About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2025 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2025 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2025 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Salinas, CA

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

If your loved one needs memory care in Salinas, A Place for Mom can help. With 86 memory care facilities in Salinas, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Salinas incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Salinas memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Salinas, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Monterey, Gilroy and Carmel-by-the-Sea.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Monterey, Gilroy and Carmel-by-the-Sea.

ShortCode tests:
top3CommunitiesWithLinks: Madonna Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care, Vista Harden Ranch and Ivy Park at Salinas
zipAverageCost: $5,576

Salinas Memory Care Facilities | 1249 Reviews

Showing 63 communities
Last Updated: 11/22/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Madonna Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
Review score
23 reviews
9.4
Review score
23 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
22%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
9%
See all reviews
What's the biggest advantage of Madonna Gardens memory care is that is all on one level and the rooms are studio. A one bedroom apartment would be too much for someone to navigate and get lost in. Madonna...
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.
At Madonna Gardens, we give our residents the freedom to live the life they want with the peace of mind that comes with knowing helping hands are never far away. An inspired blend of modern convenience and care makes Madonna Gardens a place where the entire community can easily interact, enjoy...
See details
Photo of Vista Harden Ranch
1111 Photos available
9.1
Review score
39 reviews
9.1
Review score
39 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
33%
3 star
10%
2 star
0%
1 star
5%
See all reviews
All of these facilities are at max capacity and I know the staff does the best they can for the amount of residents they have in memory care. Over all I'm pleased with there efforts in memory care facility...
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.
At our community, you can do more of what you love.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our retirement community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. Here it’s all about choices—your...
See details
Photo of Ivy Park at Salinas
1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.2
Review score
23 reviews
8.2
Review score
23 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
39%
3 star
4%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
The staff was very friendly and responsive. The only negative thing was some of the residents were not friendly and the little bossy about things.
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.
Make yourself at home at Sunrise Villa Salinas in Salinas, California. Nestled in the gorgeous Salinas Valley, Sunrise Villa Salinas distinctive architecture and design combines elegance with the warm, inviting comforts of home. A central courtyard features a breathtaking garden and landscaped...
See details
Photo of Belmont Village San Jose
1111 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.7
Review score
72 reviews
9.7
Review score
72 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
29%
3 star
6%
2 star
0%
1 star
3%
See all reviews
7! They have been absolutely fantastic!! All of the staff goes above and beyond to help! Questions or requests are answered quickly and thoroughly! Very responsive group! [names removed] all work together...
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.
Belmont Village of San Jose, California is located in a city that is renowned for its quality of life, beautiful climate, and variety of exciting cultural, recreational, educational and entertainment opportunities. The facility is ideally situated directly across the street from the famed...
See details
Photo of Westmont of Morgan HillCommunity card badge
1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
53 reviews
9.6
Review score
53 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
25%
3 star
8%
2 star
2%
1 star
4%
See all reviews
Westmont is an Excellent facility for anyone that is looking for a place for your loved one to reside either on a long term or a short term basis. Starting with [name removed] the Resident Services Director...
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...
See details
Photo of Atria Willow Glen
1414 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.5
Review score
124 reviews
9.5
Review score
124 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
26%
3 star
10%
2 star
2%
1 star
2%
See all reviews
Atria has been a good fit for Mom. She enjoys participating in activities and outings. The grounds are lovely for strolling. Staff and residents are friendly.
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...
See details
Photo of Ivy Park at San Jose
1616 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.4
Review score
48 reviews
9.4
Review score
48 reviews
5 star
46%
4 star
33%
3 star
6%
2 star
13%
1 star
2%
See all reviews
Staff is amazing (friendly, caring and competent), however there are never enough aides at night. Also the restaurant food is mediocre (bland and often overcooked), tho the staff there is also super kind and...
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.
Sunrise Villa San Jose in beautiful San Jose, California is an independent and assisted living community which also specializes in the care of dementia.It would be difficult to imagine a more perfect setting for making the most of one's senior years than at Sunrise Villa San Jose in the upscale...
See details
Photo of Loma Clara Senior Living
2020 Photos available
9.3
Review score
14 reviews
9.3
Review score
14 reviews
5 star
79%
4 star
