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10 Best Nursing Homes in Bright Star, AL
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Bright Star nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Bright Star, AL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Bright Star or another care type is right for you. Browse 14 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Bright Star.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Saratoga, Mill Village and Southtown.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Joy, Sky Ball and Walter.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Bright Star, AL
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9.9
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34 reviews
Staff is always very friendly kind and loving. They are available to help with any needs she might-have. They have the cleanest facility. The meals are exceptional. She really enjoyed the different types of...
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.
If you think senior living at Bridgewood Gardens is like a nursing home … think again! We ensure residents are living an active and enriching lifestyle through our dedicated assisted living and award-winning memory care services. Come see how we can elevate your lifestyle with engaging and...
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My mother is a late stages Alzheimer's resident for 5+ years at this facility. Our family and my mother’s many friends believe the exceptional quality of care she has received at TLC has been instrumental in...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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My father was in respite care for a few weeks and the staff definitely made him feel like he was at home. The owner would call everyday and inform me of everything that was going on with my father. It was...
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
People use nursing home services for any number of reasons -- because today's nursing homes can provide solutions to almost every eldercare problem. No matter what your healthcare needs are, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. We...
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Cost of nursing homes in Bright Star, AL
The average cost of senior living in Bright Star is $3,917 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oneonta, AL with an average of $3,380 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Bright Star, AL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Bright Star, AL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Bright Star vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Bright Star, AL by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Bright Star over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Bright Star
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Bright Star
Bridgewood Gardens in Albertville, AL
4.9
The way they take care of their residents is second to none. They treat them like family. 24/7 care I leave the place and have not worried in the world. Great food also. I am so glad I chose this place.
Regency Pointe in Rainbow City, AL
4.6
That they were easy to work with and communication was excellent. If something needs to be addressed and a question arises it is quickly responded to..the staff is super friendly and very helpful.
Bright Star nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bright Star nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bright Star, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Bright Star nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Bright Star that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.5%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
62.5%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
62.5%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
12.5%
9.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
62.5%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
12.5%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
12.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Bright Star nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Bright Star Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bright Star, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bright Star nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bright Star partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bright Star, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
1.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Bright Star nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bright Star communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bright Star, ALNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Bright Star nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Bright Star offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bright Star, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
12.5%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
0.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
12.5%
0.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bridgewood Gardens, Westminster Assisted Living and Memory Care and Regency Pointe are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Bright Star, Alabama. See full list of communities.
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