Decatur, AL - Assisted Living

See our Decatur assisted living or specialized care listings below:

• Assisted Living
• Independent Living
• Senior Apts/Homes

Decatur, which is based in a principally urban area of Morgan County, has eight facilities which gives seniors a collection of long term care options to choose from. Transportation service options may be limited, making it burdensome to move about the city without a car or friend. Based on information taken from recent studies there are a number of highly rated nursing home options, as well as hospitals in the nearby area.

Senior Living Services

It is important to ask for the right combination of amenities so that you or your loved one can feel secure. Decatur facilities provide amenities such as:

• All meals provided
• Hospice care
• Companion pets

It is also possible to find facilities that are there to meet patient needs. Access to on-call specialists like Psychologists, Nurses, and Dentists can also be arranged at many long term care facilities.

When reaching out to the facilities listed on this page it can be advantageous - though not imperative - to have the resident's history available. Consider preparing a brief medical history summary. Be sure to include any relevant insurance, doctor and hospital names and phone numbers as the new facility representative may have specific questions. This type of info can aid in planning any specialized care the individual might need, which helps with cost estimates.

Assisted Living Cost Comparison in Decatur

The cost for care is different based on needed services, but in the city of Decatur basic elder care facilities are in the range of $3,000 per month. In contrast, the average price of assisted living in the state of Alabama is $3,440 per month. Additionally, there sometimes are a variety of state and/or federal programs to help cover the cost of care for retired individuals. The list below gives you an idea for costs in other cities nearby Decatur:

Assisted Living Average Costs for Neighboring Cities

Source: Aggregated from the Genworth 2013, 2015 Cost of Care Survey, state licensing units, and from facility surveys. While we make every effort to ensure accuracy, please confirm details with facilities directly.