Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Alameda, CA below include 136 memory care communities with 328 reviews. On average in Alameda, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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1721 Webster Street, Alameda, CA 94501
4.4
(10 reviews)
"I toured the Elders Inn. It had a beautiful courtyard, was clean, and had no unpleasant odors. The front desk and touring staff coordinator were very nice. Tristan was great. It is located on a busy street but the old folks are not going to be walking along the street and it's across the street from a gas station. It's an old building in an old part of town but that's not their fault."
$6,877
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2400 Mariner Square Drive, Alameda, CA 94501
3.6
(21 reviews)
"I toured the Oakmont of Mariner Point. It's beautiful and in a beautiful neighborhood, overlooking the water. I'm not choosing it because they don't have enough level of care. Janet and Charles are great. They gave a gift bag like a box of cookies but no sampling of meals. They didn't even show me rooms. I only talked to them and the dining room, they didn't show me. Maybe there wasn't a room that was clean at that moment. I don't know. I don't care, I didn't need to see the room because I knew it wasn't appropriate."
$6,895
2361 E 29th St, Oakland, CA 94606
4.1
(68 reviews)
"We enjoyed our tour. It had a nice garden area that all of the residents could go into on their own free will. The staff seem nice and caring. We were there for their Thanksgiving family lunch. So, families came in and interacted. The food was great. It was very nice."
$4,000
468 Perkins Street, Oakland, CA 94610
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I was visiting a friend at Lakeside Park. It was a very nice facility. It was well run. They were very friendly and very attentive to the people who lived there. They would take them out for walks in the neighboring park along Lake Merritt. They were very supportive of their patients, but also very concerned about their safety. The staff was competent and caring. They had a nice courtyard outside and they're also half a block from a big park along Lake Merritt. They seemed to have several activities going on every day."
$4,995
4500 Gilbert Street, Oakland, CA 94611
4.4
(24 reviews)
"I toured The Point at Rockridge. The room was spacious and had good large windows, so it was well-lit. It had its own bathroom that was appropriately done. It had very adequate space for the storage of clothing. The room itself was not bad; it had a good feel. The large windows made it more welcoming and it was a spacious room. There would be plenty of room for a dresser, a bed, side tables, a small table, and a large chair that would easily fit in the room. I thought it was quite generous and welcoming. The staff who toured me was very informative and took the time. And this was a walk-in. We didn't even have an appointment. Everybody that we met was gracious and nice and seemed tuned to what was going on. I feel quite confident that it would be a place where my mother could be comfortable and would find a lot of the services that would be helpful for her to be safe in a friendly environment. The other thing is that, if memory care was not necessarily where my mother wanted to be, but assisted living, that seemed to be an open possibility. They seemed to have some fair flexibility. Another thing is that the staff that was doing the tour with us, ran the place, and she got into it because she had parents who had Alzheimer's that she was a personal caregiver for until they died. She went back to college to get a degree so that she could be helpful to people who were going through what she had gone through handling and dealing with parents with dementia. So I think it gave her a particular insight and competency for the position. I think that helps the entire ethos of the place."
$4,538
1440 40th Street, Emeryville, CA 94608
4.3
(3 reviews)
"We're considering it because it's a 10-minute walk from where we live. The overall experience with my tour was very good. We got a lot of information and we saw the facility. It was good. We saw several rooms. The place was clean, neat, and well-lit. It looked safe for the residents to be in. I would describe the staff as caring, thoughtful, and non-invasive."
$4,095
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11889 Skyline Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94619
4.7
(10 reviews)
"I went to Ivy Park at Oakland Hills. The woman was great. We toured and we had been there before because I live nearby, but it was like five or six, seven years ago, and now it's been re-purchased or they've remodeled some of the rooms. The tour was great. And. It's a very nice facility. The rooms are spacious and they have beautiful views either of the bay or of trees. It's very calming. The rooms are modern. They're nice. And I think my mom would have liked it if it offered better weather."
$4,695
1000 East 14th Street, San Leandro, CA 94577
4.1
(28 reviews)
"I toured Carlton Senior Living San Leandro. It was very good. The place was very small. I wasn't even thinking too much because they don't have any private rooms. My friend Orvis has to have a private room in memory care but they don't have any private rooms. Carlton San Leandro is a beautiful place. The staff was nice. Sheila was great and I met a couple of the other staff."
