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Oakland Heights Senior Living
2361 E 29th St, Oakland, CA 94606
4.1
(71 reviews)
"Oakland Heights Memory Care was OK. Their accommodations and activities were very good. The staff is very accommodating and very nice. "
$3,500
Memory Care Communities in Oakland, CA
Our memory care directory in Oakland, California includes 105 communities with ...
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Ivy Park at Lake Merritt
468 Perkins St, Oakland, CA 94610
Ivy Park at Lake Merritt is a memory care community located at 468 Perkins St, Oakland, CA 94610, offering specialized support for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia in a comfortable, thoughtfully designed environment. The community features secure accommodations with private and companion suites, inviting common areas, and landscaped outdoor spaces that encourage safe movement and social engagement while promoting familiarity and ease of navigation. Residents benefit from a comprehensive array of amenities and services tailored to cognitive wellness, including personalized care plans, assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, housekeeping, and restaurant-style dining with nutritious meals. Structured daily programming focuses on enrichment, connection, and purpose through activities such as music, fitness, creative arts, and social events, all supported by trained team members available 24/7. The community emphasizes a person-centered approach designed to enhance dignity, comfort, and quality of life. Situated near the scenic Lake Merritt area, the community provides convenient access to local parks, walking paths, shopping destinations, medical centers, and dining options, allowing residents and visiting families to enjoy the vibrant surroundings of Oakland. This desirable location blends urban accessibility with natural beauty, creating a welcoming setting for supportive memory care living. To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
$4,695
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Oakmont of Mariner Point
2400 Mariner Square Drive, Alameda, CA 94501
3.6
(21 reviews)
"This place is a relatively new. I think they opened in May. The reason that my son chose this place for their dad is because they found that the food and cooking was indeed very good. They advertise as gourmet cooking. They like to go there and eat with their dad. So they find that satisfactory. The living quarters for assisted care are reasonably spacious. It has a sleeping area and a living activity area, plus a bathroom that will accommodate wheelchair although he doesn’t need that right now. The whole place is very pleasant but relatively small facility. It’s located on a pier within sight of sailboats and water. It’s conveniently located off the freeway and yet it’s not in a busy freeway environment. It is a little bit inconvenient to get there because you have to go through these tunnels to get to Alameda from Oakland. Otherwise, I have found the place quite pleasant and service adequate. "
$7,695
The Point at Rockridge
4500 Gilbert Street, Oakland, CA 94611
4.3
(26 reviews)
"The environment at the Point is very nice, like a nice hotel. Rooms are pleasant and all have a balcony. The food is just OK, frequently overcooked, under seasoned, altho' the menus are impressive. Caregivers are good for the most part. Too much miscommunication among staff, not always informed, ask 3 people, get 3 different answers. Big promises made, not always kept, mgmt is very good at marketing and PR, but not always readily responsive to family concerns. Lots of activities, great gym, exercise class daily M-F. "
$6,410
Elders Inn
1721 Webster Street, Alameda, CA 94501
4.4
(10 reviews)
"We chose Elders Inn Alameda for my father-in-law because they were capable of taking care of people in wheelchairs. It's very nice and clean. It's got 5 different courtyards, and you would not know it from the outside because it looks like a tiny little facility, but it goes on very deep. They have very simple activities like Bingo, music, and physical therapy. They have a much simpler lifestyle. "
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1440 By The Bay
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."
$7,100
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Ivy Park at Oakland Hills
11889 Skyline Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94619
4.7
(10 reviews)
"It was very nice. The room seemed very nice but small compared to my parents' place where there are 300 residents. This one had about 100 people living there, so that was nice. I would suggest more outdoor space for the residents. "
$5,895
The Ivy Berkeley
2000 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The staff at The Ivy Berkeley was nice and professional. The rooms were very clean. The place was very new. I didn't have any issues with that. The patio looked nice and clean. They have rooftop access. We just quickly passed through the dining area because my mom was getting kind of tired, and it was a nice size. They had just finished with their lunch menu, and so the place wasn't clean, but the staff was working on it. There was a gate in the underground parking."
$7,795
Carlton Senior Living San Leandro
1000 East 14th Street, San Leandro, CA 94577
4.1
(28 reviews)
"Carlton Senior Living San Leandro is a nice place, centrally located, and seems like a good fit. We've seen some of the studio rooms and some of them were kind of small. They have one-bedrooms also, but I don't think there were many of them. They were accommodating and provide three meals a day. You could go down any time to get something to eat if you want to. They have activities, movies, and things like that. It is a pretty nice environment. "
$7,995
Belmont Village Albany
1100 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA 94706
4.0
(9 reviews)
"Belmont Village Albany was great and looked like a five-star hotel. The dining area was very nice. The person during the tour was very helpful. They had activities all day long. They could go to different areas, and if somebody wanted to come down, they had dining that they could do with family. The facility was very clean, very bright, and very open."
