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Memory care in El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito is about $8,617 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 328 communities, read 6709 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as San Francisco, Oakland and Berkeley.

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The Pavilion

34400 Mission Blvd, Union City, CA 94587
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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.
Nestled in the hills of Union City overlooking the San Francisco Bay, the Pavilion at the Masonic Homes is a brand-new residence for seniors dealing with memory loss or requiring assistance with day-to-day activities. Surrounded by lush greenery and bay views, and with expert caregivers available...
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Creekview Health Center

2900 Stoneridge Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588
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The food is good and they have a separate room available for families to eat together. They offer daily activities and my aunt seems to like the singalongs. We like that the residents seem to be in good...
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.
CreekView is a lovely assisted living community that is situated in Pleasanton, Alameda County, California. The mild weather and warm temperatures of the area matches the name of the community which is centrally located nearby restaurants, shopping centers and outlets, medical offices, and many...
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Aegis Living Napa

2100 Redwood Rd, Napa, CA 94558
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Aegis of Napa, in the heart of the wine country, consists of 34 assisted living studio and one-bedroom apartments, and an additional 14 apartments for residents with Alzheimer's disease and other dementia. This beautifully designed, Victorian-style building uses Individualized Service Plans to...
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Silverado At Home Bay Area

1301 Ralston Avenue, Belmont, CA 94002
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Provides: Memory Care, Home Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Serenity Living Home

405 Kings Way, Suisun City, CA 94585
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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Bella Vista Village

18941 Sonoma Hwy, Sonoma, CA 95476
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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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Friendship Care Home

1907 Cavallo Rd, Antioch, CA 94509
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My dad is in this community and they are very attentive and very hands on. He is always out in the open interacting with people and not just sitting in his room. It is working out pretty well. They feed him...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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The Chalet Montara

1185 Acacia St., Montara, CA 94037
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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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Brigton Gardens

3600 Old Santa Rita Rd CLOSED, Pleasanton, CA 94588
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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.
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San Carlos Elms

707 Elm St, San Carlos, CA 94070
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This is an excellent facility established by local residents for independent and assisted living and memory care. It's located within easy, safe walking distance of a friendly downtown area, providing a...
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.
San Carlos Elms is a comfortable home setting with the security and benefits of supportive services to each resident. The Elms is conveniently located within easy walking distance of beautiful downtown San Carlos churches, Senior Center and City Library. Fire and Police Departments are within...
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Stoneridge Creek

3300 Stoneridge Creek Way, Pleasanton, CA 94588
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.
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Aegis Gardens Fremont

36281 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA 94536
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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 Aegis Gardens in Fremont, California, our focus on Chinese culture is reflected in everything we do. Our retirement community is designed to be warm and inviting with thoughtfully-designed architecture and interiors, exceptional menus, enticing activities, and caring Chinese-speaking staff....
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Abigail Complete Care, Inc.

1230 Hopkins Ave., Redwood City, CA 94062
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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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Atherton Court Alzheimer's Residence

38035 Martha Avenue, Fremont, CA 94536-3808
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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.
When you need a place to turn to for support, understanding and care...turn to Atherton Care. We are premier senior community specializing in the care of persons suffering from memory impairment caused by Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
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Hopkins Manor

1235 Hopkins Ave, Redwood City, CA 94062
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Hopkins Manor is nestled in a vibrant and welcoming neighborhood. The community offers an exceptional senior living experience focused on top-notch care and medical services.
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Adobe House of Petaluma

750 North McDowell Boulevard, Petaluma, CA 94954
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Quail Creek Assisted Living

2350 Estates Drive, Fairfield, CA 94533
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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.
Quail Creek is a boutique style assisted living community of 40 one-bedroom apartments, located in Paradise Valley Estates, a private, gated continuing care retirement community. Our all-inclusive monthly fee makes expenses predictable and includes many services that others add as extras. We also...
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Fremont Village

38801 Hastings Street, Fremont, CA 94536
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I FOUND THE COMMUNITY QUITE A NICE PLACE AS FAR AS THE ENVIRONMENT. THE STAFF WAS VERY PROFESSIONAL AS WELL AND THEY SEEMED TO BE ON TOP OF CARING FOR THE RESIDENCE AS WELL. I REALLY WAS PLEASED AT THE FACT...
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.
Fremont Village provides seniors with a warm and caring atmosphere where our many options contribute to the independence and individuality of each resident. An array of activities, a variety of nutritious entrees, and support services are all designed to meet personal preferences and requests....
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Lakeview Lodge

