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Memory care in Gulf Shores 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 Gulf Shores is about $3,952 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 82 communities, read 1242 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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After my stroke Crowne was a safe place for my re-hab, there were many kind people there. Stand-outs for me were [name removed] in the office and [name removed] was awesome she was a nurse on my hall and...
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.
Crowne Place is an assisted living community located in the prestigious Spring Hill area of Mobile, Alabama. There are several beautifully appointed living rooms that include tables for playing games or hosting bridge clubs. Three meals a day with choice of entrees are served in the elegant...
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I truly enjoy living here. The staff are kind and very helpful. I enjoy the meal service The caregivers are very helpful when I need something. The building is clean and also during this holiday season...
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.
Situated in the heart of thriving Mobile, Knollwood Pointe Assisted Living & Memory Care community offers the lifestyle that's just right for you. With proximity to the historic USS Battleship Alabama and the sandy-white beaches of Dauphin Island, this charming community is an ideal place to...
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It is a good place. I would recommended them to a friend.The food is good. The room sizes are good. The main problem I have seen is in management. There is a lot of staff turn over. The staff I have worked...
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.
Located near the white beaches of Gulf Shores, Haven Memory Care is Coastal Alabama's premier memory care provider offering assisted living for all stages of memory loss associated with Alzheimer's or other related dementias. Our senior living community delivers a beautiful environment where...
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So far so good. I moved my mother in a little over a month ago and so far I must say it was probably one of the best decisions we could've made. Country Place has been wonderful for my mom. Her apartment is...
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.
Country Place Senior Living is more than an assisted living residence, it's a place where true friendships are made, lives are shared and care warms the heart. Our uniquely intimate setting of 24 suites limits the number of residents, thereby fostering a feeling of 'family' and belonging. When...
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I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. This is a wonderful community. The staff are supportive and great to work with. The campus is beautiful. There is even a community garden...
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.
Homestead Village’s purpose is to provide a quality retirement experience. We have beautiful independent living and assisted living apartments on a month to month rental basis, with a 30 day out notice. We have no endowment or buy in. Homestead Village is on a beautiful 17 acre campus, located in...
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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.
Country Place Senior Living is more than an assisted living residence, it's a place where true friendships are made, lives are shared and care warms the heart. Our uniquely intimate setting of 24 suites limits the number of residents, thereby fostering a feeling of 'family' and belonging. When...
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I have my aunt here. The reputation used to be bad here but it has changed with the new management. I want everyone to know that this place is much better than the past.
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.
Noble Senior Living at Pensacola is an assisted living and memory care community centrally located in Pensacola, Florida. Our community has beautiful courtyards that give it the feel of country living in a convenient, urban setting. Our community is set on Mobile Highway close to three area...
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I love the Baldwin House. I am so blessed that it was my choice.
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.
The Baldwin House is a family owned and operated assisted living community along the Eastern Shore. With more than 50 combined years of senior living experience, the Baldwin House was established in 2010. The Baldwin House pours their energy into the community every day. Each resident receives...
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If you need a place for mom, dad, uncle Joe or aunt Mabel this is the place, so much to do, the food is good, free cable and internet, and so very much more, I would not be anywhere but here Come check it...
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.
Renowned for our convenient location, excellence in food, first-class staff, affordability and signature activities; Grandview Retirement Center is Pensacola’s most recommended senior community.We offer your loved one an opportunity to enjoy living a comfortable daily routine by providing an...
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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.
Your Next Great AdventureJust a short drive from local amenities like West Florida Hospital and the always pleasant gulf of Mexico, you will find a warm and cheerful assisted living community full of men and women who inspire you to pursue your golden years with enthusiasm. From the moment you...
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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.
Murray House is a portrait of our philosophy for living life with dignity. The quality care our responsive care givers provide, and our respect for all is reflected in the daily lives and high morale of our residents, in our attentive staff, and in the confidence placed in us by caring and...
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Nothing in particular. They were helpful getting the move coordinated. Yes, we would recommend the community to other families based on the experience.
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.
Northpointe and Westpointe Retirement Community provides its residents with the peace of mind knowing that their rent will not increase. They will enjoy the respect and dignity of being cared for by our long-time employees. Four of our employees have been working for us for over 20 years, and 15...
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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 Grove does not provide assistant living facilities but it is a great place to live if you enjoy socializing with neighbors that are over 55. Having a golf cart to ride around the community to attend...
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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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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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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
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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: 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.
Licensed as a specialty care assisted living, The John McClure Snook Regional Center is a 30,500 sq. ft. community located in Daphne, Alabama, on 38 acres adjacent to Catherine Place Assisted Living. The community is owned and operated by Mercy Medical and is Mercy's sixth residential community....
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About 2 years ago, my grandmother moved into Westminster Village. It was her 1st move in over 50 years and being a widow, both her and my family were a little nervous until we all realized how great...
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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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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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: 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.
Our covenant is to improve the quality of every life we touch by providing comprehensive support, personalized care, and honoring the wishes of our patients and families.Vision:To deliver world-class service and innovative solutions for the nation’s most vulnerable populations, while preserving...
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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.

