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Photo of Aldersly, a CCRC
99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.7
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For me it’s a good life. As my old life was incredibly lonely and uneventful. Aldersly offers me unlimited opportunities to meet new people and enjoy experiences that I haven’t known before. It has allowed...
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.
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Photo of Atria Tamalpais Creek
1111 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.5
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48 reviews
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I love the staff and their attentiveness and care for my mom. I also appreciate feeling like I'm part of the community when I come to visit. I also found that they were the most affordable of the handful of...
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 Tamalpais Creek is an enriching senior living community in Novato that promotes independence and active lifestyles. With an event-filled social calendar and amenities like a fitness center, outdoor garden and salon and spa, our residents enjoy an environment that encourages them to remain...
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1010 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.8
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16 reviews
8.8
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They will drive residents to stores in Novato, and to doctors as far as North San Rafael (Where Kaiser is). Very flexible and helpful. Staff is friendly. Place is very clean, and they keep each apartment...
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.
From the moment you arrive at Oakmont of Novato you step into luxury and elegance. You will realize that this way of life exceeds all your expectations. At Oakmont of Novato, you are living in a beautiful community, in an exquisite area blessed with beautiful blue skies and rolling hills with...
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1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.7
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27 reviews
8.7
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My sister was at Cogir of San Rafael for nearly two years. She has Alzheimer’s and Lewy Body dementia. All in all it was a positive experience. The care was excellent on all levels. In addition...
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.
Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care is a full-service, pet friendly senior community for those touched by Dementia, along with hospice care and respite care. Housed in a former boutique hotel in a residential area of sunny San Rafael. With easy access to the top healthcare facilities, Napa & Sonoma...
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8.4
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MedTechs are very good but communication from staff is lacking a bit. Overall I would recommend Windchime of Marin 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.
WindChime is Marin County's specialized Alzheimer's and dementia care facility, nestled in a wooded residential area of Kentfield near the College of Marin. Our community features an award-winning dining program, landscaped gardens, a dynamic resident-centered activity program, two residential...
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1515 Photos available
2020 Floor plans available
8.0
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7 reviews
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They are very communicative about the resident's status, concerns, etc. And very genuine and have the best interests of the resident and family in mind. We're very happy there.
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.
Drake Terrace allows you the freedom to express yourself as you continue to learn and grow in this enriching environment. Whether you choose Independent Living, Assisted Living or Memory Care, you will have many opportunities to participate in the heart and soul of this vibrant community....
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I'm so happy with Aegis Corte Madera, as the family member responsible for the resident. They are responsive to her for all of her needs, medical and non medical. The meals are great, made to order. They...
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.
Aegis of Corte Madera, located in beautiful Marin County, offers exceptional assisted living services. Enjoy an afternoon cup of tea and cookies with family and friends in the bistro, watch a move in the private theater or take a stroll in our lovely garden. Aegis of Corte Madera is situated in a...
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99 Floor plans available
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The staff are happy and genuinely care about the people who live here. They all have a roll and are excellent at what they do, they are able to bring joy because they’re at ease, they know what they’re...
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.
Cardinal Point is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) which means that our residents move in when they are independent and active, truly being able to participate in all we have to offer! Additionally, we are also licensed for Assisted Living, so as the years go on, the resident can...
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55 Floor plans available
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Since the death of my father in 2014 my mother has lived alone in her 2 story house. Recently she has had some medical issues with her legs and started falling a lot. After the last fall, hospital stay 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.
At the Paramount House in Vacaville, California, our residents enjoy a carefree lifestyle supported by caring staff members and quality living options. There are two types of housing available at our center, assisted living for those who wish to live independently with added support and a memory...
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22 Floor plans available
9.8
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I made sure to talk to my Mom's care team each time I stopped in. They were always so excited to report on her progress. In the beginning Mom didn't like it there because it was unfamiliar she was pretty...
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.
Community & Location Highlights:Conveniently located in Danville, CAVery close to Blackhawk Medical CenterMinutes from beautiful Diablo Country ClubSurrounded by stunning gardensSunrise of Danville, in Danville, California, offers a loving environment, staffed by experienced caregivers. Our...
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Photo of Cogir of Sonoma Senior Living
1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.7
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54 reviews
9.7
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54 reviews
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Room size is great. You can have a studio or 2 bd. Depending on what you need and costs. The housekeeping is good as well as taking care of your laundry, folding it etc. The ambiance is great. Very tidy,...
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.
Cogir of Sonoma is a luxurious senior community in Sonoma, California. Located in a quiet residential area, our community is ideally situated near churches, banks, shopping, dining and medical facilities. Sonoma is a beautiful city with a rich history, counted among the world's finest...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Santa Rosa
1818 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.7
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For the past year, my dad has been receiving exceptional care at Ivy Park Assisted Living, and I truly could not imagine a better place for him. What stands out most is how much the staff goes above 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.
Make yourself at home at Sunrise Villa Santa Rosa in Santa Rosa, California. It's a friendly, flexible environment that celebrates your individuality and nurtures your soul. We recognize that each new resident has a unique lifestyle so we've tailored solutions to match:Independent Living, for our...
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Photo of Cogir of Vallejo Hills Senior Living
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44 Floor plans available
9.6
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70 reviews
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I moved my 93 year old aunt to Cogir 18 months ago. I'm very glad we did. The staff are uniformly warm and the place is always clean and well maintained. A special shout out to [name removed], a truly all...
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.
Cogir of Vallejo Hills is an Independent and Assisted Living community located on a wooded, hillside with sweeping views from the Carquinez Strait to Mount Tamalpais across the bay. Vallejo is a vibrant and thriving city, home to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, The Vallejo Symphony, and several...
