Best Senior Living in Opelika, Alabama
8 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 22 senior care options in Opelika: 8 communities and 14 home care agencies. Families rate them 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 306 public reviews.
- 22options listed
- 4.3average rating, 16 rated
- 306family reviews read
The Phoenix at Opelika
Opelika, Alabama
4.6(38)
Independent LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
The Springs of Mill Lakes
Opelika, Alabama
4.5(31)
Independent Living
The Harbor at Opelika
Opelika, Alabama
4.5(11)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Northridge Assisted Living
Opelika, Alabama
5(2)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Housing Complex
Opelika, Alabama
5(1)
Assisted Living
Opelika Senior Citizen's Center
Opelika, Alabama
4.3(15)
Independent Living
Arbor Springs Health & Rehab
Opelika, Alabama
3.3(28)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Ashton Way Apartments Retirement Community
Opelika, Alabama
3.3(39)
Independent Living
Best-rated senior living in Opelika
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.6 (38 reviews)· Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Reviewers consistently praise The Phoenix at Opelika for its warm, attentive staff and comfortable apartment living, with several noting how easily aging parents adjusted with added support like in-room therapy visits.…
- 2
4.5 (31 reviews)· Independent Living
The Springs of Mill Lakes is a 50+ independent living community in Opelika, Alabama, made up of single-family homes with shared amenities like a pool, pickleball court, and walking trails. Most reviewers say residents…
- 3
4.5 (11 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Reviewers describe The Harbor at Opelika as a calm, home-like memory care community where families feel their loved ones receive attentive, medically competent care. Multiple reviews highlight the compassion of the…
- 4
Opelika Senior Citizen's Center
4.3 (15 reviews)· Independent Living
Opelika Senior Citizen's Center is an independent living community in Opelika, Alabama, rated 4.3 out of 5 from 15 Google reviews. Reviewers describe it as a friendly, welcoming place for older adults, with one…
- 5
3.3 (28 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 225 units
Reviews of Arbor Springs Health & Rehab are mixed, with several families praising the physical therapy team and CNAs for attentive, compassionate rehab support after surgery or hospitalization. However, other reviewers…
- 6
Ashton Way Apartments Retirement Community
3.3 (39 reviews)· Independent Living
Recent reviewers describe a steep decline in management quality at this income-based independent living community, with frequent staff turnover, deferred maintenance, and rent that keeps climbing for residents on fixed…
What families say about senior living in Opelika
Counted across the review summaries of 22 Opelika communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 55%
- Medical and nursing care 23%
- Communication with families 18%
- Management 18%
- Building and grounds 18%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 36%
- Cost and billing 32%
- Staff attitude 23%
- Building and upkeep 14%
“This place is great, prices are very reasonable, mainly cater to the older generation, but, any one can eat here. Service is good, staff is very friendly, you can dine in or take out. Their menu is changing with more choices. Come in, you won't regret it.”
“We were fortunate to find a home for my parents here and they absolutely love it. The neighborhood is well maintained and convenient to everything as well as the hospital. The feel safe and enjoy the walking trails, the lake, gardens and the pool.”
“My mom moved to The Harbor several months ago. I could not be happier how she has adjusted. The staff is so loving and caring and treats her like family. I highly recommend anyone looking for a place for their loved one to make The Harbor their home.”
Senior Living in Opelika: the figures
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (12), medication management (11), 24-hour staff (10), housekeeping (7), transportation services (6), wheelchair accessible (5).
Senior Living near Opelika
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn4.1 mi | 15 | 4.6 / 5 | 4.1 mi |
| Phenix City24.4 mi | 10 | 3.8 / 5 | 24.4 mi |
| Columbus27 mi | 10 | 4.6 / 5 | 27 mi |
| Columbus, Georgia27.5 mi | 27 | 4.2 / 5 | 27.5 mi |
| LaGrange, Georgia33.4 mi | 13 | 4.2 / 5 | 33.4 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 22 communities listed in Opelika, 306 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Opelika ask about.
- Home Care in Alabama: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Senior Living in Opelika: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Opelika, Alabama?
MyLivingChoice lists 22 senior living communities in Opelika, Alabama, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Opelika are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Comfort Keepers Home Care (5★, 15 ratings), Right at Home (5★, 7 ratings), Home Care Assistance (4.9★, 36 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Opelika?
Beyond senior living, Opelika has at-home care (7 communities), home health (7 communities), independent living (6 communities), assisted living (3 communities), memory care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Opelika?
Families rate Opelika senior living communities 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 306 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Opelika senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 22 Opelika communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 55%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 23%), communication with families (mentioned for 18%). The most common concerns are communication with families (36%), cost and billing (32%), staff attitude (23%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Opelika bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
