Helena, Alabama: Revitalized community with small-town charm.
The Crossings brings an exciting new place to live inspired – built upon the values and traditions we all love about the area but different from other retirement communities in all the best ways. The convenient location of The Crossings reflects the people and the area; it serves as a vibrant, active community that’s more than just a place to live – it’s a place to grow and connect. You’re greeted with hospitality, authenticity and warmth from the moment you enter the door. Our flexible living options, including independent living, assisted living and memory care, offer contemporary, maintenance-free apartments, a thoughtful range of services and amenities, and access to quality care if ever needed. Full of outstanding experiences and neighborly surroundings, senior living at The Crossings offers everything you want and so much more than you expect. Contact us today to schedule a tour and learn more.
Helena is a nature-lover’s paradise, featuring lush landscapes and the area’s famous Cahaba lilies. State parks and nature preserves surround the town, including Oak Mountain State Park. Established in 1927, this picturesque park has grown to just under 10,000 acres, making it the largest state park in Alabama. It features recreational activities, hiking and mountain biking trails, as well as a wildlife rehabilitation center. You can also enjoy concerts at the outdoor amphitheater. Amphitheater Park is recognized as Helena’s central meeting space, with a small open-air pavilion that serves as a viewing area for the waterfall at the old dam. Joe Tucker Park, also located in Helena, features walking trails where you can discover regional flora and fauna.
Once a thriving center of steel production and coal mining, Helena fell on hard times after the depression and devastating tornadoes of 1933. But in recent years, Helena has become a thriving suburb of Birmingham. Visit the Kenneth R. Penhale City of Helena Museum, housed in a building that dates back to the late 1800s. The museum showcases everything from the town’s military history to the construction of the railroad and even information about the tornado, which nearly destroyed the city. When you are in town, enjoy a leisurely stroll creek side to appreciate the small-town charm of Helena. Take the bridge over Buck Creek and stop by the Helena Welcome Center, a small train car filled with puzzles and books. Browse unique boutiques, sample the tastes of local chefs, mingle and relax while you sip refreshments as you stroll down Helena’s quaint and historic main street.