Cost of memory care in Gulf Shores, AL

The average cost of senior living in Gulf Shores is $3,952 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bay Minette, AL with an average of $3,378 per month.

Memory care costs in Gulf Shores, AL, vs. nearby cities

Gulf Shores, AL
$3,952/mo
$4,011/mo

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

Gulf Shores, AL
$3,952/mo
$4,006/mo
U.S. national average
$4,955/mo

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

Memory Care
$3,952/mo

Memory care costs in Gulf Shores, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,325/mo
Studio
$4,117/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,421/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,706/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,331/mo

Senior living costs in Gulf Shores 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: Gulf Shores, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGulf Shores, ALAlabamaU.S.
Memory Care$3,952/mo$4,006/mo$4,955/mo
Assisted Living$3,943/mo$3,946/mo$4,705/mo
Independent Living$3,641/mo$3,593/mo$4,161/mo
Memory Care
Gulf Shores, AL:$3,952/mo
Alabama:$4,006/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Assisted Living
Gulf Shores, AL:$3,943/mo
Alabama:$3,946/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Independent Living
Gulf Shores, AL:$3,641/mo
Alabama:$3,593/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Memory care costs in Gulf Shores, AL, over time

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

Gulf Shores, ALAL stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Gulf Shores, AL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Gulf Shores 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
Gulf Shores, AL$4,779/mo$4,952/mo-3.5%
Alabama$5,079/mo$4,958/mo+2.4%
National$6,439/mo$6,063/mo+6.2%
Gulf Shores, AL
2024 average cost:$4,779/mo
2023 average cost:$4,952/mo
Percent change:-3.5%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$5,079/mo
2023 average cost:$4,958/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
National
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 Gulf Shores

Recent reviews for memory care in Gulf Shores

Haven Memory Care in Gulf Shores, AL

4.0
After looking at different options for my dad this facility had the most to offer in regards to the amount of care my father needed. He is settled in and seems happy. He interacts with the other residents and staff as best as he can. He enjoys the food to where he has put some weight on which is ...
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Homestead Village of Pensacola

5.0
We chose Homestead Village because it is close to our home and also we know several people who have been here and they had a good experience. The price was also reasonable and it has also been chosen #1 for senior living in our area. They have been good with communication and they always call me ...
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Live Oak Village Independent and Assisted Living in Foley, AL

5.0
Extremely friendly and helpful. I picked this community because of the location and price. Close to doctor, cardiologist and retinal specialty institute.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Properly maintained personal belongings. Several reviews mention the loss or misplacement of residents' belongings in various communities. At YourLife of Pensacola, residents have reported missing clothing items and personal belongings, while at The Waterford at Creekside, a resident's mattress cover was not returned after being wa ...
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Genuinely caring and attentive staff. Numerous reviews highlight the kindness, friendliness, and dedication of community staff members towards their residents. At Proveer at Port City, the staff is described as treating residents with love and care, while The Waterford at Creekside residents express gratitude for the staff's gen ...
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Variety of compassionate and engaging activities. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities designed to keep them entertained and socially engaged. At The Brennity at Daphne Assisted Living and Memory Care, bingo, movies, and crafts are popular offerings, while YourLife of Pensacola residents appreciate activities such as gardening and mus ...
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Thorough and ongoing communication between families and staff. Families value open and consistent communication with their loved ones' caregivers to ensure their well-being and address any concerns. At The Beacon at Gulf Breeze, staff promptly addressed issues and kept the family informed, while The Waterford at Creekside residents appreciate the activi ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Delicious and nutritious meals are an essential part of residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At The Brennity at Daphne Assisted Living and Memory Care, the meals are served in a restaurant-style setting, and residents can choose what they like. The chef at YourLife of Pensa ...
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Safe and well-maintained living spaces. Residents require a clean, safe, and well-maintained living environment for optimal health and comfort. At Windermere Memory Care Inc, residents' living spaces were left in unsanitary conditions and their belongings were not properly cared for. However, at YourLife of Pensacola, the communit ...
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Gulf Shores review score based on 315 family reviews

8.1
Review score71 facilities315 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 315 reviews of 71 Gulf Shores memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gulf Shores 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

Gulf Shores review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Gulf Shores, AL71 facilities
8.1
Orange Beach, AL84 facilities
8.6
Foley, AL7 facilities

Review subcategories for Gulf Shores 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 315 reviews of 71 Gulf Shores memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gulf Shores 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.
Gulf Shores, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
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Gulf Shores memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gulf Shores memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gulf Shores, 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 Gulf Shores 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 Gulf Shores that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gulf Shores, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.3%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50.7%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.1%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.4%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gulf Shores 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 Gulf Shores Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gulf Shores, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.6%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.8%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.2%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.1%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gulf Shores 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 Gulf Shores partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gulf Shores, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.8%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
35.2%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.4%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gulf Shores 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 Gulf Shores communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gulf Shores, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.8%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
42.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.3%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gulf Shores 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 Gulf Shores offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
49.3%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.4%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.3%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.7%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.9%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.7%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.8%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.3%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
43.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
35.2%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.3%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Gulf Shores

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