21%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I placed my sister who suffered dementia almost a year ago, staff at the Loma Clara are kind, patient, very knowledgeable in caring for her. ( she is not a easy one to deal with) she was provided three meals...
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.
See details
Photo of Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community
1414 Photos available
9.3
Review score
43 reviews
9.3
Review score
43 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
33%
3 star
5%
2 star
5%
1 star
5%
See all reviews
The staff here at the Merrill Gardens retirement/residential community, in Santa Cruz, Ca., where I reside, can be described as tremendously essential, responsible and wonderfully attending supportive, not...
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.
Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community is a beautiful community located in the center of all the action. We are within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Wharf, beach and boardwalk. Our beautiful building has a charming personality—and a fascinating past—all its own. Sunshine Villa, A...
See details
Photo of Atria Evergreen Valley
99 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.3
Review score
83 reviews
9.3
Review score
83 reviews
5 star
65%
4 star
28%
3 star
4%
2 star
1%
1 star
2%
See all reviews
It takes a while to get used to their schedule for meals, laundry, bathing and medicine dispersal. It's a learning curve on both sides. This is memory care. Pleasant and helpful staff at all levels. The size...
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...
See details
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
Photo of Merrill Gardens at Gilroy
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
Review score
48 reviews
9.2
Review score
48 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
21%
3 star
8%
2 star
6%
1 star
2%
See all reviews
It took at least 6 months for my uncle to get accumulated with the change. We had many challenges in the beginning... most staff were helpful. It seems very clean there. They do a lot of activities. The cafe...
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.
Merrill Gardens at Gilroy is a gated senior community set on a tranquil five-acre tract near downtown Gilroy. Enjoy a plethora of relaxing activities and attractions — art and food festivals, boating, hiking areas, golf and shopping. The team provides a high level of services, including diabetic...
See details
Photo of Brookdale San Jose
2626 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.1
Review score
80 reviews
9.1
Review score
80 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
26%
3 star
15%
2 star
1%
1 star
3%
See all reviews
My mom is really happy at Brookdale. The entertainment is fabulous. Her apartment is very cozy and she's fitting right in with everyone.
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...
See details
Photo of Almaden
1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.0
Review score
37 reviews
9.0
Review score
37 reviews
5 star
84%
4 star
11%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
It is a very nice facility with friendly residents and staff and good food. Absolutely stuffed with activities to do. They allow cats and small dogs which was a big factor in our choice for respite care.
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.
THE WATERMARK AT ALMADENAn inviting community in the vibrant Bay Area.Known for its innovative and creative spirit, San Jose is the perfect place to call home. The Watermark at Almaden brings exceptional Senior Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care to the scenic South San Jose neighborhood....
See details
Photo of Oakmont of San Jose
77 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.7
Review score
29 reviews
8.7
Review score
29 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
28%
3 star
3%
2 star
7%
1 star
7%
See all reviews
Don't believe everything you read in online reviews, even this one. Go visit every single place you are considering. Visit more than once, at different times of day and on different days. Every person is...
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.
See details
Photo of Brookdale Scotts Valley
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
Review score
38 reviews
8.7
Review score
38 reviews
5 star
39%
4 star
40%
3 star
13%
2 star
3%
1 star
5%
See all reviews
Residents and staff are nice. Food is good. My dad wishes there were more excursions. But overall he likes it there. I would recommend it to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Fewer Chores, More FunDo you want to experience a retirement rich in exciting events, activities and programs and free from the burden of household chores like cooking, cleaning, laundry and yard work? If that sounds like something you want for your life, we have good news. Your dream retirement...
See details
Photo of Sonnet Hill Senior Living
77 Photos available
8.6
Review score
9 reviews
8.6
Review score
9 reviews
5 star
44%
4 star
45%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
It was a very nice place but my mother was very unhappy because she wanted to be home, but the facility was just fine no problems - well one problem they couldn't find the morphine on the last day of my...
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.
Our ideas and practices are anchored in The Poetry of Aging, our platform for living at Sonnet Hill.Like a poem, each person has their own pace, style and personality. We truly believe that there is no right or wrong way to be yourself.As lifespans get longer and research gets deeper, we are able...
See details
Photo of Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
Review score
67 reviews
8.5
Review score
67 reviews
5 star
40%
4 star
37%
3 star
16%
2 star
4%
1 star
3%
See all reviews
Having moved my dad into Merrill Gardens almost 6 weeks ago he is doing well and loves his apartment. The staff from the director [name removed] all the way to the front desk has been warm, kind and...
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.
