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Memory care in Clay 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 Clay is about $3,036 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 43 communities, read 104 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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, 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.
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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.
Photo of MyKale Residential Living
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
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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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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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My mother has been at Morningside six years and is very satisfied. The activities have kept her more active and entertained. Staff has been friendly and helpful. Family knows she is getting the best of...
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.
Located on the outskirts of Fayette, Morningside has provided state-licensed assisted living services since 1992. Our licensed professional associates provide excellent resident satisfaction, vibrant programming and care which the community has come to know and trust 24 hours a day, seven...
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.
Photo of The Sunshine Inn
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
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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 Clay, MS

The average cost of senior living in Clay is $3,036 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Golden, MS with an average of $2,188 per month.

Memory care costs in Clay, MS, vs. nearby cities

Clay, MS
$3,036/mo
$3,036/mo
$3,248/mo

Memory care costs in Clay, MS, vs. state and national averages

Clay, MS
$3,036/mo
U.S. national average
$4,943/mo

Memory care costs in Clay, MS, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,036/mo

Memory care costs in Clay, MS, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,106/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,908/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,500/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,500/mo

Senior living costs in Clay 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: Clay, MS
Column state: Mississippi
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClay, MSMississippiU.S.
Memory Care$3,036/mo$3,643/mo$4,943/mo
Assisted Living$3,036/mo$3,535/mo$4,710/mo
Independent Living$2,744/mo$3,305/mo$4,158/mo
Memory Care
Clay, MS:$3,036/mo
Mississippi:$3,643/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Assisted Living
Clay, MS:$3,036/mo
Mississippi:$3,535/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Independent Living
Clay, MS:$2,744/mo
Mississippi:$3,305/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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Memory care costs in Clay, MS, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Clay 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.

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Memory care cost trends in Clay, MS

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Clay 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
Clay, MS$3,978/mo$3,646/mo+9.1%
Mississippi$4,349/mo$4,535/mo-4.1%
National$5,727/mo$5,499/mo+4.1%
Clay, MS
2024 average cost:$3,978/mo
2023 average cost:$3,646/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
Mississippi
2024 average cost:$4,349/mo
2023 average cost:$4,535/mo
Percent change:-4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,727/mo
2023 average cost:$5,499/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
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What families are saying about memory care in Clay

Recent reviews for memory care in Clay

Dogwood Fulton, LLC

4.5
The facility and staff were ok, location is great.

Magnolia Place New Albany

4.6
The staff at Magnolia Place was outstanding! The compassion, friendliness, and level of care they provided my sister was out of this world! Simply incredible. Sadly, my sister passed away...Through all of that, too, the help and care the staff gave us was such a tremendous blessing. There are no ...
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Dogwood Corinth

5.0
Get here as fast as you can and get your name on the list. I have already recommended this facility to other folks. I would move in myself if I needed to. The food is wonderful and they offer a great variety. They will fix anything if you ask.

Clay review score based on 41 family reviews

7.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 41 reviews of 35 Clay memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Clay 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

Clay review score compared against nearby cities

7.5
Clay, MS35 facilities
7.5
Fulton, MS43 facilities
7.5
Tremont, MS41 facilities

Review subcategories for Clay 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 41 reviews of 35 Clay memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Clay 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.
Clay, MS averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.3
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.8
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Clay memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clay memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clay, 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 Clay 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 Clay that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Clay, MSNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.4%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.1%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.9%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
8.6%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.3%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.6%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.1%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Clay 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 Clay Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Clay, MSNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
31.4%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
8.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
17.1%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.7%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Clay 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 Clay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clay, MSNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.1%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
37.1%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
49.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Clay 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 Clay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clay, MSNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
2.9%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
11.4%
36.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clay 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 Clay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clay, MSNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.1%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.1%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.7%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.9%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
37.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.6%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Clay

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 Mississippi memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Clay protect seniors.
Learn about Mississippi memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Landmark Lifestyles at Tupelo, Magnolia Manor at Tupelo and Southern Magnolia Golden are the top-rated memory care facilities near Clay, Mississippi. See full list of communities.

There are 43 memory care facilities near Clay, Mississippi. See the full list.

The 43 memory care facilities near you in Clay, Mississippi typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Clay, Mississippi, 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 Clay, Mississippi, 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 Clay, Mississippi ranges from $900 to $5600. The average Memory Care cost in Clay, Mississippi is $3,036. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Clay, Mississippi typically starts at $900. 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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