Memory care · Dementia care · Alzheimer's care
Memory care near you
Memory care is care for people living with Alzheimer's disease or another dementia, usually in a secure part of an assisted living community or nursing home. Tell us where you're looking and we'll help you find options nearby, free.
What to look for in a memory care home
- Safety: secure doors and outdoor areas, and how the home prevents wandering.
- Staff: how many staff are on each shift, including nights, and what dementia training they have.
- Daily life: structured activities, meals and help with eating, bathing and medications.
- Changing needs: what happens if care needs increase, and when a move to a nursing home would be needed.
- Price: the full monthly cost and what's included. Medicare doesn't pay for long-term care (Medicare.gov: Long-term care).
Memory care homes in California
77 licensed assisted living homes in California mention memory care, Alzheimer's or dementia in their name, according to California Department of Social Services data. Many other homes also provide dementia care, so ask each one.
Largest first. Source: CDSS licensing data (CHHS Open Data: Community Care Licensing Facilities, CC BY). Check each home's license on the CDSS Care Facility Search.
Nursing homes by state
Common questions
Does Medicare pay for memory care?
Medicare doesn't pay for long-term care, which includes the room, board and personal care in a memory care or assisted living home (Medicare.gov: Long-term care). It can still cover medical care such as doctor visits.
Does Medicaid pay for memory care?
It may, depending on your state's eligibility rules and programs (Medicare.gov: Long-term care). Ask your state Medicaid agency and each home whether they accept it.
What's the difference between memory care and assisted living?
Memory care is usually a secure part of an assisted living community or nursing home for people living with dementia, with staff trained in dementia care. Compare care types →