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4.2 from 32 reviews
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Maplewood Lane Assisted Living Costs & Pricing
Maplewood Lane Assisted Living offers competitive pricing for its residents, with monthly costs that are generally more favorable compared to the broader market in Shelby County and across Alabama. For those opting for a semi-private room, Maplewood Lane charges $2,850, which is significantly lower than Shelby County's average of $4,144 and Alabama's average of $3,495. In the studio category, residents pay $3,850 at Maplewood Lane, slightly exceeding the county's average of $3,700 but remaining below Alabama's average of $3,279. Similarly, the one-bedroom option is priced at $4,000 - a figure that surpasses the county's average of $3,556 yet is still in line with Alabama's state average of $3,417. Overall, while some room types are positioned higher than local averages, Maplewood Lane offers attractive options for residents seeking quality assisted living in a welcoming environment.
Floor plans
Maplewood Lane Assisted Living
Shelby County
Alabama
Semi-Private
$2,850
$4,144
$3,495
Studio
$3,850
$3,700
$3,279
1 Bedroom
$4,000
$3,556
$3,417
Overall Review of Maplewood Lane Assisted Living
common30 reviews mention this
Care and responsiveness stand out
Residents and families consistently describe attentive, caring support from the staff and leadership.
Many reviews highlight staff as kind, supportive, and engaged with residents day to day, with several specifically praising how they care, communicate, and stay available. A few reviews, however, raise concerns about medical oversight and follow-through, including how often clinicians were involved and whether paperwork and communication were handled properly. Overall, the reviews show strong personal care—alongside clear, unresolved questions for some families about clinical processes.
common10 reviews mention this
Home-cooked meals get praise
Home-cooked food and meal quality are a frequent bright spot in reviews.
Multiple residents and families describe the food as home-cooked or excellent, and a number of mentions tie meal satisfaction to peace of mind. Reviews also describe getting multiple meals each day, and one tour review connects the dining experience to what staff are cooking and serving during the visit. Dietary-support details like diabetes-specific options are listed as part of dining and care support, though reviews focus more on taste and the home-style feel.
common13 reviews mention this
Facilities feel clean and updated
Reviews repeatedly describe the building as clean, well kept, and recently renovated.
A steady number of reviewers say the facility is very clean, well maintained, and in excellent shape, with several pointing to renovation updates and upkeep they noticed on tours or after move-in. Some comments also describe a comfortable, home-like layout and care for the environment. One critical review adds that the exterior could use sprucing up, but the overall cleanliness theme stays positive in most mentions.
common8 reviews mention this
Small size shapes the experience
The small, intimate size is a recurring theme in reviews.
Several reviews describe the community as small and personal, often referencing the limited number of rooms or the overall layout they saw during tours. Families also connect that size to easier navigation, with comments about not having long hallways to manage. On the downside, at least one review calls out room size concerns and another notes they felt in and out quickly on a tour, which suggests the physical footprint can influence what visitors experience.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Concerns about clinical follow-through
Some reviews question whether residents receive consistent medical oversight.
A small subset of reviews raise serious concerns about medical involvement and communication, including instances where a resident was reportedly not seen by a clinician and where medication management confusion is described. One review goes further by characterizing care as unsafe, while another emphasizes missing paperwork and asks families to stay on top of details. These critiques stand apart from the many positive care and facility comments, but they are specific enough to be a notable trade-off for some families.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
16 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Amenities
Activities on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Birmingham International (20 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Meals provided
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Activities on-site
Community-sponsored activities
Devotional activities offsite
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Waffle House (0.7 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (0.8 miles)
Jack's (1 miles)
Sonic Drive-In (2.5 miles)
Jack's (2.7 miles)
Birds And Burgers (3 miles)
Arby's (3.1 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
Blair Pharmacy (3.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.8 miles)
Walgreens (4.5 miles)
Walgreens (4.7 miles)
Parks
Cahaba Lily Park (1.6 miles)
Heardmont Park (8.6 miles)
Loch Haven Dog Park (8.8 miles)
Hospitals
Sav-A-Life Shelby (1.8 miles)
Medscreen (7.7 miles)
Physicians
Urgent Care PC (1.8 miles)
Shelby Dermatology (2.8 miles)
Alabama Allergy & Asthma Center (2.9 miles)
Shelby Obgyn (3.2 miles)
Traffanstedt Internal Medicine (4.4 miles)
Brookwood Baptist Health Primary Care (4.6 miles)
Charles Felgner, MD - Baptist Health Centres (4.6 miles)
Maplewood Lane Assisted Living offers competitive pricing for its residents, with monthly costs that are generally more favorable compared to the broader market in Shelby County and across Alabama. For those opting for a semi-private room, Maplewood Lane charges $2,850, which is significantly lower than Shelby County's average of $4,144 and Alabama's average of $3,495. In the studio category, residents pay $3,850 at Maplewood Lane, slightly exceeding the county's average of $3,700 but remaining below Alabama's average of $3,279. Similarly, the one-bedroom option is priced at $4,000 - a figure that surpasses the county's average of $3,556 yet is still in line with Alabama's state average of $3,417. Overall, while some room types are positioned higher than local averages, Maplewood Lane offers attractive options for residents seeking quality assisted living in a welcoming environment.
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16 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Activities on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Birmingham International (20 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Great access to healthcare, pharmacies, dining, and worship in a serene setting.
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