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Kiersten
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Child of resident/client
5.0
Home away from home
The staff at Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care is very attentive and kind. My mom's room and laundry are always clean. The communication with the family about events and any issues is superb. The move in process was very fluid. My mom did not even realize she had moved. And the meals are appropriate portions and good quality, real food. For anyone looking for Memory Care for family members that are recently diagnosed or have had a diagnosis for a long time, this facility meets all of those needs. They are very attentive and realize that people are in different levels of their aging process. They are respectful and kind.
About the facility Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care
Nestled next to Los Ranchitos Park, Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care offers a calming atmosphere that is designed just for memory care. The community features a contemporary exterior with vintage touches within its halls. Intentionally designed to provide residents a familiar, homely environment, the community offers thoughtful spaces and meaningful activities to stimulate residents and help them feel a sense of purpose. Respite care and hospice care are also available for residents facing unique circumstances.
The community’s location offers ease and convenience for residents. Residents can dine at local restaurants, shop at Northgate shopping mall, grab groceries from big-box stores, and receive medical care at the nearby medical center. The area also offers other activity options. Visit a neighboring church, feed ducks at the pond in Lagoon Park, check out books from the Civic Center Library, grab fresh produce from the Thursday Marin Farmers’ Market, attend seasonal events at the Marin County Fairgrounds, and more!
Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care Details
The community strives to offer a supportive environment to residents with memory impairments. They partner with residents’ families and loved ones to get a deep sense of each individual’s history, lifestyle, and preferences. This knowledge is then used to guide...
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Amenities at Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care
Healthcare Services
- Medication Management
- Memory Care
- Incontinence Care
- Staffing & Ancillary Services
- Non-Ambulatory Care
- High Acuity Care
Meals & Dining
- Anytime Dining
- Gluten-free
- Low / No Sodium
- Restaurant Style Dining
- Meals Provided
- Guest Meals
- Special Dining Programs
- Professional Chef
- Vegan
- No Sugar
- Room Service
Room Amenities
- Air Conditioned
- Ground Floor Units
- Kitchenette
- Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
- Wheelchair Accessible Showers
- Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
- Cable or Satellite TV
Community Amenities
On-site dining options
- Private Dining Room
- Café or Bistro
Transportation & parking
- Property Convenient to Public Transit
- Uncovered Parking
- Complimentary Transportation
- Transportation at Cost
Pets
- Dogs Allowed
- Cats Allowed
Common areas
- Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
- Private Bath
- Outside Patio
- Meeting Room
- Barber Shop
- TV Lounge
- Outdoor Common Areas
- Central Fireplace
- Indoor Common Areas
- Beauty Salon
Recreational areas
- Piano or Organ
- Movie or Theater Room
- Arts and Crafts Center
Services
- Laundry Service / Drycleaning
- Beautician
- Housekeeping
Languages spoken
- French
- Filipino
- Spanish
- English
Activities
- Sensory-based Programs
- Day Trips and Outings
- Gardening Club
- Brain fitness / Dakim
- Karaoke
- Activities Off-site
- Holiday Parties
- BBQs or Picnics
- Stretching Classes
- Devotional Activities On-Site
- Pet-focused Programs
- Yoga / Chair Yoga
- Tai Chi
- Live Musical Performances
- Live Dance or Theater Performances
- Visiting Chaplain or Priest
- Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
- Reminiscence Programs
- Art Classes
- Birthday Parties
- Live Well Programs
- Activities On-site
- Devotional Activities Offsite
- Happy Hour
- Trivia Games
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A Place for Mom has scored Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care with 6.5 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care has 19 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 3.7 out of 5.
Overall Rating
3.7
Cleanliness
3.8
Friendliness
4.0
Care Services
3.6
Staff
3.8
Meals & Dining
4.2
Activities
3.7
Value for Cost
3.5
A Place for Mom has scored Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care with 6.5 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care has 19 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 3.7 out of 5.
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karen s - Family/friend
Memory Care
November 27, 2024
Stay Away From this Place!
Cogir San Rafael was good under the previous director's leadership. Unfortunately, things have gone down hill since the new director came aboard in 2024. This new director is sorely lacking in social skills and general leadership competency. My family experienced some startling interactions with some of the caregivers there, and [name removed] was cold, uncaring, and totally unwilling to address the concerns. I do not trust the management or the staff at this facility and I cannot recommend placing your loved-ones here.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
August 23, 2024
would not recommend except for maybe very short term
I liked that it was smaller and location was convenient. We liked the old executive director [name removed] but she left. Problems: low staffing/irregular check ins, apathetic staff, medication mismanagement, poor communication, staff no shows to family meetings, etc. I'll finish writing my draft. I'm also filing a complaint with someone about the medication screwup (although it started with the prescribing doctor outside the facility). I realize it's a difficult job but it's also that company's only job. I hear many places suffer from the same issues.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
August 23, 2024
would not recommend except for maybe very short term
I liked that it was smaller and location was convenient. We liked the old executive director Susan but she left. Problems: low staffing/irregular check ins, apathetic staff, medication mismanagement, poor communication, staff no shows to family meetings, etc. I'll finish writing my draft. I'm also filing a complaint with someone about the medication screwup (although it started with the prescribing doctor outside the facility). I realize it's a difficult job but it's also that company's only job. I hear many places suffer from the same issues.
