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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Gulf Shores, AL
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 $3,846 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 78 communities, read 1085 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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.
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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We put my dad here and he couldn't walk with out falling down even with his walker. In just 2 weeks he can walk without falling or staggering. He loves that he can get out and talk with people when he wants....
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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.
Enon Country Manor The Enon Country Manor is an assisted living community located in sleepy little town of Walnut Hill, FL. This is a quiet community located near the border between the states of Florida and Alabama. Walnut Hill is a peaceful place that has plenty of accommodations for visiting...
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My mother is there and has had excellent care. The nurses and staff are very caring and take pride in there patients. If you really want to know what kind of care your loved one is receiving visit them! No...
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[name removed] is the manager of the community and she was extremely helpful and interactive with our family. Our loved ones stay was short but during his stay they really did do a good job making sure he...
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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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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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I have been very happy with Country Gables. They really try to make it a home like atmosphere with lots and hugs and one on one. You would really think that it is a bed and breakfast inn somewhere. The...
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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 Gables Assisted Living is a senior community situated in the small town of Grand Bay, AL. This town, known for its peach and pecan orchards, is located just a few miles inland from the Mississippi Sound. Grand Bay is best known for its annual Watermelon Festival, which offers visitors and...
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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
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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.
Carrington Place is an assisted living community located in Satsuma, Mobile County, Alabama. If you are looking for a new residence where you will feel comfortable and secure, then Carrington Place is the community for you. Named after the Satsuma orange, Satsuma is a beautiful city filled with...
Cost of memory care in Gulf Shores, AL
The average cost of senior living in Gulf Shores is $3,846 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bay Minette, AL with an average of $3,451 per month.
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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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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.
Homestead Village of Pensacola
5.0
My dad has been a resident here for over a year. I'm so thankful that he's going to be able to age in place and not have to move to another facility as his dementia progresses. He's happy, and that's what counts most of all.
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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 279 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 279 reviews of 68 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
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 279 reviews of 68 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
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4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
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4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
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4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
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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.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
42.6%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.9%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.2%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.5%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.5%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.1%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
39.7%
72.1%
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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.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.2%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.9%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29.4%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.7%
26.4%
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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.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.4%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.6%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
36.8%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.4%
18.2%
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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.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.2%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
41.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
23.1%
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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
50%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.7%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.8%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.5%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.5%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.1%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.9%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.2%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
44.1%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
33.8%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.6%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gardens of Daphne, The Waterford at Carpenter's Creek and Proveer at Port City are the top-rated memory care facilities near Gulf Shores, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 78 memory care facilities near Gulf Shores, Alabama. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Gulf Shores, Alabama are Gardens of Daphne, The Waterford at Carpenter's Creek and The Beacon at Gulf Breeze. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 78 memory care facilities near you in Gulf Shores, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Gulf Shores, 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 Gulf Shores, 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 Gulf Shores, Alabama ranges from $1000 to $7700. The average Memory Care cost in Gulf Shores, Alabama is $3,846. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Gulf Shores, Alabama typically starts at $1000. 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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