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Memory care in Brookdale 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 Brookdale is about $6,243 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 263 communities, read 4168 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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I have been a resident at Cardinal Point for nearly six years. This is a beautiful facility with a great location on the water directly across from Jack London Square. There are walking trails with no...
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.
Cardinal Point is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) which means that our residents move in when they are independent and active, truly being able to participate in all we have to offer! Additionally, we are also licensed for Assisted Living, so as the years go on, the resident can...
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The welcome staff is amazing! They make you feel like your loved one is on the right place. The continually reach out to me and call me with any updates going on with my dad. I've even had to ask them to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
About Sunrise of SunnyvaleCommunity & Location Highlights:Convenient location in beautiful Sunnyvale, CANear El Camino HospitalRooftop garden with stunning views of the surrounding regionConvenient access via Highways 85, 101, 880 and 280Minutes from Sunnyvale Town Center, featuring Macy's...
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Food is prepared by a chef and it is good. Majority of the staff does not speak English as their first language. Nursing staff is good, they listen to the family but opt to use medication first, not always...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Carefield Pleasanton offers residents with Alzheimer's and other dementias an active lifestyle full of fun and engaging activities, delicious meals prepared from fresh ingredients, and plenty of opportunities to celebrate life each day.
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The staff at Cogir are very friendly and helpful to residents. The upper management staff has a high turnover, with the current director being the third one in the last year or so. The rent raises of 8-9%...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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 luxurious and active community is ideally situated in a residential area of Fremont, giving residents all the comforts of a small town near the amenities of a large city. Enjoy a continuum of care services without having to worry about moving if your care needs change. The resort-style...
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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
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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.
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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7! They have been absolutely fantastic!! All of the staff goes above and beyond to help! Questions or requests are answered quickly and thoroughly! Very responsive group! [names removed] all work together...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Belmont Village of San Jose, California is located in a city that is renowned for its quality of life, beautiful climate, and variety of exciting cultural, recreational, educational and entertainment opportunities. The facility is ideally situated directly across the street from the famed...
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Staff and management are amazing people and the facility is the best. Very grateful for my Father's time there. Visited it, super impressed with Director and the staff. Place was first class. Definitely...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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Very grateful for Ivy Park! My brother and I interviewed several senior living locations throughout the Bay Area. Ivy Park stood out from the initial start. You can see the genuine care and support the staff...
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.
Ivy Park at San Jose is a senior-living community tucked into a mostly residential area in the Evergreen/Silver Creek neighborhood. It is a quiet and peaceful community that is easily accessible to Highway 101 and with close proximity to downtown San Jose. Residents and their families often enjoy...
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They get a 5 for the stage of life my Mom was in, Atria was a very caring place for her. I would definitely recommend Atria to others who are searching for memory care 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.
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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Atria has been a good fit for Mom. She enjoys participating in activities and outings. The grounds are lovely for strolling. Staff and residents are friendly.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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 Willow Glen provides all the comforts of home in a resort-like community. Invite family and friends to enjoy a walk through courtyards with lush landscaping and koi ponds, or take an outing to nearby downtown San Jose. Atria Willow Glen offers easy access to shopping, banks, medical...
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Everything is wonderful and caring, all of the staff are really sweet and knowledgeable. My mom has received such good care there and I no longer have to worry about her the way I did before she moved there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
•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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It's expensive for sure but my mom is peaceful and engaged and staff are super friendly and attentive. They meet the residents where they are and customize their care to make them feel safe and at home.
Provides: Memory Care
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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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What's the biggest advantage of Madonna Gardens memory care is that is all on one level and the rooms are studio. A one bedroom apartment would be too much for someone to navigate and get lost in. Madonna...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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 Madonna Gardens, we give our residents the freedom to live the life they want with the peace of mind that comes with knowing helping hands are never far away. An inspired blend of modern convenience and care makes Madonna Gardens a place where the entire community can easily interact, enjoy...
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My grandma is in the memory unit and the staff in the memory unit are amazing. They are kind, caring and interactive with the people staying with them. They are very aware of the wants and needs of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
It feels like home.By choosing Pacific Gardens a family is assured that their loved one is well taken care of in a clean, comfortable home-like community. Pacific Gardens provides residents with nutritious fresh food, features engaging activities, and takes pride in their caring and competent...
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I placed my sister who suffered dementia almost a year ago, staff at the Loma Clara are kind, patient, very knowledgeable in caring for her. ( she is not a easy one to deal with) she was provided three meals...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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[name removed] stayed in one of their senior apartments. He had access to the main building which is lovely. There's a library with a piano and a "bistro bar" make your own coffee. They had frequent...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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I felt like the whole entire staff really did care about my mom, and wanted to help her. Serra Highlands is an excellent community.
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.
At Serra Highlands Senior Living, you'll find a serene and welcoming senior community with all the comforts of home. Residents enjoy a diverse social calendar with an extensive continued learning program. Surrounded by beautiful wooded walkways, Serra Highlands Senior Livingprovides views of the...
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BridgePoint has adjusted very well to my crazy food needs and everybody is more or less very friendly and always helpful. Most helpful.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
BridgePoint at Los Altos is a full-service independent and assisted living community with a monthly rental in the residential neighborhood of Los Altos. Studio, alcove studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments feature a patio or balcony for relaxing and taking in the beautiful oak and fruit...
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The overall experience is a 4 but declining. Friendliness is a 5 but sometimes 4. The meals and dining is a 4 but hear it is declining. When it comes to the activities they are short in transportation staff....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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All the staff are loving and kind. From the moment I talked to [name removed] I knew it was the right place for mom. Mom tells me that some of them call her mama and give her hugs and are right there if she...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Our community offers exemplary services and amenities, with a professional care staff to accommodate our residents’ individual needs. We encourage residents to eat well, make new friends, seek out creative pursuits, refine skills, revisit old hobbies, and discover new passions.Our Lifestyle...
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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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It takes a while to get used to their schedule for meals, laundry, bathing and medicine dispersal. It's a learning curve on both sides. This is memory care. Pleasant and helpful staff at all levels. The size...
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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It took at least 6 months for my uncle to get accumulated with the change. We had many challenges in the beginning... most staff were helpful. It seems very clean there. They do a lot of activities. The cafe...
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.
Merrill Gardens at Gilroy is a gated senior community set on a tranquil five-acre tract near downtown Gilroy. Enjoy a plethora of relaxing activities and attractions — art and food festivals, boating, hiking areas, golf and shopping. The team provides a high level of services in addition to...
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Overall the activities are good. The caregivers here are excellent. The food is absolutely terrible. I have a lovely room. I found this community because it was in my personal neighborhood, a few block away.
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.
Ivy Park at Belmont is a quaint senior living community tucked away in the serene community of Belmont, California. Ivy Park is perfectly nestled between the vibrant cities of San Francisco and San Jose and residents can experience a tranquil tight-knit community while still enjoying convenient...
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What we like the most about the community is their caring and compassionate staff. Team spirit all the way around. Clean and well maintained facility. I lost both my parents this year and their final stay...
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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Cost of memory care in Brookdale, CA

