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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Riverdale, AL

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Memory care in Riverdale 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 Riverdale is about $3,850 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 87 communities, read 1021 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Cost of memory care in Riverdale, AL

The average cost of senior living in Riverdale is $3,850 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bridgeport, AL with an average of $3,366 per month.

Memory care costs in Riverdale, AL, vs. nearby cities

Riverdale, AL
$3,850/mo
$3,850/mo

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

Riverdale, AL
$3,850/mo
$4,006/mo
U.S. national average
$4,955/mo

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

Memory Care
$3,850/mo

Memory care costs in Riverdale, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,409/mo
Studio
$4,282/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,896/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,151/mo

Senior living costs in Riverdale 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: Riverdale, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRiverdale, ALAlabamaU.S.
Memory Care$3,850/mo$4,006/mo$4,955/mo
Assisted Living$3,810/mo$3,946/mo$4,705/mo
Independent Living$3,414/mo$3,593/mo$4,161/mo
Memory Care
Riverdale, AL:$3,850/mo
Alabama:$4,006/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Assisted Living
Riverdale, AL:$3,810/mo
Alabama:$3,946/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Independent Living
Riverdale, AL:$3,414/mo
Alabama:$3,593/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Memory care costs in Riverdale, AL, over time

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

Riverdale, ALAL stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Riverdale, AL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Riverdale 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
Riverdale, AL$3,685/mo$3,616/mo+1.9%
Alabama$4,663/mo$4,945/mo-5.7%
National$5,630/mo$5,504/mo+2.3%
Riverdale, AL
2024 average cost:$3,685/mo
2023 average cost:$3,616/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$4,663/mo
2023 average cost:$4,945/mo
Percent change:-5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,630/mo
2023 average cost:$5,504/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
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What families are saying about memory care in Riverdale

Recent reviews for memory care in Riverdale

Morning Pointe of Chattanooga at Shallowford

5.0
I absolutely love it and my Dad seems to like it. I love the staff and they have been great for my Dad. He has adjusted extremely well. He feels like this is his home. He is really happy with the food there.

Ascension Living Alexian Village - Tennessee (Assisted Living) in Signal Mountain, TN

5.0
I was extremely pleased with Ascension. The establishment, as well as the patients, were always very clean. I never detected any smells or odors -- and I have a keen sense of smell! They were communicative, helpful, and caring from my first visit until my Mom's death. My mom suffered from ...
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Oaks at Dalton

5.0
The staff are caring and kind. The meals are good. They keep you well informed. Moving in was easy. I would highly recommend The Oaks at Dalton to others.

Riverdale review score based on 292 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 292 reviews of 77 Riverdale memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Riverdale 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

Riverdale review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Riverdale, AL77 facilities
8.1
Mentone, AL87 facilities
8.1
Valley Head, AL85 facilities

Review subcategories for Riverdale 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 292 reviews of 77 Riverdale memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Riverdale 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.
Riverdale, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.1
3.9
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.8
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Riverdale memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Riverdale memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Riverdale, 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 Riverdale 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 Riverdale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Riverdale, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.3%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.8%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.7%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.3%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.9%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.7%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.7%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.9%
69.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Riverdale 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 Riverdale Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Riverdale, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.2%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.8%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.7%
25.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Riverdale 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 Riverdale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Riverdale, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.7%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
39.5%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.9%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.2%
20.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Riverdale 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 Riverdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Riverdale, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.7%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
34.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.2%
22.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Riverdale 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 Riverdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Riverdale, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.7%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.6%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.9%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.9%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.9%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.9%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.1%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
47.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
30.3%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.7%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Riverdale

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Highland Senior Living Rome, The Fountains of Calhoun and Bridgewood Gardens are the top-rated memory care facilities near Riverdale, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 87 memory care facilities near Riverdale, Alabama. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Riverdale, Alabama are Highland Senior Living Rome, Silver Lakes Senior Living and StoryPoint Chattanooga. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 87 memory care facilities near you in Riverdale, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Riverdale, 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 Riverdale, 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 Riverdale, Alabama ranges from $700 to $9200. The average Memory Care cost in Riverdale, Alabama is $3,850. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Riverdale, Alabama typically starts at $700. 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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