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Summer Village Azalea Place

1601 Professional Parkway, Auburn, AL 36830 · Map

Senior Living Alliance member
Summer Village Azalea Place
Independent LivingAlso assisted living
56 residentsLicensed capacity
$4,000 to $8,300/moTypical assisted living start in Alabama, from 24 communities that publish prices
20+ interviewsPhone-verified by Senior Living Alliance

What residents and families say

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19 more testimonials
★★★★★

“I'm very, very pleased. Management is very efficient and kind and explains things well, and the move-in went wonderfully. My mom says the food is pretty good, which coming from her means wow. The laundry gets done and smells good, and her room is kept clean. Maintenance is very helpful, even helping me carry things in, and they put a lock on her cabinets right away. The nurses are awesome, ten plus, and easy to reach. I think it's worth the cost.”

Carol DaronAug 2026
★★★★★

“I looked at three different places and was most impressed with the people here, their positive attitude and what they could provide. The food is excellent, with variety; it surprises me to see what looks like a twenty-dollar piece of salmon on someone's plate. I've seen a musical group come in to perform, and they gather people on the front porch to enjoy the morning breeze. My dad has clean clothes and a tidy room. The caregivers persevere and keep me in the loop. I would recommend it.”

Harold FearingJul 2026
★★★★★

“I'm happy with it, and my mother is definitely happy with it. Management and staff are wonderful people who have always treated me well and treat her well, and I have the director's cell phone number, so you can't get much easier than that. The business office manager is personable, easy to talk to, won't talk down to you, and keeps things in order. The nurses keep her motivated and involved, and when I visited, a band was playing and she was as happy as a lark. The building is beautiful, with a courtyard and bird feeders right outside her window. They're doing a wonderful job.”

Francis BlalockFamily member · May 2026
★★★★

“We're very happy with where she is; she's happy, and we're happy. Everybody is really nice. My mother is a dessert fan, and she gets dessert anytime she goes down. She participates in activities now, especially the church events, and staff come get her so she joins in. Every time we visit, everything's been done. The caregivers are great, she loves them, and at lunch the people who need a little extra care get it. The nurse is extremely helpful and so nice when she calls. She's got a great room, and she's absolutely safe.”

Martha CrozierMay 2026
★★★★★

“A friend and the doctor's office both recommended this community, and we're really pleased with it. When my mother-in-law first moved in, she only left her room to eat, and now she's in the living room playing trivia and games. She brags about the food and says there's always something she likes. Her room is always clean, and her laundry never piles up. The maintenance man said he wasn't leaving until her cable was on. Everybody is very knowledgeable and very nice to her, and we've already told friends about it.”

Annie CorbettMar 2026
★★★★

“The management is incredibly responsive and always available when needed. The dining options are delicious, with homemade meals that we really enjoy. The housekeeping staff is friendly and thorough, taking care of everything for us. Plus, the activities offered have kept my husband engaged and happy. Overall, I feel safe and comfortable here, and I would definitely recommend it to others!”

Mary ZarnitzFeb 2026
★★★★★

“The staff is incredibly professional and attentive, making it a welcoming place. The environment is clean, and my mother enjoys the food and the variety of activities available. The housekeeping is top-notch, and the maintenance of the building is impressive. Overall, I feel very satisfied with the value for the services provided. I would definitely recommend this community to others!”

Florence OldhamOct 2025
★★★★★

“The staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive during her short stay. The food is delicious, and there were plenty of engaging activities for the residents. I was impressed by the responsiveness to any questions. Overall, it felt like a happy and well-maintained community, and I would highly recommend it to others looking for a supportive environment.”

Bennie WallaceSep 2025
★★★★★

“The environment is welcoming and always clean, which is so important. The staff has been incredibly responsive and friendly, making sure my parents feel right at home. They've enjoyed the dining options and the convenience of meals being delivered when needed. Overall, the value and comfort they've found here are outstanding, and I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a caring community.”

