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Memory Care Communities in Salinas, California

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Salinas, CA below include 14 memory care communities with 205 reviews. On average in Salinas, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Seniors in Salinas pay $7,500 per month for memory care services, which is about $1,000 higher than the California norm of $6,563 and nearly $2,000 over the national average of $5,625. Rates are typically more affordable in surrounding cities, including San Luis Obispo, where facilities charge an estimated $6,625. In Hanford, rates are over $2,000 less than in Salinas at $5,438. Monthly care costs in Fresno and Visalia are even lower at $4,875 and $4,313, respectively.

Salinas

$7,500

California

$6,563

United States

$5,625

Fresno

$4,875

San Luis Obispo

$6,625

Visalia

$4,313

Hanford

$5,438

Paying for Memory Care in Salinas

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.

In Salinas, memory care communities charge $7,500 per month for housing and services.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Salinas

In Salinas 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.

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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 is one of the most expensive long-term care options within Salinas at $7,500 per month, but rates are over $2,000 less than the cost of nursing home care, which comes in at $9,733 for shared rooms. Seniors who live in their own homes pay $6,673 for nonmedical in-home care and skilled home health care, for a potential monthly savings of about $800. Those who live in assisted living facilities pay monthly rates of $6,000, $1,500 less than seniors in memory care facilities.

Memory Care

$7,500

In-Home Care

$6,673

Home Health Care

$6,673

Assisted Living Facility

$6,000

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,733

Free Memory Care Resources in Salinas

Seniors and families in Salinas have access to a broad range of resources, including the Alzheimer’s Association and the Area Agency on Aging, helping them navigate the system and make important long-term care decisions. Through the following resources, individuals can find ways to pay for senior care and connect with local resources that help them identify dementia management options.

ResourceContactService
Alzheimer’s Association Northern California and Northern Nevada Chapter(831) 647-9890The local chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association has masters-level clinicians and field experts who provide over-the-phone dementia-specific information and emotional support through the free helpline, which individuals can reach at (800) 272-3900. The organization also oversees support groups and plans in-person and virtual early-stage engagement programs.
Alliance on Aging(831) 655-1334The Alliance on Aging is a regional nonprofit organization that provides free health insurance options counseling for seniors, which may help families find ways to save money on medical expenses and afford long-term care. It also serves as the long-term care ombudsman for the region.
Monterey County Aging and Adult Services(831) 755-4466The county’s Aging and Adult Services Division is the designated Area Agency on Aging for the Salinas region. It has long-term care options counselors and benefits specialists who provide one-on-one counseling for seniors and families, helping them make informed decisions regarding residential dementia care.
Legal Services for Seniors(831) 899-0492Legal Services for Seniors provides free civil legal assistance to those aged 60 and over. The office specializes in navigating dementia-related issues such as assigning conservatorship, resolving consumer debt issues and using assets to pay for long-term care. It has specialists who screen for eligibility for federal, state and veterans’ benefits.
ADRC of Monterey County(831) 883-7565The county’s ADRC provides a streamlined approach for accessing state and federal assistance programs and community-based services relevant to those living with dementia. Through this agency, seniors and families get help with finding transportation services, nutrition counseling and long-term care options counseling.

What to Consider About Memory Care in Salinas

Dementia care facilities in Salinas are licensed and regulated by the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. This agency publishes public information and policies relevant to residential memory care and links individuals to the state’s long-term care ombudsman program. It also investigates reports of abuse or neglect.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Salinas

  • While the cost of living in Salinas is about 40% higher than the typical U.S. city, it’s about 10 percentage points lower than the California norm. Memory care facilities in this city may offer private and semiprivate housing options, letting seniors and families select the option that best fits their budgets.
  • California has some of the highest income tax rates in the country, which may affect how much money seniors and families can put toward memory care expenses. Most types of retirement income, including pensions and withdrawals from retirement accounts, are fully taxed, but Social Security benefits are exempt.
  • Thanks to Salinas’ low ozone pollution levels, the city ranks among the cleanest metropolitan regions in the nation. Out of over 200 metro areas, the city ranks 14th for 24-hour particle pollution and 154 for annual particle pollution levels. Many memory care facilities have air filtration systems to keep vulnerable residents healthy.
  • On a 100-point crime index, Salinas scores 37.7 for violent crime and 44.6 for property-related crimes. Each category is about 10 points higher than national norms, indicating that crime is slightly more prevalent here than in a typical U.S. city. Memory care facilities in the city keep vulnerable seniors safe through escorted transportation services and features such as surveillance cameras and high-security locks.
  • Monterey-Salinas Transit has a taxi voucher program, which can help supplement paid transportation services seniors have access to through their memory care facilities. This program is open to those aged 65 and over, and ADA accommodations are available.
  • Salinas has very mild weather, with daytime temperatures ranging from 60 to 70 degrees year-round. The city gets no snow and about 15 inches of annual rainfall. This offers a therapeutic environment for older adults who enjoy spending time outdoors.
  • Two high-performing hospitals, including Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital and Natividad Medical Center, are located in Salinas, offering specialized care for seniors with memory-related disorders. Health care costs trend about 5% below national norms, which may benefit seniors and families considering long-term care in this city.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Salinas

Salinas 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.

Laws and Regulations for memory care in California

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Raye 8

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Ivy Park at Salinas

My husband moved to Ivy Park at Salinas. The aides are all very caring and wonderful. I like them all very, very much. I wish they would integrate assisted living with memory care to have a better...

Provider response

Hi Raye 8, we really appreciate your positive review! Thank you!

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Raye 8

I visited this facility

Review of Vista Harden Ranch

We toured Vista Harden Ranch which I love, and may transfer my husband there. There's not a whole lot of difference in fee. I just got a much better feeling of a high overhead mounted shower. Vista...

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Memory Care

Sebastian

I visited this facility

Review of Vista Harden Ranch

I didn't get a good feeling about Vista Harden Ranch. It's a little too far from my home in Monterey. It's about a half hour or 40 minutes away, so that made it a little bit difficult. They gave me...

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