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5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Neel, AL

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Memory care in Neel 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 Neel is about $4,168 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 5 communities, read 36 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like  You may also consider nearby communities such as Madison, Decatur and Cullman.

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Photo of Country Cottage - Decatur
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The staff CARES!!! The staff is down to earth and genuinely cares about their residents. My mother has had a hard time moving into assisted living because she is fiercely independent.. the staff here has...
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 Cottage — Decatur is an assisted living community located in Decatur, Alabama. Decatur is a city situated in Morgan and Limestone counties and is affectionately known as 'The River City.' As the largest city in Morgan County, it offers its residents a wide array of shopping, dining and...
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My Dad is a resident at the Hartselle campus and my sister and I have been very pleased with his care. The staff is always very friendly and helpful. They do an amazing job given the few staff that they have...
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.
Real Lifestyle ChoicesColumbia Cottage derives much of its design and decor from a Southern Living Idea Home.Each thoughtful layout has plenty of room to accommodate the treasures that grace your current home. Several apartments have special features like French doors, crown molding, and nine...
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This was the first and the last community we looked at. This is such a great place we did not need to look any farther. My sister is thriving since moving into this community. The staff are attentive and...
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.
It's all about making the right choice to accommodate your loved ones needs. Westminster Assisted Living and Memory Care is a retirement community that embraces an individual's independence in a loving, caring and socializing environment. Westminster Assisted Living and Memory Care of Decatur...
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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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Cost of memory care in Neel, AL

The average cost of senior living in Neel is $4,168 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Berlin, AL with an average of $3,664 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Neel, AL vs. nearby cities

Neel, AL
$4,168/mo
$4,357/mo
$4,289/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Neel, AL vs. the state and national average

Neel, AL
$4,168/mo
$3,872/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Neel vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,168/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Neel, AL by room type

Studio
$3,325/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,500/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Neel

Recent reviews for memory care in Neel

Monark Grove Madison

5.0
My loved one is having a great experience here at Madison Crossings. It is much better than her previous facility and we have been happy.

Country Cottage - Decatur

4.9
We moved our aunt from her previous assisted living home to the Cottages about a month ago, and she is much happier now. She is so pleased with the menu here and brags about how her room is being cleaned regularly. My sister and I visit every week for about half a day and while we’re here ...
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Heritage Assisted Living and Memory Care in Madison, AL

4.7
Their motto is " We are a family". They treat their residents like family members. I have recommended them to friends. We have had a few issues with the food. They serve a lot of fried food. The room sizes are good. The Heritage is a little smaller size community which is nice. They have an ...
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Neel memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Neel memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Neel, 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 Neel 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 Neel that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Neel, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
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
60%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
61.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Neel 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 Neel Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Neel, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20%
74%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Neel 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 Neel partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Neel, ALNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
50.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Neel 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 Neel offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Neel, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
33.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Limestone Lodge, Country Cottage - Decatur and Columbia Cottage - Hartselle are the top-rated memory care facilities near Neel, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 5 memory care facilities near Neel, Alabama. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Neel, Alabama is Limestone Lodge. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 5 memory care facilities near you in Neel, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Neel, 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 Neel, 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 Neel, Alabama ranges from $1850 to $8695. The average Memory Care cost in Neel, Alabama is $4,168. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Neel, Alabama typically starts at $1850. 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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