Memory Care in San Francisco, Camarillo, San Rafael, and Oakland 

Elder Care Alliance’s innovative and engagement-focused memory care program is centered on our MyLife Memory Support Program. Guided by person-centered dementia care practices, MyLife recognizes each resident as a unique individual with a rich life story, personal strengths, meaningful relationships, and the ability to continue living a fulfilling life.

Along with all the typical assisted living services, our residents also receive specialized memory care programming 24/7 in a safe and supportive environment at all four of our assisted living communities in California:

• AlmaVia of San Francisco 
• AlmaVia of Camarillo
• AlmaVia of San Rafael
• Mercy Retirement and Care Center

Through personalized engagement, meaningful daily experiences, and life-story-based support, we help residents remain connected to what matters most while promoting dignity, purpose, comfort, and quality of life.

Our Mission & Vision

Personalized Support & Meaningful Engagement

Guided by Alzheimer’s Association Dementia Care Practice Recommendations, MyLife combines person-centered support with meaningful daily engagement designed around each resident’s interests, abilities, and life story.

Elements of the MyLife program include:

• Personalized Memory Books and life-story-based care
• Group and individualized engagement opportunities
• One-on-one and parallel programming
• Meaningful daily routines and social connections
• Compassionate, person-centered communication
• Family involvement and partnership throughout the journey

Residents are encouraged to participate in activities and experiences that bring purpose, enjoyment, and connection while maintaining a sense of identity and belonging. Every interaction is viewed as an opportunity to create meaningful moments that enhance quality of life.

Our California Memory Care Communities

The Four “A’s”of Alzheimers

We believe there is beauty and potential within every individual, which is why we work to replace the four A’s of Alzheimer’s (anxiety, agitation, aggression, apathy) with:

• Engagement
• Focus of attention
• Language expression
• Positive mood
• Accessing memories

• Emotional connectedness
• Social participation
• Short-term event memory
• Future orientation

Specialized Memory Care Training

Elder Care Alliance team members receive specialized training in the MyLife Memory Support Program, a person-centered approach to dementia care that focuses on understanding each resident’s unique story, strengths, preferences, and abilities. Guided by Alzheimer’s Association Dementia Care Practice Recommendations, team members are trained in key areas of memory support, including:

• Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias
• Person-centered communication
• Meaningful engagement and parallel programming
• Memory Books and life-story-based care
• Dining experiences that promote dignity and independence
• Understanding expressive behaviors as communication

Our dedicated care teams combine specialized training with personalized engagement techniques designed to support residents throughout their dementia journey. Each memory care neighborhood includes experienced team members focused on creating meaningful moments, fostering connection, and enhancing quality of life every day.

MyLife Memory Support Program

The MyLife Memory Support Program is centered on helping residents live with purpose, connection, dignity, and joy. Guided by person-centered dementia care practices and recommendations from the Alzheimer’s Association, MyLife recognizes each resident as a unique individual with a rich life story, personal strengths, meaningful relationships, and the ability to continue living a fulfilling life.

The MyLife philosophy is guided by five core principles:

• Unique – We honor each resident’s individual story, strengths, preferences, and abilities.
• Recognize – We view behavior as a form of communication and respond with empathy and understanding.
• Meaningful – We create meaningful moments by incorporating personal history, interests, and experiences into daily life.
• Engage – We encourage participation in activities, relationships, and routines that support well-being and independence.
• Join – We meet residents where they are, building trust and connection through compassionate interactions.

Through personalized engagement, Memory Books, meaningful daily experiences, and strong family partnerships, MyLife helps residents remain connected to what matters most while enhancing quality of life at every stage of the journey.