Assisted Living Facility · Houston County

Assisted Living Facilitys in Dothan, Alabama

Dothan has 6 licensed assisted living facilities, ranging from 16 to 66 beds. Every home here is verified against Alabama Department of Public Health records for Houston County.

Families in Alabama typically pay $3,200 to $5,000 per month for a shared room and $4,200 to $6,500 for a private room. Estimate your cost or learn how assisted living facilities work.

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Common questions about care homes in Dothan

How many assisted living facilities are in Dothan, Alabama?
Dothan has 6 licensed assisted living facilities in Houston County. Statewide, Alabama licenses 185 small residential care homes.
How much does a assisted living facility in Dothan cost?
Across Alabama, a shared room in a small licensed care home typically runs $3,200 to $5,000 per month and a private room $4,200 to $6,500, based on 2026 Genworth Cost of Care Survey figures and operator data. The exact rate depends on care needs, so use our free cost estimator for a personalized figure.
Who licenses assisted living facilities in Dothan?
Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards licenses and inspects every assisted living facility in Dothan. You can verify any home's license status in the official state database before you tour.
What size are the care homes in Dothan?
Homes in Dothan are licensed for 16 to 66 residents, with a median of 16 beds. Small homes like these offer higher caregiver-to-resident ratios than large communities.
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