Page 11 of Best Memory Care in Alabama

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 179 memory care communities in AL using AL Dept. of Public Health (ADPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in AL
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179 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 39/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Alabama. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 90The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Alabama. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around Alabama

Info below is compiled from the AL Dept. of Public Health (ADPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Canterbury Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Phenix City
137
Facility 137
AL AVG 90
Rank #44 / 242
No
10
Facility 10
AL AVG 39
Rank #342 / 382
-Tracy Brown
Diversicare of Foley
MC
HOS
NH
SNF
Foley
154
Facility 154
AL AVG 90
Rank #26 / 242
No
12
Facility 12
AL AVG 39
Rank #330 / 382
-Albert Herndon
The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community
MC
AL
IL
RC
Sw Huntsville
-Yes
35
Facility 35
AL AVG 39
Rank #215 / 382
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Capstone Village
MC
AL
IL
Tuscaloosa
-Yes
24
Facility 24
AL AVG 39
Rank #281 / 382
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Blue Sky Manor Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
Mesa (Garden Grove)
10
Facility 10
AL AVG 90
Rank #242 / 242
No
57
Facility 57
AL AVG 39
Rank #78 / 382
Private / Semi-Private RoomsTamara Pulver
Somerby St. Vincent’s One Nineteen
MC
AL
IL
Birmingham
56
Facility 56
AL AVG 90
Rank #166 / 242
No
31
Facility 31
AL AVG 39
Rank #235 / 382
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedKeegan Jett
The Cedars
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Montgomery (Woodley Park)
-Yes
18
Facility 18
AL AVG 39
Rank #308 / 382
Private Rooms-
Diversicare of Pell City
MC
HOS
NH
SNF
Pell City
94
Facility 94
AL AVG 90
Rank #97 / 242
No--Felecia Boyd
Belmont Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
PC
Montgomery (Arrowhead)
-Yes
11
Facility 11
AL AVG 39
Rank #333 / 382
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Rittenhouse Village At Hoover
MC
AL
RC
Vestavia (Vestavia Hills)
-No
46
Facility 46
AL AVG 39
Rank #150 / 382
1 Bed-

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every AL community we track that reports that metric, not just the 179 on this page.

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Overview of Canterbury Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Tracy Brown owns Canterbury Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, a 137-bed skilled nursing community in Phenix City, Alabama. The facility operates at an 89 percent occupancy rate, and resident stays average around 101 days. This intermediate timeline indicates that the daily floor routine balances temporary, short-term recovery placements with standard long-term residential nursing care.

Daily care is structured around a 24-hour nursing team that logs an average of 4 hours and 46 minutes of direct, hands-on attention per resident every day. This crew is composed of registered nurses, practical nurses, and nurse aides who administer daily treatments, specialized memory care routines, and temporary respite stays. Because the neighborhood layout carries a walk score of 10, the property sits in a car-dependent zone where visiting relatives will need a vehicle to travel back and forth.

Families looking to arrange a placement can reach out to the registration coordinator to review open room configurations. The administrative desk can also coordinate billing setups and walk you through available on-site comforts like the spacious therapy gym.

Contact Canterbury Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Overview of Diversicare of Foley

Diversicare of Foley is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center serving the surrounding community on North Alston Street in Foley, Alabama. Accepted are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, offering flexibility for short-term post-hospital recovery and longer-term skilled care. At 154 beds and running at 87 percent occupancy, the community maintains a focused operation. The average stay duration is about 108 days, mirroring a census that blends rehabilitation patients with those needing active medical care.

Short-term rehabilitation and complex medical support are the home’s clinical emphasis, with total nursing care averaging three hours and thirty-three minutes per resident day. That foundation of diligent nursing time bolsters residents recuperating from surgery, illness, or hospital stays. Staffing breaks down to registered nurses providing 29 minutes daily per resident, nursing aides 2 hours and 1 minute, and LPN/LVN care at 29 minutes. The team describes itself as committed to a welcoming environment backed by highly trained caregivers. The surrounding area scores 12 on the walk scale, indicating a car-dependent neighborhood where most errands need a vehicle. While Foley offers modest walkability, the location is close to local services and affords easy family access by car.

State inspections over the past eight years have raised concerns in many recurring areas: care protocols and daily living support activities, medication safety and physician order management, infection control and food handling hygiene, and staff training on specialized units. These denote the types of operational details families can ask the home about when touring, to understand how each area is managed daily.

For prospective residents and families evaluating Diversicare of Foley, an on-site visit will paint a clear picture of the care setting, the room options, and how the team handles everyday operations.

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Overview of The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community

Live independently in retirement with The Commons, a vibrant 55+ community in Huntsville, AL, offering independent living. With its beautifully furnished and cozy floor plans, residents can keep their peace of mind and find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. Here, residents enjoy maintenance-free living with the community handling the housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance.

With recreation sites and convenient local amenities nearby, residents can spend their days as they please. Meal plans and lunch delivery are also available to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides pet care for the convenience of residents with furry friends as their companions. Residents enjoy the best of their golden years with the community’s dedicated services and friendly setting.

Contact The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community

Capstone Village

601 Peter Bryce Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Overview of Capstone Village

Capstone Village strives to make a positive impact in the lives of each resident. are ready to attend to any needs an individual may have. The 55+ adult home practices a resident-centered approach to senior living so seniors can thrive and reach their fullest potential to be a new version of themselves. Capstone Village creates a home-like environment that makes one feel like they belong. 

