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Memory care in Joy 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 Joy is about $4,338 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 97 communities, read 1593 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Danberry is an exceptional facility. Of all the assisted living facilities we visited, only Longleaf was in the same level of quality, but not at the level of Danberry. The room, the food, the 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.
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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My Mother is a resident of Gardens of Pelham and she adores living there. She loves all the sweet people who work there and the fun activities ( especially bingo). It is a wonderful place and the workers...
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.
At the Gardens of Pelham Assisted Living, our retirement community meets the diverse and changing needs of today’s senior citizens. Conveniently located off 1-65 North at exit 246 in Pelham near the Oak Mountain Park, the Garden’s atmosphere is warm and relaxed. Our month-to-month rent, without...
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Personnel are always friendly, efficient and dependable. When experience a problem that problem is taken care of and solved as soon possible. Activities are regent and avaliable to all residents who would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
If you think senior living at Bridgewood Gardens is like a nursing home … think again! We ensure residents are living an active and enriching lifestyle through our dedicated assisted living and award-winning memory care services. Come see how we can elevate your lifestyle with engaging and...
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The dining room servers are excellent. Extra activities for residents are plentiful, such as movies twice a week, exercise, gym, salt water indoor heated pool, art classes, card playing and lectures.
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.
The Residences at Wellpoint is nestled in the mountains of beautiful Hampton Cove, overlooking the Hampton Cove Golf Course. This innovative senior community features Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Life at Wellpoint, is designed to restore well-being and rejuvenate the...
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We recently moved my Dad here and we love Silver Lakes! From the moment I first visited, I could feel how at home everyone felt, definitely like a family community! It sits among the beautiful North Alabama...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Silver Lakes Senior Living offers Independent Living, traditional Assisted Living as well as a person-centered Memory Care program. This newly renovated community offers a vibrant, homelike environment where assistance is right around the corner any time of the day or night. Whether it’s...
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Best assisted living facility in this area. We have checked. I would recommend and all I have to say is don't waste your time. Just go to the crossings.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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This place is great. The staff is very attentive and kind. They are encouraging my 91yr old mom to join the activities and help to get out to eat in the dining room. The head nurse is keeping me informed and...
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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While I may sound a bit critical regarding the food and activities, my concerns stem from my loved one's experience. Unfortunately, she finds the food unappealing, and I have to agree—it doesn’t look very...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Lakeview Estates, a Phoenix Senior Living community, offers premier senior living services with superior personalized care and luxury-style accommodations with a comfortable, small-town feel. From the moment you enter Lakeview Estates, it will become clear that our goal is to instill purpose and...
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What we like the most about Kauhale Byrd Springs community is the staff and residents are friendly. We love the large windows that allow a lot of natural light into common spaces. It feels like a home.
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.
Proveer at Byrd Springs is a charming assisted living community where life is meant to be lived at your own pace. Located in the Tennessee River Valley, this community has played an important role in Huntsville’s senior living experiences for 20 years. Nicknamed Rocket City, the area is known for...
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[name removed], the Director, was a true gift from the Lord. She walked with us through every stage- even transitioning out of Morningside into a a new facility. We also had the sweetest relationship with...
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.
Morningside of Decatur, located on the outskirts of historic Decatur offers warm, southern hospitality in a supportive community that quickly feels like home. You’ll love the thoughtfully designed residences, beautifully decorated common areas, and a single-floor design that makes it easy to get...
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Environment, cost with levels (currently doesn't need any additional services. I will say they were kind in holding my mom's room when she had a medical set back. My mom feels welcomed and is enjoying her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Located in Hoover, Alabama, Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase is a newly renovated senior living community featuring a total of 110 beautifully appointed residences: 86 assisted living and 28 memory care apartments. The innovative assisted living apartments, specialized dementia care suites and...
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Recommendation from a friend who has a family member there. I absolutely would recommend & I have. I mean it isn't perfect but they have taken great care of my mom.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
From the moment you walk through the door, you will experience the difference that is Chateau Vestavia. Family owned and locally operated, we are a part of the beautiful Vestavia Hills community. Our caring professional staff is committed to making this the most worry-free time of your life. We...
