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The 5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Tuscaloosa, AL for 2024

 

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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What to Consider About Memory Care in Tuscaloosa

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.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Tuscaloosa

 

  • Tuscaloosa offers a cost of living below the national average. On a 100-point scale, with the U.S. average at 100, Tuscaloosa's overall score is 87.5. Housing, transportation and groceries also fall below average. Even though seniors in memory care communities aren't directly paying these costs, they can still benefit because their facilities are paying less and passing lower costs on to them.
  • Tuscaloosa's climate is something of a mixed bag. The city's comfort index score is 7.1 out of 10, which is just above the national average of 7. Summers can get hot with July's highs coming in about 92 degrees, but autumn and spring are mild and comfortable. The city hardly ever gets snow and enjoys more sunny days than average.
  • Crime in Tuscaloosa is something of a problem. Violent crime rates come in at 29.9 on a 100-point scale with the U.S. average at 22.7, and property crime is higher yet at 59.7, compared to the national average of 35.4. Seniors in memory care communities, however, benefit from a level of security that can give them and their families peace of mind. These facilities are always locked and well-monitored for residents' safety.
  • Tuscaloosa's residents benefit from excellent water quality. The city's water quality index stands at 92 out of a 100. This is much higher than the U.S. average of 55, and it can help lower the risk of some diseases.
  • The DCH Regional Medical Center serves Tuscaloosa's medical needs. This large hospital provides a range of services, including primary care, emergency services, surgery and sleep medicine. Tuscaloosa residents also have access to the Lewis and Faye Manderson Cancer Center with its state-of-the-art treatments and the West Alabama Vascular & Endovascular Surgery center.

 

Paying for Memory Care in Tuscaloosa

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.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

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

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

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

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Tuscaloosa

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Alabama page.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Alabama

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Alabama page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Tuscaloosa

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.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Tuscaloosa

 

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.

Laws and Regulations in Alabama

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Rhodes

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Crimson Village

I toured a lot of places, everytime I came here, there was energy and life. Love it!

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Memory Care

Elaine

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

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...

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Memory Care

Elaine

I visited this facility

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...

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