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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Alameda County, CA
Memory care in Alameda County offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Alameda County is about $6,225 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 39 communities, read 604 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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.
Nestled in the hills of Union City overlooking the San Francisco Bay, the Pavilion at the Masonic Homes is a brand-new residence for seniors dealing with memory loss or requiring assistance with day-to-day activities. Surrounded by lush greenery and bay views, and with expert caregivers available...
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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.
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My mother stayed here from 2014 through 2016. I'm so grateful my mother had occasion to live at such a beautiful place, knowing what good care and love they showed her. I could always see how happy she was....
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
When you need a place to turn to for support, understanding and care...turn to Atherton Care. We are premier senior community specializing in the care of persons suffering from memory impairment caused by Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
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I FOUND THE COMMUNITY QUITE A NICE PLACE AS FAR AS THE ENVIRONMENT. THE STAFF WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL AS WELL AND THEY SEEMED TO BE ON TOP OF CARING FOR THE RESIDENCE AS WELL. I REALLY WAS PLEASED AT THE FACT...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Fremont Village provides seniors with a warm and caring atmosphere where our many options contribute to the independence and individuality of each resident. An array of activities, a variety of nutritious entrees, and support services are all designed to meet personal preferences and requests....
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We are very happy with the care from the wonderful and caring staff. The community has a nice environment and is clean and maintained. They offer a good variety of healthy meals. We like that they have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Lincoln Villa is a lovely community dedicated to assisted senior living. Not only is the community a wonderful place for seniors to live together and enjoy their golden years, but it is a safe environment where adult children can be assured that their parents are well taken care of. The goal of...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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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.
At Aegis Gardens in Fremont, California, our focus on Chinese culture is reflected in everything we do. Our retirement community is designed to be warm and inviting with thoughtfully-designed architecture and interiors, exceptional menus, enticing activities, and caring Chinese-speaking staff....
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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.
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Diana's Care Home is an assisted living community in Hayward, an east bay suburban region of the San Francisco Bay area. With just over 150,000 people, Hayward is the sixth largest city in the bay area. Hayward has its own executive airport and knows how to entertain its visitors with broad...
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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.
Waters Edge Lodge is family owned and operated Assisted Living and Senior Living community nestled in a unique and peaceful setting on the lagoon of Harbor Bay. The Lodge is part of AEC Living, which has cared for seniors for over 50 years in Alameda and the East Bay.Our apartments provide a warm...
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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.
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.
Cost of memory care in Alameda County, CA
The average cost of senior living in Alameda County is $6,225 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clayton, CA with an average of $5,694 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Alameda County
Recent reviews for memory care in Alameda County
Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA
5.0
This place is an excellent facility that specializes in the care of Chinese speaking people. It is well maintained and the staff is always ready to help. My mom lived there until she passed .
Mercy Retirement and Care Center in Oakland, CA
5.0
One of the reasons we selected Mercy was for its spiritual/faith program which includes daily mass. Perfect setting for my aunt. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
Rosemont Gardens in San Leandro, CA
5.0
Excellent caring staff. Clean place. My Auntie [name removed] is here. I visited from Anaheim California. My auntie Husband just passed away. My auntie looked beautiful and happy. I talked with staff and they were very professional
Alameda County review score based on 154 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 154 reviews of 38 Alameda County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Alameda County 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
Alameda County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Alameda County 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 154 reviews of 38 Alameda County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Alameda County 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.Alameda County, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.4
Friendliness
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4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Alameda County memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alameda County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alameda County, 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 Alameda County 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 Alameda County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
68.4%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.4%
48%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.9%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.1%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.5%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.3%
72.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Alameda County 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 Alameda County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.8%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.4%
45.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.8%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.3%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alameda County 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 Alameda County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.3%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.5%
44.2%
No sugar
No sugar
55.3%
41.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63.2%
49.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Alameda County 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 Alameda County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
52.6%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.3%
39.6%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.9%
22.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alameda County 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 Alameda County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60.5%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.5%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.2%
28.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.2%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.5%
51.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.2%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.3%
39.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.7%
34.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60.5%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
34.2%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
52.6%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.5%
46.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cogir of Brentwood, Oakmont of Montecito and Brookdale North Fremont are the top-rated memory care facilities near Alameda County, California. See full list of communities.
There are 39 memory care facilities near Alameda County, California. See the full list.
The 39 memory care facilities near you in Alameda County, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Alameda County, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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The cost of memory care facilities in Alameda County, California ranges from $695 to $115000. The average Memory Care cost in Alameda County, California is $6,225. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Alameda County, California typically starts at $695. 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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