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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Ripley, AL
Memory care in Ripley 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 Ripley is about $4,311 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 7 communities, read 208 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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75 reviews
My Aunt's friend is a member of the Limestone Lodge family and we have been very impressed with her overall care there. Her room is clean and tidy, she does not complain about the food and she is always...
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.
At Limestone Lodge, we provide a combination of traditional assisted living and specialty care assisted living for individuals in the beginning stages of memory loss and those with end stages of Alzheimer's disease. Our home-like environment allows residents with similar challenges and needs to...
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86 reviews
I felt like it was time for me to make a decision on my life or in my life and I chose Limestone manor and I think it was the best choice that I have made in a long time when you’re by yourself and you’re...
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.
Welcome to Limestone Manor Assisted Living, a place for seniors to take part, a place to belong. We offer the personal attention and home-like environment your loved one deserves. Conveniently located off Highway 31, our assisted living community has 24 private apartments, spacious family-style...
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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
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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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I don't have a good baseline for value for cost however, we love [name removed] the director. She is why we are there- she is kind, patient, knowledgeable, and a great communicator. Yes, we would recommend...
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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11 reviews
My mom lived there for a handful of months. She had an issue with overpowering air fresheners that aggravated her COPD and that was never resolved. During her stay the facility also lost their cook and the...
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.
Imagine living life in Athens at The Goldton at Athens, an upbeat and vibrant Alabama retirement community. We are close to all the places you may need or wish to visit, such as supermarkets, parks, worship venues, doctors' offices, and local restaurants. When you join our community as an...
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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
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.
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...
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 Ripley, AL
The average cost of senior living in Ripley is $4,311 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Moulton, AL with an average of $3,850 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Ripley
Recent reviews for memory care in Ripley
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.
The Goldton at Athens
4.8
It's always clean. You're getting what you are paying for, and it's not too expensive. My loved one, has been very well taken care of. Overall, it's a clean, and friendly environment It's all I can really ask for.
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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Ripley review score based on 75 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 75 reviews of 7 Ripley memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Ripley 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
Ripley review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Ripley 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 75 reviews of 7 Ripley memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ripley 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.Ripley, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.9
4.4
Friendliness
4.9
4.5
Care services
4.9
4.2
Staff
4.9
4.4
Meals & dining
4.7
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.0
Value for cost*
4.6
4.0
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Ripley memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ripley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ripley, 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 Ripley 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 Ripley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ripley, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
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
85.7%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Ripley 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 Ripley Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ripley, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
74%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
42.9%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ripley 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 Ripley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ripley, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
50.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Ripley 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 Ripley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ripley, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ripley 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 Ripley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ripley, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
85.7%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Limestone Lodge, Limestone Manor and Country Cottage - Decatur are the top-rated memory care facilities near Ripley, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 7 memory care facilities near Ripley, Alabama. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Ripley, Alabama are Limestone Lodge and Limestone Manor. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 7 memory care facilities near you in Ripley, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Ripley, 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 Ripley, 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 Ripley, Alabama ranges from $1300 to $8695. The average Memory Care cost in Ripley, Alabama is $4,311. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Ripley, Alabama typically starts at $1300. 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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