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10 Best Nursing Homes in Ward, AL
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Ward 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 Ward, 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 Ward or another care type is right for you. Browse 11 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Ward.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Lavaca, Lavaca and Choctaw City.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Lavaca, Lavaca and Choctaw City.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Ward, AL
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We have had connections with Meridian Living for a little over a year now, my sister n law is a resident there. We have been kept in formed of every matter & they have been so very helpful & we are so...
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.
Get the independence you desire with the assistance you need! Meridian Living focuses on a comfortable atmosphere and is surrounded with loving, caring, and compassionate caregivers. We offer many serves and amenities. Enjoy 3 delicious meals per day in a casual, relaxing dining room, then visit...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Preserve at Meridian is a community that provides exceptional person-centered care to residents from all walks of life. Whether your loved one is looking for independent living, specialized memory care, or simply needs help with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) in an assisted living setting,...
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This facility is a great facility. It has a homey feel to it and the staff truly cares. They took great care of my dad and he misses many members of the staff. They are all very professional and see to...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
The fact that you're reading this means you're probably thinking about a nursing home, for either yourself or someone you love. Do you know what your options are? In today's healthcare environment, you have far more choices than ever. We offer skilled nursing services ... and routine help with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of nursing homes in Ward, AL
The average cost of senior living in Ward is $3,871 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gilbertown, AL with an average of $2,600 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Ward, AL vs. the state and national average
Ward, AL
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Ward vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Ward, AL by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Ward
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Ward
Meridian Living
5.0
My Aunt [name removed] is living there. There's lots of activities and things for them to do. All the staff is exceptional. Anything you need they help you out. I truly appreciate everything being done for her and us as a family. God bless you all ????
Ward nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ward nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ward, 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 Ward 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 Ward that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ward, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
20%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
60%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
60%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
30%
9.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
60%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
20%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Ward 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 Ward Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ward, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
10%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
10%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
10%
5.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ward 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 Ward partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ward, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ward 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 Ward communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ward, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ward 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 Ward offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ward, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
0.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
6.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
10%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
10%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
10%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Meridian Living, The Preserve at Meridian and Meridian Convalescent Home are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Ward, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 11 nursing homes facilities near Ward, Alabama. See the full list.
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