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Somerby Mobile

Somerby Mobile is an assisted living and memory care community in Mobile, AL.

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  • Interior

    A modern waiting room with comfortable seating arrangements and bright natural lighting.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room with hardwood floors, elegant furniture, and decorative artwork.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a sofa, two armchairs, and a coffee table, complemented by decorative pillows and a standing lamp.
  • Building

    A view of a multi-story residential apartment building with balconies, surrounded by green lawns and bordered by a black fence under a partially cloudy sky.
  • Trees

    An exterior view of a hotel with well-maintained landscaping and clear skies.
  • Dining

    Elegant dining area with tables, chairs, and chandeliers.
  • Landscaping

    A suburban brick house with a driveway and attached garage.
  • Kitchen

    A compact kitchen area with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a granite countertop.
  • Lighting

    A cozy living room with elegant furniture and warm lighting.
  • Entrance

    An interior view of a room with a white door and wooden flooring.
  • Seating Area

    A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and entrance doors.
  • Floor Plan

    A simple floor plan of a studio apartment featuring a bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette, and closet.
  • Television

    A cozy home theater setup with rows of upholstered seating facing a large TV, complete with a popcorn machine in the corner.
  • Lobby

    A spacious hotel lobby featuring a grand piano and elegant seating area under a chandelier.

901 Somerby Drive, Mobile, AL 36695

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

4.6 from 113 reviews
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Somerby Mobile Costs & Pricing

Somerby Mobile offers competitive monthly rates for its accommodations compared to both Mobile County and the broader Alabama market. For a studio apartment, Somerby charges $3,050, which is slightly below the county average of $3,061 and notably lower than the state average of $3,279. In the one-bedroom category, Somerby's rate of $3,295 aligns closely with the county's $3,301 while remaining more affordable than Alabama's average of $3,417. However, when it comes to two-bedroom units, Somerby's pricing at $4,250 exceeds both Mobile County's rate of $3,707 and the state's average of $3,788. Overall, Somerby Mobile presents a compelling option for those seeking single occupancy while offering a higher price point for larger living spaces compared to regional competitors.

Floor plansSomerby MobileMobile CountyAlabama
Studio$3,050$3,061$3,279
1 Bedroom$3,295$3,301$3,417
2 Bedrooms$4,250$3,707$3,788

Overall Review of Somerby Mobile

common 30 reviews mention this

Staff kindness and support stand out

Residents and families repeatedly describe the staff as welcoming, patient, and supportive.

Across the reviews, residents and family members describe staff who make them feel comfortable, treat people with patience, and respond to day-to-day needs. Multiple reviewers specifically highlight concierge and dining room staff interactions, along with maintenance and housekeeping efforts to keep things running smoothly. There are also a few complaints about staffing levels or delays for care requests, but the overall tone in most reviews is that staff are genuinely engaged with residents.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Many reviews credit a steady calendar of activities for helping residents stay social.

Reviews frequently point to on-site and community activities as a major part of daily life. Several mention the activity team led by Lea, describing events that are creative and tailored to interests. Families also describe residents becoming more social and spending more time out of their apartments after moving in. A small number of reviews mention that trips or activities slowed at times or felt less robust, but most still describe frequent options to participate.

caveat 14 reviews mention this

Dining quality draws strong reactions

Dining is a mixed point, with both praise for meals and repeated complaints about food consistency.

Some reviews describe the dining experience positively, including restaurant-style meals and staff in the dining room. Others report problems like meals being too salty, served too cold or warm rather than hot, or having limited options, and a few say food changed after a management transition. Even among the positive accounts, a recurring theme is that residents and families pay attention to meal quality and variety. Overall, dining appears to be an area where experiences vary by period and expectations.

  • Elegant dining area with tables, chairs, and chandeliers.
caveat 6 reviews mention this

Care coverage varies by experience

Care responsiveness and medication handling are not consistently described across reviews.

Several reviewers mention care support in specific moments, including medication being administered on time and care teams addressing concerns professionally. At the same time, multiple reviews raise concerns about getting help when call buttons are pressed, feeding on time, or having sufficient staffing for extra care needs. A few reviewers also describe gaps in communication about medical details or care planning around falls. Taken together, the reviews suggest experiences can differ depending on the level of assistance needed.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Pricing feels high for some

Cost comes up often, with multiple reviewers saying it was too expensive or not worth it.

Some reviews directly mention the community’s high price, including comments that it was out of budget or too expensive compared with what was expected. Others tie value concerns to specific frustrations like staffing delays or dining quality inconsistencies. A few reviews also note that it is only a consideration if a family can afford it, while still describing positive aspects of the community. Overall, pricing is a recurring factor in whether families felt the experience justified the cost.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 24 resident community capacity 24 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Swimming pool Swimming pool
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Mobile Regional (3 miles away) Mobile Regional (3 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Mobile, Alabama offers a variety of healthcare services, including physicians, hospitals, and pharmacies within close proximity. There are several dining options available, ranging from seafood to fast food. The area also features a cinema for entertainment and cafes for leisurely outings. Nearby parks provide opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. For transportation needs, the Mobile Regional Airport is only a short distance away. Places of worship are also easily accessible for spiritual fulfillment. Overall, this neighborhood provides convenience and amenities that cater to the needs of seniors looking for a well-rounded living environment in Mobile.

Physicians

  • Providence Wellness Center (0.5 miles)
  • Children's Medical Group (0.6 miles)
  • Providence Hospital Sleep Evaluation Center (0.6 miles)
  • Mobile Gastroenterology (0.6 miles)
  • Mobile Neurology Group PA (0.6 miles)
  • Shawn Clark Md P C (0.6 miles)
  • Alabama Clinic For Plastic Surgery (0.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Southern Cancer Center PC (0.6 miles)
  • Providence Hospital (0.6 miles)
  • University Physicians Group (2.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Providence Medical Office Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Winn-Dixie (0.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Wintzell's Oyster House (0.9 miles)
  • Bonefish Grill (0.9 miles)
  • Azteca's (0.9 miles)
  • Roma Cafe (1.3 miles)
  • KFC (1.4 miles)
  • Crafty Crab (1.4 miles)
  • Steak 'n Shake (1.4 miles)

Theaters

  • Nexus Cinema Dining (0.9 miles)
  • 4114 Amc Mobile 16 (1.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.9 miles)
  • Panera Bread (1.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.4 miles)
  • Carpe Diem Coffee & Tea Co. (4.1 miles)

Parks

  • Medal of Honor Park (1.3 miles)
  • Langan Park (3.7 miles)

Transportation

  • Mobile Regional Airport (MOB) (2.9 miles)
  • Signature Flight Support (2.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Spring Hill Baptist Church (3.9 miles)
  • Living Word Church (4.1 miles)

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