The Crossings at North River
200 George Hall Lane, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35406
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Welcome to exciting, active senior living that’s more than just a place to live-it’s a place to grow and connect. Drawing from the trusted e..."
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About 13% of the approximately 110,600 residents of Tuscaloosa, AL, are seniors ages 65 and older. This group is at special risk for Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, which can be devastating for seniors and their families. In fact, according to the CDC, Alzheimer's related deaths are on the rise in Tuscaloosa. In 2016, 81 people died from this disease. That number rose to 100 in 2020, a 23.46% increase.
Fortunately, Tuscaloosa offers seniors plenty of options for dementia care. This service, which is also called memory care, provides security, assistance and cognitive stimulation to seniors struggling with memory loss. Specially trained caregivers work individually with residents to help them with their personal care and to form meaningful connections and engage in purposeful activities. Memory care communities often provide support for family members as well.
In this guide, seniors and their families can discover more about memory care in Tuscaloosa, including cost comparisons, financial assistance options and free or low-cost resources. They can also learn about the benefits and drawbacks of Tuscaloosa.
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200 George Hall Lane, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35406
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Welcome to exciting, active senior living that’s more than just a place to live-it’s a place to grow and connect. Drawing from the trusted e..."
READ MORE1801 Rice Mine Road N, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35406
4.4
(14 reviews)
"Located 1.12 miles west of the Cypress Inn on Rice Mine Road toward Northport in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Morning Pointe of Tuscaloosa is a stat..."
READ MORE1410 18th Avenue East, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35404
4.3
(17 reviews)
"I toured a lot of places, everytime I came here, there was energy and life. Love it!..."
READ MORE601 Peter Bryce Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35401
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Capstone Village is a luxury residential community catering to active retirees. Located on The University of Alabama campus, Capstone Villag..."
READ MORE5001 Old Montgomery Highway, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35405
3.9
(16 reviews)
"My husband went to Regency Retirement Village of Tuscaloosa for a few days, but he's diabetic and has trouble with his sugar. I think he didn't like being there, and so his sugar ran high the whole time he was there. He was in the memory care part. I..."
READ MORE951 Rose Dr., Northport, AL, 35476
4.6
(12 reviews)
"The care that Brookdale Northport provides for my mother has been great. Her room is clean, and they have a lot of things for the residents although she doesn't participate. The staff members are very friendly, very outgoing and seem happy. The commu..."
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2015 - 32nd St., Northport, AL, 35476
Memory care facilities are licensed and regulated by the Alabama Public Health Department. These communities, which are listed as specialty care assisted living facilities, are held to high standards to ensure quality care and full security. Seniors and their families can access an online database to learn more about particular communities.
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Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we've estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth's 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
Memory care communities in Tuscaloosa charge an average of $3,938 per month for their services, but costs may vary depending on care plans and accommodations.
Tuscaloosa's memory care rates come in low on the cost spectrum. The Alabama average is significantly higher at $4,379, and the national average is more expensive yet at $5,625. Compared to other Alabama cities, Tuscaloosa's costs are reasonable. Only Gadsden shows lower rates at $3,501. Huntsville's prices are higher than Tuscaloosa's by $243, while Montgomery's costs come in over those of Tuscaloosa by $437. Anniston offers the highest rates at $5,964.
Tuscaloosa
$3,938
Alabama
$4,379
United States
$5,625
Gadsden
$3,501
Huntsville
$4,181
Montgomery
$4,375
Anniston
$5,964
Seniors in Tuscaloosa have access to many senior care options. Nursing homes are the most expensive at $6,312 per month. Seniors who wish to remain at home might choose home care, which is $100 less than memory care, or home health care, which is $175 more. Assisted living facilities charge less than memory care communities by $788. Adult day programs are least expensive at $867.
Memory Care
$3,938
In-Home Care
$3,838
Home Health Care
$4,113
Adult Day Health Care
$867
Assisted Living Facility
$3,150
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$6,312
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Alabama page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Alabama page.
Tuscaloosa and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in Tuscaloosa, please visit our Memory Care in Alabama page.
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Tuscaloosa Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Alabama are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Alabama page for more information about these laws.
Memory Care
Rhodes
5
Review of Crimson Village
I toured a lot of places, everytime I came here, there was energy and life. Love it!
Memory Care
Elaine
3
Review of Regency Retirement Village - Tuscaloosa
My husband went to Regency Retirement Village of Tuscaloosa for a few days, but he's diabetic and has trouble with his sugar. I think he didn't like being there, and so his sugar ran high the whole...
Memory Care
Elaine
5
Review of Crimson Village
Crimson Village was a very nice place. It was a little unusual where they had most of the residents in memory care. You go down the hall and the rooms are part of the hallway. The nurses' station...