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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Marin County, CA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Marin County, A Place for Mom can help. With 290 memory care facilities in Marin 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 Marin County incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Marin County memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Marin County, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Fishermans Wharf, Aquatic Park / Ft. Mason and Union Street.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Novato, Sebastopol and Pinole.

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I’m very happy my mother can get in Rosemont Gardens in San Leandro. It’s a nice place, very clean, care giver is nice. Administration person is so nice, my mom lives here like her own home. I’m happy my...
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.
We are a 40 bed assisted living in downtown San Leandro. We specialize in caring for dementia and Alzheimer’s clients, those who are independent or those who need assistance with daily care. We are also able to care for hospice clients, offer respite care for those taking care of their loved ones...
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I would say 5 for all but the food which was just ok. Maybe a 3 for food. But they were so accommodating for our mom. Whatever she wanted they would bring her like ice cream etc. They were all very friendly...
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.
Our luxurious, inviting community, in the greater San Francisco/Oakland metropolitan area, encompasses the perfect assisted living experience, where each day you can choose from all kinds of life-enriching activities and programs to share with friends and neighbors. Continue to enjoy your...
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7.9
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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.
About Windsong of SonomaCommunity & Location Highlights:Nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood with beautiful views of the Sonoma Mountains, minutes from historic downtown Petaluma, half an hour from the Sea Shore and 30 miles north of San Francisco.Our Central location provides easy...
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7.5
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7.5
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Staff is great. All very very friendly. Two of the nurses are so sweet too. The receptionist(s) are always so helpful. Facilities: we (his family) really like it here. Vey clean, modern and easy to park....
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.
Set within the City of Trees on the San Francisco Peninsula, Pacifica Senior Living Burlingame offers a progressive senior living community for active adults. We're located across the street from Washington Park, which provides scenic views for nearly every apartment. We are also convenient to...
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Great food. In fact it's probably the best place for the food in comparison to other similar facilities. My problem is I recently had to my gall bladder removed bebecause of the inability to digest fats and...
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.
Make a lifelong commitment to living well with Clearwater at Sonoma Hills, an assisted living & memory care community in Rohnert Park offering 94 well-appointed apartment homes with both private and shared living options. Our community encourages residents to live a purposeful life by...
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I loved the setting, not formal or stuffy, liked the chickens and roses. When my mom got sick, she couldn't ask for help. No apparent follow up and I was not notified. Thank god there was an available bed in...
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.
Sonoma Grove is a family owned Assisted Living facility specializing in memory care. It is located in the heart of Wine Country, Sonoma, California.Under new management, completely remodeled in 2020We are licensed by the State of California and are surveyed under Title 22 regulations.Our...
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The residents get good care. There is always someone around to help. It's clean and well run. That's what we want for our loved ones. If one can afford the cost, it seems like one of the best places around.
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.
From the moment you arrive at Villa Capri you step into luxury and elegance. You will realize that this way of life exceeds all your expectations. At Villa Capri, you are living in a beautiful community, in an exquisite area blessed with beautiful blue skies and clean air touched with ocean...
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1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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I would give them a 5. They are doing a great job taking care of my mom. She has severe dementia and they are able to help her stay reasonably calm and comfortable as she goes through this final stage of her...
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.
Fewer Worries, More JoyIf you were to ask our memory care residents in Danville, California if they are happy to be here, they would tell you life has never been better. Each resident of our community experiences a full and rich life. Our community calendar provides activities, programs and...
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14 reviews
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I am always amazed and extremely pleased at how caring the staff is with all of the memory care residents. The facilities are always well maintained and kept clean. The meals are tasty and sufficient, Our...
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.
At Oakmont of Redwood City, you will enjoy living in a quiet, residential community by the San Francisco Bay, about halfway between San Francisco and San Jose. Within easy reach of the shops, restaurants, and parks along El Camino Real, our community is just off the 101 and close to I-280,...
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Thought the tours and general interaction with the staff was professional yet personable. The room sizes are very nice there. My loved ones opted for a 2 bedroom apartment and it is perfect for their needs.
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.
From the moment you arrive at Oakmont of Novato you step into luxury and elegance. You will realize that this way of life exceeds all your expectations. At Oakmont of Novato, you are living in a beautiful community, in an exquisite area blessed with beautiful blue skies and rolling hills with...
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Photo of The Vincent
99 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
6.6
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They're very kind it's very clean. The staff is very nice, but things are a little disorganized. Their refrigerators in the rooms have had many problems. They've had a bit of changing of staff and cooks....
