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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Dunnavant, AL

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Memory care in Dunnavant 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 Dunnavant is about $4,094 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 73 communities, read 1290 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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My father was in respite care for a few weeks and the staff definitely made him feel like he was at home. The owner would call everyday and inform me of everything that was going on with my father. It was...
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.
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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
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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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The owner and staff of Homeland are extremely friendly and helpful. The price is affordable and the rooms are clean. The owner of Homeland gives her cell phone number and always available. They have been...
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, 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.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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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, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal 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.
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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 loved one was previously a resident at Lakewood Senior Living of Jasper and we loved this place! The staff was great, we loved them. They are a smaller facility, but much more intimate and caring than...
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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
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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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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 Dunnavant, AL

The average cost of senior living in Dunnavant is $4,094 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pell City, AL with an average of $3,851 per month.

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

Dunnavant, AL
$4,094/mo
$4,491/mo

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

Dunnavant, AL
$4,094/mo
$4,000/mo
U.S. national average
$4,954/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,094/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,317/mo
Studio
$4,635/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,401/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,973/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,630/mo

Senior living costs in Dunnavant 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: Dunnavant, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDunnavant, ALAlabamaU.S.
Memory Care$4,094/mo$4,000/mo$4,954/mo
Assisted Living$4,008/mo$3,940/mo$4,703/mo
Independent Living$3,787/mo$3,585/mo$4,160/mo
Memory Care
Dunnavant, AL:$4,094/mo
Alabama:$4,000/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Assisted Living
Dunnavant, AL:$4,008/mo
Alabama:$3,940/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Independent Living
Dunnavant, AL:$3,787/mo
Alabama:$3,585/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Memory care costs in Dunnavant, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Dunnavant 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 Dunnavant, AL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Dunnavant 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dunnavant, AL$5,178/mo$4,738/mo+9.3%
Alabama$5,079/mo$4,958/mo+2.4%
National$6,439/mo$6,063/mo+6.2%
Dunnavant, AL
2024 average cost:$5,178/mo
2023 average cost:$4,738/mo
Percent change:+9.3%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$5,079/mo
2023 average cost:$4,958/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
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2024 average cost:$6,439/mo
2023 average cost:$6,063/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Dunnavant

Recent reviews for memory care in Dunnavant

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.

Kirkwood by the River in Birmingham, AL

4.5
This community offers a lot of activities and they do have entertainers come in. The community is beautiful. Dad seems to like the food and they accommodate his dietary likes. The staff are encouraging, friendly and we have good communication. I would recommend this community.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Comfortable and caring environment for loved ones. Reviews consistently mention the warm and friendly atmosphere at communities, with staff members going above and beyond to provide excellent care. At Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center, families appreciate the kindness shown to their loved ones and the attentiveness of the staff. At S ...
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Quality meals and accommodating dietary needs. Meals are a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, with several reviews emphasizing the importance of accommodating dietary restrictions and individual preferences. At Lakeview Estates, the chef is praised for making appetizing meals, and at The Crossings ...
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Attentive and caring staff. Several reviews express appreciation for the friendly and caring nature of community staff. At Silver Lakes Senior Living, residents and their families have developed long-term friendships with caregivers, and at Brookdale University Park, staff members are described as being very caring and ...
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Well-maintained facilities and grounds. Cleanliness is a common theme in reviews, with residents mentioning the importance of well-maintained facilities and grounds. At Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center, improvements have been made to update the interiors, and at Lakeview Estates, the enclosed outdoor patio area is highli ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Activities are mentioned as a key feature in several reviews, with families praising the wide range of offerings at communities. At Brookdale University Park, residents enjoy activities going on every hour during the day, and at The Crossings at Riverchase, the community offers a great varie ...
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Effective communication between families and staff. Frequent and clear communication between families and staff is essential for ensuring residents' needs are met and for providing peace of mind. At Briar Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center, the business office is top-notch, and at Lakeview Estates, staff members are described as being very ...
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Dunnavant review score based on 356 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 356 reviews of 66 Dunnavant memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dunnavant 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

Dunnavant review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Dunnavant, AL66 facilities
7.5
Leeds, AL7 facilities
8.2
Shoal Creek, AL11 facilities

Review subcategories for Dunnavant 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 356 reviews of 66 Dunnavant memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dunnavant 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.
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Cleanliness
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4.1
Friendliness
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4.2
Care services
4.0
3.9
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.8
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
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Dunnavant memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dunnavant memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dunnavant, 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 Dunnavant 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 Dunnavant 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
47%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39.4%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.2%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.5%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
36.4%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Dunnavant 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 Dunnavant Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.5%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.3%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dunnavant 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 Dunnavant partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dunnavant, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.8%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
22.7%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.7%
49.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dunnavant 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 Dunnavant communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.9%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
19.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dunnavant 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 Dunnavant offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.5%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.5%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.5%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.8%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.9%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
40.9%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
21.2%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.8%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.4%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Dunnavant

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 Dunnavant protect seniors.
Learn about Alabama memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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