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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bessemer, AL

Last Updated: 11/18/24

If you’re looking for independent living in the Bessemer area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Bessemer. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 10 independent living facilities in Bessemer, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Birmingham, Hoover or Shady Brook.

Bessemer Independent Living Facilities | 65 Reviews

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Average starting price of Independent Living in Bessemer, AL is $3,828/month. Learn more
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Average starting price $3,828/month
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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Bessemer, AL
Kirkwood by the River in Birmingham, AL
5.0

My parents moved into Kirkwood by the River 9 years ago and I've NEVER had a complaint about anything. This is the best run and kindest retirement place anyone could ever find. The entire staff are kind, thoughtful, patient and courteous. A wonderful place in a great setting with Christian beliefs and attitude!!

Fair Haven Retirement Community in Birmingham, AL
4.0

There have been some issues with the billing but I'm having a meeting with them this week to get that resolved. Based on our experience I would recommend them.

Monark Grove Greystone in Birmingham, AL
5.0

My brother recently moved to Monark. It has been a great experience. Nice room,people and wonderful food. Highly recommend It is a lovely homely place. Great care Family friendly I feel it is fairly priced for the good care

Oaks on Parkwood

2651 Laurel Oaks Dr, Bessemer, AL 35022

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12 reviews

The assisted living - high level of pleasurable experience, but the skilled nursing was not very high. The cleanliness with assisted living we were very satisfied with, but for skilled nursing it was more...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Pleasant Villa Retirement Home

3380 Pleasant Villa Drive, Pleasant Grove, AL 35127

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16 reviews

Pleasant Villa Retirement home was excellent! They were very caring, super clean, excellent condition, and ran very professionally and reasonably priced. We have nothing but good things to say about these...

Provides: Independent Living

A family-owned facility with 32 apartments, Pleasant Villa offers you a great value in Independent Living. All rents include 3 meals daily, all utilities including cable TV, weekly housekeeping services, activities twice a day, transportation coordination, weekly shopping services, use of our...

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Galleria Woods, a CCRC

3850 Galleria Woods Dr, Birmingham, AL 35244

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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13 reviews

From the first time that I visited Galleria Woods, I knew that it was the place for me! I love my Garden Home and the privacy that it gives me overlooking the Cahaba River. I enjoy my walks up to the "Big...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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It’s not downsizing your home; it’s upsizing your possibilities. Located on 20 wooded acres in Birmingham’s prestigious Riverchase area, our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) gives you a maintenance-free lifestyle with the retirement you deserve. Our community has a full continuum...

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Woodlands at Tannehill

8071 Kimbrell Cut Off Rd, Mc Calla, AL 35111

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We love this community for the staff are outstanding and caring. The community is clean and the meals are very good in every way possible. We are happy that she is active with this other resident with the...

Provides: Assisted Living

The Woodlands offer the basic services plus three additional levels of care. The Woodlands provides a way of life that allows the resident to age in place. If your loved one needs short term assistance or long term assistance, we provide it. Our well-trained staff provides services with love,...

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Woodlands at Tannehill

8071 Kimbrell Cut Off Rd, Mc Calla, AL 35111

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We love this community for the staff are outstanding and caring. The community is clean and the meals are very good in every way possible. We are happy that she is active with this other resident with the...

Provides: Assisted Living

The Woodlands offer the basic services plus three additional levels of care. The Woodlands provides a way of life that allows the resident to age in place. If your loved one needs short term assistance or long term assistance, we provide it. Our well-trained staff provides services with love,...

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Regency Retirement Village - Birmingham

285 West Oxmoor Road, Birmingham, AL 35209

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14 reviews

I wanted to write a review for the Regency Retirement Village and share our experience. We planned an out-of-state move with my mother-in-law of 90 years. This was a very tough move for us to make but we...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

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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Maplewood Lane

223 Tucker Rd, Helena, AL 35080

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I am impressed with the staff as they are attentive and helpful. They offer some activities and the community is clean. I would recommend this community.

Provides: Assisted Living

Maplewood Lane Traditional Assisted Living If you or someone in your family is having difficulty living independently, yet doesn't need 24-hour care and medical supervision, then assisted living will provide the ideal solution. If you or a loved one requires assistance with bathing, dressing,...

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Patrician Assisted Living

5068 Juanita Cir, Birmingham, AL 35228

Provides: Assisted Living

Tannehill Specialty Care

5736 Coleman Lake Rd, Mc Calla, AL 35111

Provides: Assisted Living

Jennifer's Boarding Home

316 45th St, Fairfield, AL 35064

Provides: Senior Apartments

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Cost of independent living in Bessemer, AL

The average cost of senior living in Bessemer is 3,828 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake View, AL with an average of 3,307 per month.

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What is independent living?

Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Home maintenance and repairs
  • Social activities and outings
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Gardens of Clanton, Danberry at Inverness and Gardens of Pelham are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bessemer, Alabama. See full list of communities.

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