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Memory care in Alta Mesa 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 Alta Mesa is about $8,739 per month.

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Photo of Westmont of Morgan Hill
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Westmont is an Excellent facility for anyone that is looking for a place for your loved one to reside either on a long term or a short term basis. Starting with [name removed] the Resident Services Director...
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.
Westmont of Morgan Hill is an assisted living community located in Morgan Hill, CA, in Santa Clara County and home to about 38,000 people. An area considered to be part of Silicon Valley, Morgan Hill has relaxing parklike settings, shops, stores, restaurants and new homes. Residents will be able...
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I recently moved my dad into the memory care unit at Harbor at Hillsdale Senior Living, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. From the moment he arrived, the staff attended to his every need...
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.
For more than 20 years, Atria has served the families of San Mateo. The community will seek LEED® certification for sustainable design, construction and operation.In addition to discreet assistance with daily tasks like bathing and getting dressed, Atria Park of San Mateo has a licensed nurse...
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The staff at Atria are all very friendly and helpful. There's a pretty good variety of activities on a daily basis--donuts & bingo is probably the most popular activity! The apartment size is good...
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.
Atria Sunnyvale is a welcoming assisted living community in a lovely, quiet neighborhood situated close to downtown Sunnyvale, California. Residents and their families can enjoy a stroll along winding walkways or relax in the beautifully landscaped courtyard. Or they may prefer to entertain...
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The facility is kept very clean. The food is pretty good, and the desserts are delicious. There is a movie theater here, and the movies have been really great. The employees are very nice and extremely...
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.
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1. My choice in joining the community is "limited care" so i don't take meals or have anyone clean my apartment. When there is a health event like too many people with the flu, they deliver meals to everyone...
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.
This is the kind of place people dream of living in. With views of both Lake Merritt and the East Bay Hills, Lake Park is a retirement community in Oakland, CA that's ?lled with natural light, greenery and fascinating people. Here, a diverse collection of extraordinary residents enjoys a...
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We resisted moving to a senior community for a long time. When we finally decided to bite the bullet we investigated 8 or 10 communities in all. We knew it would be near at least one of our kids. We liked...
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.
Experience the Good LifeWhile we are a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in San Jose, California, you might get the impression you stumbled upon a family reunion when you show up on our doorstep for the first time. Our team will greet you with warm smiles and you’ll hear the sound of...
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The staff are all warm and friendly and loving and kind . My mom loves the food. That's the one thing she always says about this place. The room is large. We have a private room.
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.
Safety They Deserve, Peace of Mind You CraveIf you are struggling with the idea of transitioning your loved one’s care to someone else, we know what you’re going through. While the decision may not be an easy one, your heart is in the right place. Here at our memory care community in Fremont,...
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Staff is top notch. Trained very well, kind and compassionate. Food is healthy and tasty with a wide variety. Facility is beautiful. Rooms are spacious and comfortable. I absolutely LOVE them!
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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The main lobby where they host most of the activities is very spacious and well lit with natural light! The daily activities. My mother isn't always happy with the food but she is picky
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.
TreVista offers both assisted living and memory care for seniors. Our aim is to create remarkable moments for the residents of our communities and to treat all in our care like family. Our Concord, CA based senior living community is dedicated to offering top-notch assisted living and memory care...
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I'd give them all fives even though we had problems. Any facility has problems and a new resident is always going to have problems adjusting. Our family member was in crisis, so even harder. Brookdale was...
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.
Fewer Chores, More FunDo you want to experience a retirement rich in exciting events, activities and programs and free from the burden of household chores like cooking, cleaning, laundry and yard work? If that sounds like something you want for your life, we have good news. Your dream retirement...
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Photo of The Arbor at Berkeley
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There is a new director in place, and he deserves time to implement changes and improvements. He has been very open to feedback and input, which is encouraging. The staff are cheerful, caring, and work hard...
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.
Situated in Poet’s Corner between the West Berkeley Design Loop and the International Marketplace District, The Arbor at Berkeley is designed to help active elders continue to contribute, participate and inspire future generations. Offering a comfortable, supportive and accessible environment,...
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Staff are great. Particularly helpful to me have been Sales Director [name removed] and Residents Services Director [name removed]. Super responsive to emails and texts. Also, my sister's apartment has been...
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.
Atria Evergreen Valley provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. In choosing this community, our residents...
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The staff here at the Merrill Gardens retirement/residential community, in Santa Cruz, Ca., where I reside, can be described as tremendously essential, responsible and wonderfully attending supportive, not...
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.
Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community is a beautiful community located in the center of all the action. We are within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Wharf, beach and boardwalk. Our beautiful building has a charming personality—and a fascinating past—all its own. Sunshine Villa, A...
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Staff was very nice and helpful. In particular, [Name removed] really went above and beyond to help me understand the process of searching for facilities and what kinds of questions I should ask to help...
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.
Serra Highlands Senior Living is a welcoming senior community offering both Independent Living and Assisted Living options. The community is designed to provide residents with a comfortable and engaging environment, promoting independence while ensuring access to necessary support services.The...
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The staff are helpful and the caregivers are wonderful. Recently, they are short on staff so some of the services were delayed. They are a variety of good activities and events for family to join in. The...
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.
Ivy Park at Milpitas offers a wide spectrum of senior living and care on one campus. Moving into one of California's premier senior living communities means that you do not have to leave us as your personal support needs change. Whether you enjoy the carefree retirement setting of a 55+ Active...
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The staff was friendly and the the property was clean everywhere I went. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.
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.
Welcome to Oakland Heights Senior Living, a vibrant community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care in Oakland, California. Nestled in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area, our community is known for its warm hospitality, dedicated caregivers, and enriching lifestyle...
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Staff is welcoming and nice to talk with. Especially [name removed] - Director of Culinary Services. She seems as she really cares about the residents and their family members. She always is pleasant to see....
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.
Welcome to Fremont Hills Assisted Living. We are proud to be Fremont's premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Fremont Hills Assisted Living is where residents can enjoy life and their families can have peace of mind, knowing that their loved ones are being cared for with dignity and...
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The staff (MedTechs and Aides) are very caring and compassionate. They constantly encourage the residents to participate in the activities they provide, have lots of events with live music, outings, etc.
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.
Bellara Living offers a vibrant and welcoming community, beginning with our serene, oasis-inspired courtyard—an ideal setting to relax with friends, enjoy live entertainment, or dine al fresco under twinkling lights with a chef-crafted meal.Our experience extends indoors to a sunlit bistro where...
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They were very welcoming and accommodating. The facility was clean and vibrant. The food was high quality. It's a wonderful place for seniors.
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.
With the classic California ambiance of a Mission-style lodge, Atria Valley View is a vibrant assisted living community nestled in the hills of Walnut Creek, conveniently located near downtown, shopping, banking and the John Muir Medical Center.Recently redeveloped to create strong indoor-outdoor...
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OAKMONT is a wonderful place for the care of my husband who is paralyzed. The staff is always there to help him whenever he needs anything like his diaper changed. The food is 5 star! Delicious. The facility...
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.
Oakmont of Burlingame is a lovely retirement community set on a verdant property with beautiful views, award-winning dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. Shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment are all within walking distance. Oakmont provides residents and their...
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excessive staff turnover. Food was great initially, after several staffing changes the food has declined. Continued price increases but quality in general has diminished from when our family member moved in....
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.
Emerald Valley offers 48 assisted living apartments with a variety of floor plans, full service bar/bistro, luxury spa and salon, wellness and fitness center, on-site, state-of-the-art movie theatre, outdoor terrace and so much more.Emerald Valley offers Luxury Studio Apartment, Private Terrace,...
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I'm very happy with the quality of the memory care facility and my mother's room. That said, my mother is having a hard time adjusting and accepting help with bathing, dressing. So far the staff hasn't been...
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.
•Personalized assisted living and memory care services•Set in the heart of Silicon Valley, Within easy reach of downtown Sunnyvale, upscale boutiques, restaurants, and parks.•Elegant studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites•Included services: three meals per day, weekly housekeeping, weekly...
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Staff are very warm and welcoming Having issues with the billing part of things but working with them directly. We would recommend. It was smaller and a good fit for our mom
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.
About Sunrise of San MateoSunrise of San Mateo offers a homelike and nurturing setting with personal services and engaging activities for seniors of all life stages. Located just minutes away from downtown San Mateo, California, our residents may enjoy a variety of fine dining, shopping and...
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Our father moved in a few years ago, and we couldn’t be any happier with our decision. The facility is clean, the food is good and the management team has been consistent. We can call the executive director...
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.
The Best Value in San Ramon Senior LivingDiscovery Commons in San Ramon, located in San Ramon, California, is a retirement community offering exceptional Assisted Living and Memory Care in an intimate and tranquil park-like wellness setting. Considered one of the East Bay’s premier boutique...
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My mom was only at Oakmont for a couple of weeks while waiting for her permanent placement at [facility name removed]. At Oakmont, San (director) was a lifesaver in navigating the transition from the SNF....
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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Cost of memory care in Alta Mesa, CA

The average cost of senior living in Alta Mesa is $8,739 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Cruz, CA with an average of $6,964 per month.

