Cedar Creek Alzheimer's and Dementia Care

    15245 National Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95032
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Compassionate professional dementia care community

    My mother has Alzheimer's and my sister moved in three years ago; from day one the staff and administration have been welcoming, compassionate, and clearly knowledgeable about dementia. The care is exceptional and professional - med techs and RAs are patient and loving, they educated our family, supported us through hospice and mourned with us, and daily activities (yoga, trivia, music and animal visits) keep residents engaged. The strong sense of community and attentive check-ins give me real peace of mind; I highly recommend this facility for humane, top-tier dementia care.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.58·(12)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.8
    • Staff

      4.8
    • Meals

      4.6
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      4.6

    Pros

    • Compassionate, knowledgeable staff specializing in Alzheimer’s/dementia care
    • Exceptional, personalized and attentive care
    • Calm, respectful, and professional interactions
    • Strong sense of community among residents and families
    • Abundant and engaging activities (yoga, trivia, memory prompts, music, animal visits)
    • Caring medtechs and resident assistants
    • Staff educate and support families about dementia
    • Supportive end-of-life and hospice transition care
    • Welcoming administration and staff
    • Large outdoor area and wide, accessible halls
    • Activity room and dining room available
    • Encouragement of family involvement (meals, visits, events)

    Cons

    • Private rooms are more expensive
    • Facilities described as relatively basic
    • Reviewers did not detail food quality or upscale amenities

    Summary of reviews

    Overall sentiment: The reviews present Cedar Creek Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care very positively, with repeated emphasis on high-quality, specialized dementia care and a compassionate culture. Families describe relief and peace of mind from placing loved ones there and frequently recommend the community. The dominant impression across the summaries is that staff take a deeply humane, patient, and family-oriented approach to care.

    Care quality and staff: Reviewers consistently highlight staff expertise in Alzheimer’s and dementia, calling the team compassionate, knowledgeable, and patient. Medtechs and resident assistants receive explicit praise, and reviewers note thorough check-ins, professional interactions, and staff who go above and beyond routine duties. Several comments stress that staff not only deliver good clinical care but also provide emotional support—mourning with families and facilitating dignified hospice transitions—indicating strong person-centered and end-of-life care practices.

    Activities, social life, and community: A strong social program and community life are repeatedly mentioned. Daily activities cited include yoga, trivia, memory questions, music visitors, and animal visits; an activity room and a dining room host social events. Families report an engaged resident community and frequent opportunities for visitors to participate (for example, being encouraged to join for meals), which reinforces a family-inclusive atmosphere. This combination of structured activities and spontaneous social support appears to contribute to a strong sense of belonging among residents and relatives.

    Facilities and physical environment: Several practical features are noted: wide halls, a big outdoor area, private rooms (available, though more costly), an activity room, and a dining room. At the same time, multiple reviewers describe the facilities as "pretty basic," suggesting the physical plant is functional and comfortable but not luxurious. The environment is depicted as calm and appropriate for dementia care, prioritizing safety and accessibility over upscale amenities.

    Management, communication, and family engagement: Administration and front-line staff are described as welcoming and accommodating. Families report that staff educate them about dementia and offer guidance, helping relatives understand evolving needs and care strategies. Reviewers emphasize positive engagement from management and staff who encourage visits, adapt to residents’ levels and preferences, and create peace of mind for families—hallmarks of effective communication and partnership with families.

    Patterns, longevity, and recommendations: Reviewers include accounts of long-term residency (multiple years) and placing more than one family member in the community, which implies trust and satisfaction over time. The most commonly stated recommendation is to consider Cedar Creek for dementia-specific care because of the compassionate staff, strong programming, and supportive culture.

    Concerns and caveats: The primary negatives are financial and material: private rooms carry a higher price, and the facilities are characterized as basic rather than upscale. Reviewers do not provide much detail about dining quality or other luxury amenities, so prospective families who prioritize those aspects should inquire directly. As with any placement, visitors should tour the community, ask about room costs and what is included, and discuss specific clinical and social needs to confirm the fit.

    Bottom line: Cedar Creek Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care is consistently praised for its dementia expertise, compassionate and professional staff, robust activity programming, and strong family engagement. It appears especially well-suited for families seeking a caring, community-oriented environment focused on dignity and specialized dementia support, while those seeking high-end physical facilities or lower-cost private rooms should factor those considerations into their decision-making.

