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Magnolia Trace in Huntsville, AL

Magnolia Trace is an assisted living community in Huntsville, AL.

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1 Club House Dr., Huntsville, AL 35802

To contact a resident: (256) 261-1600

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 110 reviews
5 stars
70
4 stars
22
3 stars
10
2 stars
3
1 stars
5

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Overall Review of Magnolia Trace

common 24 reviews mention this

Staff care comes up often

Residents and families frequently describe staff as caring and responsive.

Many reviews praise the staff for being kind, attentive, and compassionate, with residents and family members describing great support during everyday living and rehab. A few reviewers also mention reliability issues, including long waits at times and negative experiences with requests for help or volunteering. Even when opinions differ, residents keep returning to the idea that staff interactions shape their experience here.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Cleanliness is a mixed point

Cleanliness is sometimes praised, but some reviews raise serious concerns.

Several reviews describe the facility as clean and well kept, including when loved ones were receiving care or therapy. Others report extreme cleanliness and sanitation problems, including reports of neglect and unaddressed issues. Together, the feedback suggests cleanliness is not consistently experienced across all situations.

differentiator 8 reviews mention this

Dining draws repeat compliments

Dining is repeatedly described as a standout compared with other places.

Multiple residents and families describe the food positively, including praise that it beats many restaurants and that people can choose what they eat from a menu. A few reviews also mention dining-room or restaurant-style experiences, even when special dining routines changed for a period. There are also a couple of comments that describe food as mediocre, so opinions are not completely uniform.

common 8 reviews mention this

Activities and fitness keep residents busy

Residents describe a steady schedule of activities and fitness options.

Reviews frequently mention getting involved in activities, including fitness opportunities and ongoing programming with an activities team. Some residents describe outings and groups that helped them settle in, while others note regular in-house events. A couple of reviews also tie activity levels to care periods or disruptions, but the overall message is that engagement is a central part of life here.

common 3 reviews mention this

Gated setting and safety show up

A gated setup and a feeling of safety appear in several reviews.

A few reviewers highlight the community’s gated environment, and others say they feel comfortable leaving family members on site. This sense of security complements broader praise about the overall atmosphere and day-to-day care. Not every reviewer mentions safety directly, but those who do connect it to the residential experience here.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Cost is a recurring concern

Several reviews call out the cost as a major downside.

Multiple reviews describe the community as very expensive, with some people saying it was more than they expected or that they may run out of money over time. One review also specifically contrasts the pricing with their ability to use Medicaid. While a couple of comments suggest the value is worth it, cost remains a clear theme for buyers comparing options.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas

Transportation

  • Huntsville International (3 miles away) Huntsville International (3 miles away)

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care

Dining

  • Meals provided Meals provided

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Videos

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • Moe's Original BBQ (1.5 miles)
  • Slim Chickens (1.8 miles)
  • Little Libby's Catfish & Diner (2 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.1 miles)
  • Wendy's (2.2 miles)
  • Cracker Barrel (2.2 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (2.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Angela Renee Sommerset (1.9 miles)
  • Crestwood Medical Group Family Medicine Madison Blvd (2 miles)
  • Pediatric Associates Of Madison PC (2.1 miles)
  • Panacea O'Neill Medical Group (2.3 miles)
  • North Alabama ENT Associates PC (2.4 miles)
  • Bright Starts Pediatrics (2.4 miles)
  • Madison Family Health Center (2.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Madison Health Mart Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (6.2 miles)
  • Hygenall Corporation (6.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (6.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Madison Surgery Center (2.2 miles)
  • Madison Hospital (6.6 miles)
  • Madison Hospital Emergency Department (6.8 miles)

Transportation

  • Signature Flight Support (3.1 miles)
  • Huntsville Airport Baggage Claim (3.3 miles)
  • Huntsville International Airport (HSV) (3.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Just Love Coffee Cafe (3.3 miles)
  • Alchemy (6.3 miles)
  • Grounded Coffee (6.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.6 miles)
  • Blue Plate Cafe (7.5 miles)

Parks

  • Shelton Park (3.8 miles)
  • Palmer Park (3.9 miles)
  • Milton Frank Stadium (7.2 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark Bridge Street And Xd (4.9 miles)
  • Cineplanet 15 (6.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (5.3 miles)
  • The Grove Baptist Church (6.7 miles)
  • Oakwood University Seventh Day Adventist Church (7.5 miles)

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