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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Montgomery, AL for 2024

Montgomery, in central Alabama, is the state’s capital. The city has a population of 198,525 residents, and 14.3% of them are seniors 65 years of age and older. For medical care, Montgomery’s seniors have easy access to several facilities in the Baptist Health network. Another option is Jackson Hospital, which has an emergency department and provides specialty services such as orthopedics and spinal care. Montgomery also features relatively affordable nursing homes, according to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey: A typical Montgomery nursing home charges $6,540 per month for a semiprivate room, while the corresponding national average is $7,756.

Nursing homes provide comprehensive services, commonly including around-the-clock nursing care, medical monitoring and help with everyday tasks. That extensive support usually comes at a higher price point compared to other senior care options. Seniors who require less supervision may save money and find a better fit with assisted living or home health care.

This guide takes a detailed look at senior care costs, including those of nursing homes, in Montgomery. Additionally, the guide covers several Montgomery-area resources for seniors.

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Nursing Home Costs in Montgomery, AL

In Montgomery, the average cost for a semiprivate nursing home room is $6,540 per month. For private rooms, that rate rises to $6,996.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Sticking with semiprivate rooms rates, Montgomery’s median cost is identical to Alabama’s statewide average of $6,540. That means both Montgomery and its home state are $1,216 less expensive compared to the national average.

The nearby city of Anniston likewise has an average rate of $6,540. However, Birmingham’s average of $6,388 is slightly lower, and Auburn’s median rate of $5,399 is considerably less expensive than Montgomery’s. The story is different for Dothan, though. That city’s average cost of $6,996 is several hundred dollars higher than Montgomery’s.

Montgomery

$6,540

Alabama

$6,540

United States

$7,756

Birmingham

$6,388

Anniston

$6,540

Auburn

$5,399

Dothan

$6,996

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

In Montgomery, the most affordable senior care arrangement is adult day health care, which has an average cost of $433 per month. Home care and home health care have median monthly costs of $3,238 and $3,337, respectively, and assisted living is somewhat pricier at $3,725. Finally, nursing homes charge average monthly rates of $6,540 for semiprivate rooms and $6,996 for private rooms, making these the most expensive accommodations.

Home care

$3,283

Home health care

$3,337

Adult day health care

$433

Assisted living

$3,725

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$6,540

Nursing home (private room)

$6,996

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Montgomery, AL

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.

Free Resources for Seniors in Montgomery, AL

As seniors grow older and face changing needs, they and their families may turn to local resources for assistance. Several examples of such resources available in Montgomery are listed below. Some of these resources’ services make it possible to remain at home longer. Others help seniors find and adapt to other care arrangements. 

ResourceContactService
Central Alabama Aging Consortium(334) 240-4680The CAAC operates the Aging and Disability Resource Center. The ADRC informs callers about potentially beneficial services and conducts screenings for eligibility; additionally, its agents help with applications. The CAAC also performs care coordination for seniors in its service area. Other offerings include the Senior Rx Program, which makes prescription drugs more affordable for eligible individuals, and counseling from the State Health Insurance Assistance Program, which helps seniors learn about Medicare benefits.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman(334) 242-5753The LTC Ombudsman Program helps residents of long-term care facilities learn about their rights. The program also educates family members, and its representatives work to ensure high-quality care for seniors. Additionally, the program looks into and helps resolve complaints. Its services are confidential. (The CAAC facilitates ombudsmen services as well and may be a useful point of contact, too.)
Montgomery Area Council on Aging(334) 263-0532
The MACOA's flagship offering is Meals on Wheels. This program's drivers deliver hot lunchtime meals to homebound seniors who otherwise can't prepare food. The drivers also perform safety checks on meal recipients. Related offerings from the MACOA provide frozen food and pet food to seniors.
Montgomery Community Action Agency(334) 263-3474The MCAA may help income-eligible seniors cover their utility bills through its Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program and ABC Trust Program offerings. Additionally, the MCAA's Senior Citizen Program works to provide companionship and support to older adults.
Veterans Benefits Administration Montgomery Regional Office(800) 827-1000At this office, seniors can learn about their benefits eligibility and get application assistance. The office also gives veterans information on VA health care options. Additionally, it administers certain benefits for family members and survivors of veterans.

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