We already placed Mom in Country Cottages. They provide good care and good meals. They have excellent staff to resident ratios, and a very caring and friendly environment. The residents seemed to enjoy each other's company and they group together a lot, watch TV, and do activities. Mom's room is personalized for her. The reason we chose them is because they don't have so many residents that the staff loses track of the who the people are, which we found in some other places. This was a small facility where the staff members actually know the residents, their names, characteristics, and personalities, so they get to be a much better one-on-one clean case with everybody. There are times though that we have to call and tell them to pay particular attention to something because they're not observing that themselves.
Country Cottages at Birmingham, Hoover
Offers Assisted Living and Memory Care
11 Reviews
4000 Greenwood Dr., Hoover, AL 35216
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(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Country Cottages at Birmingham, Hoover
Assisted Living Reviews for Country Cottages at Birmingham, Hoover
August 30, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
March 29, 2018
I visited this facility
We like Country Cottages at Birmingham. It was very good. The layout was good and we liked what we saw. The dining area looked good; it was very nice. The people were very friendly, and the person who accommodated us was very nice. She was very experienced, she has been there there for a long time, she knows everybody, and she was very helpful. The esidents were bowling while I was there. Some were eating and some were watching TV too.
December 08, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
This is an amazing facility that caters to the needs of a variety of residents. Activities, especially during holidays and birthdays, are consistent for all residents and their families to enjoy. While there is one homemaker working in one specific building, the residents are mainly independent and require little day-to-day assistance. The other buildings have two homemakers at all times. Families can visit residents as often as possible, and many residents seem to enjoy the luxury and freedom separated from the stereotypes of nursing and assisted living homes. My mother enjoyed every minute there!
August 22, 2016
I visited this facility
Country Cottages was a very homey facility with friendly people who seemed very efficient. The only reason why we did not choose it was because of the proximity to other family member, but it was very nice. It had a very friendly staff and a beautiful facility.
July 25, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a resident
I placed my father in the Country cottages. It was a good environment for him because it was small with only 16 residents per cottage. It’s one level, so he’s not going to get lost. However, the food is terrible, and when I placed my father in-law there, they were not able to meet the level of care needed. He fell within 48 hours of being there, broke his back, and had surgery.
March 15, 2016
I visited this facility
Dad liked Country Cottages the most. He liked the residents he talked to, the fact that there were many activities going on at that time, and the layout of one of the apartments, which were clean and well kept. The people working there were warm, friendly, and cordial to us. The atmosphere was pleasant, bright, and cheery.
January 31, 2016
I visited this facility
I liked Country Cottages. It is clean and well-maintained. The staff is really friendly and explained everything.
November 11, 2015
I visited this facility
I was not really impressed with the assisted living or memory care environments of Country Cottages as far as the facility's newness and renovations, staff, and activities. The place didn’t look very homey; it looked more institutional to me.
February 17, 2015
I visited this facility
Country Cottages was small, warm, and receptive. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and functional. The staff during the tour were warm and accommodating. They had good activities. They engage them in various games, and they were eager to help the residents.
January 10, 2015
I am a friend or relative of resident
They have 1 "homemaker" per building which is 16 patients. They are chronically short staffed with staff having to work double shifts which can make them short tempered. The food is more bad than good. On our first visit, a patient was telling us how bad the food was but we were being "wined and dined" and the food we were fed that day was not what the residents got. I wish we would have listened to her. There are no activities. With that being said, it is not a horrible place but they just do not keep adequate staff.
June 12, 2013
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My mom has full-blown Alzheimer's so we placed her in a memory care unit in Country Cottages. She has her own room with wood floors and a bathroom. The facility is a U-shaped building so it's easier for her to find places and not get lost as much. It's pretty clean. They have a little garden in the middle but you can't go out there unless one of the nurses is with you. The staff are very nice, very polite and they know what they're doing. They're personable with the residents. They take really good care of them. They do a lot of fun games. Throughout the day, they have activities scheduled so residents are kept busy all day long. The foods are sometimes pretty good, but at times, not that good. However, I think this facility need more staff members.
Costs for Country Cottages at Birmingham, Hoover
Services and Amenities of Country Cottages at Birmingham, Hoover
Costs
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Entry Fee
- Fee Structure Extra: We Offer A Month To Month Rental
- Assisted Living Starting At: $2440/month
- Memory Care Starting At: $3930/month
Room and housing options
- Companion Suites: No
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- Dining Room Shared Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Private Cleaning Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
- Wifi
- Technology Extra: Emergency Call System
Health services
- Medication Management
- Physical Therapy
- Nurse On Staff: Yes
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Fitness Room
- Gardening
- Arts And Crafts
Financial guidance
- Va Benefits Consultation
- Financing Advice
- Financial Aid
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
Languages
- English
General
- Resident Capacity: 48
- Minimum Age: None
- Pets: No Pets Allowed
Range of services
- Physical Therapy
Training Areas
- Memory Care Training
Licenses
- State Licenses: P3702, P3721, D3709
About Country Cottages at Birmingham, Hoover
At the Cottage, you’ll find a cozy, Southern community that offers both physical support and a welcoming and active environment for your loved one. With regular opportunities to challenge the mind and nurture the heart, our mission is to offer our residents the ability to achieve their desired quality of life.
Home is more than just a place to live - it’s a feeling of warmth and comfort. That’s why the Cottage has cozy common areas where new and old friends can enjoy being together along with different sizes and styles of apartments and service programs tailored to suit the individual needs of each resident. Whether your loved one needs a little assistance or requires a great deal of hands-on care, we can help.
What Makes Us Special
Family owned and operated 14+ years --- Small and home-like environment --- Country home-cooked meals --- Personalized care plans --- A la carte pricing --- Located in quiet residential area --- Both ALF and SCALF on the same property
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