Memory Care Communities in Sonoma, CA

"I toured Windsong of Sonoma. It was very nicely appointed. It was newly upgraded and it seemed like a very nice community. The people that I saw there were friendly. The rooms are quite spacious. They were newly painted and newly carpeted, and they looked very clean and nice, and very comfortable. During the tour, the staff were very nice and personable. The manager that we spoke to was very knowledgeable and had some good suggestions, and it seemed like the few that we were introduced to knew what they were doing. I liked the fact that they were all in the same type of uniforms and that sort of thing. It was very good."

"I toured the Nazareth Rose Garden of Napa for my mom. We chose it because it's close to home. She's closer to her family. The director is a caring person. I liked the facility, it was intimate. It's not a really big facility. Something that my mom can grow older in. Their dining room is exceptional, the food preparation is exceptional, and the quality of food is exceptional."

"I liked Clearwater at Sonoma Hills. It was lovely, clean, brand new, and well-appointed. It seemed to be well-staffed and very secure. I couldn't have been more impressed. Holly was the gal who helped me, and she was delightful, very informative, and gave me great information on things surrounding dementia and Alzheimer's. They had something for everyone, like a beauty salon, classrooms, game rooms, several restaurants, a movie room, and a workout room. One of the restaurants was open at any time. If a resident slept late or got hungry during the day, the food was available 24/7, which I thought was lovely."

"I toured Atria Tamalpais Creek. I thought it was the best fit considering the activities and homey feel. It seemed like it was the best fit for my mother's personality. Her room is a typical studio with a small kitchenette. It has a high ceiling, a balcony with a view and trees, and a parking lot. The staff has been very friendly and helpful. We had lunch there. My mom was happy with that, it was not too fussy, and it's appropriate for where she's at right now."

"I went to see Oakmont of Novato. It was very nice, very modern, very clean and very new. I didn't get to interact with the staff, just with the director who took me on tour and she was very nice. The room I saw was very nice. I saw that the residents had just played a particular game but I wasn't there long enough to see any of the activities. I went to their memory care portion so the amenities are a little bit more limited. I didn't see the assisted living part of it, which I believe has all of those things. They have a patio area for the memory care people but I think they have a larger area for assisted living. I liked the director who toured me. She seemed to be very knowledgeable and very caring. I also saw the guest menu and it seemed fine. "

"I’m really looking forward to my Dad staying at Ivy Park. It was such a pleasure working with Honey, too. She is knowledgeable, caring, accommodating, and even went the extra mile in getting paperwork handled for my Mom. Healthcare challenges can be daunting, but I am grateful to have had Honey in our corner. She was a huge help and I have total confidence that my Dad will be happy here. Thank you!"

"My visit to Vista Prado was very good. The facility was clean and it had friendly staff. I liked that the residents were active during the day. They had activities going through the day and they were in a big common area to do those activities. They had wide hallways. The thing that stood out to me was that they try to keep the residents active and not just sitting in their rooms. The rooms were of ample size and very clean. The facility was nice. It had an outdoor area and a deck area, which was very nice. They had physical activities and creative activities. They also had music and arts."

"The Bluffs at Hamilton Hill seemed a little bigger, which was good. I liked that. The location is very nice. It's an extension of where the old hospital was and the building itself, the structure, is very nice and very, very well located. It's essentially almost across the street from where we live. They had a snack bar and there was a kind of a little cafe, not a big restaurant, with few tables and a coffee bar. I went into a couple of different rooms that were slightly different sizes, but they seemed to be a little larger and a little more homelike rather than a studio or hotel. Jeanette was excellent."

"I liked the location of Brookdale Chanate. I liked the staff. The people were very, very professional, kind, and compassionate. I was very, very impressed. The facilities were clean, and it was very quiet. At first, I was going to pick Brookdale Chanate because of the location, but I decided to go with the other place because it had more lighting and it was brighter. Brookdale Chanate is in amongst the redwoods, so it's darker, and the view out of the room was just a big redwood tree, but it was nice. I was impressed with the size and layout of the rooms, even the shared rooms. They were good-sized rooms."

"My dad liked Brookdale Paulin Creek a lot. The staff and the residents were all very friendly and welcoming. The tour was nice. The lady, Miro, was very, very kind, very thorough, and answered all of the questions. My parents were able to sit down and sample a meal and they were both very happy with the meal and the selection of food available. I, and the health aide that was with us, ate as well and everybody loved the food. The rooms were pretty large."

"I'm very familiar with Brighton Gardens, which recently changed owners (it's now run by Emeritus). It's an excellent facility with three levels of care: skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory. It's located in central Santa Rosa, up on a hill with a beautiful view. Even the skilled nursing part of the facility"”the part I mostly see"”doesn't look institutional. It's homey and nice. The rooms come in a range of sizes (some singles, some doubles) and are light-filled and feel warm and inviting. The staff is great. They're loving and sweet--genuinely attached to the residents. And the new owners seem to have the same good standards of care. The food is good, too. The memory unit is especially good, with one of the best activity programs I've seen. It's one of Brighton Gardens' best selling points. They have a full program of activities and the residents also have the option of going on an outing in a bus. There's always music there. And all the staff members are engaging and loving. End of life care is very good"”so loving. They step up and really care for them through the whole process. The only downside is the cost. If one can afford it, it's a good choice."

"While we were there on the tour, Hannah knew every resident we walked by, and she took the time to help them out while she was touring us around. She just had a lot of compassion. They gave us a couple of cannoli, and they were pretty good. They offered all kinds of activities throughout the day for the folks there. They have a salon, a movie theater, and an ice cream bar."

"My husband has moved into Villa Capri. The atmosphere is very quiet, calm, and clean. There's a lot of staff for the residents. I like the location. It just seemed very organized and the people love working there. They have been so helpful because there were times when I didn't know what to do. They were professional, kind, and caring. The food is very good. It's laid out well. He's on the first floor. It has a nice atmosphere. They told me they have all kinds of activities. They were doing bingo. They had a guy come in to talk about hot air balloons. They do TV aerobics. The size of the room is pretty good."

The Vineyard at Fountaingrove is a welcoming senior living community located at 200 Fountaingrove Parkway in Santa Rosa, California. Specializing in memory care, this thoughtfully designed community supports up to 64 residents in a warm, secure environment. The Vineyard offers spacious private suites ranging from 412 to 603 square feet, each tailored for comfort and accessibility. Nestled in the heart of Sonoma County, the community combines tranquil surroundings with convenient access to nearby medical centers and attractions. Residents enjoy an enriching lifestyle supported by an array of amenities, including a beauty salon and barbershop, serene garden courtyards, a relaxing spa, and inviting common areas like a library and coffee shop. Housekeeping, laundry services, and transportation are provided, allowing residents to focus on what matters most. The community offers engaging daily activities such as music sessions, art and gardening classes, yoga-inspired movement, and group games, along with off-site excursions that keep life vibrant and fulfilling. Mealtime is a social occasion, with shared dining, room service options, guest-friendly meals, and accommodations for special diets including diabetic, kosher, and vegetarian preferences. What truly distinguishes The Vineyard is its Montessori-based Pathways Program, which promotes independence, purpose, and dignity for those living with memory loss. The dedicated team includes specially trained memory care professionals and licensed nursing staff who ensure residents’ safety and well-being around the clock. A secured environment with gated access provides peace of mind for families. Located near local cafes, parks, and the scenic wine country, The Vineyard at Fountaingrove offers both comfort and connection in a beautiful Northern California setting. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search