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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 $6,282 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 263 communities, read 4295 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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I would give all categories a 5. Been very happy. The Med techs are great & caring. Reception and med techs are very responsive to family requests. Food is very good. Everyone takes the time to know the...
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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All of these facilities are at max capacity and I know the staff does the best they can for the amount of residents they have in memory care. Over all I'm pleased with there efforts in memory care facility...
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 our community, you can do more of what you love.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our retirement community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. Here it’s all about choices—your...
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Rose Garden has been great. My sister-in-law [name removed] has made a very nice transition. The nursing faculty is wonderful very helpful, making sure everyone is comfortable. there has been a change of...
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.
The Watermark at Rosewood Gardens in Livermore, California, offers Assisted Living and Memory Care on a comfortable senior campus notable for a high standard of care in addition to friendly, fun, and caring associates that make our community feel more like a charming bed and breakfast. The...
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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
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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 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 during the tours and leading up to admission was helping and knowledgeable and the on boarding was rather smooth. Unfortunately, the move in process definitely needs to be looked at closely. We...
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.
THE WATERMARK AT ALMADENAn inviting community in the vibrant Bay Area.Known for its innovative and creative spirit, San Jose is the perfect place to call home. The Watermark at Almaden brings exceptional Senior Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care to the scenic South San Jose neighborhood....
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All 5s! Room is 2X size for about the same price as Atria - very fine dining served at our convenience - assisted living at no added cost - laundry & full housecleaning checking in and out of building & if...
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.
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 key for us was location rated 2 or 3. The sales person was great. Overall similar to the Almaden location but location and surrounding areas pushed us to pay more for the Almaden location.
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.
NOW OPEN!A premier senior living destination for Assisted Living and Memory Care in San Jose, California.Introducing The Watermark at San Jose – a community meticulously designed with your utmost comfort and vibrant lifestyle in mind. The Watermark offers both Assisted Living and Memory Care...
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The staff at Villa Toscana is so good and caring. There is plenty of light, a great view of the western hills. My husband seems to feel at home there. I realize the challenges of hiring this kind of staff,...
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.
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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
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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.
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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Excellent staff, chef is extremely thoughtful and will make personalized meals upon request. Extremely clean throughout, diligent services of care, adequate room size and appropriate support. Beautiful view...
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.
Ivy Park at Oakland Hills is a vibrant senior living community nestled in a the picturesque region of the eastern part of Oakland, California. Situated near Interstate 580, Ivy Park is just minutes from Highland Hospital, charming commercial districts, gourmet restaurants and boutique shops ....
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Photo of Sunrise of San Mateo
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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
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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 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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They were great. Friendly, kind, patient, welcoming, very personal. I recommend them to others. It was a good spot for my parents because my dad is healthy but my mom has Alzheimer's. They can both live...
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 at Foster Square residents enjoy contemporary, upscale surroundings in the heart of Foster Square, a new residential and retail neighborhood in Foster City just south of San Francisco. The community’s central location puts older people within easy walking distance of boutiques, cafés and...
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The location is excellent, close to large shopping centers, but very quiet. The grounds are lovely and the apartments are very nice. The staff are wonderful - caring and helpful. The food is really good, and...
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.
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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We were extremely happy with this facility and would recommend 100%. Staff was caring and the facility was very clean. Activities were engaging. The food was terrific and they welcomed family members 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.
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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Value for the money and the staff is very friendly, improvements could be made on the temporary entrance due to construction. It is very hard to pick up a resident.
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 Cogir of Belmont, seniors can enjoy assisted living with a personalized touch and access to all the San Francisco Bay Area has in store.Here, residents have around-the-clock access to individualized care from compassionate staff based on their needs through services such as scheduled...
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Whenever I have a question or request everyone is beyond helpful. I am so appreciative of the kindness and caring of [removed names] and all the staff. It is not always easy being patient with seniors. But...
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.
Set in San Jose's Willow Glen neighborhood, Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen offers easy senior living in a modern building with large apartments. Enjoy the small-town feel and being within walking distance of outdoor cafes, coffee shops, boutiques and bookstores. The high-ceilinged, airy building...
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The staff is amazing. The sales was great but weren't fully transparent on explaining the points etc. the move in was not super smooth or organized but we managed fine. The place is clean and there are...
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.
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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They seemed to have a lot of activities planned. My dad didn't really participate and again I didn't really get to see anything. The price is a 5 given what's included in the price- they even included...
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 ideas and practices are anchored in The Poetry of Aging platform for living at Sonnet Hill.Like a poem, each person has their own pace, style and personality. We truly believe that there is no right or wrong way to be yourself.As lifespans get longer and research gets deeper, we are able to...
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What we like the most about Ivy Park is the location, cleanliness and the staff. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Ivy Park at Monterey is a vibrant senior living community tucked away in the historic Monterey County. Just off of the CA-1, Ivy Park is just minutes from the Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula and the iconic Cannery Row waterfront district lined with boutique shops, seafood...
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Warm, friendly,supportive; truly delightful living! Nice apartments clean no odors various sizes, from smaller to larger modern fridge, shower, etc well maintained
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.
If you or a loved one is looking for the perfect place to rest and relax, then The Cottages of Carmel will offer you the best experience possibly if you are seeking memory or living care. Here at The Cottages of Carmel, we pride ourselves on giving your choices that will allow you to live your...
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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...
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.
Mercy Retirement and Care Center is an assisted living community located in Oakland, California, in Alameda County and home to over 413,000 people. Oakland is a wonderful city with lots of businesses, shopping, sporting events, restaurants and stores. Residents will enjoy Bay area views, shopping...
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What we like the most about the community is the location, the activities they have and the friendliness. We would definitely recommend San Leandro Senior Living to other families based on the experience so...
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.
Welcome Home to San Leandro Senior Living! We are located in the cozy downtown section of San Leandro below the Oakland foothills. With the cool evening breeze off the San Francisco Bay, you can sit outside in the patio courtyard and enjoy a beautiful Bay Area evening.San Leandro Senior Living...
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Very simple and solid management. Food was good . Great activities. Management was consistent and caring. Wish they had not passed management onto [name removed]
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.
At Ivy Park at Hayward, we promote independence through a vibrant, active and healthy senior living community.Ivy Park at Hayward's greatest asset, and the key to our success, is our people and their devotion to our residents. We strive to hire and retain caregivers who demonstrate heart, who...
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A little shaky on the communicating now that he's there. The sales team didn't skip a beat. [name removed] and [name removed] have been top tier. The nurses are superb in the memory care and 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.
Pacifica Senior Living Union City is an assisted living senior community that is located in Union City, California. What makes our community unique is its program that is designed to enrich the body, mind, and soul. For the mind, Pacifica Senior Living Union City offers services such as...
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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
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 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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Cost of memory care in Brookdale, CA