Kiersten - Family/friend
Memory Care
October 20, 2023
Home away from home
The staff at Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care is very attentive and kind. My mom's room and laundry are always clean. The communication with the family about events and any issues is superb. The move in process was very fluid. My mom did not even realize she had moved. And the meals are appropriate portions and good quality, real food. For anyone looking for Memory Care for family members that are recently diagnosed or have had a diagnosis for a long time, this facility meets all of those needs. They are very attentive and realize that people are in different levels of their aging process. They are respectful and kind.
Response from Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care
November 10, 2023
Hello Kiersten, We really appreciate your 5-star review. Our team is excited to hear that you enjoy our staff and community, our staff tries to ensure that all of our residents are well taken care of and happy. We are glad that your mother is enjoying her new home so much and that you know her needs are being taken care of at Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
July 8, 2023
Lovely, clean, friendly place for elders with proactive families.
Cogir has some good people, and I believe they mean well, and staff are more patient and skilled than they used to be. But if I weren't proactive with calling or emailing and keeping up with communication, I would never know how my Dad is doing. They don't provide me with any kind of updates unless I contact them. I wish they would.
Response from Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care
July 11, 2023
Hi there, we truly appreciate you taking the time to leave a review of our community. Our team always looking for ways to improve and enhance our resident experience, and we value your feedback in the process. Should you have any additional items you would like to discuss please do not hesitate to give us a call. Have a great day!
anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
May 31, 2022
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The tour at Cogir of San Rafael was good. But the facility was just a little bit dated for our taste.
Response from Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care
October 18, 2022
Hi, thank you for leaving a review of our community. Our team has noted your feedback and will certainly take that into consideration. If there's anything else, please let us know. Have a wonderful day!
Suzanne - Family/friend
Memory Care
April 20, 2022
Used to be great
Mom has been here 5 years. Last March it went from Sunrise to Cogir.
Horrible management w Cogir. Horrible communication w the transition and it continues downhill.
Staff is lovely but they aren’t trained,kind but not trained. Way too much tv , nothing happens in the evenings and the walks have stopped under Cogir.
Felicia - Family/friend
Memory Care
October 8, 2021
Wonderful memory care home
My mother moved into Cogir of San Rafael a month ago from the Redwoods retirement community in Mill valley where she had lived for the last 2 1/2 years. It’s a wonderful community with a loving and caring staff and I couldn’t recommend it more! I never worry about my mom knowing that she is well cared for, entertained and always safe.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
August 19, 2020
Caring community
We chose this community because the location is near our family and the programs offered seemed good. For the most part , the caregivers are fine. My sister likes the staff, they engage with her, and they seem to really like her. i would recommend this community to other families.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
December 10, 2019
A caring place for both
Sunrise of San Rafael has been a really great place for both of my parents who suffer from Alzheimers. It is kept sparkling clean and the staff could not be nicer. The food and activities are also really great and geared towards people with Alzheimers and dementia. Unlike most other places the residents are able to move freely around the residence with only the outer doors managed. My only wish is that they have a visiting Dr. It is really difficult to get my folks out and there are so few Drs in the area who are taking new patients.
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
March 26, 2018
Nice property, very clean
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
October 2, 2017
Had Been My First Choice
I really liked this community it was one of the better choices for my mom. The community was nice and clean and the staff was friendly and very nice. She would have gotten good care here.
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
September 28, 2017
This is a smaller facility with limited access to outside. Friendly staff, nice rooms. Limited meal times.
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
June 28, 2017
Clean Property!!
I have no complaints of how things went on my tour at this community for my wife. The staff where on time to our appointment and provided with lots of great information as well as answer any questions that we had for them. Overall it was a nice experience and I would recommend them to anyone.
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
June 20, 2017
Clean, friendly, seem organized. Reviewing differences when compared to Atria (Dad's current residence). 46 residents. Memory care.
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
May 3, 2017
Not my favorite!
I also toured Sunrise of San Rafael. I would not say my tour was 5 stars, there were certain things about this facility that made it not work out for my loved one. The person that took me around was welcoming and informative, it was just not the best choice for us.
Anonymous - Toured community
Memory Care
February 9, 2017
Not an option!
When I toured the Sunrise of San Rafael, it was very depressing to me. I would never consider it the place was horrible. It had long dark hallways and was not what we were looking for.
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
December 1, 2016
They don't have enough staff to attend to the needs of the residents.
Response from Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care
December 19, 2016
We’re sorry to hear that you did not have a positive experience. We care deeply about the safety and well-being of our residents and staff. Please contact us at information (at) sunriseseniorliving.com so that we can learn more. –The Sunrise Team
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
June 1, 2016
A new ownership upended the operations for a period of time
I have a mixed review. The positive is the room that my mother occupied which was nicely sized, beautiful view with windows that opened and allowed the fresh air in. There were some notable nursing staff who were responsive and attentive. Mom was there three weeks and I had to ask for her laundry to be done three times in two weeks, I took it home once. One one occasion they cleaned and changed her but her bed sheets were dirty which I noted the day before. I was told by one male attendant that the person that does the laundry was on vacation and he would have to find someone to do the laundry. The business office staff is inadequately trained, were not helpful, and I am still waiting for a callback on the refund that is owed.
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