$3,995
345 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA 94577
4.0
(19 reviews)
"I was very pleased with Marymount Villa. The staff was wonderful. As soon as I walked into the door, there was somebody there who greeted me. When I went to each floor, there were members of the staff with the residents and they all greeted me. The room that I saw had 2 beds in there, and I was OK with that. The residents were doing activities while I was there, and some were dancing. Their dining room looked great."
$3,900
2000 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
The Ivy at Berkeley sets a new standard in luxury senior living, encouraging you to embrace an active, carefree lifestyle in a truly exceptional environment. Nestled in one of Berkeley's most picturesque locations, The Ivy offers stunning views and direct access to the natural beauty of the Bay Area. With a focus on enriching both body and soul, we provide a wide range of activities and outdoor spaces, along with comprehensive assisted living and memory care for those who need it. The Ivy team is dedicated to helping our residents live their best lives, offering an array of amenities, services, and wellness options designed to enhance comfort and elevate their experience. We invite you to visit and see for yourself! To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
$7,795
2100 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702
2.2
(4 reviews)
"We went to Elegance Berkeley. It was extremely modern. Everything was very clean. The people that we met were nice. The facility is fairly new, so everything looked very, very nice."
$5,500
326 Mission Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
4.2
(5 reviews)
"I would highly recommend living at Aldersly. The staff are all wonderfully dedicated & caring, they provide transportation & fun activities, the food is delicious, and the grounds are just gorgeous. If you are looking for a kind-hearted and professionally run complex, Aldersly is the one to choose!"
$8,626
2245 Sol Street, San Leandro, CA 94578
4.6
(3 reviews)
"I made the fateful decision to engage Heart And Soul Communities II in San Leandro as a hospice domicile for my spouse as they began their transition from hospital to end of life. After my interview, I believed that this was a vocation for the people involved, rather than their career. Afterwards, I was introduced to each of the residents. I could see how happy and well cared for each of them truly was. I rented a large and beautiful room with a view of the park across the street. I never saw such a commodious room offered anywhere else. My spouse’s hospice time at Heart And Soul Communities II was unexpectedly short. We left the hospital on February 11th, 2023, and my spouse passed away in their room at Heart And Soul on February 17th. During that time, my spouse required intensive, around the clock, hands on care, as they left the hospital with a major pressure wound. Staff was absolutely first rate in their expertise. They knew how to keep my spouse clean, and they were otherwise constantly attentive. Constantly. The staff isn’t just expert. They are compassionate and genuinely care about the people they serve. The proprietor is remarkably flexible and willing to help. For this reason alone, I highly recommend you enroll your loved one at a Heart And Soul Community (they are in Oakland as well as San Leandro). With all of the many things I was having to attend to during this turbulent time, including impending funeral arrangements and financial obligations, I never once had to worry about whether my spouse was being looked after, or whether they were receiving the utmost in quality care. The way the establishment is run, this is a given. It was a tremendous burden off my shoulders. The facility itself is a mid century mansion in the San Leandro foothills that has recently been renovated from top to bottom. There is a beautiful backyard, and it is across from park like land. The meals provided were all excellent, in keeping with the overall level of excellence. Heart And Soul Communities made an indelible mark on my life. I trust it to have the same affect upon yours. I also rejoice for the goodness that can still be found in this world, and, specifically, in Oakland and San Leandro at these facilities. Heart And Soul Communities serve a diverse clientele and is friendly to the LGBTQ community."
$5,000
1100 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA 94706
4.0
(8 reviews)
"We toured Belmont Village Albany. They had a lot of activities. We liked the programs that they had. We liked that they also had medical staff 24/7. Their place was very light and bright. They have multiple areas for eating and theyre very modern. We had cookies. They just came out for their afternoon snacks and they were really good chocolate cookies."
$7,350
1001 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
4.9
(12 reviews)
"Upside is that I'm eating healthy and downside is that I'm gaining weight because the food is so fabulous and beautifully served. My favorite dish is a full plate of anything the Chef serves. From their servers to their Director the service is impeccable. The food here makes everyone happy and everyone wants to be together at meals to socialize."
