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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Big Oak, AL
If your loved one needs memory care in Big Oak, A Place for Mom can help. With 11 memory care facilities in Big Oak, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Big Oak incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Big Oak memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Big Oak, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Lakeview Highlands, Lakeside Highlands and Steenson Hollow.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Muscle Shoals, Sexton and Florence.
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9.5
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43 reviews
If we could give Columbia Cottages a 10 we would! I will just have to say I love Columbia Cottage. My dad loves it there and he is very happy. The staff members are very kind and caring and they take good...
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.
Real Service At the heart of Columbia Cottage is ~CareSteps~, an individualized service plan designed to solve the real, day-to-day issues that have threatened to destroy the independence you've worked so hard to achieve. ~CareSteps~ assures that you'll receive the right amount of help at the...
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9.5
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18 reviews
Bright, open facility. Feels welcoming. Staff is very friendly and treats your loved one as if they are a part of their family. Love the staff, how they treat my mother in law and try to get her involved.
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.
The Pearl of the Shoals offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care while providing abundant services, conveniences and amenities. And there’s always the security of knowing that our staff is on-site 24 hours a day, seven days a week.As an assisted living resident, you can enjoy the...
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9.4
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29 reviews
The Renaissance is a very nice facility. I joke that I wish I lived there. The community is active and mixed in terms of physical and cognitive abilities. My mom really struggled to integrate for reasons...
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.
IN TIMES OF UNCERTAINTY...Imagine a lifestyle with all the supportand stability that you could need.Welcome to The Renaissance of FlorenceAssisted Living in Florence, AlabamaOur Services:Awarded U.S. News's Best Assisted Living of 2023, we are dedicated to enhancing health, wellness, and the...
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8.6
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4 reviews
First of all I’d like to mention the staff. They are the most caring individuals and take excellent care of Mother better than I could have expected. Secondly I’d like to mention the kitchen staff. They cook...
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.
You will feel right at home at Hilltop at Glenwood. Located in historic Florence, AL residents enjoy all that our town has to offer, including the annual Renaissance Faire each fall and the W.C. Handy Music Festival every summer. Our community is very family friendly and we are committed to...
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8.5
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8 reviews
My family and loved one had a wonderful experience with The Neighborhood at Sheffield. The staff are personable and caring towards the residents. Everyone is friendly from the staff to residents. The...
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.
Located in the Shoals area of northwest Alabama, Morningside of Sheffield offers daily assistance for seniors in a warm, home-like environment. A well-rounded, active lifestyle program is provided to promote independence, continued physical, mental and social stimulation and the necessities...
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The community is beautiful and well maintained. The staff has made my loved ones feel like they are family. The staff knows everyone's name and uses it so they feel like that is there home. I am very...
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.
Keestone Senior Community is an assisted living residence located in Florence, the county seat of Lauderdale County, Alabama. There are many local community events to enjoy ranging from the summer Renaissance fair to many historic landmarks. Our amazing weather encourages an active lifestyle, or...
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.
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Green Oaks Inn established in 1984 has been a pioneer of memory care assisted living in the state of Alabama. Green Oaks Inn continues to serve as a role model for others who offer this type of housing for the elderly in Alabama. The facility is licensed to provide care for up to thirty-two...
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Cost of memory care in Big Oak, AL
The average cost of senior living in Big Oak is $3,966 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterloo, AL with an average of $3,491 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Big Oak
Recent reviews for memory care in Big Oak
Hilltop at Glenwood in Florence, AL
3.5
My loved one was previously a resident at Hilltop at Glenwood and the overall experience was good. The staff is friendly, but I do feel like there is a lack of communication between them. Overall, I would recommend Hilltop at Glenwood to others who are looking for a Memory Care facility.
The Pearl of the Shoals in Muscle Shoals, AL
5.0
The entire staff at Brookdale are wonderful! They go out of their way to make people feel welcome. It's very clean and updated. They offer lots of activities. I would highly recommend Brookdale to any of my family and friends.
The Renaissance of Florence
5.0
The Renaissance of Florence is a beautiful facility. The staff are very helpful and kind, taking a genuine interest in the residents and the care they receive. There is an outstanding activities program with a wide variety of activities for the residents to participate in. The Renaissance of ...
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Big Oak review score based on 37 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 37 reviews of 9 Big Oak memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Big Oak 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
Big Oak review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Big Oak 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 37 reviews of 9 Big Oak memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Big Oak 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.Big Oak, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.4
Friendliness
4.9
4.5
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.4
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.0
Value for cost*
4.6
4.0
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Big Oak memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Oak memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Oak, 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 Big Oak 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 Big Oak that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Big Oak, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.4%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Big Oak 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 Big Oak Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Big Oak, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Oak 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 Big Oak partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Oak, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
50.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Oak 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 Big Oak communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Oak, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Oak 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 Big Oak offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Oak, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.6%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Columbia Cottage, The Pearl of the Shoals and The Renaissance of Florence are the top-rated memory care facilities near Big Oak, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 11 memory care facilities near Big Oak, Alabama. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Big Oak, Alabama is The Renaissance of Florence. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 11 memory care facilities near you in Big Oak, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Big Oak, 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 Big Oak, 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 Big Oak, Alabama ranges from $1000 to $8500. The average Memory Care cost in Big Oak, Alabama is $3,966. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Big Oak, Alabama typically starts at $1000. 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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