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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My aunt was with Cogir for a limited time. The staff were kind, helpful, and caring. The place was clean. The director worked with us to create the right environment for my aunt. Would recommend Cogir of San...
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.
Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care is a full-service, pet friendly senior community for those touched by Dementia, along with hospice care and respite care. Housed in a former boutique hotel in a residential area of sunny San Rafael. With easy access to the top healthcare facilities, Napa & Sonoma...
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Five on all categories. What we like the most about the community is their wonderful staff, very good food and the that it is a smaller facility. Yes, we would recommend Aldersly to other families and have...
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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I am so glad that my family found Springfield Place for my dad. I highly recommend it. My dad has lived at Springfield Place for two years now. The staff here is outstanding. They are caring, friendly,...
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.
Springfield Place offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who leads the industry in the development and management of retirement communities that are all about Five-Star Fun. At Springfield Place we have set...
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I had never dealt with this before, and Kaiser rocked, Greenridge rocked, and they weren't all perfect, but I would strongly recommend Greendridge to anyone. My goal was to get her into Greenridge assisted...
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.
Photo of The Carlisle Ivy Signature Living
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The staff is absolutely wonderful. They make you feel welcomed, at home and included in the community. The residents are really supportive and friendly. My loved one has made a number of friends, in a short...
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.
Situated in the heart of San Francisco atop Cathedral Hill, The Carlisle offers assisted living and independent living for older adults looking to live within a vibrant community. From the moment you walk through our doors, you’ll feel as though you’ve entered a friendly, boutique hotel where you...
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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.
Victorian Manor assisted living facility located in a quiet residential location. We at the Victorian Manor realize that selecting the right senior care facility is a very difficult choice that takes time and research. We would like to share an important fact with those considering our facility....
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I cannot say enough about the facility and staff at 5 palms. [name removed] and her family run a top-notch Place and Treated my mother with the upmost respect and dignity In the last month of her life. The...
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.
Five Palms Care Home is in Santa Rosa, California and is an assisted living facility that is one of the top in the area. We provide a number of amenities that can make life more comfortable for you or a loved one. From the delicious meals that are prepared fresh daily to the rehabilitation center...
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Very professional and helpful staff. Attentive to people. I witnessed caring kindness and compassion.. What I experienced was not expected but it was a very eye opening experience. The personnel and staff...
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 Village at Hayes Valley is a 47-bed community offering specialized care for high-needs assisted living as well as innovative dementia dementia care. Located in San Francisco's vibrant Hayes Valley neighborhood and set in a beautifully restored Victorian, The Village at Hayes Valley imbues a...
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They are doing great! Everything is going along just fine. They are very helpful. They are very forthcoming. There have been a few little hiccups and instantly when we brought it up, they were jolly on the...
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.
The tremendous quality of life you will find at Oakwood Senior Home — Vallejo is owed more than anything else to our dedicated staff members and the superior care and services they provide. At Oakwood Senior Home you are assured of the care, respect and enjoyment you deserve. When you choose...
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My brother had severe dementia and we lived out of state. We had him in a previous placement in Marin that was over twice as expensive and felt very impersonal and corporate while raising the rates on us and...
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.
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Our mother has been at Vineyard for 14 months and she has thrived there. After 11 years since diagnosis her dementia has plateaued and there has been no noticeable decline in over a year. The staff is...
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.
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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 heart of California Wine Country, in Northern California, Pacifica Senior Living Santa Rosa offers residents unparalleled services and amenities for Assisted Living and Memory Care. Residents will enjoy over 4 acres of meticulously designed grounds and gardens. Our community...
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Quality of Life and Dignity The Short: Silverado offers truly amazing care, service, and engagement with their residents - they are always treated with respect and dignity. Staff are also communicative,...
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.
At Silverado Berkeley, it is our mission to ensure that we provide a uniquely creative, comfortable and stimulating community where our residents are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve. A community where the health and lifestyle of each person can be positively impacted and...
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Our loved one says she loves the meals and dining. I like that Everyone seems engaged (employees and residents). Staff is visible, friendly, and attentive. My mom seems happy there. She is not declining as...
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.
In the lovely city of Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, California, is the luxurious Independent/Assisted Living Community, Fountaingrove Lodge and Terraces Memory Care. This hidden gem is nestled in nature between a California Oak Tree Grove and a beautifully manicured golf course, the Fountaingrove...
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Cost of memory care in Marin County, CA

