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Memory care in Union City 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 Union City is about $6,388 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 39 communities, read 663 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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.
Photo of Atherton Court Alzheimer's Residence
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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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.
Diana's Care Home is an assisted living community in Hayward, an east bay suburban region of the San Francisco Bay area. With just over 150,000 people, Hayward is the sixth largest city in the bay area. Hayward has its own executive airport and knows how to entertain its visitors with broad...
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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
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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.
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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My mother stayed here from 2014 through 2016. I'm so grateful my mother had occasion to live at such a beautiful place, knowing what good care and love they showed her. I could always see how happy she was....
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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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
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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.
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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There has been quite a turnover recently. They are now back to staff level at The Parkview. I think The Parkview is doing a great job with the recommendations from the Governor. I believe memory care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Parkview brings a fresh approach to assisted living and memory care in the Pleasanton area.  Discover the perfect blend...the independence you want with the assistance you need.Enjoy private apartment living, including stunning views of the surrounding hills and the convenience of the...
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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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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for San Leandro provides exceptional care in a modern, safe and therapeutic environment. Our team of rehabilitation, skilled nursing and medical professionals work together to provide a personal plan of treatment to meet the individual needs of every patient and...
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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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Cost of memory care in Union City, CA

The average cost of senior living in Union City is $6,388 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Danville, CA with an average of $5,934 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Union City, CA vs. nearby cities

Union City, CA
$6,388/mo
$6,395/mo
$6,615/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Union City, CA vs. the state and national average

Union City, CA
$6,388/mo
U.S. national average
$4,859/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Union City vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$6,388/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Union City, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,154/mo
Studio
$6,069/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,450/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,636/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Union City over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Union City

Recent reviews for memory care in Union City

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 .

Mercy Retirement and Care Center in Oakland, CA

5.0
One of the reasons we selected Mercy was for its spiritual/faith program which includes daily mass. Perfect setting for my aunt. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones

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

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Thoughtful and attentive caregivers. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and dedication of caregivers at various communities. For example, at Brookdale North Fremont, the staff goes above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met, including preventing falls and providing excellent support for those with communication di ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Reviews highlight the importance of activities and social opportunities for residents' happiness and engagement. At Carefield Pleasanton Memory Care, staff organize a variety of activities, from singing to gardening, keeping residents active and engaged. At Sunol Creek Memory Care, residents ...
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Cleanliness and upkeep of living spaces. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities' living spaces, from private rooms to common areas. At Ivy Park at Pleasanton, residents appreciate the pristine bathrooms and renovated patio and dining room. At MorningStar of Hayward, all areas are described as clean, with no ...
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Personalized care and accommodations. Reviews emphasize the importance of personalized care and accommodations for residents' comfort and well-being. At Brookdale North Fremont, the staff is accommodating to residents' specific needs and requests. At Carefield Pleasanton Memory Care, the memory care facility offers private apart ...
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Communication between families and staff. Open and effective communication between families and staff is crucial for peace of mind and ensuring care meets expectations. At Brookdale North Fremont, families are kept informed and involved in their loved ones' care. At Pacifica Senior Living Union City, staff are described as responsiv ...
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Welcoming and family like atmosphere. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is essential for residents' emotional well-being. At Ivy Park at Pleasanton, residents' families feel at home in the community, with the ability to decorate their loved ones' rooms and have guests visit. At Sunol Creek Memory Care, the facility is des ...
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Union City review score based on 145 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 145 reviews of 35 Union City memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Union City 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

Union City review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Union City, CA35 facilities
7.8
Hayward, CA35 facilities
7.1
Fremont, CA19 facilities

Review subcategories for Union City 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 145 reviews of 35 Union City memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Union City 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.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Union City memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Union City memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Union City, 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 Union City 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 Union City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
65.7%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.9%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.3%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.1%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.3%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.1%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Union City 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 Union City Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Union City, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.9%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.7%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.9%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Union City 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 Union City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
54.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.9%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Union City 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 Union City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
48.6%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
45.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Union City 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 Union City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Union City, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.1%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.3%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.9%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.4%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.6%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.9%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Oakmont of Montecito, Sunrise of San Mateo and Cogir of Fremont Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Union City, California. See full list of communities.

There are 39 memory care facilities near Union City, California. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Union City, 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 39 memory care facilities near you in Union City, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Union City, 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 Union City, 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 Union City, California ranges from $695 to $17400. The average Memory Care cost in Union City, California is $6,388. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Union City, 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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