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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Fairhope, AL for 2024

amenities for residents and visitors alike. The community has a large senior population that makes up 23% of its 24,000 residents, which it accommodates through access to health care and long-term care facilities. One hospital is located in the city proper, promoting seniors’ health throughout retirement, and features such as low violent crime rates and warm weather support an active lifestyle.

Fairhope also has several high-quality assisted living facilities for residents seeking freedom from the hassles of maintaining a home. These facilities feature comfortable private and semi private housing, daily meals and recreational activities, along with time-saving services, such as transportation and housekeeping. Many facilities have on-site amenities, such as hair salons and general stores, for added convenience, and some allow residents to keep pets. In Fairhope, residents pay approximately $3,988 per month for this level of care. While this is hundreds of dollars higher than the Alabama average of $3,503, it’s competitive compared to the national norm of $4,500.

Through this guide, readers can learn more about assisted living costs in Fairhope and identify common ways to pay for services.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Fairhope

The Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards, enforces a set of rules related to housing, staffing and care services that all facilities in Fairhope and the rest of the state must follow. The department has a rigorous licensing process and conducts regular inspections to ensure compliance with these rules.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Fairhope

  • In Fairhope, health care costs are consistent with national norms, although there are only about 173 doctors per 100,000 people compared to the U.S. average of 210. Even so, the city is home to Thomas Hospital, a 189-bed facility that’s served the region for decades. In addition to this, many assisted living facilities have on-call physicians who provide routine care and checkups.
  • As is typical of Alabama, Fairhope has mild winters and warm summers, making the city well-suited to seniors who are sensitive to cold temperatures. Daytime high temperatures range from 61 degrees Fahrenheit in January to 90 degrees Fahrenheit in July, and residents see about 67 inches of rain annually. To help residents safely maintain an active lifestyle during the warm months, assisted living facilities offer indoor activities and amenities.
  • Historically, property crime is somewhat prevalent in Fairhope, but violent crime isn’t a significant concern. The city rates 46.8 for property-related offenses on a 100-point index compared to the national score of 35.4, although crime frequency has been trending downward for over a decade. The violent crime rate is several points below the national norm at 15.7, which may be reassuring for those considering this city for assisted living.
  • Fairhope is one of the more expensive places to live in Alabama, but the cost of living is comparable to the national norm. On a cost of living index set to a U.S. score of 100, Fairhope rates 103.3, nearly 20 points higher than the state average. Housing prices are roughly double here than in the state as a whole, but choosing assisted living may let seniors avoid this expense.
  • In Alabama, withdrawals from retirement savings accounts are fully taxed at the state level at rates ranging from 2% to 5%. However, the state doesn’t impose taxes on Social Security benefits or public or private pensions, which may help some seniors afford assisted living in Fairhope.

Paying for Assisted Living in Fairhope

In Fairhope, assisted living residents pay $3,988 per month for care. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

The Fairhope region is among the costlier places in Alabama for assisted living, with rates coming in at $3,988 per month. While this is 11% lower than the cost of assisted living nationwide, it’s hundreds of dollars higher than the state norm of $3,503. Local care costs are about 13% higher than rates in Mobile, and they exceed the norm in Tuscaloosa by about $840. Similarly, in Dothan, fees are competitive at $2,150, although assisted living rates in Fairhope come in about 7% lower than in Auburn.

Fairhope

$3,988

Alabama

$3,503

United States

$4,500

Mobile

$3,523

Dothan

$2,150

Auburn

$4,298

Tuscaloosa

$3,150

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

In Fairhope, assisted living is one of the more affordable senior care types, with rates coming in at $3,988 per month. This is about 17% lower than the cost of in-home care and home health care, which include private services in the senior’s home. It's also 43% lower than nursing home fees, which cover around-the-clock medical support and monitoring. For those seeking more economically priced care, adult day health care may be a viable option at $1,647 per month.

In-Home Care

$4,814

Home Health Care

$4,814

Adult Day Health Care

$1,647

Assisted Living Facility

$3,988

Nursing Home Facility (semi private room)

$7,026

Note: Data for Fairhope was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Daphne, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Fairhope

Although Alabama offers an Institutional Medicaid program, residents of Fairhope and other municipalities in Alabama are unable to use this funding toward services offered in assisted living facilities. The program is only offered to seniors requiring a nursing level of care. 

Seniors who receive Supplemental Security Income may be eligible for an optional supplement in Alabama to pay for some specific living arrangements. However, this supplement is not offered to seniors residing in assisted living facilities

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Alabama page.

Financial Assistance in Alabama

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Fairhope

Fairhope and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Fairhope, please visit our Assisted Living in Alabama page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Fairhope

Fairhope Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Alabama are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Alabama page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in Alabama

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Dennis

I visited this facility

Review of The Brennity at Fairhope

The Brennity at Fairhope was a good facility. They had nice people there and my mom was comfortable during the tour. I was comfortable with the setup and everything, and it's not far from where I...

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Pam

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of The Brennity at Fairhope

I like the people that work here at The Brennity at Fairhope. They're all very caring, helpful, and very personable. I like the community, it's a very nice place to live in. The meals are good....

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M.A.

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Country Place Senior Living of Fairhope

I just recently visited Country Place Senior Living of Fairhope to visit a friend. I was very impressed. My friend had moved there six months ago and was surprised yesterday by the visit. It's very...

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