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5 for each of them the last one my husband was happy and I felt he was safe. The place is really clean the people are nice and there is a turn over line all places. The food is delicious there are real...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Welcome to The Terrace at Priceville Senior Living, Assisted Living and Alzheimer's Care in Priceville, Alabama Welcome to The Terrace at Priceville! Our beautiful senior living retirement community offers Independent Living for active seniors, Assisted Living with the levels of care, and...
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It was the best choice available at the time. We would recommend Brookdale. My sister is making friends and reading almost every book in the library! This is a nice place to start living again.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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My only concern is that their prices have gone up every year that my relative has been there. However, Yes, I'd recommend a Bungalows to anyone. The staff has been very nice and informed me if there's ever...
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.
Morningside of Riverchase in Hoover, Alabama is a beautifully furnished assisted living community offering spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, and a wealth of amenities so you can feel right at home, right from the start.Located in historic Hoover, Morningside of Riverchase is an elegantly...
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Overall our experience has been really good! The staff is very caring and my mom seems to be making the transition well. Her room is clean and has plenty of space for what she needs.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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Attentive and pleasant staff. Very good food with options. Nice facility and excellent activities director. Pricing is very competitive.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Welcome to Goldton at Jones Farm, a fresh perspective on senior living. We’ve dedicated our lives to ensure there is purpose in every breath of each resident we’re honored to serve. We understand that elders and their loved ones depend on us not only to live, but to live well. It’s a challenge we...
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I am happy my parents are here. However, when my mother fell in the side yard, the staff refused to help my dad stand her up. I thought my parents would be safer there since staff would be around to help....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
At our luxurious, private retirement community in Huntsville, Ala., offering independent and assisted living options for seniors, you’re in the right place to seize your new opportunities and make the most of them. For independent living residents, it might mean trading in the chores of home and...
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The staff was always friendly. They treat everyone like family. My mom loved them!!! I love them!!! Yes, we would recommend this community to other families!!! When my mother passed in January the staff got...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Country Cottage — Decatur is an assisted living community located in Decatur, Alabama. Decatur is a city situated in Morgan and Limestone counties and is affectionately known as 'The River City.' As the largest city in Morgan County, it offers its residents a wide array of shopping, dining and...
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There are several staff members who are truly wonderful and very caring. However, the building where my loved one resides appears to be somewhat short-staffed, and it seems that an additional team member...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Because home is so important to all of us, the Cottage not only has wonderful cozy common areas where new and old friends can enjoy being together, but it offers different sizes and styles of room, and service programs tailored to perfectly suit the needs of each resident. Whether your loved one...
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I would rate each of these a 5. I think it is a wonderful place for seniors. Small enough for good care. Very clean. Friendly and caring staff.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
The Ridge at Grandeview offers assisted living which means the staff will provide as much or as little support as you need. Services include on-site rehabilitation services, medication management, pharmacy services, individualized service plans and more. We also offer memory care needed for...
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Redstone has a few independent rooms they call Select which don't require an equity buy-in. [name removed] was able to get one of those. It's much cheaper. They don't get to participate in as many 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.
Huntsville Alabama's Premier Life Care Retirement Community offering Independent Living, Licensed Assisted Living, Licensed Specialty Care Assisted Living, and Licensed Skilled Nursing on a beautiful mountain top with scenic views.
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Our experience was fantastic, though it was short-lived due to medical issues that required a higher level of care. I would consider HarborChase one of the top contenders in the area for future needs. I was...
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.
Jasper is located in the Northwest part of Alabama. It is a community with beautiful nature, and a rich historical heritage. Here you'll find the home you've been looking for...HarborChase of Jasper Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Our community is unique in that we...
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Our building had a Friday night get together, where we had food, played games and had fun. None of there other buildings did this, so that's what made it so special. I'm no longer living there, as I have...
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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Our family has been extremely pleased with the care Mom has received since moving to this facility. From the Executive Director to the Handyman, everyone is attentive, engaging and professional. The facility...
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.
Elevate your loved one’s quality of life at Carillon Oaks Lincoln, a thoughtfully designed space for our residents with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Our full-time Memory Care Activities Director creates engaging activities that celebrate individual interests and passions, while our dedicated team...
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Cost of memory care in Joy, AL

