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Memory care in Los Ranchos 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 Los Ranchos is about $4,503 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 10 communities, read 57 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO
1919 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.7
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32 reviews
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32 reviews
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The med-techs and caregivers are amazing. The staff are very kind and capable. Residents seem quite friendly and happy and make friends easily. Its all very clean and lovely and homey. Nightly movies in the...
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.
Welcome to Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLOWe describe our independent and assisted living lifestyles as “simply abundant living” because with us, each day holds endless opportunities to discover your talents and purpose through hobbies and cultural pursuits, serving neighbors, outdoor...
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Photo of The Oaks at Nipomo
2222 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.9
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I recommend The Oaks at Nipomo Assisted Living to anyone looking for an assisted living facility in Nipomo, California, for their loved one. The staff and residents are very friendly, at The Oaks, and...
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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Photo of The Villages of San Luis Obispo
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Lush surroundings … Gourmet dining … Exciting adventures … Lasting friendships … This is life at The Villages.The Villages of San Luis Obispo unite compassionate staff, caring communities, and a comprehensive continuum of care for residents and their families. Our advanced, holistic approach to...
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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.
Photo of Vista Rosa Elder Care
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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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Thank you all for your kindness and loving care to my Mom. I was so worried about my Mom and after a month I see how much she is thriving and how calm she has become. I actually have my Mom back. She...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Village At Sydney Creek-The VillagesThe Village at Sydney Creek - The Villages is an assisted living community located in San Luis Obispo, California, in San Luis Obispo County and home to about 270,000 people. A beautiful area between Los Angeles and San Francisco, San Luis Obispo has lots...
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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.
Photo of Villagio San Luis Obispo, a CCRC ( Fall '21)
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.
Wyndham Residence is located in the quaint town of Arroyo Grande, close to shops, banks and other amenities. Its beautiful country manor architecture features a spacious courtyard and meandering pathways that guide you through colorful gardens, a fruit orchard, and the largest bird aviary on the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Cost of memory care in Los Ranchos, CA

The average cost of senior living in Los Ranchos is $4,503 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Santa Maria, CA with an average of $4,363 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Los Ranchos, CA vs. nearby cities

Los Ranchos, CA
$4,503/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Los Ranchos, CA vs. the state and national average

Los Ranchos, CA
$4,503/mo
U.S. national average
$4,863/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Los Ranchos vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,503/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Los Ranchos, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$3,920/mo
Studio
$4,201/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,895/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,728/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Los Ranchos over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Los Ranchos

Recent reviews for memory care in Los Ranchos

Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO in San Luis Obispo, CA

4.6
I would recommend Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO. It's a small community feel. If you want extra special food, it may not meet your wants. But the food is cooked fresh and is planned by a nutritionist. You need patience waiting for food to be served sometimes. All of my needs are met and I ...
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Santa Maria Terrace

5.0
The employees at Santa Maria Terrace are very helpful. My father has Dementia and can be difficult at times. They are very patience with him and he is settling in as well as can be expected. This is the only one that I found that would allow him to have his dog with him, Labrador.

The Village At Sydney Creek-The Villages in San Luis Obispo, CA

4.5
They have a high level of Alzheimer's care at The Village. My grandpa was doing well after he moved in. The staff were friendly and encouraged him to participate in the activities. He made some new friends during his short time at this community.

Los Ranchos memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Los Ranchos memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Los Ranchos, 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 Ranchos 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 Ranchos that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Los Ranchos, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Los Ranchos 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 Ranchos Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Los Ranchos, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Los Ranchos 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 Ranchos partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Los Ranchos, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
50.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Los Ranchos 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 Ranchos communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Los Ranchos, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Los Ranchos 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 Ranchos offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Los Ranchos, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
30%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Oaks at Nipomo, Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO and Santa Maria Terrace are the top-rated memory care facilities near Los Ranchos, California. See full list of communities.

There are 10 memory care facilities near Los Ranchos, California. See the full list.

The 10 memory care facilities near you in Los Ranchos, 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 Ranchos, 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 Ranchos, 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 Ranchos, California ranges from $2500 to $8290. The average Memory Care cost in Los Ranchos, California is $4,503. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Los Ranchos, California typically starts at $2500. 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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