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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Dawes, AL
Memory care in Dawes offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Dawes is about $3,724 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 15 communities, read 176 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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9.2
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52 reviews
There seemed to be confusion sometimes between what was told to me one day, and then different a few days later. For instance, on a Sunday, I was told that my SIL needed more protein drink. The nurse and I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Are All Mobile-Area Retirement Communities Alike? Somerby Is Truly Something Special. It's The Somerby Spark that does it. Visit Somerby of Mobile, and you'll find beautiful rental apartment homes — in an active, vibrant retirement community just minutes from everything you love in Mobile —...
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8.5
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37 reviews
Like anywhere else. Some staff members are great and some are fair . [name removed]was excellent to work with. It was a good experience.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Proveer at Heritage Woods is ideally situated along Alabama’s Gulf Coast, Mobile offers a blend of dynamic culture and convenient amenities. From shops to restaurants to museums, there’s plenty to explore in Mobile. For the history buffs, the WWII-era USS Alabama battleship sits in Battleship...
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9.4
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29 reviews
Moved my MIL here, after a very unpleasant experience at another memory care facility. The staff has been amazing, in ALL aspects, very experienced in dealing with patients with dementia, which is what one...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
As the premier assisted living and memory care community in the greater Mobile area, Proveer at Port City offers a variety of vibrant social and cultural opportunities that engage residents’ minds and bodies. Take advantage of a full calendar of educational, social, cultural and entertainment...
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8.7
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9 reviews
After my stroke Crowne was a safe place for my re-hab, there were many kind people there. Stand-outs for me were [name removed] in the office and [name removed] was awesome she was a nurse on my hall and...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Crowne Place is an assisted living community located in the prestigious Spring Hill area of Mobile, Alabama. There are several beautifully appointed living rooms that include tables for playing games or hosting bridge clubs. Three meals a day with choice of entrees are served in the elegant...
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8.0
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1 review
My mother has adopted well at Carillon Oaks. The staff have been wonderful and kind to my mother. It has been a positive experience for me and my mother. The residents enjoy the interaction with each other...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Memory care—just for her. Introducing the area’s first assisted-living community exclusively for women’s memory care needs. Located minutes from downtown Mobile, Springhill and west Mobile, Carillon Oaks’ location preserves area residents’ fond memories of life lived conveniently near town—but...
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7.9
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14 reviews
They are really friendly and inviting. To be honest, they just recently this month gotten a new company to over see everything and I'm looking forward to seeing what they can do to make some improvements!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Gordon Oaks offers a wide variety of services designed with you in mind. We make everyday life simple. Independent Living residents can relax pool side, participate in our activities program, and enjoy our dining room with the purchase of a meal plan. Assisted Living and Memory Care residents...
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7.6
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31 reviews
The activities get a 5!!!! Since we moved Dad in [date removed], the executive director position has changed hands 4 times. That is what I have not been pleased with. Also, no one contacts me when this...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Situated in the heart of thriving Mobile, Knollwood Pointe Assisted Living & Memory Care community offers the lifestyle that's just right for you. With proximity to the historic USS Battleship Alabama and the sandy-white beaches of Dauphin Island, this charming community is an ideal place to...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I have been very happy with Country Gables. They really try to make it a home like atmosphere with lots and hugs and one on one. You would really think that it is a bed and breakfast inn somewhere. The...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Country Gables Assisted Living is a senior community situated in the small town of Grand Bay, AL. This town, known for its peach and pecan orchards, is located just a few miles inland from the Mississippi Sound. Grand Bay is best known for its annual Watermelon Festival, which offers visitors and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Dawes, AL
The average cost of senior living in Dawes is $3,724 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bay Minette, AL with an average of $3,451 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dawes, AL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Dawes
Recent reviews for memory care in Dawes
Knollwood Pointe in Mobile, AL
5.0
To my knowledge I'm the only family member that visits my mother. I regret that I wasn't informed when she came down with Covid as I am co- Guardian and the only family visitor she has. Yes, I would recommend this community to others. It's a nice facility and close by for me .
Homestead Village of Fairhope
4.0
Although my mom is still adjusting I know in my heart that she is where she should be. Her biggest complaint is that she has to ask for any over the counter medicine she wants to take, ( ie: aleve, etc) it's not allowed in the residents apartments. Everyone has been very friendly and ...
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The Brennity at Fairhope Senior Living
5.0
The staff was great regarding placement for my father. We were give a 24 hr notice of discharge and [name removed] and [name removed] were able to work with us to get immediate response for admission. The facility is modern and very nice with numerous activity and lounge rooms. They are pet ...
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Dawes review score based on 50 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 50 reviews of 14 Dawes memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Dawes review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Dawes review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Dawes memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 50 reviews of 14 Dawes memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dawes resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Dawes, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Dawes memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dawes memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dawes, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Dawes memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Dawes that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dawes, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.4%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.7%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.6%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dawes memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Dawes Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dawes, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.9%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.4%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dawes memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dawes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dawes, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
50.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Dawes memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dawes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dawes memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Dawes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gardens of Daphne, Proveer at Port City and Somerby of Mobile are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dawes, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 15 memory care facilities near Dawes, Alabama. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Dawes, Alabama is Gardens of Daphne. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 15 memory care facilities near you in Dawes, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dawes, Alabama, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Dawes, Alabama, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Dawes, Alabama ranges from $1200 to $7700. The average Memory Care cost in Dawes, Alabama is $3,724. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Dawes, Alabama typically starts at $1200. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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