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Photo of Oakmont of Redwood City
99 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.6
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25 reviews
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25 reviews
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4 stars only because the communication seems to drop from the sales person once you move in?? We figured everything out by asking many people that worked with the Seniors. They were our best resource...
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 Oakmont of Redwood City, you will enjoy living in a quiet, residential community by the San Francisco Bay, about halfway between San Francisco and San Jose. Within easy reach of the shops, restaurants, and parks along El Camino Real, our community is just off the 101 and close to I-280,...
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Photo of Cogir of Rohnert Park Senior LivingCommunity card badge
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77 Floor plans available
9.5
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The food is great. The people are sweet. The facility is very clean. They offer the first month free, which was a savings of over [Amount Removed]
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.
Rohnert Park Retirement Community is an independent and assisted living community located in Rohnert Park, California. Our community, located in Sonoma County, lies in the heart of wine country just a short drive north from San Francisco. Set on five acres of rolling hills and open pastures,...
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Photo of Atria at Foster Square
1717 Photos available
2626 Floor plans available
9.5
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78 reviews
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I love that foster square has Monday name that tune and Tuesday trivia. I feel like a I'd in classroom again, I look forward to them every week. All the staff are very helpful and bring a smile to my face...
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 at Foster Square residents enjoy contemporary, upscale surroundings in the heart of Foster Square, a new residential and retail neighborhood in Foster City just south of San Francisco. The community’s central location puts older people within easy walking distance of boutiques, cafés and...
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Photo of Cogir on Napa Road Assisted Living and Memory Care
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9.5
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My mother says food was better when she first got there but I'm not sure . Try to explain to your loved one that the sliding door is not for them to walk outside. The rose garden is lovely. Hard for them to...
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.
Welcome to Cogir on Napa Road! Independent Senior Living, Assisted Living, Memory and Hospice Care in Sonoma, California.Make yourself at home at Cogir on Napa Road, located in Sonoma, California. It's a friendly, flexible environment that celebrates your individuality and nurtures your soul. We...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Walnut Creek
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44 Floor plans available
9.5
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Ivy Park is a 5 star place. The staff are all very friendly and do a great job there are different activities all day long .There food is great and has a wide variety of choices .Overall experience has been...
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 Walnut Creek offers the finest in retirement living, assisted living, and memory care. We strive to create the retirement lifestyle that our loved ones have always desired and to bring their envisioned community to life. Our range of care services are based on a “whole living”...
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Photo of Atria Walnut Creek
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9.4
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The apartments are a little larger than elsewhere, and the one-bedroom units are especially spacious. The staff are also better compensated, so they tend to stay longer, which really shows in the quality of...
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.
As one of the most trusted senior living providers in the East Bay, Atria Walnut Creek has served families like yours for more than 10 years.With a continued commitment to quality, they have just completed a full-scale renovation to enhance the beauty and functionality of the community, indoors...
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9.4
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I recently moved my dad into the memory care unit at Harbor at Hillsdale Senior Living, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. From the moment he arrived, the staff attended to his every need...
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.
For more than 20 years, Atria has served the families of San Mateo. The community will seek LEED® certification for sustainable design, construction and operation.In addition to discreet assistance with daily tasks like bathing and getting dressed, Atria Park of San Mateo has a licensed nurse...
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1. My choice in joining the community is "limited care" so i don't take meals or have anyone clean my apartment. When there is a health event like too many people with the flu, they deliver meals to everyone...
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.
This is the kind of place people dream of living in. With views of both Lake Merritt and the East Bay Hills, Lake Park is a retirement community in Oakland, CA that's ?lled with natural light, greenery and fascinating people. Here, a diverse collection of extraordinary residents enjoys a...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill
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There is no air conditioning in the rooms. Their bookkeeping/invoices are difficult to understand. Excellent meals, many choices. Lots of activities, both on site and bus tours. They also moved 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.
Welcome to Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill. Located in downtown San Francisco, Ivy Park offers fulfilling and flexible senior living with a range of services for every phase of retirement.From activities and outdoor spaces meant to nourish body and soul, to comprehensive assisted living and memory...
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1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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73 reviews
9.3
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73 reviews
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Dining staff made an effort to learn each persons name and food preferences today. Administrative staff was friendly and accommodating. They were good at explaining unfamiliar terms and took time to explain...
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.
At Serra Highlands Senior Living, you'll find a serene and welcoming senior community with all the comforts of home. Residents enjoy a diverse social calendar with an extensive continued learning program. Surrounded by beautiful wooded walkways, Serra Highlands Senior Livingprovides views of the...
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Photo of Carefield Castro Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care
99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.3
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36 reviews
9.3
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36 reviews
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The facility is great! The staff is incredible. Everyone is always professional and it's obvious they're all trying their best. We feel that the caregivers are genuinely concerned with our father's welfare...
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 community offers exemplary services and amenities, with a professional care staff to accommodate our residents’ individual needs. We encourage residents to eat well, make new friends, seek out creative pursuits, refine skills, revisit old hobbies, and discover new passions.Our Lifestyle...
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Photo of Ivy Park at Oakland Hills
1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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34 reviews
9.3
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34 reviews
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Excellent staff, chef is extremely thoughtful and will make personalized meals upon request. Extremely clean throughout, diligent services of care, adequate room size and appropriate support. Beautiful view...
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.
Community Highlights:* Conveniently located in a beautiful, safe residential neighborhood in the Oakland Hills* Multiple nurses on staff to manage resident well-being and complex medical situations* Accommodate many couples who want to stay together but have different care needs* Higher...
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Cost of nursing homes in Marin County, CA