$10,290
Marymount Villa
345 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA 94577
4.0
(19 reviews)
"What I like about Marymount Villa is that it's close to many things. It's close to the bus station so I can get around in the area here, the shops that I can go to, and the restaurants. The staff does a good job in taking care of me as well as people with disabilities. The room that I have is a fairly good size. I have my bed and my TV. Their dining room is nice with murals on the wall, but it would be nicer if they have a chef although the food is pretty good. They have some activities as well. The bad thing about it is that I am mentally competent, and most people that are going to assisted living don’t communicate so there is nobody to talk to. They can improve on answering the call button more efficiently. "
$6,500
Heart and Soul Communities II
2245 Sol Street, San Leandro, CA 94578
4.5
(4 reviews)
"Heart & Soul looked more like a home than a hospital, and made it easier to transition my grandmother there. The prices were very reasonable, the other patients that were there were similar in culture to my grandmother, and so it worked out. She is in a shared room, which is spacious and lovely. The private rooms were beautiful, but cost too much. The person that runs the program is amazing, the staff is amazing and take really good care of her. They have a garden, and people come in to do the residents’ hair and nails. I did see the food, it definitely was what I’m used to eating. My grandmother’s complaint was it wasn’t hot enough for her, so they have to reheat it. "
$7,000
Aldersly
326 Mission Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
4.3
(6 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!"
$10,058
Coterie Cathedral Hill
1001 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
4.9
(12 reviews)
"Coterie Cathedral Hill was a beautiful facility. The people were very nice. The food was excellent. Everything was nice there, but it was just too expensive. The lady who gave me the tour was very nice. The whole place was immaculate. It was a brand-new facility. They had tons of activities going on. They had a theater and a heated pool. They had all kinds of amenities. There was valet parking."
$16,195
Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill
1550 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
4.6
(6 reviews)
"We found it and things are going well so far. I picked it because they seemed to have nice rooms, lots of activities, and good care. The food looks good too. "
$7,495
Buena Vista Manor House
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
Sagebrook Senior Living
2750 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Sagebrook Senior Living is beautiful. I love it. It's just a bit too steep. They want $6,800 without the care, and that's kind of a bit too much for our income. The community is great. The view was fantastic. The accommodations were great. The staff was very nice and very helpful. The dining area was lovely. It had a piano and everything. It was really nice. I have nothing bad to say about it. We had lunch, and it was good. It looked like their families were there, so they were chatting and associating with their families, and then they went outside. It is old, and they're still doing construction."
$6,295
Ivy Park at Hayward
1200 Russell Way, Hayward, CA 94541
4.7
(7 reviews)
"So far, my mom is really happy here. Everything is great. They're very friendly, cooperative, sweet, nice, and very helpful. It's like living in a nice hotel. It is nice and clean. The size of her room is just perfect. We had dinner last night and it was delicious. Everything was really good."
$3,995
Bellara Senior Living
22400 Second St., Hayward, CA 94541
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured Bellara Senior Living. It was nice, very fancy. An experience that you want for anyone senior and transitioning into their later years. They have on-call nurses, and they have everything that you need there, you don't have to go out and get it, very much assisted. Everything is there all at once. You don't have to go anywhere. The staff was nice. They were very welcoming. They just wanted to get to know me and my family and make sure that if we were choosing that place, it would be the right place for us. It's a very new building. They had a bar. They had a bunch of seating areas. They had fancy bathrooms. They had a workout area. They had a whole courtyard where you could sit and talk and grill food. They had a beautiful kitchen that was restaurant-style."
$4,350
CARING STARS WINNER
The Kensington
1580 Geary Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
4.6
(19 reviews)
"My mother was at The Kensington. The room was very sufficient for her needs. It was well-kept and well-prepared. She got a one-bedroom apartment. They had three meals a day. They had a lot of things to do. They had a music room, a library, and movies. They had pretty much everything anybody would look for. The place was very nice."
$5,900
Reviews of Communities Nearby
Memory Care
Demetrius
3.0
Review of The Point at Rockridge
We visited the assisted living at The Point at Rockridge, and then we went over to the member care side. The rooms are nice. They demonstrated they care for those who have memory care issues. The...
Memory Care
Jochw
2.0
Review of The Point at Rockridge
The caregivers and the support staff at the Point are wonderful; they are the heartbeat of the place. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for the administration, or the corporation that runs the...
Memory Care
Joanne
5.0
Review of Oakland Heights Senior Living
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,...
