Best Memory Care in Oakland, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 14 memory care providers in Oakland, CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in CA
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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Piedmont Gardens
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Oakland
321
Facility 321
CA AVG 116
Rank #40 / 1,021
Yes
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 56
Rank #1 / 1,105
?20
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #294 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 12
Rank #42 / 973
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #408 / 925
Humangood & Humangood NorcalStudio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
St. Paul’s Towers
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Oakland (Adams Point)
320
Facility 320
CA AVG 116
Rank #41 / 1,021
Yes
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 56
Rank #25 / 1,105
?18
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #385 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #298 / 979
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 12
Rank #16 / 973
74.7%
Facility 74.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #471 / 925
Front Porch Communities And ServicesStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Mercy Retirement and Care Center
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Oakland (Saint Elizabeth)
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 116
Rank #203 / 1,021
No
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 56
Rank #67 / 1,105
?26
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #611 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #298 / 979
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 12
Rank #126 / 973
31.9%
Facility 31.9%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #917 / 925
Mercy Ret & Care Ctr And Elder Care Alliance-
Merrill Gardens at Rockridge
MC
AL
IL
Oakland (Shafter)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 116
Rank #238 / 1,021
Yes
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 56
Rank #34 / 1,105
B+33
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #664 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #579 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #551 / 973
89.3%
Facility 89.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #183 / 925
Shi-III Mg Rockridge Gp LLC And Merrill Gardens LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Oakland Hills
MC
AL
Oakland (Crestmont)
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 116
Rank #507 / 1,021
Yes
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,005 / 1,105
A-12
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #471 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 12
Rank #911 / 973
92.0%
Facility 92.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #150 / 925
Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed
Dimond Care LLC
MC
AL
RESC
Oakland (Foothill)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
No
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 56
Rank #131 / 1,105
A+4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 12
Rank #230 / 973
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #619 / 925
Dimond Care LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
The Point at Rockridge Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Oakland (Rockridge)
186
Facility 186
CA AVG 116
Rank #133 / 1,021
Yes
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 56
Rank #25 / 1,105
B54
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #773 / 956
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #716 / 979
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 12
Rank #212 / 973
61.3%
Facility 61.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #739 / 925
Ag-Acp Rockridge Trs LLC And Integral Snr Lvg Mgmt LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Lakeshore Residential Care
MC
AL
HOS
Oakland (East Lake)
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 116
Rank #812 / 1,021
No
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 56
Rank #99 / 1,105
C24
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #664 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #298 / 979
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 12
Rank #275 / 973
92.1%
Facility 92.1%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #149 / 925
Gaffar Enterprises, Inc-
Merrill Gardens at Rockridge
MC
AL
IL
Oakland (Shafter)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 116
Rank #238 / 1,021
Yes
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 56
Rank #25 / 1,105
B+33
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #664 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #579 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #551 / 973
89.3%
Facility 89.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #183 / 925
Shi-III Mg Rockridge Gp LLC And Merrill Gardens LLC-
Dimond Care
MC
AL
RESC
Oakland (Upper Dimond)
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 116
Rank #832 / 1,021
No
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 56
Rank #78 / 1,105
D+6
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #172 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #579 / 979
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 12
Rank #230 / 973
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #173 / 925
Dimond Care, LLC-

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other CA memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 14 analyzed for Oakland. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Piedmont Gardens

Experience award-winning care and support from Piedmont Gardens, which is ideally located in the charming neighborhood of Oakland, CA, offering a continuum of care services, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-stay rehabilitation. The community works hard to meet seniors’ needs and preferences with round-the-clock care from a compassionate care team. Piedmont Gardens was awarded the Best Continuing Care Community in 2024 by U.S. News, proving its exceptional quality.

With its dedication to improving seniors’ quality of life, the community conducts a lot of fun activities and exciting events. Piedmont Gardens perfectly fuses the city bustle with its serene campus, ensuring residents can easily access their needs and desires.

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Overview of St. Paul’s Towers

Enjoy a worry-free retirement at St. Paul’s Towers, a dedicated life-plan community in Oaklanc, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Featuring beautifully designed and spacious studio to two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can keep their peace of mind with the community’s weekly housekeeping, linen services, and round-the-clock security.

With a variety of engaging activities and enriching programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. Delightful and well-balanced meals are also served in different dining venues to foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs and preferences. The community is equipped with libraries, an art studio, a game room, a hair salon, a community store, and a rooftop garden, creating the ideal setting for residents’ recreation and wellness.

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Dimond Care LLC

3003 Fruitvale Ave, Oakland, CA 94602
Overview of Dimond Care

Dimond Care provides assisted living, memory care, and residential care in Oakland’s Foothill neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering. Having these care types in one community may suit someone whose needs change over time.

With six beds, the home offers private and shared rooms. The small size may suit someone who prefers a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. John F. Blain serves as the administrator.

Residents receive three meals cooked at home each day, with attention to dietary and nutritional requirements. Weekly music sessions, art workshops, gentle exercise and stretching, cooking classes, movie nights, games, and vegetable gardening provide recurring ways to take part in activities. Transportation services are available as well, and the area has a Walk Score of 87, meaning most errands can be completed on foot by a resident who no longer drives.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Rockridge

Take in the stunning views of Coronado Avenue, Oakland, CA, with Merrill Gardens at Rockridge’s astounding senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Live in comfort and elegance within the beautifully crafted and spacious Merrill Gardens at Rockridge accommodations with 126 various studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. With round-the-clock care and assistance from a compassionate and highly qualified team, seniors let go of their worries and receive the utmost attention for their needs and interests.

