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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Alameda County, CA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Alameda County, A Place for Mom can help. With 39 memory care facilities in Alameda County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Alameda County incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Alameda County memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Alameda County, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Dogtown, Sequoyah Heights and Longfellow.
You may also consider nearby communities such as San Jose, Oakland and Livermore.

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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Heritage Estates Retirement Community in East Livermore we have several senior living options, all on one campus. So whether you are seeking an elegant independent living apartment with amenities, programs and social opportunities, or you desire the support of assisted living services, the...
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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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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.
Nestled in the hills of Union City overlooking the San Francisco Bay, the Pavilion at the Masonic Homes is a brand-new residence for seniors dealing with memory loss or requiring assistance with day-to-day activities. Surrounded by lush greenery and bay views, and with expert caregivers available...
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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.
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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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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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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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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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...
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.
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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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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.
At Aegis Gardens in Fremont, California, our focus on Chinese culture is reflected in everything we do. Our retirement community is designed to be warm and inviting with thoughtfully-designed architecture and interiors, exceptional menus, enticing activities, and caring Chinese-speaking staff....
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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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Waters Edge Lodge is family owned and operated Assisted Living and Senior Living community nestled in a unique and peaceful setting on the lagoon of Harbor Bay. The Lodge is part of AEC Living, which has cared for seniors for over 50 years in Alameda and the East Bay.Our apartments provide a warm...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Waters Edge Lodge is family owned and operated Assisted Living and Senior Living community nestled in a unique and peaceful setting on the lagoon of Harbor Bay. The Lodge is part of AEC Living, which has cared for seniors for over 50 years in Alameda and the East Bay.Our apartments provide a warm...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Alameda County, CA

The average cost of senior living in Alameda County is $6,214 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clayton, CA with an average of $5,736 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Alameda County, CA vs. nearby counties

Alameda County, CA
$6,214/mo
$6,162/mo

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

Alameda County, CA
$6,214/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Alameda County vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$6,214/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Alameda County, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,468/mo
Studio
$6,718/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,683/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,241/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Alameda County

Recent reviews for memory care in Alameda County

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

The Point at Rockridge in Oakland, CA

4.7
We chose The Point community because of the location, it is very close to us which is convenient. The staff members are very friendly and the care that we have been able to see is immediate and pretty good.

Alameda County review score based on 172 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 172 reviews of 38 Alameda County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Alameda County 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

Alameda County review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Alameda County, CA38 facilities
7.7
Pleasanton, CA32 facilities
8.5
Dublin, CA26 facilities

Review subcategories for Alameda County 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 172 reviews of 38 Alameda County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Alameda County 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.
Alameda County, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Alameda County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alameda County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alameda County, 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 Alameda County 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 Alameda County 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
58.1%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.3%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.4%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.8%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.6%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.1%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.1%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Alameda County 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 Alameda County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alameda County, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.1%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.9%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.8%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.3%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alameda County 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 Alameda County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alameda County, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.9%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.5%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
48.8%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.8%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.3%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Alameda County 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 Alameda County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
46.5%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.5%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
41.9%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.3%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alameda County 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 Alameda County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
53.5%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.9%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.2%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.8%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.5%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.8%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.8%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.2%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.2%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.5%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
53.5%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
30.2%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.5%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cogir of Brentwood, Oakmont of Montecito and Sunrise of San Mateo are the top-rated memory care facilities near Alameda County, California. See full list of communities.

There are 39 memory care facilities near Alameda County, California. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Alameda County, California are Cogir of Brentwood, Sunrise of San Mateo and Cogir of Fremont Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 39 memory care facilities near you in Alameda County, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Alameda County, 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 Alameda County, 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 Alameda County, California ranges from $695 to $115000. The average Memory Care cost in Alameda County, California is $6,214. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Alameda County, 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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