Page 14 of Best Memory Care in Alabama

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 181 memory care providers 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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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
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.
The Neighborhood at Vestavia Hills
MC
AL
IL
RC
Birmingham (Homewood)
-Yes
31
Facility 31
AL AVG 35
Rank #91 / 162
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Goldton at Jones Farm
MC
AL
Se Huntsville (Huntsville Hills)
-No
37
Facility 37
AL AVG 35
Rank #73 / 162
Suite / 1 Bed-
The Commons – 55+ Active Adult Community
MC
AL
IL
RC
Sw Huntsville
-Yes
35
Facility 35
AL AVG 35
Rank #79 / 162
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Pioneer Senior Living at Upland Park
MC
AL
IL
RC
Nw Huntsville
-Yes
34
Facility 34
AL AVG 35
Rank #83 / 162
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
The Ridge at Grandeview
MC
AL
Birmingham
-No
37
Facility 37
AL AVG 35
Rank #73 / 162
Suite-
Camellia Place
MC
AL
IL
Auburn (Auburn Medical Park)
-No
46
Facility 46
AL AVG 35
Rank #47 / 162
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-
Auburn Assisted Living at Dawson Corners
MC
AL
Auburn
70
Facility 70
AL AVG 85
Rank #71 / 133
No--Dawn Cotter
Seabrook Pointe
MC
AL
RC
Daphne
80
Facility 80
AL AVG 85
Rank #58 / 133
No--Jordyn Skinner
Rittenhouse Village At Hoover
MC
AL
RC
Vestavia (Vestavia Hills)
-No
46
Facility 46
AL AVG 35
Rank #47 / 162
1 Bed-
Attalla Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing
MC
HOS
NH
SNF
Southeast Attalla
182
Facility 182
AL AVG 85
Rank #10 / 133
No
46
Facility 46
AL AVG 35
Rank #47 / 162
-Matthew Leland

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other AL memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 181 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Camellia Place

Camellia Place is a trusted assisted living community in Auburn, AL, that offers compassionate care and well-thought-out amenities for older adults’ welfare. The community has a variety of rooms set in a nurturing environment, dedicated to residents’ comfort and safety. With 24-hour care, home-cooked meals, and recreational activities, residents experience a maintenance-free lifestyle. To improve residents’ quality of life, the community also provides mild dementia care, as well as personalized care plans.

Gardening, light exercises, and a variety of group activities promote an active lifestyle and social engagement. Thoughtfully furnished living spaces, a handicapped-accessible dock, and a spacious dining room also ensure residents can rest and interact with their friends without hassles. Ideally situated in the Auburn Medical Park, the community provides easy access to its medical needs. This assisted living community is a good choice for senior living in Alabama, especially with its well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Rittenhouse Village at Hoover

Rittenhouse Village at Hoover offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Vestavia, Alabama. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering.

Respite care provides a short stay and may be a good fit for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community has one bedroom housing, with a separate bedroom and living area within the residence, and its Vestavia Hills neighborhood has a Walk Score of 46, meaning most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of The Goldton at Jones Farm

The Goldton at Jones Farm is a compassionate assisted living and memory care community in Huntsville, AL, that offers assistance with daily living activities and specialized care for older adults and those with memory-related needs. Here, older adults can feel at home, accompanied by its nurturing and secure environment. Nutritious meals, licensed nursing oversight, and wellness activities are also offered to help residents maintain independence with ease. The community creates individualized care plans through a collaborative effort with residents and their families.

Memory-enhancing programs, fitness activities, and social events provide residents with more opportunities to improve and have fun. With naturally-lit spaces and lively gathering areas, residents can relax without hassles. Nestled near Fanning Trail in Hunsville, the community guarantees a quiet and stress-free retirement. This assisted living and memory care community has exceptional services dedicated to older adults’ holistic wellness, making it one of the best choices for senior living in Alabama.

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Overview of Vitality Living Regency

Vitality Living Regency offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Mobile, AL. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Having assisted living and memory care in the same community can support a resident whose care needs grow without requiring a move to another community. Vitality Living Regency is in the Berleigh neighborhood, and its Walk Score is 34 / 100, a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. Pets are allowed, so residents may be able to bring a pet when moving in.