The average cost of senior living in Brookdale is $6,243 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley, CA with an average of $5,890 per month.

Memory care costs in Brookdale, CA, vs. nearby cities

Brookdale, CA
$6,243/mo

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

Brookdale, CA
$6,243/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,243/mo

Memory care costs in Brookdale, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,873/mo
Studio
$6,679/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,483/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,773/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,032/mo

Senior living costs in Brookdale 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: Brookdale, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrookdale, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$6,243/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$5,026/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$6,096/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Brookdale, CA:$6,243/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Brookdale, CA:$5,026/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Brookdale, CA:$6,096/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Brookdale, CA, over time

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

Brookdale, CACA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Brookdale, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Brookdale 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 median 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
Brookdale, CA$7,803/mo$7,623/mo+2.4%
California$6,659/mo$6,395/mo+4.1%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Brookdale, CA
2024 average cost:$7,803/mo
2023 average cost:$7,623/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
California
2024 average cost:$6,659/mo
2023 average cost:$6,395/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Brookdale

Recent reviews for memory care in Brookdale

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 .

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

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Several reviews highlight the kindness and dedication of the staff in caring for their loved ones at various communities, such as Brookdale North Fremont and Oakmont of San Jose. Families express their gratitude for the compassionate care provided and the personal connections formed between ...
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Cleanliness and hygiene. Cleanliness is a significant concern for many families when choosing a senior living community. At Sunol Creek Memory Care and Belmont Village San Jose, residents and their families have mentioned the emphasis on cleanliness and the efforts made to maintain a hygienic environment for all res ...
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Variety of activities. Engaging activities are an essential component of many residents' lives in senior living communities. At Silver Oaks and Oakmont of Redwood City, residents enjoy a range of activities designed to stimulate their minds and keep them active, including arts and crafts, games, and outdoor excurs ...
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Communication and transparency. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is crucial for ensuring the well-being of their loved ones. Families at The Cottages of Carmel and Alvarado Senior Living appreciate the open and transparent approach of their community's staff, keeping them informed of any change ...
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Personalized care plans. Tailored care plans are essential for addressing the unique needs of each resident. At Carefield Pleasanton Memory Care and Oakland Heights Senior Living, families praise the individualized attention and accommodations provided to their loved ones, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
Consistently high-quality meals. Quality meals are a crucial factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their living experience. At Atria Sunnyvale and Ivy Park at Pleasanton, families express their appreciation for the delicious and nutritious meals provided, accommodating dietary restrictions and preferences
AI generated from the text of family reviews

Brookdale review score based on 760 family reviews

8.0
Review score221 facilities760 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 760 reviews of 221 Brookdale memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Brookdale 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

Brookdale review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Brookdale, CA221 facilities
8.7
Scotts Valley, CA16 facilities
8.7
Santa Cruz, CA16 facilities

Review subcategories for Brookdale 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 760 reviews of 221 Brookdale memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Brookdale 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.
Brookdale, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Brookdale memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brookdale memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brookdale, 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 Brookdale 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 Brookdale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Brookdale, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.8%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
24.9%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.5%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.5%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.6%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.5%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Brookdale 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 Brookdale Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Brookdale, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.6%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.4%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.9%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Brookdale 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 Brookdale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brookdale, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.1%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
46.6%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.4%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Brookdale 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 Brookdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brookdale, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.4%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
43.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.1%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brookdale 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 Brookdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brookdale, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.7%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.6%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.5%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.3%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.6%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.8%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
54.8%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
33.5%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.7%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Brookdale

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 Brookdale protect seniors.
Learn about California memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Cardinal Point CCRC, Sunrise of Sunnyvale and Carefield Pleasanton Memory Care are the top-rated memory care facilities near Brookdale, California. See full list of communities.
There are 263 memory care facilities near Brookdale, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Brookdale, California are Sunrise of Sunnyvale, Carefield Pleasanton Memory Care and Cogir of Fremont Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 263 memory care facilities near you in Brookdale, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Brookdale, 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 Brookdale, 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 Brookdale, California ranges from $695 to $19750. The average Memory Care cost in Brookdale, California is $6,243. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Brookdale, 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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