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Assisted Living Communities in Madison, AL
A suburban city just west of Huntsville, Madison, AL, hosts assisted living facilities, but...
the surrounding area presents another options. In 2024, seniors spend about $5,149 per month on assisted living in Madison — a considerably higher price than Alabama's $4,143 baseline rate. However, living costs still fall below the $5,350 national median.
You'll find 139 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in our directory, with providers in Madison earning an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars stars. Read these reviews to hone in on suitable retirement choices.
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Julie
3.0
Review of Madison at The Range
I visited Madison at The Range and toured for assisted living. I waited 15 minutes for them to come see me, and the place felt very antiseptic. It was beautiful, the lobby was open and light, and...
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Julie
5.0
Review of Heritage Assisted Living & Memory Care
If my mother is going to Madison, she would be in Heritage Assisted Living & Memory Care. This is literally the best assisted living facility I found, of all of them. It has very comfortable...
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Chuck
5.0
Review of Madison at The Range
I toured Madison at The Range. They were really good and really thorough. They knew what they were talking about. It seemed like they had a lot of activities. The place was clean. The staff members...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Madison, AL and Nearby Cities
Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey positions Madison at the higher end of Alabama's assisted living price range, with baseline costs exceeding the state median by $1,006. However, seniors still pay $466 more in Birmingham than in Madison. Retirees looking to reduce their cost of living save $794 by moving from Madison to Florence, but Gadsden offers the most budget-friendly rates overall at $2,785.
Madison
$5,149
Alabama
$4,143
United States
$5,350
Florence
$4,355
Birmingham
$5,615
Gadsden
$2,785
Paying for Assisted Living in Madison
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Madison
There are several programs to help seniors cover the costs of assisted living in Madison. One such program is the Elderly and Disabled Waiver offered through Alabama Medicaid, which may also have other programs for which seniors can apply.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Alabama page.
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 Madison, AL
Among senior care options in Madison, adult day care stands out as the most budget-friendly, saving seniors $3,416 over assisted living. However, home health care also costs $3,052 less than assisted living for retirees who need extended medical care. In contrast, a semi-private room in a nursing home costs $3,064 more than assisted living, highlighting the steep price of this specialized care.
Home Health Care
$2,097
Adult Day Health Care
$1,733
Assisted Living Facility
$5,149
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,213
Note: Since data for Madison is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Huntsville, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Madison
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Huntsville VA Clinic | (256) 533-8477 | Huntsville VA Clinic is only 15 minutes from Madison. It offers U.S. military veterans primary care services, a pharmacy, optometry services and programs dealing specifically with women's health and mental health. The clinic can also refer seniors to veterans services that may help meet some of their care costs, such as the VA Aid and Attendance benefit. |
| Madison Senior Center | (256) 772-6242 | Madison Senior Center is the hub of the older community, a place where they can spend time with friends, access some medical programs and converse with counselors who can advise them on Medicare and Medicaid issues. For entertainment and well-being, seniors can play billiards and cards, participate in one of the gentle physical fitness programs and join in with line dancing. There's also tennis and water aerobics for those who prefer something more active. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (256) 716-2451 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman advocates for seniors in residential care communities, focusing on increasing their quality of care and supporting them in disputes with their facilities. This can include investigating complaints seniors haven't been able to resolve directly with the managers in their communities. Families of seniors in assisted living and third parties can also register complaints. Additional services include helping seniors understand their rights and ensuring they receive all the services they're entitled to. |
| Volunteer Center of Madison County | (256) 880-7080 | RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) operates out of the Huntsville-Madison County Senior Center. Its purpose is to connect seniors who want to help their communities with local nonprofits who do just that. Seniors decide how much time they can spare and what their skills are and RSVP makes the link. It can involve admin work at the local police station, delivering meals to housebound seniors or working in the nearest senior center or thrift shop. Seniors can also assist at local events, such as the Alabama Sports Festival and Panoply. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Madison
Madison-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Alabama are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Alabama page for more information about these laws.