The average cost of senior living in Joy is $4,338 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oneonta, AL with an average of $3,147 per month.

Memory care costs in Joy, AL, vs. nearby cities

Joy, AL
$4,338/mo
$4,282/mo

Memory care costs in Joy, AL, vs. state and national averages

Joy, AL
$4,338/mo
$3,978/mo
U.S. national average
$4,943/mo

Memory care costs in Joy, AL, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,338/mo

Memory care costs in Joy, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,200/mo
Studio
$4,669/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,910/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,777/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,740/mo

Senior living costs in Joy vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Joy, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeJoy, ALAlabamaU.S.
Memory Care$4,338/mo$3,978/mo$4,943/mo
Assisted Living$4,290/mo$3,919/mo$4,710/mo
Independent Living$3,842/mo$3,563/mo$4,158/mo
Memory Care
Joy, AL:$4,338/mo
Alabama:$3,978/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Assisted Living
Joy, AL:$4,290/mo
Alabama:$3,919/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Independent Living
Joy, AL:$3,842/mo
Alabama:$3,563/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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Memory care costs in Joy, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Joy and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Joy, ALAL stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Joy, AL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Joy have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Joy, AL$5,212/mo$5,049/mo+3.2%
Alabama$5,087/mo$4,965/mo+2.5%
National$6,504/mo$6,180/mo+5.2%
Joy, AL
2024 average cost:$5,212/mo
2023 average cost:$5,049/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$5,087/mo
2023 average cost:$4,965/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,504/mo
2023 average cost:$6,180/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Joy

Recent reviews for memory care in Joy

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 Neighborhood at Priceville in Decatur, AL

5.0
What our family likes most about The Terrace at Priceville is the friendliness of the staff. Yes, we would recommend them to other families, but they are very expensive to [fee removed] a month. The community is Cissy with active vies in morning and afternoon, nurses communicate. The Terrace ...
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Country Cottage - Decatur

5.0
The staff CARES!!! The staff is down to earth and genuinely cares about their residents. My mother has had a hard time moving into assisted living because she is fiercely independent.. the staff here has included her and everything and makes her feel welcome.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Thoughtful and attentive staff. Residents praise the kindness and consideration shown by staff members at various communities, including Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center, Brookdale Hampton Cove, and The Goldton at Jones Farm. Families appreciate the responsiveness and communication from staff, ensuring loved on ...
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High-quality food and dining experiences. Reviews consistently highlight the importance of quality food in the satisfaction of residents, with communities like The Crossings at Riverchase, Silver Lakes Senior Living, and Bridgewood Gardens offering delicious meals that cater to individual preferences and dietary needs.
Varied and engaging activities. Communities offer diverse activities to encourage socializing and stimulate residents, as noted in reviews for The Crossings at Riverchase, Danberry at Inverness, and Lakeview Estates. Activities cater to different interests and abilities, keeping residents active and engaged.
Properly maintained facilities. Reviews often mention the cleanliness and upkeep of both living spaces and common areas at communities such as Madison at The Range, Brookdale Hampton Cove, and Elite Senior Living Center. Residents and families alike appreciate the importance placed on maintaining a comfortable and welcom ...
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Individualized care plans. Individualized care plans catering to residents' unique needs and preferences are highlighted in reviews for Monark Grove Madison, Brookdale University Park, and HarborChase of Jasper. Staff members take time to understand each resident's specific requirements, fostering a sense of persona ...
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Supportive and inclusive community atmosphere. Reviews at Bridgewood Gardens, The Neighborhood at Priceville, and Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center emphasize the welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Residents feel a sense of belonging and connection with their peers, making for a positive and enjoyable living experien ...
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AI generated from the text of family reviews

Joy review score based on 468 family reviews

8.4
Review score87 facilities468 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 468 reviews of 87 Joy memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Joy 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

Joy review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Joy, AL87 facilities
8.3
Blountsville, AL95 facilities
8.5
Cleveland, AL96 facilities

Review subcategories for Joy 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 468 reviews of 87 Joy memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Joy 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.
Joy, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.3
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.8
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Joy memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Joy memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Joy, 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 Joy 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 Joy that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Joy, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
49.4%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.5%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.7%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.1%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
29.9%
69.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Joy 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 Joy Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Joy, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.3%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.7%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.4%
25.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Joy 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 Joy partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Joy, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.6%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
28.7%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.7%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.1%
20.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Joy 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 Joy communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Joy, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.4%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
22.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Joy 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 Joy offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Joy, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
54%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.5%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.8%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.4%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.7%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.2%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.7%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
48.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
32.2%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.6%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.4%
45.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Joy

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Alabama memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Joy protect seniors.
Learn about Alabama memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Danberry at Inverness, Gardens of Pelham and Bridgewood Gardens are the top-rated memory care facilities near Joy, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 97 memory care facilities near Joy, Alabama. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Joy, Alabama are Danberry at Inverness, Gardens of Pelham and Residences at Wellpoint. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 97 memory care facilities near you in Joy, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Joy, 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 Joy, 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 Joy, Alabama ranges from $1189 to $9990. The average Memory Care cost in Joy, Alabama is $4,338. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Joy, 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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