Burlingame Villa is a memory care community located in Burlingame, California, specializing in support for seniors living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The facility is designed specifically to accommodate residents experiencing memory loss, offering a secure community environment and individualized care programs tailored to cognitive needs. Burlingame Villa is a memory care-only community and does not serve residents with needs outside of this specialization.

The care and medical support at Burlingame Villa are focused on assisting residents with a range of needs associated with memory impairment. Staff are equipped to provide full assistance with activities of daily living including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Medication management is available, with protocols in place to ensure proper administration. The community is also prepared to support residents with diabetes and those requiring incontinence or ambulatory care. Burlingame Villa accepts residents with psychiatric conditions related to dementia and is able to accommodate both English and Spanish speakers.

To promote safety, Burlingame Villa is a secured facility to prevent wandering and ensure a protected environment for those with memory loss. The building and outdoor spaces, including a garden, are designed for accessibility and familiarity to foster comfort and reduce confusion for residents. On-site services include a barber and beauty salon. While caregivers are reported as attentive and compassionate, there is no on-site medical or nursing staff, which may be a consideration for residents with more complex healthcare needs.

Transportation services are offered at cost and are primarily intended for medical appointments and non-medical purposes as needed. However, transportation is limited in frequency, which has been cited as a drawback for some families seeking regular access to appointments or offsite activities.

Resident and family feedback highlights positive aspects such as supportive, warm staff, and individualized attention. Families often feel reassured by the safety and sense of community. Nonetheless, concerns have been voiced about evening staffing levels, with three staff members typically present for 27 residents, and about an older, sometimes dated physical environment. Issues such as occasional odors and small shared spaces are also noted. While dietary accommodations and snacks are available, the affordability and value in relation to staffing and amenities are points of consideration for prospective residents and their families.

Costs at this community start at $7,295 and range up to $7,500. The average price in the community is $7,398, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,983. The cost of memory care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.