Art OwsleyJul 2025
★★★★★

“The staff is incredibly attentive and genuinely cares about the residents. My sister has been enjoying the dining options and is finally socializing more, which has made a huge difference. The activities offered are engaging, and the overall atmosphere feels warm and welcoming. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a supportive community.”

Janet PerkinsJun 2025
★★★★★

“The management team has been very communicative and respectful, which has made the transition smooth. The food is fantastic, and he really enjoys the variety of meals offered. Plus, there are plenty of activities to keep him engaged. Overall, I feel he's safe, comfortable, and well taken care of!”

Robert WalkerMay 2025
★★★★★

“The management is really easy to work with and are very accommodating to my requests. The dining and activities offered are very nice. The housekeepers don't miss a thing, they are very thorough. The building is very well maintained as well. I would recommend this community to anyone!”

Phillip SidesMay 2025
★★★★★

“My mom lives at this community and I couldn't be happier with the experience. The management is incredibly supportive and attentive to our needs, the place is spotless, which gave us a great first impression and I also appreciate the value for money. This place is clean, welcoming, and exactly what we were looking for. I highly recommend this place for anyone seeking a comfortable and caring environment.”

Helen TilleryFamily member · Mom lives here · Mar 2025
★★★★★

“The management is incredibly responsive and knowledgeable, making the transition smooth for us. The dining options are fantastic, with my dad enjoying three meals a day for the first time in years and he's even gained weight! The staff is respectful and attentive, while the whole facility is beautifully maintained. I highly recommend it!”

Samuel CliftonJan 2025
★★★★★

“My mother lives in the community and the activities that they offer are so good! Recently they have had a group of people singing and dancing. The activities director loves her job and gives them options of things to do so they aren't watching TV all day! The care staff always keeps my mother clean and her hair is always fixed. They always have conversations with with her to find more out about here. I would highly recommend the community!”

Betty SpeakmanFamily member · Mother lives here · Dec 2024
★★★★★

“The staff here are so personal and I know them well, the food is good and my father in law likes it and the staff encourages him to participate in the activities. They also keep this place spotless and odor free. I am very pleased.”

Harold DavisonFamily member · May 2024
★★★★★

“I'm very satisfied with being here. The meals are fine, the people are always polite and helpful. I like the areas because I like to get out and walk and I feel very safe.”

Sue HairApr 2024
★★★★★

“We picked this place because mom really liked the sales person. She was personable, helpful and down to earth. The management staff is knowledgeable, accessible and responsive. There are a variety of activities and mom has good things to say about dining. I was there one day when housekeeping was cleaning her unit and they were doing a good job. The healthcare staff is respectful and knowledgeable. Mom feels safe and comfortable there.”

Frances HickmanApr 2024
★★★★★

“My mother lives at the community. Our communications with management are clear, easy to understand, responsive and positive. We're pleased with the meals and the chef accommodates her diet. They offer puzzles, books, and they have a built in alcove with live birds fluttering around. They do a good job with laundry and housekeeping is excellent. The campus looks well trimmed, fresh and smart. The care staff call me, it's always positive and professional when I walk in after hours, and we've been impressed with the quality of staff since the day she moved in. In general, I tell people that everyone there has a calling to be there, taking pride in their work and wanting to be there. I brag about the place and I've already recommended it to a number of people.”

Camilla HirschelFamily member · Mother lives here · Aug 2023

About the community

Written by Summer Village Azalea Place

Ten minutes from downtown Auburn, Summer Village does senior living differently: three named independent campuses, Magnolia, Azalea, and Camellia, let you choose self-service villa living, a-la-carte hospitality, or all-inclusive lakeside life, and pay only for what you use. Villas run 1,200 to 1,700+ square feet with garages and private entrances, chefs train through Auburn's Rane Culinary Science Center, and fall means Tigers tailgates. War Eagle.

