The 3 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Atmore, AL for 2024

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There are 3 Assisted Living Facilities in the Atmore area, with 2 in Atmore and 1 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in Atmore is $2,850 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,895.

To help you with your search, browse the 10 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Atmore. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Atmore 4.75 out of 5 stars.

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Located right on the Florida state line, Atmore, Alabama, was originally a stop on the Mobile and Great Northern Railroad. While the nearby interstates may be the most popular form of travel today, Atmore still offers residents — almost 17% of which are seniors — plenty of reasons to call this city home. 

To accommodate the senior populace, Atmore has two assisted living facilities, with another in nearby Walnut Hill, Florida. Throughout Alabama, assisted living facilities are regulated by the Department of Public Health's Bureau of Health Provider Standards.

• One of the biggest draws for seniors in Atmore is the weather. The area gets a full 227 sunny days a year, more than three extra weeks compared to the U.S. average of 205, and even a dusting of a snow is a once-in-a-lifetime freak occurence. The area is hot and humid, with summer highs often reaching into the 90s, which may be problematic for seniors with cardiovascular or pulmonary issues.
• Seniors in Atmore can take advantage of the state's policy to exempt Social Security income from taxes, but they will pay one of the highest sales taxes in the nation, which can be a concern for fixed incomes.
• The cost of living in Alabama already averages around 11% lower than the rest of the country, but the overall cost of living in Atmore comes in 3% lower than the state average. Healthcare and housing are 6% and 47% lower, respectively, than the U.S. averages, but the hot climate does lead to 14% higher utility costs. Overall, seniors may find that Atmore gives them a little extra room in their budgets when it comes to paying for assisted living care.
• Atmore residents who struggle with breathing issues may find some relief in this area, which enjoys better-than-average air quality and pollution index scores. The air quality is almost a third better than the U.S. average, and the pollution index is 70% better than in the average U.S. city.
• Violent and property crime rates in Atmore are significantly higher than both the U.S. and Alabama state averages, which may be a concern for seniors and their families. Violent crime is 290% higher than the rest of the country, and property crime is 183% higher.
• The Atmore area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Atmore Community Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

Note: Data reported on this page was updated in 2019 and based on the latest 2018 figures. 

Assisted Living costs in Atmore start around $2,600 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Atmore and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

• Veterans Benefits
• Life Insurance Policy
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Alabama page.