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Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care

111 Merrydale Rd, San Rafael, CA

Memory CareAssisted Living

4.327 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care

Nestled next to Los Ranchitos Park, Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care offers a calming atmosphere that is designed just for memory care. The community features a contemporary exterior with vintage touches within its halls. Intentionally designed to provide residents a familiar, homely environment, the community offers thoughtful spaces and meaningful activities to stimulate residents and help them feel a sense of purpose. Respite care and hospice care are also available for residents facing unique circumstances. The community’s location offers ease and convenience for residents. Residents can dine at local restaurants, shop at Northgate shopping mall, grab groceries from big-box stores, and receive medical care at the nearby medical center. The area also offers other activity options. Visit a neighboring church, feed ducks at the pond in Lagoon Park, check out books from the Civic Center Library, grab fresh produce from the Thursday Marin Farmers’ Market, attend seasonal events at the Marin County Fairgrounds, and more! Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care Details The community strives to offer a supportive environment to residents with memory impairments. They partner with residents’ families and loved ones to get a deep sense of each individual’s history, lifestyle, and preferences. This knowledge is then used to guide communication, redirect behaviors, and reinforce safety. The highly skilled care team offers the expertise and care needed to support each resident's changing needs. Care services are tailored to the individual and include scheduled transportation, assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, incontinence management, diabetes assistance, and more. The community also offers daily farm-fresh meals with special diet options available. The community’s innovative programming offers residents several opportunities to connect with cherished memories and enjoy meaningful activities. Life skill stations encourage positive memories, the floral courtyard enables residents to enjoy some fresh air and refresh, and the vintage cafe helps residents reminisce. Residents can also help themselves to community spaces like the salon, garden, fireplace, lounge, activity center, and more! Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care Living Arrangements Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care offers unique floor plans tailored for residents’ unique lifestyles. Residents can choose from studio and one-bedroom apartments. Apartments feature striking details and beautiful home finishes. Pets are also welcome! Additionally, the community helps ensure resident safety by offering 24-hour security, surveillance, and emergency response throughout the property. Join a community dedicated to helping each resident lead with their best foot forward! Care Types Offered Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care is a residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), which in the state of California is a housing arrangement for persons 60 years or older where supervision and personal care is provided based on the needs of the residents. These facilities are also known as assisted living facilities and board and care facilities. A residential care facility may provide care for residents with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care also offers Master-Care - Master•Care is an Enhanced Care Management and Community Support provider in multiple California counties and is contracted with multiple Managed Care Plans. This program helps bridge between the healthcare world, the private-pay world and the Managed Care world, Master•Care helps bring together needed services — on a case-by-case basis — to improve outcomes and reduce financial burden.

Family and resident feedback

4.3 out of 5 from 27 reviews

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★★★★★

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High marks for Cogir of San Rafael

My sister was at Cogir of San Rafael for nearly two years. She has Alzheimer’s and Lewy Body dementia. All in all it was a positive experience. The care was excellent on all levels. In addition communication with the staff from the Executive Director on down was excellent. It proved comforting to be able to get updates on her progress when I sought them. The facility is very pleasant and the one bedroom apartment I had secured was very attractive and comfortable. I would recommend Cogir of San Rafael to anyone s

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Thank you for your positive review!

April 7, 2026
Karen PApril 1, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

So very grateful

We moved my friend to Cogir of San Rafael from another facility. What a difference! Actually, there is no comparison. She is living instead of existing. She is happy and has the freedom to wheel around the community in her chair. Thank you all for your passionate care and helping her to live fully. We are so very grateful!!

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Thank you for your positive review!

March 26, 2026
Peg GMarch 25, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Cogir Experience

I recently visited my aunt at Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care and had a very positive experience. The facility was clean, well-maintained, and felt welcoming from the moment I walked in. The staff were kind, respectful, and attentive, and it was clear they truly care about the residents. What stood out to me the most was how well the residents seemed to be taken care of. My aunt looked comfortable and happy, which gave me a lot of peace of mind. It’s not always easy finding a place you can trust, but this visit le

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Thank you for your positive review!

March 26, 2026
Lisa GMarch 23, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

my husband is currently a resident

Everyday I'm thankful for the kind and compassionate care that my husband receives at Cogir. The staff is always positive, and gives personal attention to each resident. They genuinely care about their people. They have been so supportive through all phases of transitioning my husband during the move, and through his changing needs.

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Thank you for your wonderful review!

February 24, 2026
Martha CFebruary 23, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

I recently toured this memory care facility while looking for the right place for my loved one, and I was truly impressed. The staff were warm, patient, and took the time to answer all of my questions without ever making me feel rushed. The environment felt clean, secure, and welcoming, and it was clear that the residents are treated with dignity and kindness. Choosing memory care is such an emotional decision, but after my visit, I left feeling more at peace and confident about this option.

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February 19, 2026
Nancy BFebruary 17, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Excellent place to live. Great staff

Cojir Memory Care in San Rafael is top of the line in memory care and has very professional staff. They seem to truly care and it gives my family a real peace of mind. I feel very comfortable leaving my father there. Highly recommend!

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Thank you for your positive review!

February 19, 2026
Anonymous AFebruary 16, 2026

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Memory Care, Assisted Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 1, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Room Service
  • Gluten-free
  • Vegan
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Guest Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Professional Chef
  • Anytime Dining
  • No Sugar
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Meals Provided
  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room

Health & wellness

  • Incontinence Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Medication Management
  • Memory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Services & convenience

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • Filipino
  • English
  • French
  • Spanish

Activities & engagement

  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Happy Hour
  • Holiday Parties
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Activities On-site
  • Activities Off-site
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Art Classes
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Karaoke
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Trivia Games
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Tai Chi
  • Gardening Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Live Well Programs
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Birthday Parties

Outdoor spaces

  • Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Beauty Salon
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Central Fireplace
  • Barber Shop
  • Private Bath
  • Outside Patio
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Piano or Organ

Apartment & room features

  • Kitchenette
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Air Conditioned
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers

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