Memory care costs in Alta Mesa, CA, vs. state and national averages

Alta Mesa, CA
$8,739/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Alta Mesa, CA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$8,739/mo

Memory care costs in Alta Mesa, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,172/mo
Studio
$8,668/mo
1 Bedroom
$10,834/mo

Senior living costs in Alta Mesa 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: Alta Mesa, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlta Mesa, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$8,739/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$7,482/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$5,000/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Alta Mesa, CA:$8,739/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Alta Mesa, CA:$7,482/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Alta Mesa, CA:$5,000/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Alta Mesa, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Alta Mesa 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.

Alta Mesa, CACA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Alta Mesa, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Alta Mesa 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 average 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
Alta Mesa, CA$7,752/mo$7,473/mo+3.7%
California$6,924/mo$6,714/mo+3.1%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Alta Mesa, CA
2024 average cost:$7,752/mo
2023 average cost:$7,473/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
California
2024 average cost:$6,924/mo
2023 average cost:$6,714/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Alta Mesa

Recent reviews for memory care in Alta Mesa

The Ivy 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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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

AlmaVia of San Rafael

5.0
Great facility that is meeting all my parents needs! Great for memory care. The staff is very friendly and helpful to get them adjusted

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and skilled memory care staff. Several reviews from communities like Brookdale North Fremont, Atria Sunnyvale, and Sunrise of San Mateo praise the dedication, patience, and expertise of caregivers in memory care units. Residents receive personalized and attentive care, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Engaging and diverse activities for residents. Residents enjoy a variety of activities tailored to their interests and abilities, as mentioned in reviews for communities like Brookdale North Fremont, Menlo Oaks, and Palm Villas. Activities encourage socialization, creativity, and physical activity.
Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Families value clear and consistent communication from staff, as stated in reviews for communities like Oakmont of Redwood City, Brookdale North Fremont, and Atria Willow Glen. Regular updates about residents' care, health, and social experiences are appreciated.
High-quality, accommodating dining experiences. Meals are a highlight for many residents, as noted in reviews for communities like Atria Sunnyvale, Meadow Gardens of Menlo Park, and Atria Willow Glen. Staff cater to individual dietary needs and preferences, ensuring residents enjoy their meals and look forward to dining times.
Safe and well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and maintenance are priorities at senior living communities, as expressed in reviews for Oakmont of Redwood City, Brookdale North Fremont, and Palm Villas. Residents appreciate the secure and well-kept living spaces, both indoors and outdoors.
Access to on-site medical care and support. Having medical care available on-site is essential for many residents and their families, as mentioned in reviews for communities like Sunrise of Sunnyvale, Brookdale North Fremont, and Belmont Village Sunnyvale. This allows for easy access to health care services and peace of mind for lov ...
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Alta Mesa review score based on 1,016 family reviews

8.2
Review score297 facilities1016 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1016 reviews of 297 Alta Mesa memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Alta Mesa 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

Alta Mesa review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Alta Mesa, CA297 facilities
8.4
Santa Cruz, CA156 facilities
8.2
Daly City, CA306 facilities

Review subcategories for Alta Mesa 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 1,016 reviews of 297 Alta Mesa memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Alta Mesa 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.
Alta Mesa, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.7
Friendliness
3.4
3.8
Care services
3.0
3.5
Staff
3.3
3.7
Meals & dining
3.1
3.4
Activities
3.1
3.3
Value for cost*
3.1
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Alta Mesa memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alta Mesa memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alta Mesa, 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 Alta Mesa 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 Alta Mesa that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alta Mesa, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.3%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
24.6%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.3%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.2%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.1%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Alta Mesa 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 Alta Mesa Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alta Mesa, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.7%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.6%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.6%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alta Mesa 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 Alta Mesa partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alta Mesa, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.3%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.2%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.9%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.3%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Alta Mesa 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 Alta Mesa communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alta Mesa, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.5%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
44.8%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alta Mesa 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 Alta Mesa offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alta Mesa, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.9%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.3%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.9%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.9%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.8%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.4%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.5%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
34.3%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.3%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.2%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Alta Mesa

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 California memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Alta Mesa protect seniors.
Learn about California memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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