6 Memory Care Facilities near Petaluma, CA
There are 6 Memory Care Facilities in the Petaluma area, with 2 in Petaluma and 4 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Petaluma is $4,900 per month. This is higher than the national median of $4,790. Cheaper nearby regions include Kenwood with an average starting cost of $3,500.
To help you with your search, browse the 7 reviews below for memory care facilities in Petaluma. On average, consumers rate memory care in Petaluma 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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2 Memory Care Facilities in Petaluma, CA
Sunrise of Petaluma
MuirWoods Memory Care
4 Memory Care Facilities near Petaluma, CA
Atria Tamalpais Creek
Sunrise Villa Sonoma
The Hill House
Clearwater at Sonoma Hills
What to Consider About Memory Care in Petaluma
Known for its picturesque harbors and scenic views, Petaluma is a small city located in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay area. More than 15 percent of the city's 60,870 residents are over 65 years of age, some of whom require specialized care for Alzheimer's Disease or other forms of dementia. Seniors with dementia and their loved ones can choose from six residential memory care facilities in the Petaluma area, two of which are in the city and another four that are located nearby in places such as Sonoma and Kenwood.
Many of California's memory care facilities share a community with assisted living facilities, as regulations are similar for both levels of care. Throughout the state, communities that provide memory care or assisted living services to the elderly are known as residential care facilities.
- The air quality in the Petaluma area is among the very best in California, according to the American Lung Association. Seniors who have respiratory illnesses or other breathing problems can live comfortably in the area without concern that the air they breathe will affect their condition.
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Crime rates in Petaluma are below state averages. Only 18.92 property crimes and 3.3 violent crimes occur per 1,000 residents each year. By comparison, the state averages a total of 25.53 property crimes and 4.45 violent crimes per 1,000 residents. Seniors and their loved ones can feel safer living in Petaluma than many comparable cities in the state.
- The Petaluma area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those that specialize in brain health and dementia disorders such as St. Joseph's Health, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Petaluma's cost of living is more than 90 percent higher than the national average. Seniors with limited income and savings may wish to consider a less expensive part of the state when looking for a memory care facility.
Paying for Memory Care in Petaluma
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in California
Memory Care costs in Petaluma start around $4,900 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $4,897 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Petaluma and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Petaluma
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our 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.
Free Memory Care Resources in Petaluma
Petaluma 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 Petaluma, please visit our Memory Care in California page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Petaluma
Petaluma-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in California page for more information about these laws.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Petaluma
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Review of MuirWoods Memory Care
MuirWoods Memory Care struck me as being the most family-oriented, warm, and friendly environment I stepped into. There's a group of men who loves to work in the garden. The sales director would gr... Read more
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Review of MuirWoods Memory Care
He's staying at Adobe House Memory Care Community, and it has been wonderful. It's for memory care, only so it's restrictive in that sense. It's relatively small, and it's very nice. They've been w... Read more
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Review of MuirWoods Memory Care
My overall impression of Adobe House is very good, so far. I went to take a walk around and meet some people, so it was really nice. There was a gym, but I didn’t see a pool. There were quite a few... Read more
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