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Aldersly

326 Mission Avenue

4.6(26 ratings)· San Rafael average: 4.4

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Quick Facts

Total units
137
Licensed capacity
137 residents

California CDSS

Licensed operator
Aldersly/Life Care Services,LLC
Care Model
Move between care levels at little added cost
Heritage
Nonprofit founded 100+ years ago for Danish immigrants
Memory Care Technology
Holographic light-based game system for dementia residents

What Families Think

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 highlight the beautiful grounds, active social calendar, and the reassurance of being able to move between independent living, assisted living, and memory care without major additional cost. All five reviews shared are highly positive, with no significant complaints raised.

The Good

  • Staff described as warm, dedicated, and consistently helpful
  • Highly rated dining program with variety and flexibility
  • Beautiful, peaceful gardens and walking paths
  • Robust, engaging activities calendar
  • Continuum of care lets residents age in place
  • Clean, well-maintained grounds and departments

The Bad

  • No published pricing information available

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

About Aldersly

Aldersly is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care retirement community located in San Rafael, California. Situated in a quiet neighborhood with lush gardens and views of Mt. Tam, Aldersly offers a Life Plan community model that allows residents to transition between levels of care as needed at virtually no additional cost.

The community provides independent living residences through its newly expanded Marselisborg section, offering amenities designed to support an active and engaged lifestyle. Residents benefit from chef-driven menus with multiple dining venues, including Mortensen's 115 Lounge with Mt. Tam views and a casual café. The community organizes regular social activities and celebrations such as bocce ball, rummikub, parades, outdoor cookouts, and movie nights, along with abundant walking paths throughout the neighborhood.

For those requiring additional support, Aldersly offers Rosenborg Assisted Living residences where residents receive care while maintaining their preferred lifestyle. The newly updated Rosenborg Memory Care provides specialized care for Alzheimer's and dementia, featuring technologically advanced residences and the Heartfelt Connections—A Memory Care Program, which emphasizes a compassionate, whole-person approach.

Founded over 100 years ago as a nonprofit retirement community for Danish immigrants, Aldersly embodies the Danish concept of hygge—celebrating coziness, comfort, and deep connection to friends and family. The community welcomes all residents and maintains its heritage of hospitality and community care.

Types of Care

Assisted Living

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Reviews

4.6overall · 26 ratings combined

4.6★ on Google (26)

Susie Q

Apr 2026

via Google

My mom has been an Independent Living resident at Aldersly for a couple of years now and we could not be more pleased. The apartments are charming and there is a real sense of community there. The food continues to be outstanding. The dining program feels more like a restaurant experience than senior living, and my mom talks about it every time I visit. They just had a crab feed that was super fun. The activities calendar is genuinely robust. There is always something going on and she has never been more socially active. My mom enjoyed going to the de Young museum recently. We also heard that Aldersly is expanding the fitness center, which is exciting news! Aldersly keeps getting better and we are so glad my mom calls it home.

Maya Thackston

Apr 2026

via Google

I am a RN from an outside agency . I am writing this review because the care here is outstanding . Melanie , Sourabh, Garman and Cherry are the dream team. They employ top notch medication technicians and caregivers. The motto appears to be " I always have time to help." The residents are always happy, and the grounds are super clean . I am always impressed with the activities here . I would give them 10 stars, but my option is only 5 . If my loved one ever needed extra help, I would definitely choose Aldersly . They are amazing

Albert Brewster

Apr 2026

via Google

After living here for nine months we feel very fortunate to have Aldersly. It truly is a wonderful place to grow older. What stands out most is the people, the staff are consistently warm, caring, and dedicated. They genuinely go out of their way to help. The food is excellent, with plenty of variety and flexibility, and meals or something we look forward to every day. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful with gardens and walking paths that make it a pleasure to just be outside. There’s always something going on too, exercise classes, music, lectures. Engaged. We also appreciate the practical: Well maintained departments, helpful services like transportation and IT support and the reassurance of a full continuum of care as needs All in all, to us Aldersly Offers a rare combination of warmth, quality, and peace of mind. It feels like home.

Beckett Thomas

Apr 2026

via Google

Our family recently toured Aldersly's Memory Care community while looking for the right fit for my mom, and we came away very impressed. Michael, the Sales Director, was welcoming and took time to genuinely answer our questions. The community feels warm and well cared for, and the garden grounds are absolutely beautiful. The food was a highlight and the menu is thoughtful and clearly an important part of daily life for residents. What really caught our attention was the Happiness Program, a light-based holographic game system designed specifically for people living with dementia. Watching the demonstration was fascinating. It's engaging and joyful, and you can see how it brings real moments of connection to residents throughout the day. Aldersly gives our family a lot of confidence as we work through this decision. If you're exploring Memory Care options, this community is well worth a visit.

Daniele Desmoulins Perez-Venero

Apr 2026

via Google

A wonderful place with a caring atmosphere. Aldersly Retirement Community is even better than I ever dreamed of. The location is great, and one doesn't feel cut off from the world; you can still live a normal life without the need for a car. What stands out most to me is the kindness of everyone here, from top to bottom. They truly aim to please and resolve whatever problems may arise. Our dinners are wonderful, and we have a great chef! One really has to come and visit to see what I mean—I have only been here eight months, but I already love the place. Daniele PV

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Aldersly offer?

Aldersly offers Assisted Living.

Where is Aldersly located?

Aldersly is located at 326 Mission Avenue in San Rafael, California.

What do families say about Aldersly?

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 highlight the beautiful grounds, active social calendar, and the reassurance of being able to move between independent living, assisted living, and memory care without major additional cost. All five reviews shared are highly positive, with no significant complaints raised.

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