Set in San Jose's Willow Glen neighborhood, Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen offers easy senior living in a modern building with large apartments. Enjoy the small-town feel and being within walking distance of outdoor cafes, coffee shops, boutiques and bookstores. The high-ceilinged, airy building...
See details
Photo of Merrill Gardens at Campbell
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.5
Review score
19 reviews
8.5
Review score
19 reviews
5 star
42%
4 star
48%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
1 star
5%
See all reviews
I chalked it up to my naivety, but it's important for people to realize the costs continue to increase. I thought there might be some rent increases eventually, but many other costs continue to be added. 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.
Merrill Gardens at Campbell is luxurious, modern and convenient. Take advantage of being connected to a wellness center in addition to free Wi-Fi throughout the building. Good Samaritan Hospital and Kaiser Permanente Medical Center are also nearby. Most apartments in this modern retirement home...
See details
Photo of The Cottages of Carmel
1515 Photos available
8.0
Review score
19 reviews
8.0
Review score
19 reviews
5 star
79%
4 star
16%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
5%
See all reviews
[names removed] were all extremely helpful in getting my mom settled into the Cottages. They made the admissions process go as smoothly as possible. It has been a huge relief for my sister and I to know...
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.
If you or a loved one is looking for the perfect place to rest and relax, then The Cottages of Carmel will offer you the best experience possibly if you are seeking memory or living care. Here at The Cottages of Carmel, we pride ourselves on giving your choices that will allow you to live your...
See details
Photo of Westwind Memory Care
66 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
Review score
5 reviews
8.0
Review score
5 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
40%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Caring staff. Good housekeeping. Sometimes communication could be better. Overall, I would recommend Westwind Memory Care to others.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Westwind Memory Care assisted living community is located in the gorgeous city of Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, California. This area is known for its natural beauty and its proximity to Monterey Bay. Seniors who love the water and all things nature will love the Santa Cruz atmosphere. The...
See details
Photo of Cedar Creek
55 Photos available
8.0
Review score
1 review
8.0
Review score
1 review
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Cedar Creek The facility only serves those with dementia / altimeters l.the staff all have many years experience working with patients with dementia and know how to manage them and are very caring and loving
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Cedar Creek is particularly well-suited to mobile, active, social residents. However we pride ourselves on providing care to our residents throughout their journey. Our one-of a kind activity program helps our residents stay engaged in the day at any stage of their process, boasting several...
See details
Photo of Belmont Village Los Gatos
2121 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.0
Review score
5 reviews
8.0
Review score
5 reviews
5 star
80%
4 star
20%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
My loved one seems to like the food. They are very good at taking ownership of everything, and they have the right people in place to handle any situations. They could be more, consistent with communication...
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.
Belmont Village brings more than two decades of experience to its peerless Assisted Living and award-winning Memory Care. Our newest community in the Bay Area will offer the unique balance of innovative, research-based programming, best-in-class care and resident-centered living that Belmont...
See details
Photo of Campbell Village
11 Photo available
8.0
Review score
23 reviews
8.0
Review score
23 reviews
5 star
44%
4 star
22%
3 star
26%
2 star
4%
1 star
4%
See all reviews
The staff was friendly and accommodating. When I had requests, there was an attempt to meet the request. My brother was able to meet with the Senior Doc representative soon after he moved in. When we needed...
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.
Campbell Village is owned by Premier Senior Care Group. A family operated company whose mission is to create a family-style atmosphere, providing quality care with compassion and understanding. We strive to assure our residents have a safe environment, healthy lifestyle and happiness.  ...
See details
Photo of Villa Fontana Retirement Community
77 Photos available
8.0
Review score
8 reviews
8.0
Review score
8 reviews
5 star
74%
4 star
13%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
13%
See all reviews
At Villa Fontana it's a Filipino crew and all speak English. Mom is not doing well and they seem to be going out of their way to treat her well. I would definitely recommend Villa Fontana! Their ice cream...
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.
Here at Villa Fontana Retirement we understand the importance of family. In fact this senior living facility is family owned, so they go from one family to another. Our property is recently remodeled and a beautiful place to live right here in San Jose, CA. We have been in business for 20 years...
Photo of Merrill Gardens at Monterey
1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.7
Review score
15 reviews
7.7
Review score
15 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
13%
3 star
7%
2 star
0%
1 star
13%
See all reviews
My husband now lives in Garden House, the memory care section of Merrill Gardens. The staff have all been so very patient and kind to him (and me too) as he goes through the transition period of being a new...
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.
See details

