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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Merriwether, AL
If your loved one needs memory care in Merriwether, A Place for Mom can help. With 18 memory care facilities in Merriwether, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Merriwether incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Merriwether memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Merriwether, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Shortleaf and Shortleaf.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Harper Hill, Demopolis and Harper Hill.
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The Landings at Northport is a great facility! IT is clean and inviting with such friendly caregivers. I would want it for myself if I were need some care. We would recommend this community to other...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Don’t sweat the small stuff. That’s what we’re here for— to help with the little things so you can focus on having fun.Located just across the Black Warrior River from Tuscaloosa, we have both assisted living and memory care, so you’ll have the care you need when you need it. With assisted...
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My mother is currently a resident at Crimson Village and her experience at this facility has been great so far. The staff is very friendly and helpful. My mother enjoys being around the other residents. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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I am very happy with moving into this nice community. The community has the great staff that is caring and always make sure that things are taken care of. The community offers great activities that are...
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.
Situated on a beautiful park like setting at the convenient crossroad of Skyland and Hwy 215. Regency Retirement Village offers all the warmth of small town living with easy access to all that Tuscaloosa has to offer. Our lovely community offers Assisted Living, Independent Living including...
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My mother had been going thru a very difficult time since November 2018, and prior to that date. She had injured her back and was at another facility located in Northport Alabama which she did not like at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Located 1.12 miles west of the Cypress Inn on Rice Mine Road toward Northport, Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa is a state-of-the-art assisted living community offering 30 spacious apartments with mulitple floor plan choices. The facility also offers an additional 24 apartments designed to enhance...
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North River Village feels like home. I love the staff and the food is wonderful!
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.
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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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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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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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We chose Martinview Assisted Living because it provided everything that I was looking for for my wife. The staff are super friendly and the care is personalized. I would recommend to others looking.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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.
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 Merriwether, AL
The average cost of senior living in Merriwether is $3,875 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marion, AL with an average of $3,054 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Merriwether, AL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Merriwether, AL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Merriwether, AL by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Merriwether over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Merriwether
Recent reviews for memory care in Merriwether
The Landings at Northport
5.0
My mother-in-law is just loving it here. She has a nice sized two bedroom with a kitchenette and she had plenty of room for most of her stuff and so she feels right at home. The staff has been great in helping her settle in. She hasn't done too many of the activities, but she loves going on ...
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Regency Retirement Village - Tuscaloosa
5.0
I'm doing well in this community. I like it very much here. I picked them because it was the best deal with the most inclusive. I have a garden room with 3 meals a day. I'm not really big on activities but I do attend some the activities they offer. The meals are pretty good. The staff are very ...
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Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa
5.0
We like this community for my mom's care. the staff is always keeping me informed on her progress or setbacks. The menu is outstanding and they offer her a lot of great healthy meals. The community is clean and a nice environment. I like knowing that she is always involved in the activities with ...
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Merriwether memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merriwether memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merriwether, 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 Merriwether 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 Merriwether that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merriwether, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
20.8%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
66.7%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
70.8%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
25%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
66.7%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
20.8%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
20.8%
64.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Merriwether 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 Merriwether Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merriwether, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20.8%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
8.3%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.2%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merriwether 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 Merriwether partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merriwether, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
37%
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Availability of select dining options in Merriwether 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 Merriwether communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merriwether, ALNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
34.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merriwether 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 Merriwether offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merriwether, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20.8%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.7%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
4.2%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
4.2%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Landings at Northport, Crimson Village and Regency Retirement Village - Tuscaloosa are the top-rated memory care facilities near Merriwether, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 18 memory care facilities near Merriwether, Alabama. See the full list.
The 18 memory care facilities near you in Merriwether, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Merriwether, 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 Merriwether, 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 Merriwether, Alabama ranges from $1591 to $7200. The average Memory Care cost in Merriwether, Alabama is $3,875. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Merriwether, Alabama typically starts at $1591. 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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