Sunol Creek Memory Care

Sunol Creek Memory Care: Memory Care in Pleasanton, California

Sunol Creek Memory Care is a senior living community located in Pleasanton, California, dedicated specifically to the care of people with Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias. It opened its doors in 2014 and is part of the Agemark Senior Living network of communities, a family-owned company that has managed senior residences in several states since 1987.

The community presents itself as a specialized care space for families in Pleasanton, Livermore, Dublin, and Fremont, in the East Bay area. Its approach combines professional care, wellness programs, and an environment designed for people with cognitive impairment.

Facilities Designed for Dementia

The building was constructed specifically for memory care. It has two intimate neighborhoods of 20 residents each, allowing for personalized attention and a homelike atmosphere. The environment is designed to reduce confusion and wandering, with controlled access and monitored spaces.

Safety is a central focus: the team provides 24-hour support and individualized care plans for each resident.

Wellness and Enrichment Programs

The community develops wellness and life enrichment programs aimed at fostering residents' physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, as well as their autonomy and self-esteem. Recorded activities include functional fitness sessions adapted to each person, with stretching, strengthening, reaching, and balance exercises, and creative workshops such as making necklaces and bracelets for a luau.

The team also organizes events open to families and caregivers, such as the talk "Smart Support for Dementia Caregiving," featuring presenter Christine Sevier, on technological tools for dementia and the evolution of care needs.

Care and Services Available

Sunol Creek offers memory care with specialized plans and trained staff. The community has on-site health services and a leadership team with defined roles: executive director, sales director, health and wellness director, life enrichment coordinator, office manager, culinary services, and maintenance.

When availability allows, the residence offers short-term respite stays for people with dementia, whether to relieve the caregiver, for recovery after hospitalization, or to try memory care before making a long-term decision.

Recognition and Reputation

The community has been recognized more than once as one of the nation's best memory care communities by U.S. News and World Report. The 2026 recognition is based on anonymous surveys of residents and family members. The residence also maintains a blog with articles on topics such as the conversation about memory care or guilt as a barrier to seeking help.

Costs and Admission Options

According to published information, the cost of memory care in Pleasanton typically ranges from $6,000 to more than $10,000 per month, depending on care needs and services. At Sunol Creek, the base rate starts at $5,495 per month for the room, and care costs begin at $770 per month. The residence applies personalized pricing based on each resident's situation.

The community holds RCFE license No. 019200484.

Location and Contact

5980 Sunol Blvd, Pleasanton, CA 94566 · Phone: 925-846-8283