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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Palo Alto, CA
Memory care in Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto is about $6,345 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 35 communities, read 424 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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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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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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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.
MorningStar at West San Jose is dedicated to making your retirement years carefree through a lifestyle of comfort, enjoyment and wellness. Our four-story community in beautiful west San Jose offers 69 assisted living suites (studio, one and two-bedroom) and 34 suites devoted to the individualized...
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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
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.
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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Cost of memory care in Palo Alto, CA
The average cost of senior living in Palo Alto is $6,345 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Carlos, CA with an average of $6,269 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Palo Alto
Recent reviews for memory care in Palo Alto
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 .
Rosemont Gardens in San Leandro, CA
5.0
Excellent caring staff. Clean place. My Auntie [name removed] is here. I visited from Anaheim California. My auntie Husband just passed away. My auntie looked beautiful and happy. I talked with staff and they were very professional
Fremont Hills
4.9
If you’re looking for peace of mind, this is the place to bring your loved ones. The care team are kind hearted and take good care of the residents. All the residents are well cared for, their clothes are kept clean and washed and beds are made daily. Residents always look neat and tidy.
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Compassionate and patient caregivers. Reviews consistently mention caregivers' exceptional patience and dedication to ensuring residents receive the care they need. At Brookdale North Fremont, caregivers demonstrate understanding and kindness towards residents, especially those with memory loss. At Sunrise of San Mateo, caregive ...
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Personalized activities for residents. Residents appreciate the variety of activities tailored to their interests and abilities. At Brookdale North Fremont, activities like group games, movies, and dancing provide opportunities for socialization and engagement. At Oakmont of Redwood City, residents' feedback is taken into account ...
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Clean and comfortable living spaces. Reviews highlight the importance of cleanliness and comfort in creating a welcoming environment for residents. At Atria Willow Glen, the beautiful garden area, spacious rooms, and overall cleanliness make for a desirable living space. At Palm Villas, the clean and dressed residents add to th ...
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Communicative and responsive staff. Clear and ongoing communication between staff and families is valued in ensuring residents receive the best possible care. At Brookdale North Fremont, staff are praised for keeping families informed about their loved ones' activities and well-being. At Sunrise of San Mateo, responsiveness to ...
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Reasonable pricing for quality care. Despite high standards of care and amenities, some communities offer competitive pricing, giving families peace of mind and financial security. At Silver Oaks, the lower cost compared to competitors did not result in a sacrifice in service. At Atria Sunnyvale, the value for cost is considere ...
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Secure and therapeutic community environments. Safety and security in living environments are essential for residents' peace of mind and well-being. At Atria Willow Glen, the secure garden area provides a therapeutic space for residents to enjoy. At Brookdale North Fremont, residents feel safe and well-cared for, with an emphasis on safe ...
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Palo Alto review score based on 105 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 105 reviews of 31 Palo Alto memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Palo Alto 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
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Review subcategories for Palo Alto 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 105 reviews of 31 Palo Alto memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Palo Alto 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.Palo Alto, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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Palo Alto memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Palo Alto memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Palo Alto, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61.3%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.3%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.5%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.1%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.8%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.7%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Palo Alto, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.3%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.9%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.3%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.8%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Palo Alto, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.8%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.6%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
51.6%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.8%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Palo Alto, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.7%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.2%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
41.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.8%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Palo Alto, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
54.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.3%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.6%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.2%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.8%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.4%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.9%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.9%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.8%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
51.6%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
29%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of San Mateo, Cogir of Fremont Senior Living and Sunrise of Sunnyvale are the top-rated memory care facilities near Palo Alto, California. See full list of communities.
There are 35 memory care facilities near Palo Alto, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Palo Alto, California are Sunrise of San Mateo, Cogir of Fremont Senior Living and Sunrise of Sunnyvale. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 35 memory care facilities near you in Palo Alto, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto, California ranges from $695 to $17400. The average Memory Care cost in Palo Alto, California is $6,345. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Palo Alto, 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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