$9,400
624 Laguna Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
4.3
(11 reviews)
"I toured The Village at Hayes Valley. I liked it very much, and I liked the man who gave me the tour. One of the rooms was very small and dark, and had a window that looked out at nothing. But all the rooms looked clean and adequate. The living atmosphere and the dining area were very pleasant. I was just thoroughly impressed with this place."
$4,200
1550 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
4.6
(6 reviews)
"My friend will be moving into Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill. It's amazing. It's beautiful. It's perfect. Everything is lovely. He loves it."
$7,395
399 Buena Vista Ave E, San Francisco, CA 94117
4.3
(3 reviews)
"My great uncle resides here and I highly recommend it. The Staff is kind and responsive and have made the difficult transition very easy for my uncle. He has been there 7 months now and I visit him at least once a week and he is doing very good. He is very comfortable and has made many friends. I am very happy we made the decision to go. "
$7,600
2750 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I liked that it had really beautiful gardens that the people and visitors could walk. Their gardens were inside so nobody from the outside could be part of it. It's a very nice size outdoor garden and there's plenty of room for people to walk or just sit and meditate. It was more of an intimate facility. It's a smaller space. The dining area was fine, but I think they use the dining area for both activities and dining and then there's a small living room. So, they're limited in space. The person who helped me with the tour was very nice. Just that I wasn't too thrilled about the location."
$5,795
1200 Russell Way, Hayward, CA 94541
4.5
(5 reviews)
"The Room was just right for a single person. It was Easter Sunday and my sister had an amazing brunch with Champagne. She had just moved into her unit on Saturday, March 31, 2024."
$4,500
Memory Care
Lenice
4.0
Review of Oakmont of Mariner Point
Oakmont of Mariner Point is nice. It's really way back in the distance, so you get kind of confused on where it is, but the facility looked nice. The rooms were a nice size. They have nice...
Provider response
Hi Lenice, our team strives to deliver an excellent experience, and are glad you found this to be the case during your visit. If you have further needs or questions, please reach out! We look...
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Linda
1.0
Review of Oakmont of Mariner Point
My mom was in Oakmont of Mariner Point. I don't think they were caring enough to even accommodate my mother. They didn't have the compassion to help her. In the beginning, when we got her in the...
Memory Care
Joan113553950
5.0
Review of Elders Inn
Elders Inn was very nice. We enjoyed being able to sit out in the gardens. I found the staff very friendly and very welcoming. I spent a lot of time visiting with my sister at the facility. We also...
In Alameda, seniors pay about $7,899 per month for memory care, surpassing California’s average rate of $6,563, as well as the national norm of $5,625. Most cities in Central California have comparatively budget-friendly care, including Santa Cruz, where monthly fees are below Alameda’s average at $6,938, and Modesto, where seniors pay $5,000. However, Alameda serves as a cost-effective alternative to Santa Rosa, where facilities charge $8,810.
Alameda
$7,899
California
$6,563
United States
$5,625
Santa Rosa
$8,810
Modesto
$5,000
Santa Cruz
$6,938
Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we've estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth's 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
Memory care communities in Alameda charge roughly $7,899 per month for specialized care.
In Alameda, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies and how to apply, visit our Memory Care in California page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in California page.
Memory care facilities in Alameda charge around $7,889 per month for residential services, which is hundreds or thousands of dollars more than what seniors pay for care in other settings. For example, home health care agencies charge lower rates of $7,150 for skilled nursing services in the individual’s home, and seniors who only need personal care and companionship at home pay $6,864 for in-home care. Similarly, assisted living facilities charge $6,319 for residential services without dementia support. Seniors who attend adult day health care facilities pay $1,950 for daily assistance with personal care, skilled nursing and meals in a community setting. Only nursing home care, which features intensive skilled nursing services in a hospital-like environment, is costlier than memory care at $11,566.
Memory Care
$7,899
In-Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$7,150
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$6,319
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,566
Note: Data for Alameda was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.
Alameda and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in Alameda, please visit our Memory Care in California page.
Memory care facilities in Alameda and the rest of California obtain licensing and regulation through the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. This division requires facilities to follow standard rules for care planning, building features and nutrition services. The department also operates a complaint hotline that fields calls related to substandard care and conditions.
Alameda Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in California page for more information about these laws.
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