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Assisted Living Communities in Dothan, Alabama

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Dothan, AL and Nearby Cities

Assisted living is very affordable in Dothan, with seniors seeing average savings of $2,350 when compared to the national median and $1,353 compared to prices statewide. Prices for assisted living range from $2,150 in Dothan up to $4,771 in Anniston, which is a significant difference. Mobile, the second most affordable area, costs $1,373 more than Dothan, while Daphne seniors pay $1,838 more per month. In Birmingham, the state’s largest city, seniors pay $1,878 more. 

Dothan

$2,150

Alabama

$3,503

United States

$4,500

Daphne

$3,988

Mobile

$3,523

Anniston

$4,771

Birmingham

$4,028

Paying for Assisted Living in Dothan

The cost of assisted living can vary dramatically depending on the location, the scope of available services and the amenities provided on campus. In Dothan, the average cost for residency in an assisted living community is $2,150 per month. 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Dothan

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.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Dothan, AL

At $2,150 per month, assisted living is a very affordable long-term care option, particularly since it includes room and board. In-home care or in-home health care options cost $1,854 more per month and don’t include room and board. Adult day health care is an option for those that don’t need access to help round-the-clock and it’s affordable at $542 per month, which is $1,608 less than seniors pay for assisted living. Residential care in a nursing home averages $6,995 or $4,845 more than assisted living. 

In-Home Care

$4,004

Home Health Care

$4,004

Adult Day Health Care

$542

Assisted Living Facility

$2,150

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,995

Free Assisted Living Resources in Dothan

Seniors in Vacaville can access many services and programs to help with assisted living costs. Through the following resources, older adults can find legal advice, meal delivery services and community-based programs that offer educational, social and recreational activities. Learn more by contacting the programs directly.

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SARCOA Area Agency on Aging(334) 793-6843SARCOA is the Area Agency on Aging that serves Dothan and the surrounding communities. It operates an Aging and Disability Resource Center that helps connect seniors with assisted living options, and provides support when applying for benefits and other financial assistance programs
Long Term Care Ombudsman(800) 239-3507The Long Term Care Ombudsman Program operated by the local Area Agency on Aging offers seniors access to an advocate who investigates and helps resolve complaints about residential care communities. Trained staff and volunteers offer education and assistance in understanding resident rights.
Legal Services Alabama, Dothan Office(334) 793-0926Legal Services Alabama offers low-income seniors free legal representation and assistance with civil legal issues. Examples include assistance with an illegal eviction from an assisted living community and help with setting up trusts or estate planning. Services range from self-help resources to full legal representation in court.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Dothan

Dothan 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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Carmen

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

Review of Grand South Senior Living

My mother-in-law moved into Grand South last September. The experience has been amazing. The staff takes care of her with kindness and compassion. The facility is always clean and the living spaces...

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Emily

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

Review of Wesley Place on Honeysuckle

Mom was at Wesley Place on Honeysuckle. The care was very personal. I had no doubts that they were taking good care of mom all the time because the nurses and the aides were very hands-on. They...

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Sharon

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

Review of Grand South Senior Living

My mom has already moved into Grand South Senior Living. This facility has only been opened for about 30 days. They got new people, the facilities are new, and everybody is trying to find their...

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