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Best Memory Care in San Rafael, California

6 communities found

MyLivingChoice lists 6 memory care communities in San Rafael. Families rate them 4.5 out of 5 on average, across 151 public reviews.

  • 6communities
  • 4.5average rating, 6 rated
  • 151family reviews read

Best-rated memory care in San Rafael

Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.

  1. 1

    Drake Terrace

    4.8 (53 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 130 units

    Families describe Drake Terrace as a warm, well-run community where staff are attentive and residents quickly feel at home. Reviewers highlight responsive management, good food, and engaging activities including off-site…

  2. 2

    Almavia Of San Rafael

    4.8 (20 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 160 units

    Families describe AlmaVia of San Rafael as a warm, attentive assisted living and memory care community where staff build personal relationships with residents and keep families closely informed. Reviewers consistently…

  3. 3

    Aldersly

    4.6 (26 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care· 137 units

    Families consistently praise Aldersly for its warm, attentive staff and strong dining program, describing the San Rafael Life Plan Community as a place where residents feel genuinely cared for and engaged. Reviewers…

  4. 4

    Aegis Living San Rafael

    4.5 (11 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care

    Families describe Aegis Living San Rafael as a newly built, upscale community with warm, highly engaged leadership and a strikingly designed memory care neighborhood. Reviewers repeatedly praise the on-site General…

  5. 5

    Cogir of San Rafael

    4.3 (19 reviews)· Memory Care

    Families who reviewed this memory care community describe kind, attentive staff, engaged residents, and good communication. One reviewer said a sister with Alzheimer's and Lewy Body Dementia improved physically over…

  6. 6

    The Vincent

    4.1 (22 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 126 units

    Families describe The Vincent as a warm, well-run assisted living and memory care community in San Rafael, praising attentive caregivers, cleanliness, and a transparent care-level system. Most reviewers report a strong,…

What families say about memory care in San Rafael

Counted across the review summaries of 6 San Rafael communities: the share whose families mention each theme.

Praised most

  • Caring, attentive staff 100%
  • Food and dining 83%
  • Activities and social life 83%
  • Building and grounds 67%
  • Communication with families 50%

Concerns raised

  • Cost and billing 83%
  • Communication with families 50%
  • Staff attitude 17%
  • Staffing levels and turnover 17%

“My sister was at Cogir of San Rafael for nearly two years. She suffers from Alzheimer’s and Lewy Body Dementia. It was a very positive experience for her. She actually improved physically during her stay.The care was exceptional as well as communication with the staff along the way.”

Memory Care in San Rafael: the figures

  • •Most common amenities: private rooms (6), social activities (6), 24-hour staff (6), medication management (6), gathering / activity spaces (6), housekeeping (6).

Memory Care near San Rafael

Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.

CityCommunitiesRating
Novato5.1 mi94.7 / 5
El Cerrito16.3 mi54.2 / 5
Petaluma16.7 mi174.3 / 5
San Francisco18.6 mi634.5 / 5
Sonoma19.3 mi74.4 / 5
Vallejo19.4 mi214.1 / 5
Berkeley19.7 mi93.9 / 5
Oakland23.7 mi494.3 / 5

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About these figures

Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 6 communities listed in San Rafael, 151 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.

Reading on this

Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in San Rafael ask about.

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Memory Care in San Rafael: Common Questions

How many memory care communities are in San Rafael, California?

MyLivingChoice lists 6 memory care communities in San Rafael, California, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.

Which memory care communities in San Rafael are rated highest?

Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Drake Terrace (4.8★, 53 ratings), Almavia Of San Rafael (4.8★, 20 ratings), Aldersly (4.6★, 26 ratings).

What types of senior care are available in San Rafael?

Beyond memory care, San Rafael has assisted living (12 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (7 communities), independent living (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.

How do families rate memory care in San Rafael?

Families rate San Rafael memory care communities 4.5 out of 5 on average, across 151 public Google reviews of local communities.

What do families praise, and complain about, in San Rafael memory care communities?

Across the review summaries of 6 San Rafael communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 100%), food and dining (mentioned for 83%), activities and social life (mentioned for 83%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (83%), communication with families (50%), staff attitude (17%).