The average cost of senior living in Marin County is $6,028 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lagunitas-Forest Knolls, CA with an average of $6,028 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Marin County, CA, vs. nearby counties

Marin County, CA
$6,028/mo

Nursing homes costs in Marin County, CA, vs. state and national averages

Marin County, CA
$6,028/mo
U.S. national average
$5,847/mo

Nursing homes costs in Marin County, CA, vs. other senior living options

$8,678/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,028/mo

Nursing homes costs in Marin County, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,591/mo
Private
$6,696/mo

Senior living costs in Marin County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Marin County, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMarin County, CACaliforniaU.S.
Nursing Homes$6,028/mo$6,177/mo$5,847/mo
Assisted Living$7,747/mo$6,213/mo$5,805/mo
Memory Care$8,678/mo$7,279/mo$6,971/mo
Independent Living$5,217/mo$4,163/mo$3,510/mo
Nursing Homes
Marin County, CA:$6,028/mo
California:$6,177/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Assisted Living
Marin County, CA:$7,747/mo
California:$6,213/mo
U.S.:$5,805/mo
Memory Care
Marin County, CA:$8,678/mo
California:$7,279/mo
U.S.:$6,971/mo
Independent Living
Marin County, CA:$5,217/mo
California:$4,163/mo
U.S.:$3,510/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Marin County, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Marin County 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.

Marin County, CACA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Marin County, CA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Marin County 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
Marin County, CA$6,795/mo$6,708/mo+1.3%
California$5,912/mo$5,600/mo+5.6%
National$5,668/mo$5,386/mo+5.2%
Marin County, CA
2024 average cost:$6,795/mo
2023 average cost:$6,708/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
California
2024 average cost:$5,912/mo
2023 average cost:$5,600/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,668/mo
2023 average cost:$5,386/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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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 nursing homes in Marin County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Marin County

Good Neighbor Care Vacaville

5.0
mom is happy at Pacifica which is very important. The staff is wonderful, caring and pleasant. I admire all of the care takers and appreciate all they do. Mom likes her meals and all of the activities. Pacifica is clean, the grounds are nice and it is great place for those live there. Thank you ...
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Atria Park of Lafayette

5.0
All 5 stars. Atria Park of Lafayette is an excellent place. The caregivers were proactive in managing my moms medicines, all staff were very communicative with my family about my moms care. I would definitely recommend them to others looking.

Mercy Retirement and Care Center in Oakland, CA

5.0
One of the reasons we selected Mercy was for its spiritual/faith program which includes daily mass. Perfect setting for my aunt. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones

Marin County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marin County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marin 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 Marin County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Marin County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Marin County, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.2%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.5%
10.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
86.7%
24.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.9%
10.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.1%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
20.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.5%
7.4%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.8%
19.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Marin County nursing homes

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 Marin County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Marin County, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.5%
4.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.4%
6.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.5%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Marin County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Marin County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marin County, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.7%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
38.6%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.1%
3.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Marin County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Marin County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marin County, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marin County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Marin County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marin County, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.7%
7.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.8%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.9%
7.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.8%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.1%
0.3%
Live performances
Live performances
45.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
26.3%
0.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.4%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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