  • Three IL campuses: self-service, a-la-carte, or all-inclusive
  • Chefs trained through Auburn's Rane Culinary Science Center
  • Auburn game-day outings and fall tailgates
  • Saturday Open House weekly, 11am–1pm, no RSVP

Life at Summer Village Azalea Place

Dining

The Azalea campus has its own dining amenities, and residents can add a hospitality package that covers breakfast and dinner each day. Meals are chef-prepared and served restaurant-style, and the culinary team draws on Auburn University's culinary program. Family members are welcome to join residents in the dining room.

Activities

Independent living residents take part in Brilliance, an events program with casino trips, movie days, museum visits, winery and distillery tours, and lunch outings. On-site master gardeners lead a gardener's club and gardening workshops. Group trips include Auburn Tigers football games and other outings around Auburn.

Choose Your CampusMagnolia, Azalea, or Camellia: unbundled living where you pay only for what you use.

True Villas1,200–1,700+ sq ft, attached garages, private entrances: no shared hallways.

Auburn-Trained ChefsDining led by chefs from Auburn University's Rane Culinary Science Center program.

War Eagle LifeTigers game-day outings, tailgates, a master-gardener club, and casino trips.

Amenities

  • Attached garages
  • In-suite washer and dryer
  • Fitness center
  • Beauty salon
  • Gardens
  • Restaurant-style dining room
  • On-site therapy
  • Emergency call system
  • Walk-in showers
  • Single-floor bungalow apartments

Memory care program

Lilac Trace Memory Care follows a philosophy based on the book Meet Me Where I Am and uses the R.E.A.C.H. for Life daily engagement program.

Floor plans

8 layouts from Summer Village Azalea Place’s website. Sizes and prices are as the community lists them; ask which are available now.

Prices

Starting prices the community publishes, with the date we checked each one and a link to where it is published. Care charges are usually added after an assessment.

CareStarting atChecked
Independent Living$2,295 /moOct 11, 2026
Assisted Living$4,695 /moOct 11, 2026

Area costs

Assisted Living in Alabama typically starts at $4,000 to $8,300 a month. Based on 24 communities that publish prices. These are area figures, not this community's price.

How this page is paid for. Lilisity is operated by Senior Living Alliance. Summer Village Azalea Place is a member and pays SLA for its resident and family interview program. Payment never changes a testimonial, a rating or the order of search results. The description, features and photos come from the community. Testimonials come from SLA phone interviews. Prices, license details and inspections come from the community’s published rates and public records. How we verify testimonials · How we are paid

Lilisity’s independent report

What the public record shows

Gathered by Lilisity from state and federal sources. Communities can’t edit this part of the page.

State inspections

10Deficiencies cited
0Substantiated complaints

Last survey posted: Jan 30, 2025. See the record

License

Active, 56 residents

Assisted Living Facility (Regular) D4108.

Nearest emergency room

2.6 miles

The East Alabama Healthcare Authority, rated 3 of 5 stars by CMS.

State inspection record10 deficiencies, 0 substantiated complaints
License status
Regular
Last survey posted
January 30, 2025
Surveys posted
1
Deficiencies cited
10
Substantiated complaints
0

