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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Santa Clara County, CA
Memory care in Santa Clara County offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Santa Clara County is about $6,212 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 13 communities, read 251 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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9.8
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110 reviews
Mom is really enjoying her days at Atria Willow Glen - she is playing bingo, going to the nightly movie, enjoys the fitness class right after breakfast, has gained a few pounds with all the meals and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Atria Willow Glen provides all the comforts of home in a resort-like community. Invite family and friends to enjoy a walk through courtyards with lush landscaping and koi ponds, or take an outing to nearby downtown San Jose. Atria Willow Glen offers easy access to shopping, banks, medical...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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66 Floor plans available
9.5
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41 reviews
Staff is very involved and has her best interests always in mind. Sachi in at level zero meaning an independent renter yet they will notice she has missed dinner and will check on her. Beautiful back yard...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Ivy Park at San Jose is a senior-living community tucked into a mostly residential area in the Evergreen/Silver Creek neighborhood. It is a quiet and peaceful community that is easily accessible to Highway 101 and with close proximity to downtown San Jose. Residents and their families often enjoy...
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9.5
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41 reviews
The staff at Westmont has been amazing in taking care of my Mom. They are patient and kind and treat her with respect and seem to genuinely care. My Mom's room is always clean and the common rooms that all...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Westmont of Morgan Hill is an assisted living community located in Morgan Hill, CA, in Santa Clara County and home to about 38,000 people. An area considered to be part of Silicon Valley, Morgan Hill has relaxing parklike settings, shops, stores, restaurants and new homes. Residents will be able...
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9.4
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35 reviews
It's a " smaller" facility where everyone knows each other. Everyone calls my mom by name, and engages with her in passing . Covid protocols in place and well monitored. They are very responsive to family /...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
It feels like home.By choosing Pacific Gardens a family is assured that their loved one is well taken care of in a clean, comfortable home-like community. Pacific Gardens provides residents with nutritious fresh food, features engaging activities, and takes pride in their caring and competent...
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9.4
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71 reviews
I have been living her for over 3 years, and moved here from another Atria. The people are great - both staff and the people who live here. I enjoy playing bingo and love the lasagne dish. They keep the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Atria Evergreen Valley provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. In choosing this community, our residents...
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8.9
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10 reviews
The folks had looked at several places, but still undecided. We called Loma Clara hoping they had a vacancy. One had just come available, so we made appointment to see it the next day. My husband and I were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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I am so happy with Valley Pines. My dad has been here for 3 months. He tells me the food is great. He has a lot of room and is happy to have his own bathroom. The place is exceptionally clean. The...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My mom is really liking her new home. She likes to play bingo and even won a game recently and called to tell me. The community is a very nice and clean place and it is close to my home. Overall, we are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A Resident’s View: by Hettie Lou DowningI became a “take charge” person the year I turned 10 and my mother’s delicate health dictated that I become her substitute. I left home at age 16 to attend the university and became self-supporting. The lessons I learned from “take charge” employment were...
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70 reviews
The facilities were very "homey". The staff was very friendly, professional, and compassionate. They were always there to answer questions, and contacted me if they had questions or concerns. This was in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Experience the Good LifeWhile we are a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in San Jose, California, you might get the impression you stumbled upon a family reunion when you show up on our doorstep for the first time. Our team will greet you with warm smiles and you’ll hear the sound of...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Morgan Hill Villa is a licensed residential care facility for the elderly providing harmonious living and care right in the heart of Morgan Hill. Here you'll enjoy all the benefits of a warm home atmosphere. You will have confidence knowing that your needs will be met - now and in the future. We...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Discover a new vision of luxury senior living, now brought to life at Ellore Senior Living. Built from the ground up, with modern interiors by March and White Design, Ellore Senior Living is thoughtfully crafted for older adults who seek a lifestyle of abundant style, wellness, and social...
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Cost of memory care in Santa Clara County, CA
The average cost of senior living in Santa Clara County is $6,212 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Diablo Grande, CA with an average of $3,507 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Santa Clara County, CA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Santa Clara County, CA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Santa Clara County, CA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Santa Clara County
Recent reviews for memory care in Santa Clara County
Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA
5.0
This place is an excellent facility that specializes in the care of Chinese speaking people. It is well maintained and the staff is always ready to help. My mom lived there until she passed .
Sunrise of Cupertino in Sunnyvale, CA
4.8
Everyone from the receptionist to the administrators to the caregivers has been very kind and does their best to make my husband feel comfortable and at home. Our experience was a bit different because at first he was just going to be a temporary stay, but then it turned out to be permanent. ...
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Oakmont of San Jose
4.6
Oakmont SJ provided wonderful care to our Mom in her years there. A place like this is only as good as the people they employ and we found the Oakmont SJ staff kind and compassionate. During our search, a senior placement consultant had advised us no place is perfect but what you want is ...
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Santa Clara County review score based on 56 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 56 reviews of 11 Santa Clara County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Santa Clara County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Santa Clara County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Santa Clara County memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 56 reviews of 11 Santa Clara County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Santa Clara County resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Santa Clara County, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.9
4.5
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.4
Meals & dining
4.4
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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Santa Clara County memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Clara County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Clara County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Santa Clara County memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Santa Clara County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
72.7%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.9%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.4%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.9%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.5%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.8%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Santa Clara County memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Santa Clara County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.7%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.5%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.7%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.3%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santa Clara County memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Santa Clara County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santa Clara County, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63.6%
50%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.3%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Clara County memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Santa Clara County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
54.5%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
39.7%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Clara County memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Santa Clara County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
28.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.6%
51.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.6%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.5%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
63.6%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
45.5%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
54.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
46.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Sunnyvale, Atria Willow Glen and Belmont Village San Jose are the top-rated memory care facilities near Santa Clara County, California. See full list of communities.
There are 13 memory care facilities near Santa Clara County, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Santa Clara County, California are Sunrise of Sunnyvale, Atria Willow Glen and Atria Evergreen Valley. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 13 memory care facilities near you in Santa Clara County, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Santa Clara County, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Santa Clara County, California, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Santa Clara County, California ranges from $480 to $7780525. The average Memory Care cost in Santa Clara County, California is $6,212. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Santa Clara County, California typically starts at $480. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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Memory Care in Cities Near Santa Clara County
- San Jose, California
- Santa Clara, California
- Cupertino, California
- Watsonville, California
- Saratoga, California
- Morgan Hill, California
- Campbell, California
- Los Altos, California
- Sunnyvale, California
- Mountain View, California
- Milpitas, California
- Aptos, California
- Corralitos, California
- Scotts Valley, California
- Soquel, California
- Brookdale, California
- Cambrian Park, California
- Los Gatos, California
- Alum Rock, California
- Wildwood, California
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