10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Sacramento, CA

Carlton Senior Living Sacramento was selected for inclusion in our top 10 list because of the numerous signature programs it offers to memory care residents. With the help of certified facilitators, TimeSlips provides seniors with a fail-proof opportunity to use their imagination to create short stories based on unique photos. Music, rhythm, sound and touch are woven into Drum Circles and SingFit, offering residents sensory experiences and opportunities to make their own instruments. The memory care staff receives extensive hands-on training, and SafelyYou uses artificial intelligence technology to reduce fall-related injuries. Residents can freshen up at the on-site salon, arrange transport for medical appointments and enjoy their furry friend's companionship in the pet-friendly community.

Oakmont of East Sacramento provides independent living, assisted living and memory care services in a luxurious resort-style setting. The community's Traditions memory care program caters to those in the early and advanced stages of dementia in a secure and relaxing environment. Specially trained staff engage residents in the program through music-related group activities and sensory and tactile stimulation. The community is designed for engagement with numerous activity areas throughout the neighborhood. It offers seniors the opportunity to listen to music, view art displays, or engage in activities designed to ignite memories and stimulate dialogue. Residents enjoy restaurant-style dining with a variety of choices, and private dining is available for celebrations and family occasions.

The memory care unit at Sunrise of Sacramento offers engaging programs, sensory stimulation activities, and unique communication techniques to support seniors at all stages of dementia. Life enrichment managers trained in the Validation method, a method of communication that emphasizes empathy and listening, deliver memory-based activities in the community's reminiscence and Terrace Club neighborhoods. Music therapy, art, gardening and fitness classes are among the activities and hobbies available to seniors here. To further engage the senses seniors can enjoy activities such as armchair travel, baking and nature walks. For residents' convenience, there's a beauty salon, bistro, TV room and transportation for appointments.

As a resident of the Village at Heritage Park, seniors with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia can benefit from Frontiers award-winning Spark program, which increases interaction, improves cognitive skills and provides a sense of purpose and accomplishment. Using assessment tools to match activities to strengths and abilities, residents can participate in art therapy, crafts, bowling, bingo, coloring, and fun-themed days. In addition to round-the-clock care and supervision, the program offers a variety of amenities to help residents maintain a high standard of living. There are indoor walking paths, a secure courtyard for exercise and relaxation and a beauty salon to help residents maintain a smart appearance.

Regency Place is located near shops and medical facilities in a quiet residential neighborhood south of downtown Sacramento. With a separate and fully secured memory care neighborhood in the community, seniors with Alzheimer's and other types of dementia can receive expert assistance in daily living activities such as dressing, bathing and toileting, while nurses monitor their health and well-being. There is a secure outdoor area featuring walking paths and shaded patios for residents' enjoyment, and an emergency call system to alert staff 24 hours a day. Each resident's activities are customized to meet their needs and capabilities, including music, readings, card games, intergenerational activities and appropriate outings.

Greenhaven Estates offers a safe, comfortable and stimulating environment for seniors with dementia, Alzheimer's, or other cognitive impairments. Highly skilled dementia caregivers provide 24-hour care including assistance with dressing and bathing while nursing staff tend to medical needs and medications. Residents can participate in exercise programs matched to their abilities to maintain an active lifestyle or enjoy time in the garden tending to the plants. Through activities such as pet therapy, seniors with dementia can enjoy the calming effects of animal companionship. As part of the community, residents have access to a living room where activities and social events are held.

The Golden Pond Senior Living community offers independent and assisted living services, as well as dedicated spaces for seniors with dementia and other debilitating cognitive conditions. Care plans and daily activities for memory care residents are customized to reflect each person's unique interests, needs and abilities. With this person-centered approach, trained caregivers and on-site nurses provide 24-hour care, daily wellness checks, medication assistance and other specialized support. The installation of emergency response systems in each apartment and monitored security systems ensure the safety of residents at all times. The community restaurant serves three meals a day and snacks are provided throughout the day.

As a result of its innovative memory care program, Enliven, The Chateau at River's Edge was selected as one of the top 10 on this list. It provides residents personalized care and innovative programs in a secure residential environment that maximizes independence. Residents can benefit from meaningful activities, cues to facilitate better communication and navigation and meals served at preferred times to provide structure and comfort. Seniors can also practice meditation, participate in brain-health games, play cards with their peers or enjoy a movie in the TV room. A secure outdoor walking path and indoor walking paths ensure residents meet their movement goals regardless of weather, while scheduled transportation ensures timely arrival at medical appointments.

Meadows at Country Place earned a spot in our top 10 due to its stunning location and range of services. The peaceful community, which is nestled behind Lake Greenhaven and only minutes from Greenhaven Park, offers care and support to those with Alzheimer's and other conditions that require specialized care from trained professionals. To limit the risk of agitation and restlessness of those with dementia, the staff provides activities such as exercises and structured, quiet activities later in the day. The presence of familiar objects, photos and furniture arrangements offers a sense of security and evokes memories. Residents are served meals throughout the day in small, healthy portions to ensure they maintain healthy diets and eating habits.

Set in beautifully manicured grounds, Oakmont of Carmichael is a premier senior living community with a secure memory care neighborhood for individuals experiencing Alzheimer's and other dementias. As part of its Traditions memory care program, residents participate in a variety of small group activities based on music and tactile stimulation. The activities, which include music, movies and art are used to evoke pleasant memories and spark conversations. Specially trained caregivers assist with activities of daily living and encourage residents to participate in physical and brain fitness activities to maintain memory and improve cognition. Indoor and outdoor common areas provide seniors with safe places to relax and enjoy the outdoors, while GPS trackers alert staff should any residents wander.