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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Albany, CA
Memory care in Albany 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 Albany is about $18,265 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 63 communities, read 526 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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Albany Memory Care Facilities | 526 Reviews
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Last Updated: 10/10/24
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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.
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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Cost of memory care in Albany, CA
The average cost of senior living in Albany is $18,265 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Martinez, CA with an average of $5,741 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Albany, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Albany, CA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Albany vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Albany, CA by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Albany over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Albany
Recent reviews for memory care in Albany
The Ivy at Golden Gate in San Francisco, CA
4.2
Most staff are very friendly, with occasional lapses in service (too busy to help dress; slow, slow kitchen sometimes); coordination of offsite pharmacy and medicine technicians could be better; like in any health care setting, patient advocacy (usually a family member) is essential (especially ...
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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
Albany review score based on 87 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 87 reviews of 51 Albany memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Albany 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
Albany review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Albany 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 87 reviews of 51 Albany memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Albany 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.Albany, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Albany memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Albany memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Albany, 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 Albany 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 Albany 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
45.1%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
19.6%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.1%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.1%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.1%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.7%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Albany 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 Albany Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Albany, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.9%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.4%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.9%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Albany 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 Albany partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Albany, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.5%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.3%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.2%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.7%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Albany 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 Albany communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
35.3%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.2%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
37.3%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.6%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Albany 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 Albany offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.6%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.5%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.1%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.2%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
41.2%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
27.5%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.4%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Greenhills Care Home, Oakmont of Montecito and Sunrise of San Mateo are the top-rated memory care facilities near Albany, California. See full list of communities.
There are 63 memory care facilities near Albany, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Albany, California are Greenhills Care Home, Sunrise of San Mateo and Coterie Cathedral Hill. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 63 memory care facilities near you in Albany, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Albany, California, 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 Albany, California, 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 Albany, California ranges from $495 to $7780525. The average Memory Care cost in Albany, California is $18,265. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Albany, California typically starts at $495. 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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