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    Location

    Map showing location of Cedar Creek Alzheimer's and Dementia Care

    Cedar Creek Alzheimer's and Dementia Care is located at 15245 National Ave, Los Gatos, CA, 95032.

    About Cedar Creek Alzheimer's and Dementia Care

    Cedar Creek Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Center sits in Los Gatos, California, and has cared for people with memory loss since 1996, focusing on Alzheimer's and dementia and giving each resident support for their unique needs, so if you or your loved one needs assisted living, memory care, or nursing services, this place covers all those options, even independent living, and what's nice about Cedar Creek is they have a dedicated center just for Alzheimer's and dementia care, where the staff-like licensed nurses, vocational nurses, assistants, and social workers-keep a close watch and treat each person with respect and acceptance for who they are at every stage, and you can see the effort in how they designed the place with private or semi-private rooms, some with kitchenettes, individual closets, and half baths, and they've even thought of touches like personal display cases by each door so families can put out photos and keepsakes. The grounds are secure, and everyone can enjoy fresh air with patios and gardens, while inside you'll find regular meals in the dining rooms, easy access to laundry services, beauty salons, and a hydration station for good health. Residents can meet with visiting doctors, dentists, and podiatrists on-site, and staff help with daily activities and medication, offering one-on-one services for an added fee. Cedar Creek accepts up to 58 residents, and their caregivers know what to watch for as memory changes, offering social activities and recreation so each person can find enjoyment and feel like they belong, and whether you need respite care, nursing services, or ongoing support, the community aims to give residents a safe and caring home, always focused on memory care, with specialized programs and around-the-clock supervision from staff who really treat everyone like family. Cedar Creek also runs similar memory care communities in Castro Valley and nearby East Bay and South Bay areas, but in every location, you'll find that same commitment to helping those with memory loss lead as rich and independent a life as possible, with features and amenities tailored to dementia and Alzheimer's needs.

    People often ask...

    Cedar Creek Alzheimer's and Dementia Care offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $7,500 per month.

    Cedar Creek Alzheimer's and Dementia Care offers assisted living and memory care.

    There are 10 photos of Cedar Creek Alzheimer's and Dementia Care on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 15245 National Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95032.

    No, Cedar Creek Alzheimer's and Dementia Care does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In California, the Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division licenses residential care facilities for the elderly, conducting inspections and investigating complaints.

    License number435201413
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity58 residents
    LicenseeALTACARE CEDAR CREEK;FOREVER YOUNG AL LOS GATO INC
    EffectiveSeptember 25th, 2003
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    Inspection Reports

    11

    Reports

    0

    Citations

    2

    Complaints

    6

    Years

    08 Apr 2026Complaint
    Investigated a complaint alleging issues with meal quality, communication with the responsible party, provision of policies, and medication administration; the investigation concluded these allegations were unfounded.
    16 Sept 2025Inspection
    Found no deficiencies during the visit.
    18 Aug 2025Complaint
    Found insufficient evidence to prove the allegation that a resident's transferring needs were not met. No deficiencies were cited.
    10 Jul 2025Inspection
    Observed that one resident could communicate their needs and respond to care, while another could not communicate their needs; no deficiencies were cited.
    25 Oct 2024Inspection
    Identified an incident in which a resident slapped another; staff separated them and no physical harm was observed.
    20 Sept 2024Inspection
    Found overall compliance with safety and care standards; no citations were issued.
    20 Sept 2022Inspection
    Observed an unannounced annual visit with entry screening and infection control measures in place, adequate PPE and food supplies, and normal temperatures; no violations were cited.
    14 Sept 2021Inspection
    Observed infection-control measures at the site, including a centralized entry point with temperature screening, PPE availability, and hand hygiene reminders, with all residents and staff fully vaccinated; no deficiencies cited.
    04 Feb 2021Inspection
    Investigated an incident of alleged abuse and found no evidence of abuse based on interviews and records.
    30 Dec 2020Inspection
    Observed no deficiencies in infection control practices during a tele-visit addressing COVID-19 protection.
    10 Dec 2020Inspection
    Identified an alleged sexual abuse of a resident; Adult Protective Services and the Long-Term Care Ombudsman were notified, and a tele-visit with the administrator was conducted to review records.

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