Fountaingrove Lodge, an esteemed LGBTQ+ community in Sonoma County, offers a unique living experience with costs that reflect its premium amenities and supportive environment. For a one-bedroom unit, residents can expect to pay $5,195 per month, which is slightly above the county average of $4,562 and the state average of $4,340. The two-bedroom option is similarly priced at $5,495, surpassing the county's rate of $5,353 and California's average of $5,270. These figures highlight Fountaingrove Lodge's commitment to providing not only a residence but also a vibrant community tailored to the needs and comforts of its LGBTQ+ residents.
Floor plans
Fountaingrove Lodge (LGBTQ+)
Sonoma County
California
1 Bedroom
$5,195
$4,562
$4,340
2 Bedrooms
$5,495
$5,353
$5,270
Memory care communities with a similar price nearby
Residents and families describe consistently helpful, supportive care teams.
Across reviews, residents and guests say staff members are welcoming, knowledgeable, and responsive, whether they’re helping residents day to day or answering questions during visits. Several residents mention support that helps them maintain functioning and comfort, including support during a spouse’s passing. Families also describe helpful housekeeping and grounds maintenance, along with health care technicians who are accommodating and easy to rely on.
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Tours emphasize people and flow
Tours are described as thorough, well organized, and tailored to interests.
Multiple reviewers highlight that the tour experience feels personal and professionally run, with guides who take time to answer questions and walk through key parts of the community. Reviews also describe seeing a broad set of amenities during the visit, including dining setups and spaces for socializing and exercise. Even reviewers evaluating future options describe the tour as informative enough to understand cost, resources, and the overall process.
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Activities are plentiful and varied
Residents describe a steady schedule of activities and outings.
Reviews repeatedly mention opportunities to stay active, with exercise classes, games, and arts-focused options, along with community-sponsored events. Residents describe being able to join excursions and social activities, and several note that there’s something available for different ages and fitness levels. The community’s activity offering also includes day trips and planned outings, which matches what reviewers say they can participate in.
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Dining is a mixed experience
Dining reviews range from excellent to disappointing and complicated.
Some residents and tour guests describe meals as restaurant-style, with good variety and attentive wait staff. Others say the fine dining experience did not meet expectations, describing dull and repetitive menus and criticizing how dining works through a points system. A family review also notes that dining requires reservations and changing rules can create friction, especially for someone with memory issues, leading them to avoid the dining room at times.
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Costs can run high
Several reviewers warn that pricing and rent increases may be higher than expected.
While some reviewers say pricing was within their range, others describe the community as expensive or beyond a family member’s budget. One resident complaint specifically questions the level of annual rent increases compared with what was promised during marketing, including the compounding effect. Another reviewer calls out the deposit and monthly rent as more than they were paying elsewhere, reinforcing that affordability is a recurring consideration.
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Features
Housing
173 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Cafe
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fireplaces
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Hiking trails
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Party space
Private bathrooms
Private cleaning services
Resident parking
Restaurant-style dining
Security gate
Small library
Swimming pool
Swimming pool / hot tub
TV room
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Dementia waiver
Diabetes diet
Hospice care
Hospice waiver
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Mild cognitive impairment
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Gluten-free
Guest meals
International cuisine
Kosher
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Organic
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegan
Vegetarian
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Arts and crafts
Book club
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Cooking club
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Gardening club
Happy hour
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Planned day trips
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stories
Stretching classes
Tai Chi
Wii bowling
Wine tasting
Yoga / chair yoga
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
This area of Santa Rosa, California, offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for senior living. With a variety of physicians and hospitals in close proximity, residents have access to quality medical care. Additionally, there are several pharmacies nearby for easy prescription pick-ups. For leisure and dining options, there are numerous restaurants ranging from fast food chains to upscale dining establishments, as well as cafes for relaxing coffee breaks. For outdoor recreation, there are parks within a few miles for seniors to enjoy nature. Public transportation options are available with the Santa Rosa Transit Mall and SMART Station nearby, providing easy access to other parts of the city. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded community with everything seniors may need for a comfortable living experience.
Physicians
Hedayati Peyman, DDS, MD - Fountaingrove Oral Surgery (0.5 miles)
Santa Rosa Community Health Centers (0.6 miles)
Kaiser Medical Office (0.7 miles)
Chernoff Cosmetic Surgery (0.9 miles)
Sanjay Bansal (0.9 miles)
Swati Singh (0.9 miles)
Jack Waxman MD (1 miles)
Restaurants
McDonald's (0.9 miles)
In-N-Out Burger (1.8 miles)
Jack In The Box (1.9 miles)
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse (2 miles)
Ike's Place (2.1 miles)
John Ash & Co. (2.1 miles)
Super Chavez Market (2.3 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (0.9 miles)
Cafe Des Croissants (1.5 miles)
Taylor Lane Organic Coffee (2.1 miles)
Aroma Roasters Coffee & Tea (3.4 miles)
Acre Coffee (3.4 miles)
Trail House (3.5 miles)
Hospitals
Kaiser Foundation Health Plan (1.1 miles)
Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital (1.7 miles)
MarinHealth ENT, Head & Neck Surgery | A UCSF Health Clinic (2.9 miles)
Fountaingrove Lodge, an esteemed LGBTQ+ community in Sonoma County, offers a unique living experience with costs that reflect its premium amenities and supportive environment. For a one-bedroom unit, residents can expect to pay $5,195 per month, which is slightly above the county average of $4,562 and the state average of $4,340. The two-bedroom option is similarly priced at $5,495, surpassing the county's rate of $5,353 and California's average of $5,270. These figures highlight Fountaingrove Lodge's commitment to providing not only a residence but also a vibrant community tailored to the needs and comforts of its LGBTQ+ residents.
Fountaingrove Lodge's array of features is designed to promote a supportive environment for residents with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, enhancing their quality of life and ensuring safety. The 24-hour supervision provides constant monitoring, which is crucial for individuals who may wander or require immediate assistance. Activities of daily living assistance, including help with bathing, dressing, and transfers, fosters independence while minimizing frustration and confusion. Coordination with health care providers ensures that medical needs are met promptly and effectively, while specialized memory care programming focuses on cognitive engagement tailored to individual capabilities. Furthermore, the meal preparation and service adapt to dietary requirements, promoting nutrition alongside medication management that helps maintain health stability. Incontinence care is discreetly managed to preserve dignity, while the mental wellness program addresses emotional needs through activities that enhance cognitive function. Physical therapy supports mobility and physical health, and transportation arrangements facilitate access to necessary medical appointments, thereby addressing holistic well-being in a compassionate setting.
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173 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Cafe
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fireplaces
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Hiking trails
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Overnight guests
Party space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Security gate
Small library
Swimming pool
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Hospice care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Art classes
Book club
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Games
Happy hour
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Wii bowling
Wine tasting
English
Compassionate, professional staff in a clean, engaging environment with strong family communication.
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A Holistic Dementia Care Guide: Effective Strategies for Memory Support
Comprehensive Insights into Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Their Assessment
