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Memory care in Gardendale 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 Gardendale is about $4,195 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 14 communities, read 235 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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87 reviews
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We have been thrilled with our move in experience at The Danberry. They have gone well above the call of duty to insure that the move in experience for our Mom has been as smooth as possible. Melissa and her...
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.
Danberry at Inverness reflects a complete break from the conventions of ordinary senior living communities by embracing a distinctive philosophy focused on celebrating life with style. Here, you will find every convenience and amenity imaginable for active adults over 55, including a full...
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99 Photos available
4646 Floor plans available
9.9
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28 reviews
9.9
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28 reviews
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What has made Monark Grove such a great experience so far is the staff. [name removed], [name removed], [name removed], and [name removed] are great. We also really like the programs different activities...
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.
There's beauty in new beginnings - and a thrill in knowing the possibilities they bring. Just like the metamorphosis of a butterfly, nature has a way of showing us there are wonders to be celebrated in all of life's stages - and now that you've worked hard, it's time to enjoy. Senior living at...
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88 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.5
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61 reviews
9.5
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61 reviews
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There idea of aging in place. Brookdale at Home has been a life saver. My dad gets to stay in "independent living" but can get assistance with all things on an as needed basis. The staff is amazing. I feel...
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.
Come see if our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, is the right fit for you and your family. Here you’ll have independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing all on one campus. So if you or your spouse need more care later, you’ll have the lifestyle you want and...
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99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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14 reviews
9.3
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14 reviews
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All 5's! We are very pleased. What we like the most about Legacy Ridge at Trussville is the staff. The staff have all been great. Communication with them is easy. Lots of activities, but not too many.
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.
Sunrise Ridge is an assisted living community located in Trussville, AL. With a classic small-town atmosphere, Trussville is known for its close-knit community, its beautiful Cahaba Village historic district and its wide variety of shopping and entertainment venues. Residents and visitors alike...
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44 Photos available
8.6
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37 reviews
8.6
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37 reviews
5 star
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Everything is great except they can be really slow with important maintenence requests such as the AC. Overall is it a great place, especially for our price point.
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Elite Senior Living Center located in Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama and provides independent living where residents receive the memory care that they need. Our community provides seniors with a great place to call home. Those who are visiting residents of this community will find that...
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8.0
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17 reviews
8.0
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17 reviews
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My grandmother moved to Columbia Cottage a few months ago. I have been amazed by the wonderful, caring staff that go above and beyond to care for my grandmother. My grandmother loves the painting classes 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.
Newly Renovated!!Nestled within a serene neighborhood, The Brook is a haven of compassionate care and comfort for our cherished residents. Here, we prioritize individual well-being and offer personalized support that allows residents to maintain their independence while receiving the assistance...
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5.7
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44 reviews
5.7
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The facility is pretty nice, I think some things could be upgraded. But mom is very pleased. The staff is very friendly and quick to address any issues we have. They do housekeeping often and her room is...
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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So far we have had a very good experience with St. Martins in the Pines. The staff are wonderful and very friendly, and you can tell they really take good care of our loved ones. The facility itself is very...
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.
A Life Plan, commonly referred to as a Continuing Care Retirement Community, St. Martin’s in the Pines offers a comprehensive range of care to support seniors through all stages of living. Accommodations include restaurant-style dining, gated beautiful grounds, community garden, daily activities,...
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1.0
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33 reviews
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33 reviews
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The apartments are spacious and the cost was actually better then other places we had toured. The kitchen staff was so friendly and helpful with our loved one her first week of moving there, they really...
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.
Peachtree Senior Living is an assisted and independent living community offering personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in an intimate, professionally managed setting.We are proud to celebrate our 100% DEFICIENCY FREE state survey!!!Peachtree's Assisted Living is...
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We chose Kirkwood by the River because of the convenient location for me and it was a relatively good price compared to some others we looked at. She had a 1 bedroom and it was about 600 square feet. The...
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.
Kirkwood by the River was founded as a nonprofit in 1980 by Independent Presbyterian Church to offer Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Medicare Rehabilitation. Set on 120 acres on the Cahaba River, Kirkwood by the River feels miles away from the...
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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.
Photo of Alabama Living Center
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.
· Alabama Living Center Assisted Living Center If you or someone in your family is having difficulty living independently, yet doesn't need 24-hour care and medical supervision, then assisted living will provide the ideal solution. If you or a loved one requires assistance with bathing,...
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My mom is doing great as a resident in the community. She enjoys the meals and the activities are good. She has been happy so far and the staff are good with the care and good at giving my updates where it...
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.
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Greenbriar on Hanover is a lovely community. My mother is very happy here. The staff is very nice. The community is kept organized and cleaned. One thing i really like is that the meals are delicious. I...
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.
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My loved one has recently moved into this community and so far everything is going well for him there. The staff have been very friendly and I am comfortable with the quality of care they are providing him....
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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Gardendale, AL

The average cost of senior living in Gardendale is $4,195 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include County Line, AL with an average of $3,564 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Gardendale, AL vs. nearby cities

Gardendale, AL
$4,195/mo
$4,208/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Gardendale, AL vs. the state and national average

Gardendale, AL
$4,195/mo
$3,862/mo
U.S. national average
$4,815/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Gardendale vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,195/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Gardendale, AL by room type

Semi-Private
$2,873/mo
Studio
$3,823/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,442/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,387/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Gardendale over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Gardendale

Recent reviews for memory care in Gardendale

Fair Haven Retirement Community in Birmingham, AL

4.0
There have been some issues with the billing but I'm having a meeting with them this week to get that resolved. Based on our experience I would recommend them.

The Bungalows at Riverchase in Hoover, AL

4.1
We have really enjoyed our time at the Bungalows at Riverchase. The place is very well maintained and it's more like a hotel than a nursing facility. The smallness of the facility really helps our mother. I would highly recommend it.

Proveer at Grayson Valley in Birmingham, AL

4.5
The meals and dining service is like clock work, very consistent and good. What really stood out to us and sold us on the community was the overall friendliness of the staff members we met.

Gardendale review score based on 34 family reviews

6.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 34 reviews of 14 Gardendale memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gardendale 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

Gardendale review score compared against nearby cities

6.5
Gardendale, AL14 facilities
7.3
Fultondale, AL19 facilities
3.4
Morris, AL6 facilities

Review subcategories for Gardendale 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 34 reviews of 14 Gardendale memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gardendale 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.
Gardendale, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
3.7
4.0
Activities
3.8
3.9
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Gardendale memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gardendale memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gardendale, 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 Gardendale 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 Gardendale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gardendale, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.3%
65.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.7%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.9%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gardendale 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 Gardendale Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gardendale, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
73.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.4%
45.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gardendale 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 Gardendale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gardendale, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
44%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
49.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Gardendale 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 Gardendale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gardendale, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.7%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gardendale 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 Gardendale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gardendale, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.7%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.7%
27.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
35.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
30.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.7%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Gardens of Pelham, Danberry at Inverness and Monark Grove Greystone are the top-rated memory care facilities near Gardendale, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 14 memory care facilities near Gardendale, Alabama. See the full list.

The 14 memory care facilities near you in Gardendale, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Gardendale, 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 Gardendale, 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 Gardendale, Alabama ranges from $1189 to $9990. The average Memory Care cost in Gardendale, Alabama is $4,195. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Gardendale, Alabama typically starts at $1189. 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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