Cost of memory care in Salinas, CA

The average cost of senior living in Salinas is $5,576 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pacific Grove, CA with an average of $4,531 per month.

Memory care costs in Salinas, CA, vs. nearby cities

Salinas, CA
$5,576/mo
$4,708/mo
$4,672/mo

Memory care costs in Salinas, CA, vs. state and national averages

Salinas, CA
$5,576/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Salinas, CA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,576/mo

Memory care costs in Salinas, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,610/mo
Studio
$6,308/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,882/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,731/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,770/mo

Senior living costs in Salinas vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Salinas, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSalinas, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$5,576/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,372/mo$4,369/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$4,989/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Salinas, CA:$5,576/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Salinas, CA:$4,372/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Salinas, CA:$4,989/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Memory care costs in Salinas, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Salinas and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Salinas, CACA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Salinas, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Salinas have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Salinas, CA$7,853/mo$7,273/mo+8.0%
California$6,677/mo$6,408/mo+4.2%
National$6,504/mo$6,180/mo+5.2%
Salinas, CA
2024 average cost:$7,853/mo
2023 average cost:$7,273/mo
Percent change:+8.0%
California
2024 average cost:$6,677/mo
2023 average cost:$6,408/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,504/mo
2023 average cost:$6,180/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Salinas

Recent reviews for memory care in Salinas

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 .

Whispering Pines Inn, LLC in Hollister, CA

5.0
Whispering Pines Inn has devotedly served the San Benito County for over 26 years. The management & staffs are caring & very responsive to their elderly residents. Being a caregiver is not an easy task. You have to have the heary & compassion which I have seen with the employees as well ad ...
Read more

Carmelo Park in Monterey, CA

5.0
It is smaller than the community next door. It depends on the individual; however, they have been able to accommodate a friend of mine into this community. The staff's communication and proactiveness about my friend stand out to me. They have been amazing to work with. The staff is nice, has ...
Read more

Salinas review score based on 238 family reviews

8.3
Review score63 facilities238 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 238 reviews of 63 Salinas memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Salinas 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

Salinas review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Salinas, CA63 facilities
8.2
Marina, CA14 facilities
8.0
Seaside, CA15 facilities

Review subcategories for Salinas 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 238 reviews of 63 Salinas memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Salinas 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.
Salinas, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.3
Care services
3.4
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.3
3.8
Value for cost*
3.5
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Salinas memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salinas memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Salinas, 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 Salinas 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 Salinas that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Salinas, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.8%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.4%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.3%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.4%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.4%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.3%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.6%
74%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Salinas 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 Salinas Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Salinas, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.1%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.8%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
27.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Salinas 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 Salinas partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Salinas, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.5%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.6%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
41.3%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.7%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
17%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Salinas 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 Salinas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Salinas, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.7%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.6%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
36.5%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
23.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Salinas 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 Salinas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Salinas, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
54%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.1%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.6%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
54%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.2%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.8%
47.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Salinas

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about California memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Salinas protect seniors.
Learn about California memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Madonna Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care, Vista Harden Ranch and Ivy Park at Salinas are the top-rated memory care facilities near Salinas, California. See full list of communities.

There are 86 memory care facilities near Salinas, California. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Salinas, California is Westmont of Morgan Hill. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 86 memory care facilities near you in Salinas, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Salinas, 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 Salinas, 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 Salinas, California ranges from $981 to $17400. The average Memory Care cost in Salinas, California is $5,576. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Salinas, California typically starts at $981. 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.

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top