Seniors can experience all that the University of Alabama has to offer. Residential life is all about amenities: housekeeping, social events, book clubs, healthy and delicious meals served, engaging activities, enriching programs, and sports activities.

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Overview of Blue Sky Manor Assisted Living & Memory Care

Residing in the tranquil neighborhood of West 5th Place, Mesa, AZ, Blue Sky Manor is a venerable senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. The community goes above and beyond to provide a safe place for seniors to enjoy every moment of their golden years. A kind and highly trained team supports seniors with their daily living activities and personal needs, providing them with more opportunities to do the things they love.

The community values residents’ choices and encourages them to live the lifestyle they prefer while promoting a welcoming and vibrant environment for everyone. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Blue Sky Manor is great for seniors looking to optimize their independence.

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Overview of Somerby St. Vincent’s One Nineteen

Located in Birmingham, AL, the Somerby St. Vincent’s One Nineteen is a peculiar senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The community offers a broad range of floor plans that are designed to accommodate the needs of assisted living and memory care residents. It includes various options such as the evergreen, the forsythia, the grand, and the azalea which differ in the number of beds provided and spaces covered for convenience.

The community is committed to providing luxurious amenities that are very rewarding for a senior living lifestyle. Experience various social activities and events that foster companionship, along with healthy meals, on-campus entertainment, and wellness programs. At Somerby St. Vincent’s One Nineteen, seniors can surely make the most out of their retirement.

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The Cedars

3300 Lynchburg Dr, Montgomery, AL 36116
Overview of The Cedars

The Cedars Montgomery is a renowned senior living community in Montgomery, Alabama. With its beautiful surroundings, the community offers a peaceful haven for seniors seeking a vibrant and engaging lifestyle. Boasting a range of exceptional amenities and personalized care services, The Cedars Montgomery is dedicated to providing a nurturing and comfortable environment where residents can thrive. Their attentive and warm staff are always present for the needs of each resident.

At The Cedars Montgomery, residents are welcomed into spacious and thoughtfully designed accommodations, ranging from cozy rooms to relaxing common halls where the residents can spend time together. They also organize a diverse range of social and educational activities, including cultural outings, wellness programs, and engaging events, promoting an active and enriched lifestyle for its residents.

 

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Diversicare of Pell City

510 Wolf Creek Road, North, Pell City, AL 35125
Overview of Diversicare of Pell City

Owned by Wilson Yopasa, Diversicare of Pell City is a nursing home in Alabama that offers short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and families can choose from these options to cover post-acute rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care.

With 94 beds, the community has an occupancy rate of 70%, with an average resident stay of 85 days. The population reflects its strength in transitional post-hospital care.

The facility’s focus is on clinical support. Nurses provide an average of 4 hours and 4 minutes of care per resident each day. It is delivered by a team of registered nurses (38 minutes daily), nurse aides (2 hours and 2 minutes), and LPNs (31 minutes). With this staffing level, the facility can consistently provide hands-on attention throughout the day, which matters for residents recovering from surgery, hospitalization, or acute illness.

Diversicare of Pell City is located in a car-dependent area of Alabama, so most errands and appointments require a vehicle. Families visiting the facility will likely spend their time in the community rather than exploring nearby areas.

Diversicare’s focus on complex medical care and rehabilitation services makes it a practical choice for residents in the post-acute recovery window, for whom skilled nursing and therapies are a priority.

The facility’s inspections focused primarily on medication management practices, documentation accuracy, and environmental maintenance. These areas directly affect the quality of daily care, so families evaluating the facility should ask about this before making a placement decision.

Contact Diversicare of Pell City

Overview of Belmont Assisted Living

Belmont Assisted Living sits in Montgomery’s Arrowhead neighborhood on Copperfield Drive. Founded in 2019, it has been serving residents in the area for seven years, offering a full range of care options: assisted living, memory care, hospice care, and palliative care services.

The community’s care offerings let families explore support levels spanning from assisted living with help for daily activities to specialized hospice and palliative care for people with complex medical needs. This breadth of services makes the home a grounded choice for families whose needs may evolve or who seek end-of-life care with dignity and comfort. Belmont Assisted Living stands in a car-dependent neighborhood, with a Walk Score of 11. This setting fits families with reliable transportation who prefer a quieter, residential area away from busy commercial zones. Visiting family members will likely need to drive to nearby amenities and services.

For families contemplating Belmont Assisted Living, visiting will give you a real sense of the environment, the rooms available, and how the care teams tackle working with occupants across varying care levels.

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Overview of Rittenhouse Village at Hoover

Make the most of your best years with Rittenhouse Village at Hoover, an exceptional community in Birmingham, AL, offering independent living. The community features 88 beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents enjoy a stress-free living with the community handling the housekeeping and maintenance.

Residents will not feel lonely with a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging events that aim to keep them socially active. Delightful dining options are also available to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services are provided for residents’ convenience. The community is ideal for those looking to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its top-notch services and purposefully designed amenities.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Alabama

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Alabama?

Assisted living in Alabama supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Alabama Medicaid cover memory care?

Alabama Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Alabama) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 179 memory care communities in Alabama. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Alabama?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Alabama, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting memory care communities in Alabama?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.