Surveys

  • January 30, 2025 (Licensure/Complaint): 10 deficiencies cited, 2 complaints unsubstantiated report plan of correction
    The deficiencies cited pose a potential risk of harm to the residents and require a plan of correction.
    • Care of Residents: Initial Physical Examination. ADPH found: “The facility failed to provide physician annual examinations to the residents.” 420-5-4-.06(2)(a)(b)(c)
    • Care of Residents: Medications. ADPH found: “The facility failed to recognize a resident that did not have the ability to protect themselves from a medication error.” 420-5-4-.06(5)(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)
    • Care of Residents. ADPH found: “The facility failed to properly maintain a count of each controlled substance in its possession and failed to ensure residents' medications were unit dose packaged.” 420-5-4-.06(7)(k)(l)(m)(n)(o)
    • Care of Residents: Oxygen Therapy. ADPH found: “The facility failed to ensure that oxygen was listed on the medication administration record (MAR).” 420-5-4-.06(9)
    • Food Service: Food Handling Procedures. ADPH found: “The facility failed to protect the residents from unsanitary handling of food.” 420-5-4-.07(2)
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    • Food Service: Dietary Service. ADPH found: “The facility failed to have enough emergency food and potable water on hand to serve three meals per day for three days.” 420-5-4-.07(3)
    • Physical Facilities: Food Service Facilities. ADPH found: “The facility failed to maintain the kitchen walls and floors.” 420-5-4-.08(4)
    • Sanitation and Housekeeping: Housekeeping and Physical Plant Maintenance. ADPH found: “The facility failed to secure cleaning supplies.” 420-5-4-.10(2)
    • Fire and Safety: General. ADPH found: “The facility failed to inspect the fire alarm system semiannually.” 420-5-4-.11(1)
    • Physical Environment: General Building Requirements - Family, Group, and Congregate. ADPH found: “The facility failed to visually inspect the fire extinguishers monthly.” 420-5-4-.12(5)

ADPH also lists 5 earlier surveys, back to 2010.

Search ADPH’s deficiency reports for license D4108 →

ADPH posts each survey’s Statement of Deficiencies as a PDF (older ones are scans, which we read by OCR). From each report we show the deficiency tags, the rules they cite, ADPH’s own one-sentence finding and the complaint outcomes ADPH states; each cited rule is named in the rule’s own words (Alabama Administrative Code, chapter 420-5-4 for assisted living and 420-5-20 for specialty care assisted living). The report, and the facility’s plan of correction when ADPH posts it, are the official record. Some reports list a complaint as substantiated with no deficiency cited; we show both as ADPH wrote them. This community is licensed for 56 residents; larger communities are inspected and reported on more often, so read counts with size in mind. Source: Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards, data as of October 15, 2026, showing surveys from the last five years. Always visit in person and ask the community about anything listed here.

License and ownershipActive license
License type
Assisted Living Facility (Regular)
License number
D4108
License status
Active
Licensed capacity
56
Administrator
Samaria Swanson

Source: Alabama state licensing records (agency listing), retrieved 2026-09-09. Licensing status is a matter of public record; it is not a quality rating.

Administrator name from the Alabama licensing record, as of Sep 9, 2026.

Location and nearby careNearest hospital 2.6 mi, nursing home 0.3 mi, pharmacy 1.5 mi
Nearest hospital with an emergency room
The East Alabama Healthcare Authority, Opelika. 2.6 miles away, straight line. CMS overall hospital rating: 3 of 5 stars.
Nearest Medicare nursing home
Arbor Lake Health and Rehab, Auburn. 0.3 miles away, straight line.
Nearest home health agency office
Prohealth Home Health, Auburn. 0.1 miles away, straight line. Agencies travel to clients, so ask which ones serve this address.
Nearest pharmacy
The Drug Store. 1.5 miles away, straight line. From OpenStreetMap, which does not list every pharmacy, so one may be closer.
Area
USDA classes ZIP code 36830 as metropolitan (metropolitan core).
Dialysis within 15 miles
Pcd Auburn, Auburn, 0.1 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 2 of 5 stars)
Davita Opelika Dialysis Center, Opelika, 2.2 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 4 of 5 stars)
Fmc Auburn, Auburn, 4.2 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 5 of 5 stars)
Hospice
14 Medicare hospices tell CMS they serve ZIP code 36830.
Compassus-Auburn, office in Auburn, 2.0 miles away, straight line (CMS family survey rating 4 of 5 stars)
Gentiva Phenix City, office in Auburn, 2.9 miles away, straight line
Chattahoochee Hospice Inc, office in Valley, 21.0 miles away, straight line
Nearest geriatric medicine practice
Gerination Medical Centers LLC, Auburn. 3.7 miles away, straight line. 1 geriatric medicine doctor listed there.

Distances are straight lines from the community, not driving distance. Hospitals, home health, dialysis, hospice and doctors come from CMS provider data (CMS, hospital list updated Jul 22, 2026). Star ratings are CMS’s own.

