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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Larkmead, CA

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Memory care in Larkmead 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 Larkmead is about $5,845 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 134 communities, read 2120 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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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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.
A Golden Home Extended Care, Inc. is a senior assisted living facility and micro community located in Marin County. A Golden Home is located at 1234 Las Gallinas Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94903. It is a beautiful apartment-style community just minutes away from the nearest hospital. This...
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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.
Nazareth House, San Rafael, opened in 1962 is a nonprofit retirement home offering full-service residential care and assisted living for approximately 126 residents. It is one of 58 facilities throughout the world owned and operated by the Sisters of Nazareth. Our aim is to provide for the...
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I chose this community because it was recommended that my mother needed memory care. The care was very giving, but we were asked to hire overnight caregivers because she would get up night,which was an...
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.
'Residents are the heart of our community.'  AlmaVia of San Rafael is a faith-based, non-profit Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) which includes independent and assisted living, as well as a specialized area for memory care called, Bridgehaven. We offer studio,...
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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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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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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.
Here at St. MichaelÆs, we cater to residents who need a secure and safe place to spend their golden years. Our caring staff greets each resident in the morning with a smile. We offer numerous recreational activities that residents can partake in, and we encourage families to get involved as well....
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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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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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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.
  Marin Terrace, minutes north on the Hwy. 101 from San Francisco, Marin Terrace exemplifies the elegantly relaxed lifestyle of one of the most desirable places to live in the U.S., Mill Valley, CA.Last year in 2005, CNN and Money magazine engaged in an exhaustive study to chose the...
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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.
The home you’ve been looking for – a lifestyle that is comfortable, yet affordable. Ultra-spacious suites with balconies and patios. You will enjoy an array of activities, outings and entertainment. Close to shopping and BART, this friendly environment lets you enjoy life while our...
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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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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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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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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.

Cost of memory care in Larkmead, CA

The average cost of senior living in Larkmead is $5,845 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Winters, CA with an average of $5,411 per month.

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

Larkmead, CA
$5,845/mo
$5,901/mo

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

Larkmead, CA
$5,845/mo
U.S. national average
$5,014/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,845/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,299/mo
Studio
$7,941/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,240/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,103/mo

Senior living costs in Larkmead 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: Larkmead, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLarkmead, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,845/mo$5,534/mo$5,014/mo
Assisted Living$5,019/mo$4,536/mo$4,752/mo
Independent Living$5,246/mo$4,762/mo$4,211/mo
Memory Care
Larkmead, CA:$5,845/mo
California:$5,534/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
Assisted Living
Larkmead, CA:$5,019/mo
California:$4,536/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Independent Living
Larkmead, CA:$5,246/mo
California:$4,762/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Memory care costs in Larkmead, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Larkmead 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 Larkmead, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Larkmead 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
Larkmead, CA$6,761/mo$6,662/mo+1.5%
California$6,703/mo$6,407/mo+4.6%
National$6,493/mo$6,147/mo+5.6%
Larkmead, CA
2024 average cost:$6,761/mo
2023 average cost:$6,662/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
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 Larkmead

Recent reviews for memory care in Larkmead

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.

Berkshire Assisted Living and Memory Care in Napa, CA

5.0
The staff have always been very friendly and knowledgeable. I was concerned about security but their staff are very vigilant about who comes in and who goes out. Everytime I have been by to visit; the facilities has always been very well lit, and looked well cared for. My grandma has been ...
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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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Larkmead review score based on 425 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 425 reviews of 115 Larkmead memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Larkmead 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

Larkmead review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Larkmead, CA115 facilities
7.3
Calistoga, CA9 facilities
8.2
St. Helena, CA181 facilities

Review subcategories for Larkmead 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 425 reviews of 115 Larkmead memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Larkmead 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.
Larkmead, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.0
Friendliness
3.9
4.1
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.7
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.4
3.6
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
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Larkmead memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Larkmead memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Larkmead, 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 Larkmead 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 Larkmead that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Larkmead, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
74.8%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.3%
46.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.9%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.4%
69.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.4%
28%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.7%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.9%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Larkmead 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 Larkmead Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Larkmead, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.2%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47%
45%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.9%
67.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.8%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Larkmead 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 Larkmead partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Larkmead, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.8%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
57.4%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.9%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27%
21.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Larkmead 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 Larkmead communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Larkmead, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.8%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.4%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
56.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
22.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Larkmead 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 Larkmead offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Larkmead, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
64.3%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.9%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.5%
52.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.3%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.6%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.8%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
62.6%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
38.3%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.6%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.6%
45.6%
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State regulations for memory care in Larkmead

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