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Cahaba Ridge Retirement Community

3090 Healthy Way, Birmingham, AL 35243

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Mike F

Child of resident/client

5.0 out of 5 stars

The best place to live!

I visited my family at Cahaba Ridge. It is the best place for convenience and a loving community life. All the staff and workers were helpful and very accommodating. My dining experience was first rate. All my meals were first rate and delicious. I highly recommend Cahaba Ridge for the best place for seniors in Birmingham area.

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Cahaba Ridge Retirement Community

About the facility

Welcome to Alabama's finest. Cahaba Ridge is an independent living community nestled in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, a vibrant suburb of Birmingham. Enter a life of luxury when you take advantage of our unique, resort-style community, which features state-of-the-art amenities, services, resident activities, and living options.

Our caregivers represent the best that Southern hospitality has to offer, engaging with residents and honoring their preferences. Whether you need transportation coordination or room service, our staff is always around to offer a hand.

For city dwellers, our community is just minutes away from the Shops of Colonnade and unique dining like Innova Coffee. You’ll also live life with peace of mind knowing Brookwood Baptist Medical Center is nearby. Let us know how we can support your needs today!

Community Amenities and Services

We host a wide set of indoor and outdoor amenities, personal and medical services, as well as inspiring social activities that allow residents to experience a luxury filled lifestyle. Dine under gorgeous wooden beams and elegant chandeliers in our dining room, grab an ice cream cone from our snack and beverage bar, or simply stroll through our gorgeous campus. While you’re getting the best out of retirement, our friendly staff will provide...

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Healthcare Services

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services

Meals & Dining

  • International Cuisine
  • Vegan
  • Professional Chef
  • Restaurant Style Dining

Room Amenities

  • Ground Floor Units
  • Air Conditioned
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers

Community Amenities

On-site dining options

  • Bar or Pub
  • Café or Bistro

Transportation & parking

  • Resident Parking Available
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Complimentary Transportation

Pets

  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)

Common areas

  • Computer or Media Center
  • Central Fireplace
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge

Recreational areas

  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Piano or Organ
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Billiards Lounge

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Beautician

Languages spoken

  • English

Activities

  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Art Classes
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Birthday Parties

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Pet friendly

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9.9 out of 10
Review Score1-20 of 26 reviewsWrite a review
Overall Experience
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Care Services
4.9
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.9
Activities
4.9
Value for Cost
5.0

A Place for Mom has scored Cahaba Ridge Retirement Community with 9.9 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Cahaba Ridge Retirement Community has 26 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 5 out of 5.

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Stephanie M

Independent Living

Toured community

December 5, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

This place is AMAZING! It has most everything one needs onsite, and what isn’t available onsite is within a short distance. This beautiful facility provides tranquility with its own waterfall area for quiet reading or meditation. It has a movie theater, game room, after dining sitting area, hair salon and much more! The staff is generous with hospitality and loves their residents. Highly recommend Cahaba Ridge Retirement Community!

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Staff
5.0

Mike F

Independent Living

Family/friend

December 3, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

The best place to live!

I visited my family at Cahaba Ridge. It is the best place for convenience and a loving community life. All the staff and workers were helpful and very accommodating. My dining experience was first rate. All my meals were first rate and delicious. I highly recommend Cahaba Ridge for the best place for seniors in Birmingham area.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Richard J. Barnes

Independent Living

Family/friend

December 3, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

My mother is so happy here

My mother moved here 3 years ago, she is 89 years old. Mother has her car and drives to her own Dr. appointments. Grandview hospital is only 5 minutes away & can go without getting on interstate. Mother loves her independence. Everything she needs is at Cahaba Ridge. She brags on how everyone treats not only her but all the residents. When she chooses to go outside of Cahaba Ridge everything is so close to her. Mother has 3 outstanding meals a day. Mother is so happy at Cahaba Ridge and as a son that is the most important thing.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Hal H

Independent Living

Resident/client

December 2, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

Moving here was a great decision.

When my late wife and I decided it was time to move out of our home we looked at many alternatives. We decided Cahaba Ridge was the place for us as it felt like home, had 3 meals a day, and was a good financial deal. After loosing her and some of my abilities I now know it was the correct decision.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
3.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Donna B

Independent Living

Toured community

December 2, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

Wonderful living space! Neat, clean very respectful! Nice dining room, beauty shop and General Store!! The staff is very well trained with maintenance employees full time. Exercise classes, music classes and. Nice Theatre.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Staff
5.0

Beth S

Independent Living

Family/friend

November 27, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

This place feels like home immediately

We moved my mom in to Cahaba Ridge after my Dad passed away. She is surrounded by new friends who care about her and include her. The staff is amazing, they are always trying to help and make everyone feel at home. We are so happy mom is there and cannot recommend it highly enough!

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Sallie

Independent Living

Resident/client

November 22, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

Great community!!

My husband and I moved to Cahaba Ridge almost 3 years ago and I’ve never regretted our move!! Our community is welcoming and inclusive….the staff here is exceptional…there’s always an activity going if you wish to participate….the dining room/food is wonderful…Chef is always planning some good treat!!! Sadly, my husband had dementia and has passed away….the emotional support for me has been amazing and greatly appreciated! Am grateful that I am here!!!

Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Nancy M

Independent Living

Resident/client

November 20, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

A senior living community that is rich in opportunities for an active lif

My experience at Cahaba Ridge has been a welcoming knowledge that I am a part of a community that is rich with a variety of activities, delicious varied cuisine and conveniences designed to aide its inhabitants in continuing as active lives as possible.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
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Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Stephanie M

Independent Living

Family/friend

November 12, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

A truly joyful community

My in-laws live at Cahaba Ridge Retirement Community, and we couldn’t be happier with their experience. From the moment you walk in, the staff greets you with genuine warmth and care. The food is absolutely incredible—every meal feels thoughtfully prepared and delicious, with plenty of variety. My in-laws rave about it constantly! The activities are another highlight. They’re creative, fun, and designed to bring everyone together—from themed dinners and movie nights to art classes and fitness sessions. You can feel the sense of community and joy throughout the building. It’s such a relief knowing our family members are not only well cared for but truly thriving. Cahaba Ridge has exceeded our expectations in every way.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Mimi M

Independent Living

Resident/client

November 11, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

First Month in my Residency !

As my things left the house l hoped I had made the right decision after deciding Cahaba Ridge was the best place in the area to make my new home. This home will be a 3 story building filled with over 50 years old who want to begin a relaxed life style. So l have decided that l am now widowed and living alone so moving to a a place where l will live in a community of women and men who are retired and have found their goals can be made and their lives less stressful! So l have arrived where l will not cook, clean the house, mow the lawn or check the furnace! So my first month has been meeting the Managers, learning how to get to my meals, playing cards, meeting new friends, and letting the maid in to clean! And it is all a reasonable cost.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Lisa W

Independent Living

Family/friend

November 11, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

Great place for all phases of senior living!

My parents moved to Cahaba Ridge five years ago after selling their home. My dad passed away two years ago and my mom is still living there. The best part, other than the staff, is it has been a great place for all the transitions seniors experience. My mom has been able to stay in her familiar setting with caregivers after starting out living in their apartment with my dad totally independent. The staff— including the managers, dining room, activities director, cleaning staff and maintenance people couldn’t be more helpful and loving. Couldn’t imagine them being anywhere else.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Beverly P

Independent Living

Resident/client

November 10, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

Amazing place!

It's easy to say what I love about Cahaba Ridge Retirement Resort. I love: how the staff love each other the people here the activities the food how things are scheduled I'm so glad I live here. It's a great place to live!

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Monica G

Independent Living

Family/friend

November 10, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

A very welcoming warm and friendly environment

I was greeted by a friendly concierge who led me to the resident i was visiting All residents were friendly and seemed happy to be living at cahaba ridge I had lunch there and the food is divine..very good choices I cant wait to visit my friend at cahaba ridge again ...hopefully really soon

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

John C

Independent Living

Family/friend

April 1, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars

The most amazing place

Cahaba ridge went beyond all our expectations! The community and the facility was so unique. My mom often comments that she feels as if she is at a resort. She has found friendship and support in a comfortable environment that will allow her to stay where she is. If the time comes that she needs more care she will stay in the home she has and will remain comfortable and not have to leave her beautiful place. The staff are wonderful and the food is absolutely amazing. I think our family comes up with excuses to join her for meals, especially Sunday brunch. We could not be happier.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Jean M

Independent Living

Family/friend

August 1, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars

So glad we chose Cahaba Ridge

After much research we chose Cahaba Ridge six years ago as the best senior community for my in-laws as they moved from out of state to be near us. We are so glad we did. This is truly an aging-in-place facility, as it is all independent living, so no mandates to move to another level of care — you can bring in help as needed. But there is a lot of support built in, with onsite pt, a little store, salon, incredible food 24 hours a day and innovative activities, all within a very attractive environment. But the best part is the people who work here. They truly act as if it is their pleasure to serve their residents and treat them as if they are at an actual resort. A year ago, when we realized my mother-in-law might need more advanced care, we explored other nearby options. We found nothing else could compare with what she had, and so committed to bringing in additional caregivers as long as possible. We are so grateful for that option — and that she can continue to enjoy Cahaba Ridge.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Laura

Independent Living

Family/friend

April 24, 2023

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Happy Mom gets best of everything at Cahaba Ridge.

My mom moved in at Cahaba Ridge and she loves it. She's 93, and although they aren't an assisted living facility, they provide group activities and many conveniences for their residents. The food is incredible always. My family couldn't be more pleased with the quality of life she is having at Cahaba Ridge. Not one complaint from her or our family.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

anonymous

Independent Living

Toured community

October 21, 2021

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

This community was really great and it was a nice tour. The value for the cost and the location were the main two important factors for us.

Jill

Independent Living

Toured community

May 4, 2021

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

We toured this community and the tour was very good. The community was very nice and the staff was friendly and informative. The community just didn't fit our needs.

Donna J

Independent Living

Family/friend

March 5, 2021

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

A great place for a loved one

The community is great. The staff is very caring and compassionate. The communication between the staff and the family is excellent. I would recommend this community to others

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Activities
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Pam

Independent Living

Family/friend

September 25, 2020

4.5 out of 5 stars

Lovely Cahaba Ridge

Staff helpful and friendly. Lots of activities! Apartments have beautiful, open floor plan.

Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0

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