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Memory care in Pajaro Dunes 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 Pajaro Dunes is about $6,440 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 137 communities, read 1992 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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It's convenient for most people I would say. It's in a good location. The grounds around it are very pretty. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking. My friend seems to being doing quite well there.
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.
The Del Monte Assisted Residential CareDel Monte Assisted Residential Care is located in Pacific Grove "Butterfly Town," California, U.S.A. Pacific Grove is famous for being on the route of one of the largest annual monarch butterfly migrations. When you wish to leave the residences you can take...
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Moving my mom to The Park Lane was a huge decision for all of us, and so far so good! Mom is 85, healthy and independent. She has been welcomed into the community and is happy in her new surroundings. ...
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.
At The Park Lane, your days belong entirely to you. Spend time exploring the many Monterey Peninsula attractions such as Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row, the scenic Seventeen Mile Drive, Carmel art galleries or the vineyards of Carmel Valley. Enjoy gof at some of the most prestigious and...
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I am so happy with Valley Pines. My dad has been here for 3 months. He tells me the food is great. He has a lot of room and is happy to have his own bathroom. The place is exceptionally clean. The...
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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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My father moved to Whispering Pines Inn since 2011 and he has baseline mild dementia but loves to walk around/wanders. He could no longer be alone in his home so we searched several care homes in the Bay...
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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.
Thank you for your interest in Whispering Pines Inn, the most exclusive and innovative 36-bed Assisted Living Facility in San Benito County. We are proud to provide seniors with an active, quality and enriched lifestyle.Whispering Pines Inn is fully secured, locked perimeter facility. Situated in...
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Transitioning my mom to memory care regardless of the facility is a challenge as it's a big change for someone with dementia. It's not easy. I felt that we received good support from the team at Ivy Park....
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.
Welcome to The Grove of Los Gatos!The Grove of Los Gatos is the newest addition to the Calson Community portfolio. With over 20 years of experience in managing communities and holding partial ownership in several properties, Calson Management is committed to providing exceptional living...
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My mom is really liking her new home. She likes to play bingo and even won a game recently and called to tell me. The community is a very nice and clean place and it is close to my home. Overall, we 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.
A Resident’s View: by Hettie Lou DowningI became a “take charge” person the year I turned 10 and my mother’s delicate health dictated that I become her substitute. I left home at age 16 to attend the university and became self-supporting. The lessons I learned from “take charge” employment were...
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My loved one seems to like the food. They are very good at taking ownership of everything, and they have the right people in place to handle any situations. They could be more, consistent with communication...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Belmont Village brings more than two decades of experience to its peerless Assisted Living and award-winning Memory Care. Our newest community in the Bay Area will offer the unique balance of innovative, research-based programming, best-in-class care and resident-centered living that Belmont...
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I'm a physician and my sister is a nurse, so we have incredibly high standards when it came to a memory care facility for our elderly mother with dementia. After one tour, we were amazed at how friendly,...
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.
One of the great things about Palm Villas is that it offers 24 hour controlled access. This helps to ensure the safety of your loved one. Along with that, there is a fire sprinkler system, and this is also a fully fenced and gated facility to ensure the safety of all residents. There is also a 24...
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My experience has been positive as they are very open. Have beautiful grounds. Large studios in relation to vast majority I visited. Staffing ratio is better than any of places I visited. Head staff and...
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.
Discover a Community Where You Can Truly Age in PlaceNestled in the charming Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, Lincoln Glen Manor has been a trusted, non-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) since 1969. With Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing...
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From the parts of the community we did get to see it was clean, and the activities were still pretty limited with the restrictions. We priced quite a few other communities and for what we had to pay it was 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.
Princess Lodge is a private assisted living facility that has created a home like environment for residents. Located in beautiful Campbell. California. Princess Lodge is a non-medical assisted living area. You will not find any medical personnel on staff, however, you will find a gathering...
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Photo of Saratoga Retirement Community Cal Villa Assisted Living
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My Mom and Dad chose this place for themselves. They have been at this facility for 14 years. It has been a wonderful place for both of them. My dad passes away in 2008 and my mom has since moved into...
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.
We are located just miles from the Saratoga Village and Downtown Los Gatos. Our home city, downtown Saratoga features a year-round farmers’ market, and the Hakone Gardens, located just minutes from our campus, hosts one of the most authentic Japanese-style gardens in North America. Our Assisted...
