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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Penn, AL
Memory care in Penn 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 Penn is about $4,004 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 13 communities, read 79 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 Decatur, Central and Cullman.
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9.4
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16 reviews
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
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.
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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9.2
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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
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.
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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9.1
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16 reviews
I would encourage them to visit and talk with staff. All of the above areas impressed us kids. We visited others and your facility was just plain nicer and friendlier.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Welcome to The Terrace at Priceville Senior Living, Assisted Living and Alzheimer's Care in Priceville, Alabama Welcome to The Terrace at Priceville! Our beautiful senior living retirement community offers Independent Living for active seniors, Assisted Living with the levels of care, and...
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15 reviews
They are great. Very attentive. We picked this community because of the feeling that you're with family, cleanliness, and comfortable rooms.
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.
Morningside of Decatur, located on the outskirts of historic Decatur offers warm, southern hospitality in a supportive community that quickly feels like home. You’ll love the thoughtfully designed residences, beautifully decorated common areas, and a single-floor design that makes it easy to get...
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It really is a great facility. They are very attentive. They may have more activities than my mom tells me, but I don't know. She likes bingo and the monthly entertainment. I would definitely recommend The...
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.
Located one block from Cullman Regional Medical Center and 4 miles from Interstate 65, residents are conveniently located to their physicians, rehabilitation services, and more. Morningside of Cullman is licensed by the State of Alabama, is a trusted senior resource, and the Assisted Living of...
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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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Very nice facility. My mom loves the atmosphere and care she receives. The activities for her are somewhat lacking. They need to replace the activities person.
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.
Westminster Assisted Living and Memory Care is designed for seniors who need assistance or support with activities of daily living while still living independently in private studio apartments. Each residence is furnished by the Resident to foster the fun and pleasure of living as an individual...
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.
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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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
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 Penn, AL
The average cost of senior living in Penn is $4,004 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hanceville, AL with an average of $3,657 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Penn, AL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Penn
Recent reviews for memory care in Penn
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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Morningside of Decatur
4.5
Our experience has been great from the start, the week our loved one had to move in she had a full and spend a week in a nursing home. The community worked so well with our schedule, they held our loved ones room and when it was time to move our loved one in they really helped facilitate ...
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The Terrace at Priceville in Decatur, AL
4.7
The Terrace has been very good for my loved one. My wife and I are very pleased. My only real complaint is that it can be kind of difficult to get out of the memory unit when you are trying to leave. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The meals are very good.
Penn memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Penn memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Penn, 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 Penn 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 Penn that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Penn, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.3%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
8.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Penn 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 Penn Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Penn, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
8.3%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Penn 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 Penn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Penn, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
50.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Penn 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 Penn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Penn, ALNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Penn 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 Penn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Penn, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.7%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.7%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
41.7%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Country Cottage - Decatur, Columbia Cottage - Hartselle and The Terrace at Priceville are the top-rated memory care facilities near Penn, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 13 memory care facilities near Penn, Alabama. See the full list.
The 13 memory care facilities near you in Penn, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Penn, 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 Penn, 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 Penn, Alabama ranges from $1850 to $8550. The average Memory Care cost in Penn, Alabama is $4,004. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Penn, 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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