The average cost of senior living in Marin County is $5,788 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sonoma, CA with an average of $5,421 per month.

Memory care costs in Marin County, CA, vs. nearby counties

Marin County, CA
$5,788/mo

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

Marin County, CA
$5,788/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,788/mo

Memory care costs in Marin County, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,628/mo
Studio
$6,189/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,673/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,218/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,495/mo

Senior living costs in Marin County 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: Marin County, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMarin County, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,788/mo$5,249/mo$4,761/mo
Assisted Living$4,914/mo$4,287/mo$4,515/mo
Independent Living$4,796/mo$4,434/mo$3,951/mo
Memory Care
Marin County, CA:$5,788/mo
California:$5,249/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Assisted Living
Marin County, CA:$4,914/mo
California:$4,287/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Independent Living
Marin County, CA:$4,796/mo
California:$4,434/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Marin County

Recent reviews for memory care in Marin County

Sonoma Grove

4.5
It has been wonderful for my parents - my wheelchair-using mom and dad who needs memory care. Very important for them to stay together in the same room and SonomaGrova was able to accommodate it. The staff is excellent, treating parents with total respect and sensitivity.

Good Neighbor Care Vacaville

5.0
mom is happy at Pacifica which is very important. The staff is wonderful, caring and pleasant. I admire all of the care takers and appreciate all they do. Mom likes her meals and all of the activities. Pacifica is clean, the grounds are nice and it is great place for those live there. Thank you ...
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The Ivy at Golden Gate in San Francisco, CA

4.2
Most staff are very friendly, with occasional lapses in service (too busy to help dress; slow, slow kitchen sometimes); coordination of offsite pharmacy and medicine technicians could be better; like in any health care setting, patient advocacy (usually a family member) is essential (especially ...
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Marin County review score based on 785 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 785 reviews of 254 Marin County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Marin 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

Marin County review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Marin County, CA254 facilities

Review subcategories for Marin 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 785 reviews of 254 Marin County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Marin 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.
Marin County, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Marin County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marin County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marin 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 Marin 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 Marin County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Marin County, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
56.3%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.2%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.3%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.8%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.5%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.5%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Marin 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 Marin County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Marin County, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.4%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.4%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50.7%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.1%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Marin 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 Marin County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marin County, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.6%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
41.5%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.4%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Marin 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 Marin County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marin County, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.4%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.8%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
39%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.8%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marin 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 Marin County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marin County, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
50.4%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.5%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.4%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.7%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.1%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.9%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.9%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.8%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.9%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
48.5%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
28.3%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.4%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.6%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Greenhills Care Home, Oakmont of Montecito and The Inn on Villa Lane are the top-rated memory care facilities near Marin County, California. See full list of communities.

There are 290 memory care facilities near Marin County, California. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Marin County, California are Greenhills Care Home, Sunrise of San Mateo and Pacifica Senior Living Vacaville. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 290 memory care facilities near you in Marin 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 Marin 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 Marin 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 Marin County, California ranges from $695 to $16600. The average Memory Care cost in Marin County, California is $5,788. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Marin 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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