Kirkwood - A Senior Living Community

Kirkwood - A Senior Living Community A non-profit, faith-based senior living community in Jefferson County, Alabama

Those who seek out Kirkwood have a spirit for life, discovery and renewal that makes them as unique as the community. Kirkwood fulfills this spirit in trips to the symphony, natural wonders, museums and landmarks that bring residents together in a spirit of fun, and in concerts that bring beauty to everyday life. We fulfill your spirit for companionship in our community dining rooms, classes, libr

ary and public spaces, and your spirit for family in continuing care that keeps loved ones close. Plan a visit, and discover how this community in the heart of the South’s most beautiful natural surroundings, can fulfill your heart’s desire.

Residents have been hard at work adding a touch of color to our Hillside Assisted Living and Memory Care courtyard. Ther...
05/08/2026

Residents have been hard at work adding a touch of color to our Hillside Assisted Living and Memory Care courtyard. There’s something truly special about watching a garden grow under the care of those who know best that the most beautiful things take time, patience, and a little bit of dirt on your hands!

From a meaningful morning at the 6th Annual Irondale Mayor's Prayer Breakfast to a festive Mother’s Day tea at the Irond...
05/07/2026

From a meaningful morning at the 6th Annual Irondale Mayor's Prayer Breakfast to a festive Mother’s Day tea at the Irondale Senior Center, we’ve loved every minute of connecting with our neighbors today. We are so proud to call Irondale home and grateful for the leaders and mothers who make this city special!

"Before I had a deeper grasp of theology, I wanted to save people. I understand now that I can leave the 'saving' to God...
05/06/2026

"Before I had a deeper grasp of theology, I wanted to save people. I understand now that I can leave the 'saving' to God. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t work for the rest of us to do."

Visit www.kirkwoodbytheriver.com/news for the latest reflection from Kirkwood Chaplain, The Rev. Dr. Cary Speaker, on hero stories, life’s difficult dilemmas, and why the empathy we share is more powerful than any movie plot.

Talk about a Triple Crown celebration! From the high-fashion hats to the classic taste of mint juleps, our Kentucky Derb...
05/05/2026

Talk about a Triple Crown celebration! From the high-fashion hats to the classic taste of mint juleps, our Kentucky Derby lunch was a winner. It was a beautiful day of music, food, and fun in the Riverside Dining Room!

Our May calendar is looking like a true masterpiece! We’ve already kicked things off with the Kentucky Derby and a beaut...
05/04/2026

Our May calendar is looking like a true masterpiece! We’ve already kicked things off with the Kentucky Derby and a beautiful Alabama Symphony Orchestra Coffee Concert, but the month is just beginning at Kirkwood.

We are especially looking forward to our sophisticated Black and White Garden Party, a trip to see the Monet to Matisse exhibit at the Birmingham Museum of Art, and an afternoon cheering on the Birmingham Barons!

At Kirkwood, we believe every day is an opportunity to be inspired. For more on happenings this month, visit www.kirkwoodbytheriver.com/news.

We have had a busy month of standing ovations! We are always thrilled to host incredible groups of performers, adding so...
04/28/2026

We have had a busy month of standing ovations! We are always thrilled to host incredible groups of performers, adding so much joy and inspiration to our monthly activities. At Kirkwood, there is always a new song to hear or a new story to be told!

Our incredible administrative team sat together for lunch today to celebrate Administrative Professionals Week in our be...
04/23/2026

Our incredible administrative team sat together for lunch today to celebrate Administrative Professionals Week in our beautiful resident gardens! Together, this group represents a stunning 140 years of cumulative service to Kirkwood by the River. That number represents more than just time; it represents thousands of solved problems, countless comforted families, and a steady hand that has guided this community through decades of growth. Kirkwood simply wouldn't be what it is today without their wisdom and commitment! Thank you for all that you do!

At Kirkwood, every day feels like Earth Day! We are so incredibly lucky to call these 120 acres of riverfront forest our...
04/22/2026

At Kirkwood, every day feels like Earth Day! We are so incredibly lucky to call these 120 acres of riverfront forest our home. Whether it's a morning stroll under the pines or watching the Cahaba River flow by, our residents know that staying connected to nature is one of the best ways to stay connected to ourselves. Today, we’re celebrating the beauty that surrounds us and our commitment to being good stewards of this little slice of Alabama paradise. Happy Earth Day!

Our birthday parties are always some of the brightest days of the month! There is so much joy in seeing residents come t...
04/21/2026

Our birthday parties are always some of the brightest days of the month! There is so much joy in seeing residents come together across all levels of retirement living to celebrate one another. We don't just share a campus; we share our lives. Seeing everyone gathered together always reminds us that while we are many individuals, we are one big Kirkwood family. Happy Birthday to our April celebrants!

46 Years of Kirkwood! Last night, we popped the bubbly and celebrated a very special milestone—Kirkwood by the River’s 4...
04/16/2026

46 Years of Kirkwood! Last night, we popped the bubbly and celebrated a very special milestone—Kirkwood by the River’s 46th Anniversary! Since 1980, these 120 acres have been more than just a campus; they have been a sanctuary of peace, a hub of wisdom, and a home to generations of remarkable individuals. Thank you to our incredible staff, our devoted families, and most importantly, our residents, who make every year at Kirkwood better than the last. Here’s to many more!

We had a wonderful time at English Village Lane celebrating the launch of the April issue of Birmingham Lifestyle! While...
04/14/2026

We had a wonderful time at English Village Lane celebrating the launch of the April issue of Birmingham Lifestyle! While you’ll see Kirkwood in their print pieces around town, our partnership with this talented team goes so much deeper. We believe in their mission to highlight organizations and people that make our city so special. It was an evening filled with networking, connection, and most importantly, storytelling. We are proud to partner with a magazine that values the voices of our community as much as we do!

Address

3605 Ratliff Road
Birmingham, AL
35210

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 11:30pm
Tuesday 6am - 11:30pm
Wednesday 6am - 11:30pm
Thursday 6am - 11:30pm
Friday 6am - 11:30pm
Saturday 6am - 11:30pm
Sunday 6am - 11:30pm

Telephone

+12059562184

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