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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Ballard, CA
Memory care in Ballard 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 Ballard is about $4,876 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 32 communities, read 314 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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.
Wyndham Residence is located in the quaint town of Arroyo Grande, close to shops, banks and other amenities. Its beautiful country manor architecture features a spacious courtyard and meandering pathways that guide you through colorful gardens, a fruit orchard, and the largest bird aviary on 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.
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I can't say enough wonderful things about the staff at Autumn Years. I have personally looked at several facilities and hands down Autumn Years is the best! The staff is so warm and caring. They treat their...
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.
Casablanca is a 24 hour residential community located in Ventura County. We are competitively priced. Our program is designed to meet the needs of individuals with memory loss or cognitive impairment. The atmosphere at Casablanca is secure, loving and stress free. Our staff is trained to meet 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.
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Cost of memory care in Ballard, CA
The average cost of senior living in Ballard is $4,876 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Maria, CA with an average of $4,363 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Ballard, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Ballard, CA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Ballard vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Ballard, CA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Ballard
Recent reviews for memory care in Ballard
Wellness Care Senior Living at Ojai in Oak View, CA
5.0
My mom has been at Autumn Years for over a year now. They have been unfailingly warm and helpful, to us as well as to her. We took care of Mom for two years and understood that it wouldn't be an easy matter to work with her emotional swings, yet the staff at Autumn Years has been beyond ...
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Westmont of Santa Barbara in Goleta, CA
4.8
It is a bright and open environment that is welcoming to residents and families. They have many choices for activities daily. And they go on outings to Santa Barbara weekly. It's a wonderful location.
Villa Santa Barbara
5.0
I like this AL. The food is really good. The staff is very nice and competent. Administrative staff is very responsive to any problems that may arise.
Ballard review score based on 58 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 58 reviews of 29 Ballard memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Ballard 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
Ballard review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Ballard 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 58 reviews of 29 Ballard memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ballard 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.Ballard, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Ballard memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ballard memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ballard, 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 Ballard 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 Ballard 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
55.2%
65.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31%
48%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.6%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.6%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.3%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Ballard 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 Ballard 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
48.3%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.4%
45.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.8%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.1%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ballard 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 Ballard 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
10.3%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.4%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
37.9%
41.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.3%
49.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.2%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Ballard 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 Ballard communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.6%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.5%
39.6%
Room service
Room service
48.3%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.6%
22.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ballard 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 Ballard offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.7%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.9%
33.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.1%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.8%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.7%
51.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.2%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.3%
39.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.9%
36%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.3%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
48.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
31%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.8%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.7%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cliff View Terrace, Villa Santa Barbara and The Oaks at Nipomo are the top-rated memory care facilities near Ballard, California. See full list of communities.
There are 32 memory care facilities near Ballard, California. See the full list.
The 32 memory care facilities near you in Ballard, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Ballard, 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 Ballard, 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 Ballard, California ranges from $1000 to $8500. The average Memory Care cost in Ballard, California is $4,876. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Ballard, California typically starts at $1000. 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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