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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Woodlands, CA

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Memory care in Woodlands 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 Woodlands is about $4,590 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 6 communities, read 93 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Woodlands Memory Care Facilities | 93 Reviews

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Last Updated: 12/5/25
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Photo of The Oaks at Nipomo
2222 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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21 reviews
9.1
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21 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
19%
3 star
10%
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5%
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0%
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My Father is happy there. The staff care for him and love him like he is family. I am assured he is cared for and safe. The therapists on staff provide services to him when it is needed. Staff let me know...
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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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria
1616 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
9.4
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46 reviews
9.4
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46 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
33%
3 star
7%
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0%
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I moved my parents into one of their cottages. Two bed/two baths. They are very happy there. Staff friendly and considerate. Only complaint would be the food. Nothing fancy just plain with lots of chicken...
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.
Conveniently located between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara, Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria is a campus-style retirement community that provides a wide spectrum of care. Enjoy being near golf courses, wineries, the Veteran's Administration Building and Marian Regional Medical Center. Take...
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Photo of Santa Maria Terrace
2020 Photos available
8.7
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26 reviews
8.7
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26 reviews
5 star
34%
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27%
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31%
2 star
4%
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The facility itself is clean, well-maintained, and the staff are generally kind. It is a suitable option for seniors who are fully independent and primarily need a safe and comfortable living environment....
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.
Santa Maria Terrace — located in sunny Santa Maria, California — provides the best value with our apartments, including an abundance of amenities and a large range of services. Whether you want to simplify your life or need assistance with daily tasks, Santa Maria Terrace offers something for...
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Photo of Alder House
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.
Photo of Wyndham Residence
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.
Wyndham Residence is located in the quaint town of Arroyo Grande, close to shops, banks and other amenities. Its beautiful country manor architecture features a spacious courtyard and meandering pathways that guide you through colorful gardens, a fruit orchard, and the largest bird aviary on the...
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Woodlands, CA

The average cost of senior living in Woodlands is $4,590 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Maria, CA with an average of $4,327 per month.

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

Woodlands, CA
$4,590/mo
$4,590/mo
$5,027/mo

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

Woodlands, CA
$4,590/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,590/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,295/mo
Studio
$4,574/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,418/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,573/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,700/mo

Senior living costs in Woodlands 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: Woodlands, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWoodlands, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$4,590/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$3,572/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$3,602/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Woodlands, CA:$4,590/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Woodlands, CA:$3,572/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Woodlands, CA:$3,602/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Woodlands, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Woodlands 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
Woodlands, CA$6,433/mo$5,997/mo+7.3%
California$5,834/mo$5,623/mo+3.8%
National$5,570/mo$5,493/mo+1.4%
Woodlands, CA
2024 average cost:$6,433/mo
2023 average cost:$5,997/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
California
2024 average cost:$5,834/mo
2023 average cost:$5,623/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,570/mo
2023 average cost:$5,493/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
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What families are saying about memory care in Woodlands

Recent reviews for memory care in Woodlands

Santa Maria Terrace

5.0
The employees at Santa Maria Terrace are very helpful. My father has Dementia and can be difficult at times. They are very patience with him and he is settling in as well as can be expected. This is the only one that I found that would allow him to have his dog with him, Labrador.

The Village At Sydney Creek-The Villages in San Luis Obispo, CA

4.5
They have a high level of Alzheimer's care at The Village. My grandpa was doing well after he moved in. The staff were friendly and encouraged him to participate in the activities. He made some new friends during his short time at this community.

The Oaks at Nipomo

5.0
Wonderful experience Facility is spic & span They all know your name Considering Dementia patient, they do the best they can do Food is ok, but bland I feel the activities are adequately suffice, it takes participation I'm so glad I found this place and [name removed] is the Best

Woodlands memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Woodlands memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Woodlands, 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 Woodlands 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 Woodlands that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Woodlands, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
16.7%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Woodlands 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 Woodlands Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Woodlands, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Woodlands 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 Woodlands partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Woodlands, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Woodlands 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 Woodlands communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Woodlands, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Woodlands 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 Woodlands offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Woodlands, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Woodlands

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