The average cost of senior living in Brookdale is $6,282 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley, CA with an average of $6,014 per month.

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

Brookdale, CA
$6,282/mo

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

Brookdale, CA
$6,282/mo
U.S. national average
$5,006/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,282/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,287/mo
Studio
$8,337/mo
1 Bedroom
$10,264/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,500/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$6,282/mo$5,529/mo$5,006/mo
Assisted Living$5,049/mo$4,534/mo$4,743/mo
Independent Living$6,164/mo$4,758/mo$4,204/mo
Memory Care
Brookdale, CA:$6,282/mo
California:$5,529/mo
U.S.:$5,006/mo
Assisted Living
Brookdale, CA:$5,049/mo
California:$4,534/mo
U.S.:$4,743/mo
Independent Living
Brookdale, CA:$6,164/mo
California:$4,758/mo
U.S.:$4,204/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$7,800/mo$7,623/mo+2.3%
California$6,703/mo$6,407/mo+4.6%
National$6,493/mo$6,147/mo+5.6%
Brookdale, CA
2024 average cost:$7,800/mo
2023 average cost:$7,623/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
California
2024 average cost:$6,703/mo
2023 average cost:$6,407/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
National
2024 average cost:$6,493/mo
2023 average cost:$6,147/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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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 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 724 family reviews

7.9
Review score221 facilities724 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 724 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

7.9
Brookdale, CA221 facilities
9.1
Scotts Valley, CA16 facilities
9.1
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 724 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
3.7
4.0
Friendliness
3.8
4.1
Care services
3.2
3.8
Staff
3.6
4.0
Meals & dining
3.3
3.7
Activities
3.2
3.6
Value for cost*
3.3
3.7
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%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
24.9%
46.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.5%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.5%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67%
69.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.6%
28%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.8%
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
66.1%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.7%
45%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.4%
67.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.9%
25.8%
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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
25.3%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.1%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
46.6%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.4%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.9%
21.2%
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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%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.4%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
43.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.1%
22.6%
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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%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.1%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.9%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.5%
52.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.3%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.6%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.6%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.8%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
54.8%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
34.4%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.3%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.7%
45.6%
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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, Westmont of Morgan Hill and Cogir of Fremont Senior Living 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 Atria Sunnyvale and Harbor at Hillsdale. 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 $6,282. 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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