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

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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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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.
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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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Located in beautiful Palo Alto on the Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life, Moldow Family Residences aims to be a "place where your spirit can thrive." We offer a complete care system for senior adults. Our independent living apartments cater to active adults. The maintenance-free units vary in...
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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.
In a beautiful downtown Palo Alto neighborhood, there’s a not-for-profit retirement community filled with independent thinkers leading amazing lives. They’re learning and growing. Going and doing. Exploring the new and savoring the familiar. Lifting their voices and taking action to make the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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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.
Glenwood Inn offeres month-to-month independent and assisted living residences in a gracious, friendly, and caring atmosphere. We have over 10 years experiece in providing quality service to our residents.* Alcove, One or Two Bedroom residences* Daily Activities, Special Tours, and Scheduled...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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My experience with Rose Garden City has been good. The facility is clean, the staff is friendly, and they provide good care. Overall I'm satisfied with the services they offer.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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 are searching for an assisted living facility in sunny San Jose, Calif., look no further than Rose Garden Court. This is a medium-care facility that accepts patients that are over 55 years old. The community setting provided at this assisted living facility provides senior citizens with...
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I liked that this was close to me. I liked that it was a mixed facility with assisted living and memory care combined together. My mother can do activities with higher functioning people. It also had a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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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.
HMC of Campbell is located in the beautiful state of California where the weather is deemed to be perfect year round. The senior care facility that has been in business for more than 30 years provides superior care for the elderly that requires assisted living. We are known for the compassion...

Cost of memory care in Los Altos, CA

The average cost of senior living in Los Altos is $6,431 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Atherton, CA with an average of $6,242 per month.

Memory care costs in Los Altos, CA, vs. nearby cities

Los Altos, CA
$6,431/mo

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

Los Altos, CA
$6,431/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,431/mo

Memory care costs in Los Altos, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,520/mo
Studio
$10,026/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,745/mo
2 Bedroom
$11,033/mo

Senior living costs in Los Altos 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: Los Altos, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLos Altos, CACaliforniaU.S.
Memory Care$6,431/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$5,042/mo$4,369/mo$4,558/mo
Independent Living$5,614/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Los Altos, CA:$6,431/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Los Altos, CA:$5,042/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Independent Living
Los Altos, CA:$5,614/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Los Altos, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Los Altos 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.

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Memory care cost trends in Los Altos, CA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Los Altos 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
Los Altos, CA$10,616/mo$8,717/mo+21.8%
California$6,659/mo$6,315/mo+5.4%
National$6,439/mo$6,063/mo+6.2%
Los Altos, CA
2024 average cost:$10,616/mo
2023 average cost:$8,717/mo
Percent change:+21.8%
California
2024 average cost:$6,659/mo
2023 average cost:$6,315/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$6,439/mo
2023 average cost:$6,063/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Los Altos

Recent reviews for memory care in Los Altos

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 .

Rosemont Gardens in San Leandro, CA

5.0
Excellent caring staff. Clean place. My Auntie [name removed] is here. I visited from Anaheim California. My auntie Husband just passed away. My auntie looked beautiful and happy. I talked with staff and they were very professional

Pacifica Senior Living Burlingame

5.0
Safe! I have enjoyed living here since day one. Atria Burlingame was recoommended to me and I have been happy with moving here since! The staff is kind. The food is good. They were even able to accomodate me with a new apartment because I felt like my first apartment's window was too close to ...
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Los Altos review score based on 106 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 106 reviews of 41 Los Altos memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Los Altos 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

Los Altos review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Los Altos, CA41 facilities
7.5
Los Altos Hills, CA36 facilities
7.7
Mountain View, CA40 facilities

Review subcategories for Los Altos 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 106 reviews of 41 Los Altos memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Los Altos 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.
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Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
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3.8
Activities
3.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
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Los Altos memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Los Altos memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Los Altos, 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 Los Altos 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 Los Altos that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Los Altos, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.5%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
24.4%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.1%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.1%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.1%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.3%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.3%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Los Altos 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 Los Altos Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Los Altos, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.4%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.2%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.3%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.4%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Los Altos 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 Los Altos partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Los Altos, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.8%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.7%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
51.2%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.5%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.8%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Los Altos 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 Los Altos communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
39%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.2%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
43.9%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.8%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Los Altos 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 Los Altos offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Los Altos, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.7%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.4%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.3%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.5%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.7%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.9%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.3%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.8%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.1%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
58.5%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
31.7%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.1%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Los Altos

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 Los Altos protect seniors.
Learn about California memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

BridgePoint at Los Altos, Belmont Village San Jose and Atria Sunnyvale are the top-rated memory care facilities near Los Altos, California. See full list of communities.
There are 46 memory care facilities near Los Altos, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Los Altos, California are Carefield Pleasanton Memory Care, Cogir of Fremont Senior Living and Sunrise of Sunnyvale. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 46 memory care facilities near you in Los Altos, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Los Altos, 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 Los Altos, 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 Los Altos, California ranges from $695 to $115000. The average Memory Care cost in Los Altos, California is $6,431. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Los Altos, California typically starts at $695. 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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