Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Jefferson County, AL below include 16 memory care communities with 174... To support you in your search, our Family Advisors are standing by to provide you with a free, no-obligation care and budget consultation. reviews. On average in Jefferson County, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.1 out of 5 stars.
16 Results
400 University Park Dr., Birmingham, AL 35209
4.3
(37 reviews)
"Brookdale University Park Alabama gave a very thorough tour. I felt like the lady tried to go into a lot of things. We went into some areas where we interacted with some of the residents. So not only did she show me an apartment, but she showed me wh..."
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1409 Thompson Cir, Gardendale, AL 35071
4.5
(10 reviews)
"I moved my 92 year old uncle from his home of 60 years to Covenant Place last year. They took incredible care of him the year he was in their care. They provided his meals, cleaning, laundry, continence care, medications, etc. They even helped get..."
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2171 Parkway Lake Drive, Hoover, AL 35244
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I will be moving into The Crossings at Riverchase. I liked it from the moment I walked in the first door. I had lunch there, and the menu was wonderful. The residents and the staff are all so friendly. The place is beautiful. It's immaculately kept. ..."
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1851 Data Dr, Hoover, AL 35244
4.6
(13 reviews)
"I like that Truewood by Merrill, Riverchase is fairly small. My father gives good feedback about the food and the care that he gets there. He has a nurse practitioner that helps him there. I have no complaints. The facility is very clean. It is in a ..."
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2634 Valleydale Road, Birmingham, AL 35244
4.5
(12 reviews)
"My aunt was a resident of LakeView Estates. It was just a good facility, really clean. They take care of her. The staff was good. They have a media room and stuff like that. They have things for them to do. She did not participate, but they do have a..."
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2435 Columbiana Road, Birmingham, AL 35216
4.4
(9 reviews)
"My mother has been in the Morningside of Vestavia Hills for several months already. I would say that the room that she's in is very safe for her. They have done several things that she asked for, like lowering the towel bar. She's just been very comf..."
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285 West Oxmoor Road, Birmingham, AL 35209
4.0
(15 reviews)
"I visited Regency and a few other independent living facilities in the area. The food looked delicious and the rooms are larger then most. So far this is the best location and cost for our families needs...."
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2651 Laurel Oaks Dr, Bessemer, AL 35022
3.8
(22 reviews)
"I stayed in rehab for 3 weeks (March 2023) after ankle/foot surgery. That meant I was wheelchair bound the whole time as I did not have enough strength to use a walker with one foot & leg because my hands & wrists are weak with arthritis. I was trea..."
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570 Southland Drive,, Hoover, AL 35226
4.0
(10 reviews)
"My mom has been a resident of Briar Glen for three weeks now. So far, it's great, and we're very pleased with it. You could make an appointment to visit. They had a living room section where you would go, but then somebody that had visited had called..."
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4000 Greenwood Dr., Hoover, AL 35216
3.8
(16 reviews)
"I went to the Country Cottages at Birmingham, Hoover. The cottage was just like what the name implies which is nice, makes you feel at home. The lady coming before the pandemic? They would take them to different events around. Things that happened mo..."
READ MORE3605 Ratliff Rd, Birmingham, AL 35210
4.2
(5 reviews)
"I like everything about the Kirkwood by the River memory care unit. There were a lot of activities going on and a lot of happy people and residents. I saw so many friendly staff, they had a chapel inside and it was just very well organized. Even one ..."
READ MORE6450 Old Tuscaloosa Highway, Mc Calla, AL 35111
3.8
(8 reviews)
"My mom will be moving into Plantation Manor Retirement Community. It was very homey and well-kept. Everyone was happy. The room was very clean. The staff were very friendly. They were very interested in the residents and what they needed. They had bi..."
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300 Royal Tower Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
"At Mount Royal Towers, we truly believe that your retirement years can be the most wonderful time in your life. As a full-service senior com..."
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4201 BESSEMER HIGHWAY, Bessemer, AL 35020
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Alabama Public Health Health Care Facili..."
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1424 25th St N, Birmingham, AL 35234
"At our facility, you will not only find a commitment to quality but also a professional and caring staff. Beautifully decorated and pleasan..."
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325 Selma Road, Bessemer, AL 35020
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READ MOREMore than 15 percent of Jefferson County's 659,197 residents are aged 65 and older. Some of these seniors may represent a portion of Alabama's 92,000 seniors living with Alzheimer's disease, as reported by the Alzheimer's Association. These seniors may benefit from living in one of the area's six memory care facilities that specialize in helping those with memory impairments like dementia.
The Alabama Department of Health's Division of Healthcare Facilities defines a memory care facility as a type of specialized care assisted living facility. These facilities receive licensing so that staff can deliver high-quality care to seniors with cognitive disorders.
Memory Care costs in Jefferson County start around $4,618 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Jefferson County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Walker County
$6,597
Shelby County
$5,748
US
$5,694
Tuscaloosa County
$4,975
Morgan County
$4,950
Jefferson County
$4,618
Etowah County
$3,650
Calhoun County
$3,007
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Alabama page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Alabama page.
Jefferson County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in Jefferson County, please visit our Memory Care in Alabama page.
Jefferson County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Alabama are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Alabama page for more information about these laws.
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Clarence
4.0
Review of Brookdale University Park Alabama
My aunt moved to Brookdale University Park Alabama. I like how they care for the people and how neat everything is. They take them out twice a week to get their heads back together for riding trips...
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Nathan
5.0
Review of Covenant Place of Gardendale
My mother lived in Covenant Woods' memory care for 3.5 years until her passing. She was loved and well provided for. The staff was excellent, attentive, helpful, and well cared for. The...
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Reviewer#ET0514c
4.0
Review of Plantation Manor Retirement Community
I toured the Plantation Manor Retirement Community. The people were very nice and helpful. It was kind of a small facility. The only room available that they had was a three-person, and that was...
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