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If your loved one needs memory care in Santa Maria, A Place for Mom can help. With 183 memory care facilities in Santa Maria, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Conifer, Evergreen and Bailey.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Landmark Memory Care
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 would give then an A+ for the community's structure and format, specifically for assisted living. The community was up kept and clean. The staff are friendly people. I did try a meal and for the most part...
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: 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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It’s a good place, the staff are great and were very helpful getting me into my new home! They made the transition into the community much easier than I expected. I have no complaints at all!
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.
The Villas at Sunny Acres is a continuing care retirement community located on 64 beautiful acres in north metropolitan Denver. The community offers independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing, with Alzheimer's care opening in September 2006. The campus features two lakes, walking...
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They're very nice and helpful and held the room my dad liked until we could get him moved there. The room is a good size and the place is clean and orderly. My dad seems to really enjoy the food they serve....
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.
Waneka Park Assisted living Community is located in a quiet neighborhood, just steps away from Old Town Lafayette. We are also close to hospitals, medical practices, shopping centers and the RTD Bus Station. Waneka Park offers personal care plans specific to each individual's needs. We have 24...
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Cost of memory care in Santa Maria, CO

The average cost of senior living in Santa Maria is $5,314 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Bear Creek, CO with an average of $5,033 per month.

Memory care costs in Santa Maria, CO, vs. nearby cities

Santa Maria, CO
$5,314/mo
$5,416/mo

Memory care costs in Santa Maria, CO, vs. state and national averages

Santa Maria, CO
$5,314/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Memory care costs in Santa Maria, CO, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,314/mo

Memory care costs in Santa Maria, CO, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,728/mo
Studio
$5,901/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,174/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,298/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,720/mo

Senior living costs in Santa Maria 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: Santa Maria, CO
Column state: Colorado
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSanta Maria, COColoradoU.S.
Memory Care$5,314/mo$5,094/mo$4,761/mo
Assisted Living$5,090/mo$4,988/mo$4,515/mo
Independent Living$4,205/mo$4,126/mo$3,951/mo
Memory Care
Santa Maria, CO:$5,314/mo
Colorado:$5,094/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Assisted Living
Santa Maria, CO:$5,090/mo
Colorado:$4,988/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Independent Living
Santa Maria, CO:$4,205/mo
Colorado:$4,126/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Santa Maria

Recent reviews for memory care in Santa Maria

Jackson Creek Senior Living in Monument, CO

5.0
In all areas.. I feel very positive. My dad really likes living there! I would definitely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.

MorningStar of Boulder

5.0
From the minute we toured MorningStar Boulder we knew this was the right fit for my dad. My mom was so scared to move him, and the staff here made all the difference. They understand his needs and really make him feel at home. My mom is happy to visit him and see how well he is doing here.

MorningStar of Wheat Ridge

5.0
We chose MorningStar primarily for the location and I was very impressed with the facility, it is newer and has a lot of fine things. Even though it was covid, the directors met with me in person and listened to my questions and concerns and addressed my issues. Overall, it has been a great ...
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Santa Maria review score based on 740 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 740 reviews of 170 Santa Maria memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Santa Maria 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

Santa Maria review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Santa Maria, CO170 facilities
7.8
Montezuma, CO108 facilities
7.6

Review subcategories for Santa Maria 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 740 reviews of 170 Santa Maria memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Santa Maria 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.
Santa Maria, CO averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
3.8
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
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Santa Maria memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Maria memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria 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
62.3%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.4%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.3%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
91.8%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.3%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.7%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.4%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.6%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.7%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Santa Maria, CONational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.9%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.8%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.2%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.4%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santa Maria, CONational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.5%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.4%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
42.1%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.2%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.7%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santa Maria, CONational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.6%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
47.5%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.9%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santa Maria, CONational
Activity director
Activity director
57.4%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.8%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.1%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.2%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.1%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.9%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.8%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.6%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
58.5%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
42.6%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.8%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.9%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Greenwood Village, Brookdale University Park and Brookdale Lowry are the top-rated memory care facilities near Santa Maria, Colorado. See full list of communities.

There are 183 memory care facilities near Santa Maria, Colorado. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Santa Maria, Colorado are Brookdale Greenwood Village, Brookdale University Park and Brookdale Parkplace. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 183 memory care facilities near you in Santa Maria, Colorado typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Santa Maria, Colorado, 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 Santa Maria, Colorado, 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 Santa Maria, Colorado ranges from $879 to $15000. The average Memory Care cost in Santa Maria, Colorado is $5,314. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Santa Maria, Colorado typically starts at $879. 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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