Madonna Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care has served Salinas since 1961 and sits on a quiet 7-acre property just outside California Wine Country, surrounded by beautiful hills. The community, once a Catholic and women-only facility, now welcomes all genders. Residents find scenic courtyards, walking paths, outside garden areas, and water features that add a peaceful feeling to the grounds. The buildings are one-story, so it's easy to get around without getting lost, and every hall has its own laundry and kitchen areas. Private and shared studio apartments have private bathrooms, large windows, and open floor plans, letting in lots of light. Common spaces are attractively furnished, and model rooms show how residents might set up their own places to feel like home.
Assisted living services include housekeeping, transportation, personal care, and help with eating, bathing, dressing, and medication. There's a licensed nurse, and staff are on hand day and night for support and to respond to the emergency call system. Memory care staff receive special training to care for people with Alzheimer's and other types of dementia. The community is smaller, helping residents find their way, stay comfortable, and avoid getting lost. They use features designed for safety, and the environment aims to give residents the familiar sights, sounds, and aromas of home.
Residents share meals in a dining room with restaurant-style service, and meal options include special diets like low-sodium, low-sugar, and gluten-free foods. There's a fitness room for exercise, spa facilities, beauty salon, barber shop, library, and TV lounge. The outdoor courtyards and patios offer quiet spots, and serenity gardens provide space to relax. Madonna Gardens hosts regular religious services, guest meals for family or friends, and a schedule full of social, educational, and entertainment activities. The staff encourages residents to eat well, make friends, and try creative hobbies or revisit old skills. The community also offers activities both on the grounds and on outings, plus options for room service and laundry dry-cleaning.
Madonna Gardens keeps its facilities clean and well-maintained, and the environment feels warm and inviting. There are comforts like full bathtubs in some apartments and outside garden areas with nice views. Transportation services are available both at no cost and for a fee, and there's support for respite stays and hospice care to help people age in place. The staff takes a sincere interest in getting to know residents, and the focus stays on promoting comfort, safety, and well-being. Personalized tours let people see the spaces and meet the team before moving in, and families can read a regular newsletter to stay in touch if they're not nearby. Madonna Gardens offers a welcoming and caring place for seniors who need assisted living or memory care, with a team that aims to support each person's dignity, independence, and quality of life.