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We have been really pleased with Westgate. My mother- in-law has lived there for 2 months. She refused to move out of her house until a medical emergency forced the issue. When she moved, she asked for...
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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.
Westgate Villa is an assisted living community providing memory care in San Jose, Santa Clara County, California. Our magnificent community is located proximally to the Silicon Valley looking on the mountain view of Hamilton. San Jose city is perfect for relaxation and family getaways. With the...
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I visited 12 different assisted living living communities. Oakmont of Silver Creek was clearly the best one. My mother is very happy there and she is difficult to impress. I would recommend Oakmont 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.
"Oakmont of Silver Creek is a lovely retirement community set on a lush campus with beautiful views, industry-renowned dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. We are also within walking distance of shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment. In our retirement...
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First, the facility is great. Small, only around 50 residents (not full yet) on 2 floors. Well appointed. Bright colors. Extra wide hallways. Beautiful outdoor patio on the 2nd floor. Residents can go in on...
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 Ivy Park at San Tomas, a premier senior living community in San Jose, California. Ivy Park at San Tomas offers specialized assisted living and memory care combining expert care with a vibrant sense of community. With beautifully appointed apartment homes and a dedicated team who...
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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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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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.
Discover a new vision of luxury senior living, now brought to life at Ellore Senior Living. Built from the ground up, with modern interiors by March and White Design, Ellore Senior Living is thoughtfully crafted for older adults who seek a lifestyle of abundant style, wellness, and social...
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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.
Located in the heart of Silicon Valley California, Vi at Palo Alto is a Life Plan community, also known as a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), situated on 23 lush acres of Stanford Property. Our assisted and independent living community offers a wide array of amenities and benefits to...
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Meadow Gardens has had several management changes in the 2+ years my conservator has been there. The current management is great. The staff has been caring throughout the stay. A good location, with sunny...
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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.
Welcome to Meadow Gardens of Menlo Park Memory Care community! We are a cozy, one story community nestled in a residential neighborhood. This charming community offers Memory Care services to our residents who have dementia/Alzheimer's. We have capacity for 43.Our residents enjoy a large, secure...
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The facility provided her a hospital bed until I was able to get one; very reasonable and kind management. The staff members were extremely helpful and caring. Keep in mind, my mom was placed in care during...
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.
We are family owned and managed offering care home accommodations in the San Francisco peninsula area for seniors in need of living assistance. In specific homes we have the ability to care for seniors with special needs such as dementia, Alzheimer's, immobility, incontinence and other special...
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I would tell others looking into Palm Villas that it is a very nice, very clean facility. The main reason we chose Palm Villas was because during our tour, clients were there and they highly recommended...
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.
Palm Villas in beautiful Fremont California offers a clean atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food. The surrounding area is serene and pleasant and outdoor areas are tastefully furnished and landscaped for many enjoyable afternoons. Fremont California also offers pleasant weather year...
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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.
Connections: Early- to Mid-Stage Memory Care• Care coordination by a full-time registerednurse (RN)• Licensed practical nurse (LPN) on-site 24/7• Primary care partner to ensure personalizedattention to daily needs and preferences• Geriatric psychiatrist, psychologist and otherphysician services...
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The food at this community is good and they keep it well taken care of. My brother is still adjusting to his surroundings. The staff are friendly, nice and trying to get him to socialize with the other...
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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.
You will feel the elegance the moment you walk through the front door at Carlton Plaza Fremont, an active independent and assisted living community. The marble entry, comfortable fireplace and cozy conversation areas foster friendships and are a lovely place to entertain family.The courtyard is...
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he staff are very friendly and fluently bilingual which done would like to have; meals are home cooked by ladies who really do a good job. The medical technicians who manages meds for those who need this are...
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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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WHEN VISITING MY GRANDFATHER I WAS GREETED WITH A SMILE AND WAS DELIGHTED TO SEE HOW CLEAN THE FACILITY WAS. EVERYONE I PASSED HAD A SMILE AND WAS SUPER NICE MY GRANDFATHER LOOKED SO HAPPY AND WAS ENJOYING...
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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.
Montecito Manor Montecito Manor is an assisted living community located in the scenic mountainside town of Watsonville, Santa Cruz County, California. This residence is a specialized memory care center for seniors living with dementia and Alzheimer's. The center is near Flodberg Park and several...
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.
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Cost of memory care in Pajaro Dunes, CA