Maintain a well-engaged lifestyle with a wide range of exciting activities and fun learning programs. Create meaningful moments within Merrill Gardens at Rockridge’s spacious and welcoming communal spaces. Enjoy delightful and healthy meals any time you prefer to meet dietary requirements and tastes. Merrill Gardens at Rockridge is ideal for seniors aiming to maximize their freedom and receive the necessary support to experience the finest retirement.

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Overview of The Point at Rockridge Senior Living

The Point at Rockridge Senior Living is an award-winning senior living community in Oakland, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community offers distinctive floor plans, including studio and one-bedroom options each with a kitchenette and refrigerator. Emergency call systems and a dedicated team is available 24/7 to provide support and assistance should residents need it.

Recognized as a Best Assisted Living community by the U.S. news and World Report, the community proves its excellence in providing unparalleled care and senior living services. With services like weekly housekeeping and concierge services, residents enjoy utmost convenience and peace of mind. A wide array of beautiful amenities, such as elegant private dining rooms, fitness center, salon, cozy common areas, fitness center, and restaurant-style dining, add to the charm and advantage of living in The Point at Rockridge Senior Living.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Rockridge

Found in Oakland, California, Merrill Gardens at Rockridge stands out as a vibrant and thoughtfully designed community. Owned by a family company, it offers both independent senior living and memory care services, excelling particularly in providing top-notch assisted living facilities. Residents can trust in the commitment to premier care, ensuring privacy, security, and exceptional support services.
This community goes beyond the basics, featuring a variety of amenities for a well-rounded lifestyle. From cozy studio to one-bedroom units with kitchenettes and private balconies, Merrill Gardens at Rockridge caters to diverse preferences. The community spaces include a movie theater, living areas, game room, landscaped courtyard, library, computer room, and fitness center. With a calendar brimming with activities and proximity to cafes, restaurants, antique shops, and bookstores, residents can enjoy both convenience and an engaging social environment. The addition of a concierge further enhances the overall experience, providing a seamless living experience for those seeking various assisted living levels of care.

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Overview of Lakeshore Residential Care

Lakeshore Residential Care offers assisted living, memory care, hospice care, and respite care in Oakland, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and taking medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while hospice care focuses on comfort for a resident with a terminal illness. Respite care supports short stays when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care options may be a good fit for a resident whose needs include daily-task assistance, secure supervision, end-of-life support, or a temporary stay. With 38 beds, Lakeshore Residential Care is a smaller community that may suit someone who prefers a setting with fewer residents.

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Overview of Mercy Retirement and Care Center

Mercy Retirement and Care Center, with a rich history dating back to 1872, is a trusted community offering a spectrum of services, including assisted living apartments, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Renowned for its commitment to compassion and excellence, this award-winning center guarantees maintenance-free living and long-term health care. They prioritize building personal relationships with residents, creating a secure environment that enhances the overall well-being of seniors and their families.
Beyond the assurance of top-notch care, Mercy Retirement and Care Center provides homelike amenities, restaurant-quality dining, and engaging activities. The community’s vibrant spaces, adorned with panoramic views of the Oakland hills and San Francisco Bay, offer an elevated living experience. Residents can choose from private deluxe and dual studio apartments, emphasizing the center’s dedication to creating a residential assisted living atmosphere that truly prioritizes the comfort and satisfaction of senior living.

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Ivy Park at Oakland Hills

11889 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619
Overview of Ivy Park at Oakland Hills

Situated in Oakland, California, Ivy Park at Oakland Hills stands as a reliable residential assisted living facility, providing trustworthy support for seniors in need. Specializing in both assisted living and memory care, this community distinguishes itself with breathtaking views that enhance the overall ambiance. Outdoor spaces are thoughtfully designed, offering seniors an enjoyable environment to relish fresh air and sunlight.

The assisted living facility boasts a range of amenities, including a library, hydro spa, bistro, activity studios, and more. Ivy Park at Oakland Hills really exemplifies the essence of assisted living communities, offering a comprehensive and enriching experience for those seeking top-notch assisted living facilities.

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Dimond Care

3003 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, CA 94602
Overview of Dimond Care

Dimond Care provides assisted living, memory care, and residential care in Oakland, California. Assisted living can help residents with daily tasks, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having several care types in one community may suit a resident whose support needs could grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

Dimond Care has 30 beds. It is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. The home is in the Upper Dimond neighborhood and is wheelchair accessible, supporting physical access for residents who use wheelchairs. A fitness center, gardens, and a koi pond provide places for exercise and outdoor time on site.

The area has a Walk Score of 91, considered a walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. John F. Blain serves as the administrator.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Memory Care in Oakland at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 81/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Oakland, CA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 138The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Oakland, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Oakland, CA

What is the average cost of memory care in Oakland, CA?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Oakland, CA is approximately $6,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Oakland, CA?

Memory care in Oakland, CA typically ranges from $5,000–$8,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Oakland, CA?

Memory care communities in Oakland, CA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in California?

Assisted living in California supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does California Medicaid cover memory care?

California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including California) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 14 memory care communities in Oakland, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.