Overall Review of Shepherd Living at The Range Memory Care
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Caring staff stands out
Residents and families frequently describe the staff as genuinely caring and attentive.
Across the reviews, residents and families repeatedly describe staff who show up for day-to-day needs and treat people with respect. Many commenters highlight that caregivers pay attention to comfort, anticipate needs, and provide support that feels personal rather than routine. Several reviews also mention responsive nursing communication when families call or ask questions.
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Facility is kept clean
Multiple reviews mention a consistently clean, well-kept environment.
Several reviews praise the property as well maintained, including comments about cleanliness and an overall tidy feel. Even among more negative experiences, at least one reviewer calls out cleanliness as the only positive takeaway. Families also describe the facility atmosphere as welcoming and organized.
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Activities help residents socialize
Reviews commonly describe engaging activities that support social time.
Residents and families describe activities as a consistent part of life, from planned daily programming to special events. Multiple reviews specifically mention that residents participate, lift their spirits, and have opportunities to socialize rather than staying isolated. Some reviewers also describe a structured day that helps residents settle in.
differentiator
Memory care support feels structured
For memory care, families describe staff support as organized and focused on dementia needs.
In memory care-focused reviews, families describe the staff as understanding dementia-related behavior and working to manage changes over time. Several reviewers mention nursing support and communication habits, including being able to connect by phone or video and getting updates and photos. A number of comments also emphasize that residents are kept safe and cared for during periods when families could not visit in person.
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Care concerns and communication issues
A smaller set of reviews raise concerns about safety, neglect, and poor communication.
While many reviews are positive, some describe staff interactions that felt rude or dismissive, including experiences during visits. Other negative reviews mention missed monitoring, lack of follow-through on requests, and serious concerns about how needs were handled. A few reviewers also criticize management responsiveness and communication, describing difficulty getting updates or support when issues came up.
How we summarize
We summarize when many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.
Features
Housing
42 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Huntsville International (4 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Parks
Palmer Park (0.7 miles)
Shelton Park (3.8 miles)
Restaurants
McDonald's (0.7 miles)
Sonic Drive-In (1.1 miles)
Cricket's (2 miles)
China Buffet (2 miles)
Old Black Bear Brewing Company (2.1 miles)
Sonic Drive-In (2.1 miles)
Cracker Barrel (2.3 miles)
Physicians
Bright Starts Pediatrics (2 miles)
Madison Family Health Center (2 miles)
Panacea O'Neill Medical Group (2.2 miles)
Valley Behavioral Services (2.7 miles)
Outpatient Diagnostic Center of Alabama (2.8 miles)
Madison Dermatology Center (2.8 miles)
North Alabama ENT Associates PC (2.8 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (2.6 miles)
Walgreens (2.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
Madison Health Mart Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
Walgreens (3.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (4.1 miles)
Walmart Pharmacy (4.2 miles)
Cafes
Just Love Coffee Cafe (2.6 miles)
Grounded Coffee (2.8 miles)
Starbucks (5 miles)
Alchemy (7.6 miles)
Hospitals
Madison Surgery Center (2.8 miles)
Madison Hospital (4.1 miles)
Madison Hospital Emergency Department (4.2 miles)
Brooks Home Healthcare (9.8 miles)
Athens Limestone Hospital (10 miles)
Athens Limestone Medical Village (10.1 miles)
Transportation
Huntsville International Airport (HSV) (3 miles)
Signature Flight Support (3 miles)
Huntsville Airport Baggage Claim (3 miles)
Places of Worship
The Grove Baptist Church (3.2 miles)
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (5.3 miles)
Mt Zion Baptist Church (7.6 miles)
Oakwood University Seventh Day Adventist Church (8.8 miles)
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