The average cost of senior living in Pajaro Dunes is $6,440 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pacific Grove, CA with an average of $4,906 per month.

Memory care costs in Pajaro Dunes, CA, vs. nearby cities

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

Pajaro Dunes, CA
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U.S. national average
$5,014/mo

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

Memory Care
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Memory care costs in Pajaro Dunes, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,521/mo
Studio
$8,474/mo
1 Bedroom
$11,899/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,500/mo

Senior living costs in Pajaro Dunes 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: Pajaro Dunes, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typePajaro Dunes, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$6,440/mo$5,534/mo$5,014/mo
Assisted Living$5,231/mo$4,536/mo$4,752/mo
Independent Living$4,899/mo$4,762/mo$4,211/mo
Memory Care
Pajaro Dunes, CA:$6,440/mo
California:$5,534/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
Assisted Living
Pajaro Dunes, CA:$5,231/mo
California:$4,536/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Independent Living
Pajaro Dunes, CA:$4,899/mo
California:$4,762/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Memory care costs in Pajaro Dunes, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Pajaro Dunes 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
Pajaro Dunes, CA$8,093/mo$7,569/mo+6.9%
California$6,703/mo$6,407/mo+4.6%
National$6,493/mo$6,147/mo+5.6%
Pajaro Dunes, CA
2024 average cost:$8,093/mo
2023 average cost:$7,569/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Pajaro Dunes

Recent reviews for memory care in Pajaro Dunes

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 .

Whispering Pines Inn, LLC in Hollister, CA

5.0
Whispering Pines Inn has devotedly served the San Benito County for over 26 years. The management & staffs are caring & very responsive to their elderly residents. Being a caregiver is not an easy task. You have to have the heary & compassion which I have seen with the employees as well ad ...
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Carmelo Park in Monterey, CA

5.0
It is smaller than the community next door. It depends on the individual; however, they have been able to accommodate a friend of mine into this community. The staff's communication and proactiveness about my friend stand out to me. They have been amazing to work with. The staff is nice, has ...
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Pajaro Dunes review score based on 402 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 402 reviews of 114 Pajaro Dunes memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Pajaro Dunes 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

Pajaro Dunes review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Pajaro Dunes, CA114 facilities
8.0
Watsonville, CA148 facilities

Review subcategories for Pajaro Dunes 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 402 reviews of 114 Pajaro Dunes memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Pajaro Dunes 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.
Pajaro Dunes, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.0
Friendliness
3.9
4.1
Care services
3.2
3.8
Staff
3.7
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.7
Activities
3.2
3.6
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Pajaro Dunes memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pajaro Dunes memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pajaro Dunes, 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 Pajaro Dunes 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 Pajaro Dunes that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Pajaro Dunes, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.9%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.2%
46.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.9%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
69.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.1%
28%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.2%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.1%
69.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Pajaro Dunes 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 Pajaro Dunes Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pajaro Dunes, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.5%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.6%
45%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.8%
67.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31.6%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pajaro Dunes 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 Pajaro Dunes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pajaro Dunes, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.4%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
46.5%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.8%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.8%
21.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Pajaro Dunes 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 Pajaro Dunes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pajaro Dunes, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.1%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
43%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.6%
22.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pajaro Dunes 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 Pajaro Dunes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pajaro Dunes, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
56.1%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.5%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.3%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.9%
52.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.1%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.1%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.6%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.5%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.4%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
55.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
36%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.2%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.4%
45.6%
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State regulations for memory care in Pajaro Dunes

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Westmont of Morgan Hill, Cogir of Fremont Senior Living and Ivy Park at San Jose are the top-rated memory care facilities near Pajaro Dunes, California. See full list of communities.
There are 137 memory care facilities near Pajaro Dunes, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Pajaro Dunes, California is Atria Sunnyvale. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 137 memory care facilities near you in Pajaro Dunes, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Pajaro Dunes, 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 Pajaro Dunes, 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 Pajaro Dunes, California ranges from $981 to $19750. The average Memory Care cost in Pajaro Dunes, California is $6,440. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Pajaro Dunes, California typically starts at $981. 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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