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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Media, AL

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If your loved one needs memory care in Media, A Place for Mom can help. With 31 memory care facilities in Media, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Pleasant Grove Estates, Woodmont and Dolomite.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Birmingham, Hoover and Vestavia Hills.

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zipAverageCost: $3,768

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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.
· Alabama Living Center Assisted Living Center If you or someone in your family is having difficulty living independently, yet doesn't need 24-hour care and medical supervision, then assisted living will provide the ideal solution. If you or a loved one requires assistance with bathing,...
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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.
Our services include traditional and specialty care assisted living. We offer free evaluations where we can help assist you in determining you or your loved ones needs.Traditional Assisted Living If you or someone in your family is having difficulty living independently, yet doesn't need 24-hour...
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Cost of memory care in Media, AL

The average cost of senior living in Media is $3,768 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kimberly, AL with an average of $3,659 per month.

Memory care costs in Media, AL, vs. nearby cities

Media, AL
$3,768/mo

Memory care costs in Media, AL, vs. state and national averages

Media, AL
$3,768/mo
$3,907/mo
U.S. national average
$4,803/mo

Memory care costs in Media, AL, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$3,768/mo

Memory care costs in Media, AL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,825/mo
Studio
$5,631/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,242/mo

Senior living costs in Media vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Media, AL
Column state: Alabama
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMedia, ALAlabamaU.S.
Memory Care$3,768/mo$3,907/mo$4,803/mo
Assisted Living$3,656/mo$3,866/mo$4,565/mo
Independent Living$3,162/mo$3,478/mo$4,024/mo
Memory Care
Media, AL:$3,768/mo
Alabama:$3,907/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
Assisted Living
Media, AL:$3,656/mo
Alabama:$3,866/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Independent Living
Media, AL:$3,162/mo
Alabama:$3,478/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
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Memory care costs in Media, AL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Media and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Media, ALAL stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Media, AL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Media have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Media, AL$5,578/mo$5,453/mo+2.3%
Alabama$5,020/mo$5,045/mo-0.5%
National$6,399/mo$5,969/mo+7.2%
Media, AL
2024 average cost:$5,578/mo
2023 average cost:$5,453/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
Alabama
2024 average cost:$5,020/mo
2023 average cost:$5,045/mo
Percent change:-0.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,399/mo
2023 average cost:$5,969/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Media

Recent reviews for memory care in Media

Fair Haven Retirement Community in Birmingham, AL

4.0
There have been some issues with the billing but I'm having a meeting with them this week to get that resolved. Based on our experience I would recommend them.

Proveer at Grayson Valley in Birmingham, AL

4.1
The facility is pretty nice, I think some things could be upgraded. But mom is very pleased. The staff is very friendly and quick to address any issues we have. They do housekeeping often and her room is very clean. The food is good, mom is happy with it. Communication with the family is very ...
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Brookdale University Park in Homewood, AL

4.9
I would definitely recommend Brookdale University Park. The staff is very friendly and we feel we get honest helpful feedback from them. Though my mom is always wanting to "go home", she is satisfied and has become close to and comfortable with the staff. They are always coming to get her to ...
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Media review score based on 94 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 94 reviews of 27 Media memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Media 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

Media review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Media, AL27 facilities
8.4
West Jefferson, AL16 facilities
7.7
Graysville, AL19 facilities

Review subcategories for Media 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 94 reviews of 27 Media memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Media 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.
Media, AL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
4.0
Friendliness
3.4
4.1
Care services
3.0
3.7
Staff
3.2
3.9
Meals & dining
2.9
3.6
Activities
2.7
3.6
Value for cost*
3.0
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Media memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Media memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Media, 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 Media 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 Media that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Media, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.9%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.1%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.5%
29.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.4%
62.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
29.6%
74%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Media 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 Media Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Media, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.6%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.9%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.1%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.5%
27%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Media 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 Media partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Media, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
28.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.7%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
29.6%
42.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
50.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Media 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 Media communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Media, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.7%
23.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Media 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 Media offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Media, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
37%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.6%
34.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
28.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.7%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.7%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.9%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.9%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
48.6%
Dances
Dances
29.6%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.5%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Media

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Alabama memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Media protect seniors.
Learn about Alabama memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Galleria Woods, a CCRC, HarborChase of Jasper and Brookdale University Park are the top-rated memory care facilities near Media, Alabama. See full list of communities.
There are 31 memory care facilities near Media, Alabama. See the full list.
The 31 memory care facilities near you in Media, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Media, 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 Media, 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 Media, Alabama ranges from $1189 to $8800. The average Memory Care cost in Media, Alabama is $3,768. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Media, Alabama typically starts at $1189. 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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