Greenbriar at the Altamont sits in a historic Birmingham neighborhood on Highland Avenue, where the 1920s-era building shows off stained glass accents, a luxury grand lobby, and an old piano that fills the air with live music, and you'll see beautiful landscaping and see some nice views of the city from comfortable sitting areas throughout. The community offers a range of living options for seniors, including independent and assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, respite care, and long-term care, with apartments and studios ranging from 400 to 900 square feet, some offering private bathrooms and easy access for people with mobility needs, so residents can pick from studio or two-bedroom plans with maintenance-free living and pet-friendly policies. Staff keeps things clean and homey, and many residents think of the place as a home away from home, thanks to friendly people, a welcoming feeling, and housekeeping, laundry, and dry cleaning services that help keep daily life running smoothly, plus there's always someone to help with care and medication management, bathing, or dressing, round-the-clock, with 24-hour nurse coverage, emergency call systems, and scheduled transportation to shopping or doctor's appointments at no cost.
You'll see a culture here that values social activities, so residents gather for dance nights, Bingo, games with prizes, fitness classes, painting, reading sessions in the library with a cozy fireplace, and frequent holiday celebrations, with a grand ballroom for big events and plenty of resident-driven activities like bridge clubs, movie nights, arts and crafts in dedicated rooms, educational programs, and group exercise. Meals come prepared by on-site staff, with restaurant-style dining, flexible hours, an on-staff dietitian for special diets like diabetes or allergies, and private dining rooms for visiting family or special gatherings, plus snacks and all-day options in a bright, comfortable dining space. There's a beauty salon and barber shop right at hand, along with a garden courtyard, walking paths, and a residents' lounge, so folks can stay groomed, catch up with neighbors, and enjoy green space when the weather's good.
Healthcare includes physician visits, pharmacy and radiology services, clinical lab work, dental and podiatry care, and therapy programs like physical, occupational, and speech therapy to help regain skills after illness or injury, with designated rehab care, memory support for those with dementia, respite and hospice options, and individualized care plans built by the staff, residents, and families together, supported by a certified skilled nursing center that takes Medicare and Medicaid and accepts many commercial insurance plans. There's always support for non-ambulatory residents or those who need supervision or extra assistance, with a social worker available to help connect families or assist with difficulties. The emergency alert and response system gives a sense of safety, and WiFi and cable TV let residents stay connected and entertained.
Greenbriar doesn't ask for large upfront fees or force residents into long leases, so there's some flexibility and peace of mind about staying or changing care levels if needs shift, while maintenance inside and out keeps things comfortable without extra hassle. People touring the place can meet current residents and friendly staff who are known for being helpful and joyful, and take a look at the historic features, the big lobby, and the quiet library nooks, with easy access to parks, shops, and Birmingham's city life nearby.
