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Memory care in University Of California Merced offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in University Of California Merced is about $3,966 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 48 communities, read 694 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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I thought the quality of care was excellent. The facility was very clean and the staff were friendly. My husbands was a big foody and the chef came and talked to him to get his opinion about what spices to...
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.
"Passionate Care"Kiernan Village Assisted Living is a 32 bed facility offering twenty four hour care and supervision for ambulatory and non ambulatory residents. Our mission is to provide each resident quality care and comfort in a restful and home-like setting. Staff at Kiernan Village are...
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Bella Vista staff has heart like no other- they are lead by a group who understand the dementia disease process. No matter what day of the week or time their management has always answered any questions and...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Bella Vista is a new memory care community that opened in October 2013. Bella Vista, Memory Care Community serves those with Alzheimer's and other dementias. At Bella Vista, we honor the whole person through a person-centered, elder-directed philosophy. Our team members collaborate with family...
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The staff members have been super friendly and every time we visit the place is kept clean. We don't get to visit all that much but when we do get to speak with our loved one she says she is really happy...
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.
Autumn Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in Clarkston, Michigan in a secluded, wooded area, just off Dixie Highway. We are known for developing a personal relationship with our residents and providing customized care and attention. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents....
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They are great people. Our mama is in memory care so she is more care than assisted living..it is very costly but we are older now too. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families. They...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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They are doing a great job! Stacey keeps a pretty good eye on things. She checks in on her fairly often. If they need anything they always have a call button. She likes the food, she says it's very good....
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.
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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The staff at this community are absolutely outstanding, they are always on top of every situation and handle it with such grace. They have really gone out of there way to make sure that my mom is comfortable...
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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.
The facility is a medium size facility structured for Assisted Living regulated by the Department of Social Services, where you can find the comforts of home. From the safe and spacious living area, indoors and outdoors as well, to the friendly, caring and devoted staff, we are committed to...
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Stacie's Chalet was offering a special at the time our loved one was moving in, and the value regarding that special was really good. However we are unsure of the overall going rate of this community. The...
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.
Stacie's Chalet in Modesto, offers wonderful opportunities for the senior lifestyle of your choice. We are located near shopping and numerous services. The resident care team oversees the care and services provided by the specially trained resident assistants. We offer both assisted living and...
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Walnut Grove has been the best decision I have made for my mother's care. In the later stages of Alzheimer's, my mother is in a warm atmosphere that does not isolate her from others. She is allowed to...
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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.
Located in Modesto, California, Walnut Grove Assisted Living Center has been committed to serving seniors and their families since 1990. We are renowned for offering our senior residents the finest of living arrangements, with all of the comforts of home. The beautifully landscaped grounds and...
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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.
Vintage Faire ResidentialLocated right in the heart of Modesto, CA, Vintage Faire Residential boasts a quaint, country atmosphere with all the right modern amenities. In fact, you may feel like you’ve stepped back in time when you look at the decor of this beautiful home. With gorgeous outdoor...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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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This community has large rooms and it is clean. The staff is nice. This community seems to fit with mom's personality. The community has a homey feeling to it. This community is a little more expensive than...
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.
Cost of memory care in University Of California Merced, CA
The average cost of senior living in University Of California Merced is $3,966 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newman, CA with an average of $3,340 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in University Of California Merced, CA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in University Of California Merced, CA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in University Of California Merced, CA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in University Of California Merced
Recent reviews for memory care in University Of California Merced
Pacifica Senior Living Merced
5.0
I have been a resident at Pacifica Senior Living in Merced, CA for two years and I have been very satisfied with the staff and the care that I have received while l have lived here. Staff has been very considerate of my needs.
El Rio Memory Care in Modesto, CA
4.4
My Father only spent 4 days at El Rio. He passed away 4 days after entering the facility. My experience with [name removed] the Sales Director was great. The staff was amazing! The facility was clean and spacious. The care even though short for my father was good.
The rates were comparable to ...
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Cogir of Turlock
5.0
The Staff is very helpful and considerate and I have nothing but high praise for everyone working there.
The facility is so clean and that was the main reason we chose them initially.
I would highly recommend Cogir of Turlock!
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Communication between staff and families. Several reviews mention the importance of clear and effective communication between families and staff to ensure everyone is informed and care needs are being met. At The Gardens of Modesto, the executive director, marketing team, HR, receptionist, maintenance team, RCD, RCC, and all the med t ...
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Individualized care and attention. Reviews highlight the importance of personalized care for residents with unique needs. At The Grove, some families shared concerns about the facility's ability to provide adequate care for those who require more assistance. On the other hand, The Gardens of Modesto The Gardens of Modesto is ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents appreciate a variety of stimulating activities, both physical and mental, to keep them active and engaged. At El Rio Memory Care, loved ones enjoy activities like puzzles, poems, and physical exercise. Community outings and entertainment by performers are also popular, as mentioned i ...
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Cleanliness and upkeep of facilities. Residents and families express satisfaction with the cleanliness and upkeep of living spaces. Communities such as Cogir of Cedar Creek and Valley Comfort Assisted Living are praised for their clean and bright facilities. However, some families have noted concerns about the cleanliness of cer ...
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Experienced and compassionate staff. Reviews consistently emphasize the importance of caring and experienced staff who provide emotional support and understanding. At Truewood by Merrill, Modesto, the friendly and attentive employees are commended for their patience and kindness towards residents. Summerfield of Fresno Summerfie ...
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Flexible meal options and accommodations. Residents and families appreciate facilities that cater to individual dietary needs and preferences. At El Rio Memory Care, families are allowed to bring in items for their loved ones to enjoy if they don't prefer the meals provided. The Gardens of Modesto The Gardens of Modesto goes the ext ...
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University Of California Merced review score based on 163 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 163 reviews of 42 University Of California Merced memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The University Of California Merced 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
University Of California Merced review score compared against nearby cities
8.4
University Of California Merced, CA42 facilities
8.4
Merced, CA48 facilities
8.4
Franklin, CA43 facilities
Review subcategories for University Of California Merced 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 163 reviews of 42 University Of California Merced memory care communities. This chart helps you compare University Of California Merced 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.University Of California Merced, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.4
Friendliness
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Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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University Of California Merced memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in University Of California Merced memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in University Of California Merced, 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 University Of California Merced 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 University Of California Merced that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
University Of California Merced, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
76.2%
65.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31%
48.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.2%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.8%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.2%
28.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
61.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in University Of California Merced 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 University Of California Merced Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.2%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.4%
46.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in University Of California Merced 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 University Of California Merced partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
University Of California Merced, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.8%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in University Of California Merced 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 University Of California Merced communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.1%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
Room service
57.1%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in University Of California Merced 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 University Of California Merced offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
59.5%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.5%
33.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.1%
28.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.5%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69%
51.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.9%
61%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.5%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.6%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
48%
Dances
Dances
40.5%
31.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cogir of Cedar Creek, Stratford at Beyer Park and Valley Comfort Assisted Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near University Of California Merced, California. See full list of communities.
There are 48 memory care facilities near University Of California Merced, California. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in University Of California Merced, California is Cogir of Cedar Creek. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 48 memory care facilities near you in University Of California Merced, California typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in University Of California Merced, California, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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The cost of memory care facilities in University Of California Merced, California ranges from $480 to $10340. The average Memory Care cost in University Of California Merced, California is $3,966. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in University Of California Merced, California typically starts at $480. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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