3605 Ratliff Rd, Birmingham, AL 35210

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Independent|Assisted|Memory|Residential Care Home

Kirkwood by the River, nestled within 120 acres of forested land along the Cahaba River, offers a harmonious blend of natural beauty and comprehensive care through a full continuum of services. Founded by the Independent Presbyterian Church, it serves as a Life Plan Community, ensuring residents' several levels of care covering Independent Apartment and Cottage Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, and Short-term Rehabilitation. Residents relish in the perfect union of tranquility, financial security, and personal health care, fostering a life rich in family, friendship, independence, and wellness. The residents of Kirkwood come from diverse backgrounds, adding to the fabric of the community with their varied talents and experiences. This enriches the vibrant life at Kirkwood and contributes to the deep relationships between staff and community members. Whether enjoying the peace of cottage living or the dynamic activities and services offered, residents are assured a secure, fulfilling retirement lifestyle.

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Kirkwood by the River is a beacon of modern mountain living within the Birmingham area, providing a secure and maintenance-free environment. From fitness classes, guest lectures, fine dining to cultural outings, the residents lead vibrant lives while nestled in a retreat-like setting overseen by caring staff. Offering a high level of customization, the spacious apartments and cottages come with striking views, and amenities like 24-hour personal care in the memory support area assure that all residents' needs are met with dignity and respect. Residents also enjoy the new Independent Living neighborhood, Cedar Ridge at Kirkwood, comprising charming cottages that afford the serenity of modern mountain living. Additionally, the riverside view, encompassing landscapes and trails, adds to the life-enriching atmosphere, making Kirkwood more than just a place to stay but a hub of active, independent living infused with opportunities for genuine community engagement.

Details

Secure Environment
Maintenance-Free Living
Customizable Apartments and Cottages
24-hour Personal Care
Modern Mountain Living
Riverside Views
Trails

Food and Dining

At Kirkwood by the River, dining transcends the simple act of eating; it encapsulates a cornerstone of the community's social life. With the expansion of dining options, residents enjoy tastefully crafted meals in settings like the Riverside Dining and the Overlook Cafe. Meals are designed to be nutritious while also providing a pleasurable and communal dining experience. Great care is taken to accommodate dietary needs, ensuring everyone can partake in the culinary celebrations. The newly-renovated dining room serves as a hub for daily interactions, promoting a sense of camaraderie and fostering relationships over shared meals. Whether it's a casual dine-in at the cafe or a more formal meal in the dining room, residents bond over food prepared with care and served with warmth.

Dining

Riverside Dining
Overlook Cafe
Nutritious Meals
Newly-Renovated Dining Room

Amenities

Kirkwood touts an impressive selection of amenities aimed at fostering an independent, fulfilling lifestyle for its residents. The newly-expanded dining options, Riverside Dining and Overlook Cafe, offer a variety of daily meals. Living spaces are cared for with weekly housekeeping and bed linen laundry service, while all utilities, except telephone and personal Wi-Fi services, are covered, including expanded basic cable television. The peace of mind is further bolstered by an emergency call system in each apartment. Beyond the comforts of home, Kirkwood's amenities extend to outdoor leisure and wellness with walking trails, a heated pool, and fitness center. The community also provides spaces for intellect and recreation such as a library, game room, and a billiards room, ensuring that residents have manifold opportunities to lead a rich and vigorous life.

Amenities

Secure Environment
Maintenance-Free Living
Customizable Apartments and Cottages
24-hour Personal Care
Modern Mountain Living
Riverside Views
Trails
Riverside Dining
Overlook Cafe
Weekly Housekeeping
Basic Cable Television
Emergency Call System
Heated Pool
Fitness Center
Library
Game Room
Billiards Room

Activities

The activity roster at Kirkwood by the River is tailored to inspire an enthusiastic community life. Residents can participate in fitness classes, explore academic interests through lectures, partake in spiritual enrichment with worship services, and enjoy entertainment from local creatives and students. There is a robust calendar teeming with events that prompt social interaction and cultural engagement, such as outings to local attractions, musical concerts, sermons, and special programs hosted in the Magnolia Room. The residents’ daily lives are accentuated with activities geared towards revitalizing not just the body, but the mind and spirit. Kirkwood recognizes the essential role that a lively community and a sense of belonging play in the happiness and well-being of its residents, thus prioritizing a diverse and dynamic array of activities.