agreed to break the community fee down in payments. My grandmother was there from [date removed] to [date removed]. Within that time, my grandmother was taken to the ER by ambulance three times. Within the three visits, she stayed a total of 7+ days in the hospital. After her 3rd stay at the hospital, Rittenhouse declined to take her back due to my grandmother being put on a pureed diet. Rittenhouse still charged until her belongings were removed from the room. Cost to Rittenhouse for the short stay was $7838.
Cleanliness
3.5
Friendliness
3.5
Value for Cost
0.5
Care Services
0.5
Activities
3.5
anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
November 26, 2018
4.0
Verified Review
Review of Rittenhouse
Rittenhouse has been a great place for my mom. She gets good care. I feel like the workers truly love her. They care for her like she is their own family.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
4
Care Services
4
Activities
4
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Regency Retirement Village - Birmingham

285 West Oxmoor Road, Birmingham, AL 35209
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
5 star
57%
4 star
29%
3 star
7%
2 star
0%
1 star
7%
Studio, 1bd, Semi-Private
Regency Retirement Village is a graciously appointed residential community designed to meet the needs of seniors. The beautiful facility offers affordable independent and assisted living. Our apartments are some of the finest in Birmingham with studios, one and two bedroom suites. We are located...
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Longleaf Liberty Park

451 Liberty Parkway, Vestavia, AL 35242
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
8.7
Review score
6 reviews
8.7
Review score
6 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
33%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Studio, 1bd, 2bd, Semi-Private
THE NEW DESIGN OF CARE, LIFE AND STYLELongleaf Liberty Park is taking a fresh, local approach to senior living, service and care. We've taken every detail into consideration to elevate expectations of what assisted living and memory care should be. Our modern welcoming spaces match our forward...
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Lakeview Estates

2634 Valleydale Rd, Birmingham, AL 35244
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
9.0
Review score
22 reviews
9.0
Review score
22 reviews
5 star
41%
4 star
49%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
1 star
5%
Studio, Semi-Private, 2bd
Lakeview Estates, a Phoenix Senior Living community, offers premier senior living services with superior personalized care and luxury-style accommodations with a comfortable, small-town feel. From the moment you enter Lakeview Estates, it will become clear that our goal is to instill purpose and...
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Elite Senior Living Center

300 Royal Tower Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
9.2
Review score
35 reviews
9.2
Review score
35 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
29%
3 star
9%
2 star
3%
1 star
23%
Studio, 1bd, 2bd
Elite Senior Living Center located in Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama and provides independent living where residents receive the memory care that they need. Our community provides seniors with a great place to call home. Those who are visiting residents of this community will find that...
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The Crossings at Riverchase

2171 Parkway Lake Dr, Hoover, AL 35244
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
9.6
Review score
16 reviews
9.6
Review score
16 reviews
5 star
68%
4 star
19%
3 star
13%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Studio, 1bd, 2bd, Semi-Private
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Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase

1851 Data Dr, Hoover, AL 35244
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
9.2
Review score
45 reviews
9.2
Review score
45 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
24%
3 star
7%
2 star
2%
1 star
4%
Studio, 1bd, Semi-Private
Located in Hoover, Alabama, Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase is a newly renovated senior living community featuring a total of 110 beautifully appointed residences: 86 assisted living and 28 memory care apartments. The innovative assisted living apartments, specialized dementia care suites and...
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Brookdale University Park

400 University Park Drive, Homewood, AL 35209
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
9.6
Review score
59 reviews
9.6
Review score
59 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
25%
3 star
10%
2 star
2%
1 star
8%
Studio, 1bd, 2bd
Come see if our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, is the right fit for you and your family. Here you’ll have independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus. So if you or your spouse need more care later, you’ll have the lifestyle you want and...
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Country Cottage - Hoover

4000 Greenwood Drive, Hoover, AL 35216
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
5 star
34%
4 star
39%
3 star
10%
2 star
10%
1 star
7%
Studio
Real Service At the heart of Country Cottage is CareSteps, an individualized service plan designed to solve the real, day-to-day issues that have threatened to destroy the independence you've worked so hard to achieve. CareSteps assures that you'll receive the right amount of help at the right...
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Morningside of Vestavia Hills

2435 Columbiana Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
9.6
Review score
30 reviews
9.6
Review score
30 reviews
5 star
54%
4 star
33%
3 star
10%
2 star
0%
1 star
3%
Studio, 1bd, 2bd
From the moment you walk through the door, you will experience the difference that is Chateau Vestavia. Family owned and locally operated, we are a part of the beautiful Vestavia Hills community. Our caring professional staff is committed to making this the most worry-free time of your life. We...
Oaks on Parkwood community entrance

Oaks on Parkwood

2651 Laurel Oaks Dr, Bessemer, AL 35022
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
9.2
Review score
10 reviews
9.2
Review score
10 reviews
5 star
80%
4 star
20%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Studio, 1bd, 2bd

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