Emergency and natural hazard riskFEMA overall risk very low; outside FEMA's high-risk flood areas

Public hazard maps for this location. Ask the community about its emergency plan, its generator and where residents would go in an evacuation.

Flood zone
Outside the high and moderate risk flood areas on FEMA's flood map (Zone X, minimal flood hazard, or not studied). (FEMA flood map)
FEMA National Risk Index
Overall: very low. By hazard: hurricane relatively low, inland flooding relatively low, wildfire relatively low, tornado relatively low, heat wave relatively moderate, earthquake relatively low. These are FEMA’s ratings for the census tract, compared with tracts nationwide. (FEMA, December 2025)

A flood zone describes the map at this point, not the building's elevation. In an emergency, follow the local emergency management agency.

Questions to ask on a tour10 questions picked for this community from its record

Picked for this community from its record. Ask them in person and write down the answers.

  1. The state recorded a finding in January 2025. What was it, and how was it fixed?
  2. Your published starting price is a base rate. What would the total monthly cost be for my parent's needs?
  3. How much have prices gone up in each of the last three years?
  4. How many caregivers are on duty during the day and at night?
  5. What happens if care needs increase? When would someone need to move?
  6. What fees are charged at move-in?
  7. How do you tell families about falls, illness or changes?
  8. How long have the executive director and the head of care been here?
  9. Who gives medications, and what training do they have?
  10. For what reasons can a resident be asked to leave?
What we checked12 public sources we searched, with dates

Every public source we searched for this community. “Nothing on record” means we found no record that matched it. A record can be missed when a name or address differs.

SourceData as ofWhat we found
Alabama Department of Public Health, Bureau of Health Provider Standards inspection recordsOct 15, 2026See above
U.S. Department of Labor wage and hour casesOct 15, 2026Nothing on record
OSHA workplace safety inspections since 2016Oct 15, 2026Nothing on record
FEMA flood mapSee above
USDA wildfire riskApr 15, 2026Not shown: FEMA rates wildfire risk here relatively low
FEMA National Risk IndexSee above
CMS hospitals, home health, dialysis, hospice and doctors; OpenStreetMap pharmaciesSee above
HUD Multifamily Properties - AssistedJul 6, 2026Nothing on record
State Veterans Homes (NASVH directory)Sep 20, 2026Nothing on record
CMS Hospice - General InformationAug 19, 2026Nothing on record
CMS Home Health Care AgenciesMay 27, 2026Nothing on record
The community’s own websiteCould not read the site
Common questionsAnswers to 6 questions families ask
Do the villas have garages and full kitchens?

Yes. Every villa includes a private attached garage, a full kitchen with full-size appliances, and an in-suite washer and dryer: with floor plans from 1,200 to over 1,700 sq ft and private entrances instead of shared hallways.

What is Lilac Trace Memory Care?

Summer Village's secure memory care neighborhood follows the 'Meet Me Where I Am' philosophy and the science-based R.E.A.C.H. for Life program, delivered by dementia-trained caregivers: on the same campus, so couples can stay close.

What type of care does Summer Village Azalea Place provide?

Summer Village Azalea Place is licensed by the state of Alabama for independent living, assisted living in Auburn, Alabama. Its licensed capacity is 56 residents.

Does Summer Village Azalea Place have verified testimonials?

Yes. 20+ residents and family members have shared testimonials about Summer Village Azalea Place through phone interviews verified by Senior Living Alliance.

How much does Summer Village Azalea Place cost?

Assisted Living in Alabama typically starts at $4,000 to $8,300 a month. Based on 24 communities that publish prices. These are area figures, not this community's price. The starting prices it publishes are in the Prices section on this page.

How do I contact Summer Village Azalea Place?

Use Summer Village Azalea Place's website, eamc.org/programsServices/JustForSeniors/AzaleaPlace.aspx, or visit at 1601 Professional Parkway, Auburn, AL 36830.

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