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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Macon County, AL

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If your loved one needs memory care in Macon County, A Place for Mom can help. With 94 memory care facilities in Macon County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Macon County incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Macon County memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Macon County, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Carrville and Pepperell.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Auburn, Pike Road and Tallassee.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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My sister and I recently went through the process of identifying end-of-life care for our mother. That included assisted living arrangements for the early stages of her decline to higher levels of care as...
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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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
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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
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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, 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.
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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: Memory Care
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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.
Caring for a love one battling the dementia of Alzheimer’s Disease is not a challenge to be faced alone. At Heritage Hills you will find a secure, loving environment staffed 24 hours a day by Licensed Nurses, Aides and Therapists – all ready to help! We offer encouragement on an individual basis...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
At Fountain City Care and Rehabilitation, we are dedicated to delivering quality individual service to every person entrusted to our care. Our state-of-the-art 210-bed facility provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation therapy to adults of all ages who need short- or long-term care. Residents...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Macon County, AL

The average cost of senior living in Macon County is $3,696 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jacksons' Gap, AL with an average of $1,858 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Macon County, AL vs. nearby counties

Macon County, AL
$3,696/mo
$3,709/mo
$3,865/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Macon County, AL vs. the state and national average

Macon County, AL
$3,696/mo
$3,863/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Macon County vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$3,696/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Macon County, AL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,640/mo
Studio
$4,458/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,599/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,999/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Macon County

Recent reviews for memory care in Macon County

Thrive at Green Island in Columbus, GA

5.0
They staff is so helpful. My mother's nurse [name removed] is attentive and competent. The facility is very clean and well organized. [name removed] was so helpful with my mother's move to Thrive. Thanks [name removed] and [name removed] for being so kind and helpful.

Oak Grove Inn in Montgomery, AL

4.5
Based on the experience I have had so far, the staff members working there are very helpful and surrounding. However they have some areas they could improve on so on the moment, I would maybe recommend this community to other families.

The Arbor at Opelika

3.8
My Mother in law is not doing as well as we hoped at this community. She likes the food and they offer a good variety of choices. Interaction with the staff is good and I would rate them about a 3. They do not offer transportation to help with appointments. The administrative staff seem ...
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Macon County review score based on 167 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 167 reviews of 79 Macon County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Macon County 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

Macon County review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Macon County, AL79 facilities
8.0
Tuskegee, AL92 facilities
8.5
Franklin, AL18 facilities

Review subcategories for Macon County 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 167 reviews of 79 Macon County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Macon County 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.
Macon County, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Macon County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Macon County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Macon County, 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 Macon County 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 Macon County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Macon County, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.9%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.4%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.7%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
32.6%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.5%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
23.9%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
20.7%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Macon County 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 Macon County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Macon County, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
27.2%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19.6%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.8%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.2%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Macon County 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 Macon County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Macon County, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.6%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.9%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
21.7%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.1%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Macon County 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 Macon County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Macon County, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.9%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.7%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
14.1%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.3%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Macon County 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 Macon County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Macon County, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.3%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.1%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.9%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.6%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.3%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.2%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.2%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.8%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
26.1%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
14.1%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.8%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Gardens of Eufaula, Gardens of Wetumpka and Spring Harbor at Green Island are the top-rated memory care facilities near Macon County, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 94 memory care facilities near Macon County, Alabama. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Macon County, Alabama are Gardens of Eufaula and Gardens of Wetumpka. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 94 memory care facilities near you in Macon County, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Macon County, 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 Macon County, 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 Macon County, Alabama ranges from $1 to $7650. The average Memory Care cost in Macon County, Alabama is $3,696. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Macon County, Alabama typically starts at $1. 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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