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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Bessie, AL
Memory care in Bessie 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 Bessie is about $4,001 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 58 communities, read 1166 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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.
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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Cost of memory care in Bessie, AL
The average cost of senior living in Bessie is $4,001 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Billingsley, AL with an average of $3,316 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Bessie, AL vs. the state and national average
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Average cost of Memory Care in Bessie over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Bessie
Recent reviews for memory care in Bessie
Homeland Assisted Living Facility in Jemison, AL
5.0
My parents have been here almost a year. The staff and owner are friendly and have genuine concern for the residents. They get to know the residents, so when something is not right (mentally/physically) they know and can address it quickly.
It’s never easy for a person to transition from ...
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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 Landings at Northport
5.0
My mother-in-law is just loving it here. She has a nice sized two bedroom with a kitchenette and she had plenty of room for most of her stuff and so she feels right at home. The staff has been great in helping her settle in. She hasn't done too many of the activities, but she loves going on ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center, Plantation Manor, and Lakeview Estates. Families express appreciation for staff members going the extra mile to ensure residents' needs are met an ...
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Well-planned activities to encourage socialization. Residents enjoy the diverse range of activities offered at communities like The Crossings at Riverchase, Brookdale University Park, and Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center. Activities include games, singing, gardening classes, and outings to museums and parks, helping residents stay ...
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Consistent communication between families and staff. Reviews highlight the importance of clear communication between families and staff, with families feeling informed and reassured. At Danberry at Inverness, Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center, and Crimson Village, staff members regularly update families on residents' conditions and ...
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Comfortable and clean living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and comfort of the living spaces at different communities, such as Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center, The Crossings at Riverchase, and Plantation Manor, ensuring residents have a peaceful and inviting environment.
Caring and professional caregivers. Numerous reviews express gratitude for the compassionate care provided by caregivers at The Ridge at Grandview, Lakeview Estates, and Oaks on Parkwood, ensuring residents receive the personalized attention they need.
Nutritious meals catering to individual preferences. Residents and families alike appreciate the quality and variety of meals offered at communities like The Ridge at Grandview, The Crossings at Riverchase, and Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center, with staff accommodating dietary restrictions and personal preferences to foster a posit ...
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Bessie review score based on 294 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 294 reviews of 53 Bessie memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Bessie 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
Bessie review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Bessie 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 294 reviews of 53 Bessie memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Bessie 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.Bessie, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Bessie memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bessie memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bessie, 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 Bessie 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 Bessie that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
49.1%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.3%
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
58.5%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.8%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.7%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.4%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Bessie 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 Bessie Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bessie, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.5%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.4%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.3%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.1%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bessie 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 Bessie partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bessie, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.5%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.4%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.4%
50.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Bessie 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 Bessie communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bessie, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.9%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.4%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
22.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bessie 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 Bessie offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bessie, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.2%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.3%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.1%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.5%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.9%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.7%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.5%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.6%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
47.2%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
24.5%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.4%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gardens of Clanton, Danberry at Inverness and Gardens of Pelham are the top-rated memory care facilities near Bessie, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 58 memory care facilities near Bessie, Alabama. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Bessie, Alabama are Gardens of Clanton, Danberry at Inverness and Gardens of Pelham. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 58 memory care facilities near you in Bessie, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Bessie, 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 Bessie, 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 Bessie, Alabama ranges from $1189 to $9990. The average Memory Care cost in Bessie, Alabama is $4,001. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Bessie, 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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