We found 27 assisted living facilities near Helena, AL. Read reviews, check ratings and pricing, get contact information, and learn about senior living options, amenities, and events offered by browsing the Helena assisted living providers listed below.
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Galleria WoodsBirmingham, AL 35244"Galleria Woods provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living ..." more -
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Ashton Gables in RiverchaseHoover, AL 35244"I learned of Ashton Gables in Riverchase from a list of available assistant living homes. The pla..." more -
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Lakeview EstatesBirmingham, AL 35244"The facility was nice and clean. The people were helpful and they had a variety of activities for..." more -
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Brookdale Place University ParkBirmingham, AL 35209"I visited Brookdale Place several times. It was excellent. The staff members were impressive. The..." more -
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Somerby at St. Vincent's One NineteenHoover, AL 35242"Our mission is to inspire and nurture successful aging each and every day, and we encourage eve..." more -
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CaringScore for Helena, AL
CaringScore was designed to help millions of Americans find the best places to retire, age in place, or receive eldercare. The CaringScore for assisted living facilities in Helena was based on more than 50 factors in three key categories: health, cost, and livability. By compiling and analyzing this data, Caring.com is able to rate the quality of life you or a loved one might expect should you choose assisted living facilities in Helena.
CaringScore can range from 1 (worst) to 10 (best), and provides a quick way to compare cities, counties, and even specific zip codes. With a CaringScore of 6.8, Helena rates above average for those seeking assisted living facilities.
The charts below highlight a few of the factors we used to calculate the CaringScore for Helena. Choose a category score to learn more.
HealthScore for Helena, AL
HealthScore, a component of the overall CaringScore for assisted living facilities in Helena, rates a region on a scale of 1 (less healthful) to 10 (more healthful). It's specifically tailored to anyone looking for assisted living facilities. The HealthScore for Helena is based on the availability of healthcare resources, air and water quality, the overall health of the local population, and other key factors. With a HealthScore of 5.7, Helena rates above average for those seeking assisted living facilities.
Easy access to physicians -- especially geriatricians and other key specialists -- is important to older adults seeking assisted living facilities. At 210.1 physicians per capita, Helena closely matches the national average. Helena trails the national average in geriatricians per capita by 100.0 percent, with 0, and closely matches the national average in specialists per capita, with 17.9. These medical specialists include cardiologists, oncologists, and orthopedists. The average life expectancy from birth in Helena is 77.8 years -- on par with the rest of the country. The average life expectancy from birth in Helena is 77.8 years -- on par with the rest of the country. and water quality -- another key measure of Helena's environmental health -- is 45.5 percent above average.
| Doctors Per Capita | Helena, AL | Nat'l Avg |
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| Physicians | 210.1 | 220.5 |
| Geriatricians | 0 | 1.3 |
| Cardiologists | 9.2 | 7.7 |
| Oncologists | 1.5 | 3.5 |
| Orthopedists | 7.2 | 7 |
CostScore for Helena, AL
CostScore, part of the overall CaringScore for assisted living facilities in Helena, rates the cost of living for older adults on a scale of 1 (more expensive) to 10 (less expensive). It's specifically tailored to people looking for assisted living facilities. The CostScore for Helena is based on data such as the average monthly cost of assisted living facilities in the region, cost of living indices such as housing and healthcare, regional tax rates, and other key factors. With a CostScore of 8.1, the costs associated with assisted living facilities in Helena are generally less expensive than the national average.
The average monthly cost for assisted living facilities in Helena is $2,661 , which is 18.4 percent less expensive than the rest of the country. Overall, the cost of living for Helena is roughly equal to the national average. Average healthcare costs are 18.0 percent cheaper than the national average, and the cost of housing index is 96 of 10, which mirrors the rest of the country.
| Cost of Living | Helena, AL |
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| Aggregate Index | 96 |
| Healthcare Index | 82 |
| Housing Index | 96 |
| Food Index | 92 |
| Utilities Index | 102 |
| Transportation Index | 87 |
LivabilityScore for Helena, AL
LivabilityScore makes up part of the overall CaringScore for assisted living facilities in Helena. On a scale of 1 (less livable) to 10 (more livable), it's a rating of the quality of life in a region, specifically tailored to those looking for assisted living facilities. The LivabilityScore for Helena is based on weather, crime rates, economic factors, average age of the population, and other key demographics. With a LivabilityScore of 6.6, Helena rates above average for assisted living facilities.
Weather is an important factor in choosing the best place for assisted living facilities. The sun shines an average of 207 days each year in Helena, which is about average in the U.S. With an average temperature of 31°F in January, winters tend to be milder in Helena than in other parts of the country, and summers are often hotter than other places, averaging 93°F in July.
Local crime rates are another important indicator. The violent crime rate in Helena is 50.0 percent lower than the national average, and the property crime rate is 75.0 percent lower than average. At $78,106 per year, the population of Helena earns a better than average median household income. Helena has an unemployment rate of 6.70 percent, roughly 26.4 percent lower than the national average. And about 6.66 percent of the population in Helena is of retirement age -- 65 or older -- which trails the national average by 49.4 percent.
| Amenities Per Capita | Helena | "Nat'l Avg" |
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| Parks | 6.9 | 136.1 |
| Libraries | 6.8 | 18.8 |
| Places of Worship | 113.1 | 220.5 |
| Public Transit | 62.9 | 110.4 |
| Grocery Stores | 71.7 | 97.7 |
| Pharmacies | 19.6 | 13.8 |
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