The community may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a secured, supervised setting or for a family needing short-term respite care.

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Overview of Attalla Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing

Attalla Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a nursing home in Attalla, Alabama, offering skilled nursing, memory care, and hospice care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers supervision for someone living with dementia, and hospice care supports residents with end of life needs. The community may suit someone who needs short stay rehabilitation after a medical event or ongoing support for complex medical needs.

Short Stay Rehabilitation and Complex Medical Care are specific programs at the community. Residents can receive rehabilitation and medical services during a temporary recovery stay or while managing more involved health needs. Long term care is also available for people who need continuing support. With 182 beds, the setting is larger, with more residents and staff and usually more programming.

A Walk Score of 46 places the area in a car dependent band, so most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk. Matthew Leland serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Auburn Assisted Living at Dawson Corners

Auburn Assisted Living at Dawson Corners offers assisted living and memory care in Auburn, AL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident continues living in their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having both care types in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. The community has 70 beds and is administered by Dawn Cotter. Chef-prepared meals are available, and landscaped courtyards and walking paths with water features give residents outdoor spaces to use.

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Overview of The Ridge at Grandeview

The Ridge at Grandeview is an upscale assisted living and memory care community in Birmingham, AL, that offers personal and comprehensive care for older adults. With its resort-style setting, the community ensures older adults experience the bes if their later years without compromising comfort. Residents can also maintain their independence with ease, with exceptional services, including housekeeping, nutritious meals, and on-site rehabilitation. The community also uses a holistic approach to care, focusing on enhancing the memory of those with memory-related needs and helping residents live to their potential in retirement.

Scheduled exercises, exciting trips, and various brain-stimulating activities ensure residents can live actively and have fun. A movie theater, a beauty salon, and serene walking paths are among the state-of-the-art amenities that residents can use for recreation and wellness. With its ideal location near U.S. Highway 280, shops, a bank, restaurants, and public transportation, residents are guaranteed accessibility and convenience. The community’s all-inclusive amenities and extensive services make it one of the best options for senior living in Alabama.

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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.

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Overview of Pioneer Senior Living at Upland Park

Pioneer Senior Living at Upland Park is an outstanding retirement community in Huntsville, AL, that offers comprehensive care, ranging from independent living to memory care. Promoting a nurturing and home-like environment, the community features a variety of floor plans for older adults’ comfort and safety. Residents also have a maintenance-free lifestyle, with nutritious dining options, household services, and leisure activities. The community also encourages residents to remain socially engaged with its well-thought-out living spaces.

Social gatherings, creative activities, and light exercises provide residents with more options for leisure and wellness. A library, an arts & crafts room, and spacious dining rooms also ensure residents can rest and interact with friends comfortably. The Orion Ampitheater, Trader Joe’s, and several restaurants also surround the area, providing easy access to necessities and entertainment options. This independent living community has top-notch amenities that aim to help older adults thrive in retirement, making it one of the best options for senior living in Alabama.

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Overview of The Neighborhood at Vestavia Hills

The Neighborhood at Vestavia Hills is a highly recognized retirement community in Birmingham, AL, that offers comprehensive care options, ranging from independent living to respite care. Fostering comfort and healing, the community ensures older adults feel a sense of belonging in its vibrant and welcoming environment. With chef-prepared meals, housekeeping services, and scheduled transportation, residents can maintain their independence with ease. The community also strives to understand residents’ needs and preferences to create care plans that can help them live comfortably.

Arts and crafts, exercises, and various activities also accompany residents during their stay, ensuring they can freely connect with friends and gain meaningful experiences. Here, residents can relax without hassles, as state-of-the-art amenities, like the fireside seating, library, and pet-friendly spaces, are also available. Surrounded by churches, restaurants, and shops in the tree-lined neighborhood of Birmingham, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. As a Phoenix Senior Living community, this independent living community is one of the trusted choices for senior living in Alabama.

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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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Data source Alabama Department of Health
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Memory Care in Alabama at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 35/ 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: 85The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Alabama. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 181 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.