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Assisted Living Communities in Scottsboro, AL
Serving as the seat of Jackson County, Scottsboro sits along the edge of northern...
Alabama’s Tennessee River, about 40 miles east of Huntsville. Seniors have a range of assisted living facilities to choose from in the region, including in the city and an additional in nearby communities. In 2024, these facilities charge about $5,149 monthly, exceeding the state median of $4,143 but falling below the national norm of $5,350.
In this guide, you’ll find 163 reviews reviews of local assisted living facilities, which point to an average satisfaction rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars stars.
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Deborah
5.0
Review of Rose Wood Manor
I went to Rose Wood Manor and that was impressive because of the number of residents. The facility was small, and I liked that. It was clean. The price was good in that community. We spoke with the...
Provider response
Thank you so much. We are here to assist in anyway. The residents and their families always come first at Rosewood and any information or assistance we can give, we will.
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Debbie
5.0
Review of Rose Wood Manor
Rose Wood Manor was nice and good. The staff was good. The rooms were small, like hospital rooms or smaller. The dining area looked good and clean. They had a garden.
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Deborah
5.0
Review of Rose Wood Manor
Rose Wood Manor was very nice. I was very impressed. The staff was very helpful and informative. It was a very nice place. It was just a little too far away from mom, though. It's very convenient...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows that assisted living communities in Scottsboro charge around $5,149 per month. This rate exceeds Alabama’s median of $4,143 and surpasses norms in many nearby cities. For example, in Florence and Gadsden, seniors pay comparatively affordable rates of about $4,355 and $2,785, respectively. However, in Birmingham, facilities charge higher rates of approximately $5,615.
Scottsboro
$5,149
Alabama
$4,143
The United States
$5,350
Florence
$4,355
Gadsden
$2,785
Anniston
$4,853
Birmingham
$5,615
Paying for Assisted Living in Scottsboro, AL
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Scottsboro
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 Care
In Scottsboro, assisted living costs about $5,149 monthly, outpacing nonresidential options but falling below the cost of nursing home care. For example, seniors pay around $2,097 for home health care, and adult day health care facilities charge roughly $1,733. On the other hand, nursing home residents pay higher fees of approximately $8,213 for shared accommodations.
Home Health Care
$2,097
Adult Day Health Care
$1,733
Assisted Living Facility
$5,149
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,213
Note: Since data for Scottsboro is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Huntsville, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Scottsboro
Seniors in Scottsboro can turn to the following organizations for help with long-term care, transportation and healthy aging. These agencies offer free and low-cost services thanks to government funding and private donations.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Top of Alabama Regional Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging | (256) 830-0818 | The TARCOG Area Agency on Aging offers a long list of services for seniors in Scottsboro and northeast Alabama. It helps with long-term care placement, assisted living waivers, prescription drug coverage, transportation and in-home care. Seniors and caregivers can call the agency’s information hotline for more information. |
| Jackson County Council on Aging | (256) 574-6733 | Located in Scottsboro’s Jackson County Park, this nonprofit Council on Aging manages several local senior centers. It provides wheelchair-accessible transportation and meal deliveries, and an elder law expert is on-site once a month to answer questions about age-related topics. |
| Alabama Department of Senior Services | (800) 243-5463 | Alabama Ageline is a comprehensive resource for seniors who want to learn more about services available through their local Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center. This hotline can connect residents to the state’s long-term care ombudsman, who helps with issues related to assisted living and nursing homes. It offers Medicare insurance counseling and resources for caregivers. |
| Legal Services Alabama | (256) 536-9645 | Huntsville is home to one of eight regional offices operated by Legal Services Alabama. This nonprofit law firm offers legal advice, self-help forms and direct representation in civil courts and before administrative agencies. Attorneys can help seniors with wills, estate planning, guardianship petitions, housing, financial matters and government benefits. |
| Community Action Partnership of North Alabama | (256) 260-3117 | The CAP of North Alabama manages the Senior Companion and Foster Grandparents programs in Scottsboro and surrounding areas. These national programs allow seniors aged 55 and older to give back to the community while earning tax-free stipends. It also offers rent and utility bill assistance and motivational programs for mental wellness. |
| Jackson County Veterans Service Office | (256) 259-1411 | Located in the Jackson County Courthouse in Scottsboro, this government agency provides free information and assistance to help veterans access state and federal benefits. Veterans and their spouses or dependents may qualify for medical services, long-term care, transportation and cash payments for personal care. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Scottsboro
Scottsboro-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.
