Guide to Alabama Assisted Living Facilities

Important Facts About Alabama Assisted Living Facilities

In the state of Alabama the agency that oversees Alabama assisted living homes is the Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards, which can be contacted at (334) 206-5575. The licensure term used in Alabama is "assisted living facilities", and they have rules that state that private residence units should be a minimum of 80 square feet. Double occupancy resident units are required to be a minimum of 130 square feet in Alabama assisted living homes. Another fact to note is that Alabama assisted living facilities cannot have more than two residents per resident unit. This ensures that your loved one gets the attention they need as well as privacy whenever necessary.

Average Costs of Alabama Assisted Living Facilities

The monthly cost for a resident in an Alabama assisted living home ranges from $1,500 to $3,675, with the average being $2,409. While this is an overall state average, most people search for senior care in the more populous regions of Alabama like Birmingham or Montgomery. Below are the costs of assisted living care in these popular cities:

• Residents who want to live in an Alabama assisted living facility in Birmingham will pay anywhere from $1,850 to $3,500, with the average being $2,675.
• Residents who want to live in an Alabama assisted living home in Montgomery can expect to pay anywhere from $2,200 to $3,248, with the average being $2,649.

Finding Assisted Living Homes in Alabama

If you want to find an Alabama assisted living facility for your loved one, simply use the search form at the top of this page. Once you input your zip code and the type of senior care you are searching for, you will be directed to our partner site which houses a directory of all the state licensed assisted living facilities in Alabama that currently have openings. If you would prefer to speak with someone directly, rather than view a list of homes, you can call the toll-free number at the top of this page. Our expert elder care advisors are available to answer your questions and help guide you through the process of finding an Alabama assisted living home, free of charge.