Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in San Mateo County, CA below include 119 memory care communities with 1200... To support you in your search, our Family Advisors are standing by to provide you with a free, no-obligation care and budget consultation. reviews. On average in San Mateo County, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
119 Results
1975 Tice Valley Boulevard, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
3.7
(7 reviews)
"My wife is now at Manorcare at Tice Valley. Sometimes the staff members get stretched a little thin but for the most part, it is a 5-star place. The place is very clean. The staff members are very nice. They have been trained to smile at everybody. I..."
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1025 Carson Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
3.7
(6 reviews)
"We have my mom at Sunnyside Gardens. It's been great. Every Tuesday and Thursday, John comes and plays and they call it a dance party. People are in wheelchairs, but he dances with them. They play trivia and do exercises every morning, which my mom p..."
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899 E Charleston Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303
3.5
(4 reviews)
"I visited this facility and was wowed by the high quality of the apartments and facilities - absolutely beautiful! The apartments have high ceilings and granite countertops, they look like high-end condos. The dining room is bright and everything i..."
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950 Country Club Drive, Moraga, CA 94556
3.0
(8 reviews)
"Great facility. Wonderful staff. If your loved one has dementia or Alzheimer’s, I would highly recommend you ask to speak with others residents’ family members RE: potential cost increases before signing the contract. They can be significant after mo..."
READ MORE1901 3rd Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606
2.5
(2 reviews)
"My mother stayed in Lakeshore Residential Care for 2 weeks. It was a great facility, but it was out of our price range. Her room was way expensive and was much nicer. She had her own private room and her own private bathroom. There is lots of staff a..."
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27402 Manon Avenue, Hayward, CA 94544
2.3
(3 reviews)
"Diana's care home is a great facility for elderly people all the staff are professional and so kind, ..."
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1949 GRANT ROAD, Mountain View, CA 94040
2.3
(6 reviews)
"My mother went to Grant Cuesta Sub-Acute and Rehabilitation Center after the hospital. It's literally a rehab facility. The staff is wonderful, they're great people, and they seemed really interested in caring for the patients...."
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P O Box # 754, Union City, CA 94587
"Located 40 miles east of San Francisco, atop 267 acres of scenic property, the Masonic Home at Union City offers panoramic views and a moder..."
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2716 Meadowlark Dr, Union City, CA 94587
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MORE423 McLaughlin St, Richmond, CA 94805
"Grace Homes lies in historic Richmond, California, a city 16 miles northeast of San Francisco. The facility's proximity to Interstate 80 pro..."
READ MORE2043 19th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116
"At Kindred, we provide care in settings from hospitals to even your own home. All so you get the right care, at the right place, at the righ..."
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22424 Charlene Way, Castro Valley, CA 94546
"Willow Creek is good, but quite expensive. The amenities and activities are very good. The staff members are very good too...."
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3121 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, CA 94602
"Honoring elders as wisdom keepers and social contributors sets the stage to look at elders in terms of all they offer to those younger in ye..."
READ MORE2420 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
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262 Lakemuir Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94089
"We are committed to providing residents with the finest in daily living and personal care to enjoy the highest quality of life in a home-lik..."
READ MORE1055 Ina Dr, Alamo, CA 94507
"Resting in the shadow of Mount Diablo, Casa Blanca Retirement Home offers senior living in a homelike single-family residence in the hill co..."
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5195 Proctor Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546
"Nestled in the populous unincorporated area of Alameda County, Castro Valley Senior Care is located in Castro Valley, CA. Seniors enjoy conv..."
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2350 Calle De Luna, Santa Clara, CA, 95054, Santa Clara, CA 95054
"Coterie offers a sophisticated approach to senior living. We invite you to explore our spacious private residences, exquisitely designed ame..."
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2752 Mohawk Circle, San Ramon, CA 94583
"WELCOME TO SPRINGTIME RESIDENCE: We are like your extended family here to help take care of your loved ones. We have attentive and loving s..."
READ MOREAs of July 2017, an estimated 771,410 people were living in San Mateo County. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, around 15.8 percent of them were 65 years of age or older. The percentage of these seniors with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia was 8.3 percent.
For seniors with dementia and their families who are considering memory care for the next step in their journey, help is close at hand. The San Mateo County area has nearly 20 memory care facilities ready to welcome new residents. Licensed as Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs), these facilities must comply with specialized requirements beyond those of other RCFEs that only offer assisted living services. For example, memory care staff must receive additional training and the facility must be more secure.
Memory Care costs in San Mateo County start around $7,742 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in San Mateo County 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.
San Francisco County
$7,964
San Mateo County
$7,742
Santa Clara County
$7,697
Marin County
$7,565
Alameda County
$7,021
Santa Cruz County
$6,558
Contra Costa County
$6,519
US
$5,694
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on 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.
San Mateo County 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 San Mateo County, please visit our Memory Care in California page.
San Mateo County-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.
Memory Care
Paul11
5.0
Review of The Trousdale
The Trousdale is really good. I'm really impressed with the staff and the memory unit where my wife is at. Other than that, it's a senior living, too. It's six stories and really nice. It's a...
Provider response
Paul, thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you are happy with your wife's experience with us. Our staff takes great pride in providing top-notch care and a welcoming...
Memory Care
Mary7
4.0
Review of Pacifica Senior Living Burlingame
I toured Pacifica Senior Living Burlingame. It was clean, they were friendly, and the residents had a good amount of space. They had nice rooms. They have programs like arts and things like that....
Memory Care
Funperson
3.0
Review of The Trousdale
Nice place,, but they only want patients that don't require a lot of care. Also, the outdoor area is small and you need a caregiver to open it for you. You can't go by yourself.
Provider response
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. We're glad you found the place nice but understand your concerns about care levels and the outdoor area. Your feedback is valuable as we strive to enhance our...
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