Stefan Shields Wagner
Sep 2026
It's a great place to live, honestly. The only issue is that one time the sstaff found out about my heritage and these guards in gray uniforms painted these weird stars all over my unit.
Wesley Acres
700 Cedar Lake Rd SW4.1(21 ratings)· Decatur average: 4.4
Part of Methodist Homes · 10 communities · 3.9★ average
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1 / 5Quick Facts
- Housing model
- Income-restricted housing for seniors with limited incomes
- Affiliation
- Faith-based, operated by a Methodist nonprofit
- Eligibility
- Residency requires meeting age and income limits
What Families Think
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Wesley Acres is an income-restricted independent living community in Decatur, Alabama, run by a Methodist nonprofit for seniors with limited incomes. Reviewers generally describe it as clean, quiet, and affordable with friendly neighbors, though several family members criticize strict rules governing residents and visitors as overly controlling.
What reviewers praise
- Clean, quiet apartments
- Friendly, welcoming residents
- Convenient to nearby stores
- Affordable housing for limited incomes
- Responsive maintenance and staff
What reviewers flag
- Several reviewers call rules on residents/visitors overly strict or controlling
- One report of rude guards and disruptive screaming
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Wesley Acres is a senior living community in Decatur, Alabama offering Independent Living. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 21 reviews.
About Wesley Acres
Wesley Acres is a retirement community in Decatur, Alabama, offering independent living in 120 apartments designed for seniors with limited incomes. The community is faith-based and operated by Methodist Homes of Alabama & Northwest Florida, emphasizing values of love and kindness in a supportive environment.
Residency is restricted to those who meet the community's age and income requirements. The affordable housing model makes Wesley Acres accessible to seniors seeking secure, comfortable living with responsive maintenance and on-site support.
The community maintains a full monthly activity calendar with special events and entertainment programming to support resident engagement and quality of life.
Types of Care at Wesley Acres
Independent Living
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Chapel / Religious Services
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
Activities
- Birthday / Holiday Parties
- Social Activities
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Wesley Acres
4.1overall · 21 ratings combined
4.1★ on Google (21)
Charlotte Hendricks
Jul 2026
I love it here , Has really nice apartments, real nice bathrooms. Never had in trouble nice living here. For the most part very quiet.
Brendan Williamson
Jul 2026
This looks like an exceptional retirement home to concentrate at. 10/10
Sherry Dobbins
Jul 2026
Independent senior living..great staff
Kay Carpenter
Aug 2025
This is a great place to live. It's like we live in the country with all the convinces of the stores. We have great management. Great place to call home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Wesley Acres offer?
Wesley Acres offers Independent Living.
Where is Wesley Acres located?
Wesley Acres is located at 700 Cedar Lake Rd SW in Decatur, Alabama.
What do families say about Wesley Acres?
Wesley Acres carries a 4.1 out of 5 rating from 21 Google reviews. Wesley Acres is an income-restricted independent living community in Decatur, Alabama, run by a Methodist nonprofit for seniors with limited incomes. Reviewers generally describe it as clean, quiet, and affordable with friendly neighbors, though several family members criticize strict rules governing residents and visitors as overly controlling. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.
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