About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Wards Mill, AL

Answer a few questions to get personalized results

Who are you searching for?

If your loved one needs memory care in Wards Mill, A Place for Mom can help. With 11 memory care facilities in Wards Mill, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Langdale, McGinty and River View.
You may also consider nearby communities such as LaGrange, Valley and Opelika.

Wards Mill Memory Care Facilities | 54 Reviews

Showing 7 communities
Last Updated: 12/24/24
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Valley Park Manor
22 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.0
Review score
10 reviews
9.0
Review score
10 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
40%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I rate Valley Park 5 on all categories! The director is wonderful & very knowledgeable! My mom fells very comfortable at Valley Park and we would absolutely recommend this community to other families based...
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.
See details
Photo of Leisure Living of LaGrange
11 Photo available
5 star
30%
4 star
10%
3 star
20%
2 star
20%
1 star
20%
See all reviews
The community is very clean but the hallways are just a little to dark. The staff have been very good to our loved one, and we like how the community is close to our family. The staff are always aware of 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.
Leisure Living of LaGrange — Serving Seniors in the area since 1989. When there is a need for affordable and comfortable, yet convenient living for seniors, Leisure Living Of LaGrange is the place residents call home. Assisted living is at its finest. It is our pleasure to welcome you to...
See details
Photo of Vernon Woods Retirement Community
44 Photos available
5 star
70%
4 star
18%
3 star
6%
2 star
0%
1 star
6%
See all reviews
This is a great place. The food, staff, and the apartments make it a great place. There is a patio off the apartments with space for plants. It is really nice here. The staff are good to work with...
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.
Vernon Woods was developed by West Georgia Health and opened in September 2000. We are professionally managed by Grace Management, Inc. We are a non-profit organization and a member of Leading Age Georgia. We are conveniently located near West Georgia Health and physician offices. The...
See details
Photo of The Suites At Poplar Creek
8.0
Review score
5 reviews
8.0
Review score
5 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
20%
3 star
20%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
My mom has been in Memory Care for 2-1/2 years at Poplar Creek. She gets very good care and the family atmosphere here is noticed immediately. Her level of dementia is severe, but I can sleep at night...
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.
Some seniors reach a point when they are unable to care for all the little details of daily living and need a helping hand now and then. In many cases, The Suites at Poplar Creek can be the ideal alternative for those who need modest personal assistance, housekeeping, meals, and supervision with...
Photo of Magnolia Manor
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.
Photo of Lakewood Senior Living of Valley
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
We chose Lakewood Specialty Care of Valley because it was two miles from her grandson. This is a smaller facility and it provides assisted living and memory care in different buildings. The room sizes here...
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.
Photo of George H Lanier Memorial Home
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing

Cost of memory care in Wards Mill, AL

The average cost of senior living in Wards Mill is $3,704 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jacksons' Gap, AL with an average of $1,858 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Wards Mill, AL vs. nearby cities

Wards Mill, AL
$3,737/mo

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

Wards Mill, AL
$3,737/mo
$3,881/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Wards Mill vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$3,737/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Wards Mill, AL by room type

Studio
$3,538/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,975/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,650/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Wards Mill over time

Wards Mill, ALAL stateNational

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Wards Mill

Recent reviews for memory care in Wards Mill

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 ...
Read more

Valley Park Manor

4.6
Very affordable. Not too big, meaning more attention to my father. Staff is attentive, kind and caring, and available to talk when needed. They have been great about informing us when there is any kind of issue. Feel very good about dad being there!

Summer Village at Magnolia Place in Auburn, AL

4.6
The Summer Village community has made our loved one get more socially involved which we very nice. So far our loved one has not complained about the food, so from our understanding its pretty good.

Wards Mill memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wards Mill memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wards Mill, 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 Wards Mill 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 Wards Mill that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wards Mill, ALNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
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
42.9%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
73.5%
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 Wards Mill 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 Wards Mill Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wards Mill, ALNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.6%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
14.3%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
26.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wards Mill 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 Wards Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wards Mill, ALNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
50.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Wards Mill 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 Wards Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wards Mill, ALNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Wards Mill 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 Wards Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wards Mill, ALNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Valley Park Manor, Summer Village Campus and Morningside of Auburn are the top-rated memory care facilities near Wards Mill, Alabama. See full list of communities.

There are 11 memory care facilities near Wards Mill, Alabama. See the full list.

The 11 memory care facilities near you in Wards Mill, Alabama typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Wards Mill, 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 Wards Mill, 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 Wards Mill, Alabama ranges from $1 to $7650. The average Memory Care cost in Wards Mill, Alabama is $3,704. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Wards Mill, 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.

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top