Provider response
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad you enjoyed the tour and the beautiful garden area. It’s wonderful to hear that the Thanksgiving family lunch was a hit and that the staff made you...
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The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities
California memory care can be costly. Oakland has some of the state’s highest care rates at $7,854 per month. To the south, memory care in San Jose and Los Angeles is $7,500 and $6,563, respectively. In nearby Sacramento, costs are a little lower at $6,531 per month. In Modesto to the west, prices are lower still at $5,000 per month.
Oakland
$7,854
California
$6,563
The United States
$5,625
San Jose
$7,500
Sacramento
$6,531
Modesto
$5,000
Los Angeles
$6,563
Paying for Memory Care in Oakland
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 in Oakland costs an average of $7,854 per month. This is higher than the California average of $6,563 monthly and much higher than the national average of $5,625.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Oakland
In Sacramento, 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, Memory Care in California page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in California page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Memory care can be complex as seniors with cognitive disorders have special requirements. Of the different types of senior care, only nursing home care is more expensive at $11,566 per month for a semiprivate room. Non-medical in-home care averages $6,864 a month. Home health care requires care providers with professional training for medical interventions and costs $7,150. Assisted living care in a community setting costs $6,319 monthly in Oakland. The least expensive form of senior care, adult day care, costs $1,950 per month.
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 Oakland was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.
Free Memory Care Resources in Oakland
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer's Services of the East Bay | (510) 644-8292 | Located just to the north in Berkeley, ASEB provides a range of services to Bay Area residents experiencing cognitive disorders. Programs include early stage workshops, adult day care and support for caregivers. The organization also hosts an extensive online library of educational videos. |
| Alzheimer's Association (AA) Northern California | (800)272-3900 | Providing advocacy and support to Oakland residents with cognitive disorders, their families and caregivers, AA's regional chapter offers in-person and online tools for many aspects of living with Alzheimer's and dementia. AA's 24/7 Helpline's trained professionals who can provide guidance and referrals, and ALZConnect is an online forum for sharing information and support. |
| City of Oakland Aging and Adult Services | (510) 238-3121 | Oakland's Office of Aging and Adult Services maintains a portal for senior services ranging from education to transportation options to links to neighborhood senior centers around the city. |
| Alameda County Aging Services Directory | Online | Alameda County maintains a downloadable PDF packed with information and service listings of interest to seniors in the Oakland area and across the county, including those requiring memory care programs. |
| Memory Café at The Point | (510)658-9266 | Hosted by care communities, The Point at Rockridge Generations Memory Care Program and Senior Helpers in Alameda County, this monthly Memory Café is open to Oakland seniors experiencing cognitive disorders. |
What to Consider About Memory Care in Oakland
The California Department of Social Services’ Senior Care Licensing Program licenses and monitors residential and continuing care facilities for the elderly, including memory care facilities. It conducts regular inspections to ensure facilities uphold standards around care, food services and other aspects of congregate living to keep seniors with cognitive disorders safe, healthy and comfortable.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Oakland
- California has some of the best health care facilities in the world, and many are in or close to the Oakland area. Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center and the Alta Bates Summit Medical Center regularly appear on Healthgrades’ Top 100 hospital lists. Not far away in Sacramento, the UC Davis Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center offers early-stage screening and also presents satellite events and programs at the North Oakland Senior Center. Across the Bay, the University of California San Francisco’s Center for Geriatric Care is a leader in elder care practices.
- California living doesn’t come cheap, and Oakland’s cost of living is almost double the U.S. average. For seniors requiring memory care, monthly average care costs of $7,854 reflect this lack of affordability, higher than in many other California communities and much higher than the national average of $5,625 per month.
- Oakland became a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities in 2018. The Network is an initiative that recruits cities and communities to improve livability for seniors through better design, services and outreach. In the case of Oakland, the city focuses on health and community services, housing and outdoor spaces.
- California weather is famous for its abundance of warm, sunny days. But during the summer months, when the rest of the state is baking, Oakland remains temperate and comfortable. In the winter, snow is rare, and temperatures usually stay well above 45 degrees Fahrenheit. On the downside, like much of California, Oakland suffers from poor air quality, especially during wildfire events.
- Although California does not tax Social Security income, it taxes public and private pensions and retirement fund withdrawals. Because sales and income taxes are higher in Oakland than the national average, the community is not tax-friendly for seniors or retirees. California does have a Senior Citizen Property Tax Relief program for some seniors who qualify.
- For all the beauty of its location and many amenities, Oakland has a serious crime problem. The area has some of the highest numbers in the country when it comes to violent, property and motor theft crimes.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Oakland
Oakland 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.
