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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Summit, AL

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Memory care in Summit 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 Summit is about $3,995 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 7 communities, read 52 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Last Updated: 12/31/24
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1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.9
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Staff is always very friendly kind and loving. They are available to help with any needs she might-have. They have the cleanest facility. The meals are exceptional. She really enjoyed the different types of...
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.
If you think senior living at Bridgewood Gardens is like a nursing home … think again! We ensure residents are living an active and enriching lifestyle through our dedicated assisted living and award-winning memory care services. Come see how we can elevate your lifestyle with engaging and...
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55 Floor plans available
3.0
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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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88 Floor plans available
6.5
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6.5
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They have kept an excellent eye on my parents, health wise. Staff is lacking sometimes, just like everywhere. Our parents have had lots of health issues. It hasn't been easy but the facility has helped...
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.
Monarch Place is a senior living community serving seniors in the greater Cullman County, Alabama area. We are located just 35 miles north of Birmingham which gives us the best of southern country living while having the cultural and entertainment options of a large city nearby.Our spacious...
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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.
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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.
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My father was in respite care for a few weeks and the staff definitely made him feel like he was at home. The owner would call everyday and inform me of everything that was going on with my father. It was...
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.
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Summit, AL

The average cost of senior living in Summit is $3,995 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Walnut Grove, AL with an average of $3,173 per month.

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

Summit, AL
$3,995/mo
$4,051/mo

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

Summit, AL
$3,995/mo
$3,872/mo
U.S. national average
$4,870/mo

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

Memory Care
$3,995/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,195/mo
Studio
$3,999/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,218/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,735/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Summit

Recent reviews for memory care in Summit

Monarch Place in Hanceville, AL

4.6
Our family really likes the big rooms in the apartments with the large bathrooms. The French doors opening to the private patio is nice as well as the walk-in closet. The reason we gave the overall experience a 4 is because they were in the process of getting a new director. Based on the ...
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Bridgewood Gardens in Albertville, AL

5.0
Bridgewood gardens is a very nice facility, the staff is genuinely concerned for the well-being of their tenants. My father lived there and the memory care facility took very good care of him and provided a safe and clean environment for him. He loved them like family. We miss the staff at ...
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The Olive Home in Oneonta, AL

5.0
Care,food, cleanliness and atmosphere all are great. Thanks.

Summit review score based on 29 family reviews

6.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 29 reviews of 7 Summit memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Summit 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

Summit review score compared against nearby cities

6.5
Summit, AL7 facilities
4.8
Holly Pond, AL6 facilities
4.8
Baileyton, AL8 facilities

Review subcategories for Summit 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 29 reviews of 7 Summit memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Summit 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.
Summit, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Summit memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Summit memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Summit, 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 Summit 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 Summit that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Summit, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
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
28.6%
71.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
14.3%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Summit 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 Summit Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Summit, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.6%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Summit 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 Summit partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Summit, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
41.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Summit 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 Summit communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Summit, ALNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Summit 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 Summit offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Summit, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
47.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Bridgewood Gardens, The Neighborhood at Cullman and Monarch Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Summit, Alabama. See full list of communities.

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

The best memory care facility near you in Summit, Alabama is Bridgewood Gardens. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 7 memory care facilities near you in Summit, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Summit, 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 Summit, 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 Summit, Alabama ranges from $1295 to $8800. The average Memory Care cost in Summit, Alabama is $3,995. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Summit, Alabama typically starts at $1295. 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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