530 Lakeview Way, Emerald Hills, CA 94062
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Gordon Manor

1616 Gordon St, Redwood City, CA 94061
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I liked that this was close to me. I liked that it was a mixed facility with assisted living and memory care combined together. My mother can do activities with higher functioning people. It also had a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Desired Peace Home Care

2854 Peace Lane, Brentwood, CA 94513
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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.
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Lincoln Villa

41040 Lincoln Street, Fremont, CA 94538
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We are very happy with the care from the wonderful and caring staff. The community has a nice environment and is clean and maintained. They offer a good variety of healthy meals. We like that they have...
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.
Lincoln Villa is a lovely community dedicated to assisted senior living. Not only is the community a wonderful place for seniors to live together and enjoy their golden years, but it is a safe environment where adult children can be assured that their parents are well taken care of. The goal of...
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Ocean View Plaza

1001 Main St, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
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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.
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Heritage Estates

900 East Stanley Blvd., Livermore, CA 94550
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
At Heritage Estates Retirement Community in East Livermore we have several senior living options, all on one campus. So whether you are seeking an elegant independent living apartment with amenities, programs and social opportunities, or you desire the support of assisted living services, the...
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Milan Villa Senior Living

740 Holmes St, Livermore, CA 94550
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of memory care in El Cerrito, CA

The average cost of senior living in El Cerrito is $8,617 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vallejo, CA with an average of $6,695 per month.

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

El Cerrito, CA
$8,617/mo
California state
$7,329/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Assisted Living
$7,650/mo
Memory Care
$8,617/mo
Independent Living
$5,117/mo

Memory care costs in El Cerrito, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,469/mo
Studio
$8,144/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,392/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,730/mo

Senior living costs in El Cerrito 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: El Cerrito, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEl Cerrito, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$8,617/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$7,650/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$5,117/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
El Cerrito, CA:$8,617/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
El Cerrito, CA:$7,650/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
El Cerrito, CA:$5,117/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in El Cerrito, CA, over time

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

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Memory care cost trends in El Cerrito, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in El Cerrito have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
El Cerrito, CA$7,634/mo$7,886/mo-3.2%
California$6,924/mo$6,714/mo+3.1%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
El Cerrito, CA
2024 average cost:$7,634/mo
2023 average cost:$7,886/mo
Percent change:-3.2%
California
2024 average cost:$6,924/mo
2023 average cost:$6,714/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in El Cerrito

Recent reviews for memory care in El Cerrito

Sonoma Grove

4.5
It has been wonderful for my parents - my wheelchair-using mom and dad who needs memory care. Very important for them to stay together in the same room and SonomaGrova was able to accommodate it. The staff is excellent, treating parents with total respect and sensitivity.

Good Neighbor Care Vacaville

5.0
mom is happy at Pacifica which is very important. The staff is wonderful, caring and pleasant. I admire all of the care takers and appreciate all they do. Mom likes her meals and all of the activities. Pacifica is clean, the grounds are nice and it is great place for those live there. Thank you ...
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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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El Cerrito review score based on 1,155 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1155 reviews of 328 El Cerrito memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The El Cerrito 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

El Cerrito review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
El Cerrito, CA328 facilities
7.9
Oakland, CA210 facilities
8.7
Vallejo, CA138 facilities

Review subcategories for El Cerrito memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,155 reviews of 328 El Cerrito memory care communities. This chart helps you compare El Cerrito 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.
El Cerrito, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.7
Friendliness
3.4
3.8
Care services
3.0
3.5
Staff
3.3
3.6
Meals & dining
3.1
3.3
Activities
3.0
3.3
Value for cost*
3.0
3.4
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El Cerrito memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in El Cerrito memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in El Cerrito, 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 El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
El Cerrito, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.2%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.6%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.7%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.8%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.3%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.3%
69.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
El Cerrito, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.9%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.4%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.2%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
El Cerrito, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.9%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
50.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.5%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
El Cerrito, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.2%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
48.8%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.4%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in El Cerrito 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 El Cerrito offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
El Cerrito, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.9%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.5%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.2%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.2%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.2%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.3%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.7%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.9%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.9%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
57%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
36.3%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.2%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in El Cerrito

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