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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Olema, CA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Olema, A Place for Mom can help. With 19 memory care facilities in Olema, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hilarita, Outer Richmond and Presidio Terrace.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Novato, Sebastopol and Sausalito.

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Photo of Atria Tamalpais Creek
1111 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.6
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I love the staff and their attentiveness and care for my mom. I also appreciate feeling like I'm part of the community when I come to visit. I also found that they were the most affordable of the handful of...
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.
Atria Tamalpais Creek is an enriching senior living community in Novato that promotes independence and active lifestyles. With an event-filled social calendar and amenities like a fitness center, outdoor garden and salon and spa, our residents enjoy an environment that encourages them to remain...
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1515 Photos available
2020 Floor plans available
8.0
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They are very communicative about the resident's status, concerns, etc. And very genuine and have the best interests of the resident and family in mind. We're very happy there.
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.
Drake Terrace allows you the freedom to express yourself as you continue to learn and grow in this enriching environment. Whether you choose Independent Living, Assisted Living or Memory Care, you will have many opportunities to participate in the heart and soul of this vibrant community....
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8.2
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11 reviews
8.2
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11 reviews
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It is a Small , clean quiet facility with enough staff to care for residents. Great activity director with plenty of stimulating activities.
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.
WindChime is Marin County's specialized Alzheimer's and dementia care facility, nestled in a wooded residential area of Kentfield near the College of Marin. Our community features an award-winning dining program, landscaped gardens, a dynamic resident-centered activity program, two residential...
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7.2
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Everybody there is over the top sweet and kind. The communication is amazing and they keep the place spotless. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families.
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.
Situated in the heart of Hamilton Field with beautiful bay and mountain views, The Bluffs at Hamilton Hill is a relaxed luxury senior living community located near Novato Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Terra Linda and MarinHealth Medical Center as well as Hamilton Marketplace, Vintage Oaks...
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1010 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
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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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1010 Floor plans available
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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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Photo of Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care
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22 Floor plans available
6.8
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18 reviews
6.8
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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
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.
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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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: 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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I feel very happy that I had her there. They excellent cared of her in every way. She was always clean, neat, comfortable, and well cared for. The staff was kind. and I visited her regularly, so she received...
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, 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
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.
Nazareth House, San Rafael, opened in 1962 is a nonprofit retirement home offering full-service residential care and assisted living for approximately 126 residents. It is one of 58 facilities throughout the world owned and operated by the Sisters of Nazareth. Our aim is to provide for the...
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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.
Bello Gardens Assisted Living is located at 46 Mariposa Ave, San Anselmo, CA 94960. The services provided consist of independent living, respite care, memory care, hospice care and assisted living. We are known for our beautiful landscape blended with a Mediterranean concept. We provide...
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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.
A Golden Home Extended Care, Inc. is a senior assisted living facility and micro community located in Marin County. A Golden Home is located at 1234 Las Gallinas Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94903. It is a beautiful apartment-style community just minutes away from the nearest hospital. This...
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I chose this community because it was recommended that my mother needed memory care. The care was very giving, but we were asked to hire overnight caregivers because she would get up night,which was an...
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.
'Residents are the heart of our community.'  AlmaVia of San Rafael is a faith-based, non-profit Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) which includes independent and assisted living, as well as a specialized area for memory care called, Bridgehaven. We offer studio,...
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My mother seems happier, and looks much better. So far, we are very pleased.
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.
Harmony House is a unique place where people suffering from Alzheimer's and other dementing illnesses can still enjoy life. People don't lose their humanity when they lose their memory skills. What people who live with a dementing illness lose is their ability to live comfortably in society. They...
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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.

Cost of memory care in Olema, CA

The average cost of senior living in Olema is $5,846 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sonoma, CA with an average of $5,421 per month.

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

Olema, CA
$5,846/mo
$5,792/mo

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

Olema, CA
$5,846/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,846/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,830/mo
Studio
$6,588/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,829/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,919/mo

Senior living costs in Olema 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: Olema, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOlema, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,846/mo$5,249/mo$4,761/mo
Assisted Living$5,135/mo$4,287/mo$4,515/mo
Independent Living$5,133/mo$4,434/mo$3,951/mo
Memory Care
Olema, CA:$5,846/mo
California:$5,249/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Assisted Living
Olema, CA:$5,135/mo
California:$4,287/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Independent Living
Olema, CA:$5,133/mo
California:$4,434/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Olema

Recent reviews for memory care in Olema

Springfield Place in Petaluma, CA

4.0
We toured a few different communities and this one seemed to be the best fit for my mom. She is doing well here.She is starting to meet new residents and make some friends. She is participating in some of the activities. She really likes the food. The community is always clean and well ...
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AlmaVia of San Rafael

5.0
Great facility that is meeting all my parents needs! Great for memory care. The staff is very friendly and helpful to get them adjusted

Windchime of Marin in Kentfield, CA

4.7
What I like most is the staff's responsiveness to our requests and specific needs for my Mom. Each resident is cared for and loved in the way that works best for them. My mom is enjoying the activities, thanks to the new full time activity director at WindChime of Marin community.

Olema memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Olema memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Olema, 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 Olema 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 Olema that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Olema, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.6%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.3%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.2%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.1%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.6%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
5.9%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.2%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.1%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.5%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Olema 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 Olema Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Olema, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.6%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.2%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70.6%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Olema 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 Olema partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Olema, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.6%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.3%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.2%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Olema 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 Olema communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Olema, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.4%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.4%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
29.4%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.3%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Olema 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 Olema offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Olema, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
52.9%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.4%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.6%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.1%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.3%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.1%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
41.2%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.3%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.1%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 19 memory care facilities near Olema, California. See the full list.

The 19 memory care facilities near you in Olema, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Olema, 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 Olema, 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 Olema, California ranges from $695 to $16600. The average Memory Care cost in Olema, California is $5,846. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Olema, 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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