Rocky Ridge

Welcome to the Rocky Ridge Retirement Community, conveniently located in sunny Hoover, Alabama. 

Just 20 minutes away from Birmingham, Rocky Ridge offers centrally-located retirement living in one of the city’s most charming suburbs. Shopping and medical centers are close to home, with the Grandview Medical Center and Riverchase Galleria shopping center just down the street. 

All Rocky Ridge residents pay an all-inclusive monthly fee, giving them total access to all of the community’s services, amenities, and conveniences with their room and board. These include, but are not limited to: 

• Billiard Lounge with Pool Tables
• On-site Beautician Services in the Barber/Beauty Salon 
• Community Fireplace
• On-site Computer Room with Internet Access
• Restaurant-style dining options
• Lounge Area
• On-site Laundry Facilities
• Patio Area
• Fitness Equipment and Exercise Programs
• Restaurant-style Dining Room
• Library
• Community Grounds and Gardens
• Private Dining Room
• Daily activities and events
• TV Lounge
• On-site Activity Room
• Game Room
• Walking Paths
• Parking On-site
• Chapel and Devotional Services
• Resident Kitchen
• WiFI in the Common Area

The community’s meal program is a major benefit for many residents, taking the stress out of daily meal preparation. As a person approaches retirement, getting help with meals can open up their schedule for activities they truly love – or simply create more time to relax. 

The dedicated kitchen staff prepares meals at Rocky Ridge, hand-crafting recipes with residents’ nutritional needs in mind. Menu options change daily, but may include savory classics and seasonal recipes like: 

• Cinnamon swirl bread
• Turkey Enchiladas
• Banana Ice Cream
• Sweet Corn and Cilantro Crab Cakes
• Molten chocolate cake
• Pumpkin spice ravioli
• Cajun bacon, lettuce, and fried green tomato sandwich
• Crab Salad

Transportation services are also included with each resident’s monthly fee, making it easier than ever to get to doctor’s appointments, do banking, or go shopping. If residents bring their own cars when they move into Rocky Ridge, parking is available on-site. 

The Hoover area is quaint, embodying the southern charm many families love about living in Alabama. With Birmingham just 20 minutes away, there is no shortage of indoor and outdoor fun for family members of all ages, including exciting points of interest like: 

• The Aldridge Gardens
• The Birmingham Museum of Art
• The Birmingham Zoo

The Rocky Ridge community itself is spacious and well-maintained, with a beautiful atrium that’s perfect for relaxing and socializing. Each day, residents will find new activities happening in the common areas as part of the community’s life enrichment programming schedule. 

Life enrichment at Rocky Ridge is designed to stimulate resident’s minds, bodies, and spirits. Events and activities vary daily, but may include exciting opportunities like: 

• Stretching classes
• Holiday celebrations
• Knitting and crocheting classes
• Current events conversations
• Raffles
• Board games
• Birthday parties
• Live performances
• Shuffleboard
• Crossword puzzles
• Sit-down aerobics
• Community theater
• Tai Chi
• Fitness classes and activities
• Hymnal choir
• Volunteering
• Karaoke and sing-a-longs
• Wii Virtual Sports
• Ladderball 
• Hands-on cooking

The community’s many floor plans give residents total control over their living experience from the day they move, giving them many housing options to choose from like: 

• Studio units (Starting at 379 sq ft)
• One-bedroom apartments (Starting at 542 sq ft)
• Two-bedroom apartments (Starting at sq 877 ft)

Each apartment features the community’s premium apartment amenities, designed to give residents maximum convenience and privacy while they call Rocky Ridge home. 

Apartment amenities include: 

• Wheelchair accessibility
• Emergency response systems
• Heating and air conditioning
• Private apartments
• Window treatments
• Patios/balconies
• Hookups for landlines
• Carpeting
• All-inclusive utilities
• In-unit kitchenettes
• Cable TV access

As a Holiday Retirement community, Rocky Ridge is known for its exceptional senior apartments, convenient retirement amenities, and various living options. According to online reviews, families and residents praise the community for: 

• The spacious, updated apartment homes creating the perfect space for residents to feel at home during their stay
• The on-site health services, giving residents peace of mind about their basic wellness needs (although families should note that ongoing skilled nursing care is not provided at Rocky Ridge)
• The daily conveniences and assistance with daily responsibilities, including linen service and weekly housekeeping
• The staff’s compassionate assistance when families need help arranging health care, personal care, and other services outside the scope of what Rocky Ridge provides

It’s important for incoming residents to remember that Rocky Ridge is not an assisted living community. Unlike some Holiday Retirement residences that provide assisted living alongside independent living, personal care, assistance with activities of daily living, health care services, and memory care are not included offered at Rocky Ridge (however, residents may arrange senior care with third-party providers as necessary)

To learn more about Rocky Ridge and see how it stands out from senior housing options in Hoover, families are welcome to arrange a free tour using the link above. During the tour, staff will walk through the many floor plans, the communal dining room, and the outdoor spaces to help potential residents see if Rocky Ridge is the right fit for independent living.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Where is Rocky Ridge located?

Rocky Ridge is located at: 

3517 Lorna Rd

Hoover, AL 35216

Q: What care services and amenities does Rocky Ridge provide?

At Rocky Ridge, each resident’s monthly fees include the following services and amenities: 

• Weekly housekeeping and linen care
• Free parking for residents and guests
• Free laundry facilities
• Inclusive utilities
• Life enrichment programming
• On-site restaurant-style dining
• Scheduled transportation options
• 24/7 emergency response services

To learn more about the community’s amenities and on-site resources, please use the link above to make an inquiry.

Q: What levels of care does Rocky Ridge provide?

Rocky Ridge is a dedicated independent living community. Their services are designed for self-sufficient residents who want to experience community-based living while maintaining total independence and freedom. 

The community does not offer assisted living services or personal care, like assistance with activities of daily living. They are not licensed to provide skilled nursing care and are not equipped to offer ongoing medical attention for residents with chronic illness or injury. 

Fortunately, the community can help families arrange personal care or skilled nursing services with a third-party care provider if needed. To learn more, please use the link above to make an inquiry. 

Q: How much does Rocky Ridge cost?

Rocky Ridge’s rates vary for each apartment home, depending on its size and layout. Each resident’s monthly fees are entirely all-inclusive, meaning they pay exactly what they expect to pay each monthly – free of additional fees.

To get a personalized quote for Rocky Ridge, please use the “Get Pricing” link above. 

Q: Is Rocky Ridge pet-friendly?

Rocky Ridge offer pet-friendly retirement living, letting residents move in with their four-legged friends. To learn more about the community’s pet policy, please use the link above to make an inquiry. 

Q: Do the residents seem active and engaged at Rocky Ridge?

The staff and administrators at Rocky Ridge are committed to helping residents live well-rounded, engaging lives full of social involvement, personal expression, and physical activity. They create ongoing opportunities for engagement and excitement through daily activities and events, offered right on-campus for maximum convenience. 

To learn more about the community’s life enrichment programming, please use the link above to make an inquiry. 

There are 10 hospitals within 25 miles of Rocky Ridge. The two closest hospitals are Brookwood Baptist Medical Center which is 5.5 miles away and Grandview Medical Center which is 5.5 miles away.

Some of the key amenities available at Rocky Ridge are:

• Pet Friendly
• Activity Center
• Outdoor Areas
• Parking