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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in South Calera, AL

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Memory care in South Calera 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 South Calera is about $4,337 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 7 communities, read 162 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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We are very pleased with the quality of care. Like any long term care facility the family needs to be involved in monitoring their loved one's care. They should visit often. We would recommend the Gardens...
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.
At the Gardens of Pelham Assisted Living, our retirement community meets the diverse and changing needs of today’s senior citizens. Conveniently located off 1-65 North at exit 246 in Pelham near the Oak Mountain Park, the Garden’s atmosphere is warm and relaxed. Our month-to-month rent, without...
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The facility was completed in 2022 so it's like new. The independent living apartments are a generous size with cleaning services included once a week. There are many fun activities scheduled each week and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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It is nice little clean space that has lots of little entertaining rooms. I seems he get more attention there Not particularly this place, but all these places have increased their prices dramatically over...
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 Riverchase in Hoover, Alabama is a beautifully furnished assisted living community offering spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, and a wealth of amenities so you can feel right at home, right from the start.Located in historic Hoover, Morningside of Riverchase is an elegantly...
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We chose Premier Assisted Living mostly because of the location. The meals are great, they really make the effort to try and make things that the residents like and they take care of their sweet tooth. The...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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I am impressed with the staff as they are attentive and helpful. They offer some activities and the community is clean. I would recommend this community.
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.
Maplewood Lane Traditional Assisted Living If you or someone in your family is having difficulty living independently, yet doesn't need 24-hour care and medical supervision, then assisted living will provide the ideal solution. If you or a loved one requires assistance with bathing, dressing,...
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The owner and staff of Homeland are extremely friendly and helpful. The price is affordable and the rooms are clean. The owner of Homeland gives her cell phone number and always available. They have been...
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 South Calera, AL

The average cost of senior living in South Calera is $4,337 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Westover, AL with an average of $3,907 per month.

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

South Calera, AL
$4,337/mo
$4,231/mo

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

South Calera, AL
$4,337/mo
$3,862/mo
U.S. national average
$4,841/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,337/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,695/mo
Studio
$4,633/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,334/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,445/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in South Calera

Recent reviews for memory care in South Calera

Homeland Assisted Living Facility in Jemison, AL

5.0
My parents have been here almost a year. The staff and owner are friendly and have genuine concern for the residents. They get to know the residents, so when something is not right (mentally/physically) they know and can address it quickly. It’s never easy for a person to transition from ...
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Gardens of Clanton

5.0
I have been to many events at the Gardens of Clanton. At one point I also had a great aunt who lived there. The staff is amazing, they are so caring and accommodating. They treat every resident like family and take pride in their work.

The Bungalows at Riverchase in Hoover, AL

4.1
We have really enjoyed our time at the Bungalows at Riverchase. The place is very well maintained and it's more like a hotel than a nursing facility. The smallness of the facility really helps our mother. I would highly recommend it.

South Calera review score based on 54 family reviews

9.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 54 reviews of 7 South Calera memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Calera 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

South Calera review score compared against nearby cities

9.6
South Calera, AL7 facilities
9.1
Calera, AL15 facilities
9.1
Montevallo, AL16 facilities

Review subcategories for South Calera 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 54 reviews of 7 South Calera memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South Calera 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.
South Calera, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.4
Meals & dining
4.4
4.0
Activities
4.3
3.9
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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South Calera memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Calera memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Calera, 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 South Calera 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 South Calera that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Calera, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
65.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
48%
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
57.1%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Calera 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 South Calera Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Calera, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.9%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
45.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
70.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Calera 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 South Calera partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Calera, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.1%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
41.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
49.7%
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Availability of select dining options in South Calera 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 South Calera communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Calera, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
39.5%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
22.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Calera 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 South Calera offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Calera, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
33.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
51.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
39.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
36%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Gardens of Clanton, Gardens of Pelham and Danberry at Inverness are the top-rated memory care facilities near South Calera, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 7 memory care facilities near South Calera, Alabama. See the full list.

The 7 memory care facilities near you in South Calera, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in South Calera, 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 South Calera, 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 South Calera, Alabama ranges from $1189 to $9990. The average Memory Care cost in South Calera, Alabama is $4,337. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in South Calera, Alabama typically starts at $1189. 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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