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Salterra at Carson Valley offers compassionate memory care services you can trust. Here, we’ll be their caregivers, so you can get back to what’s important: being their kid.

Memory Care in Gardnerville, Nevada

Salterra at Carson Valley offers compassionate memory care services you can trust. Here, we’ll be their caregivers, so you can get back to what’s important: being their kid.


We know that you want the best for your loved one – that’s why you’re here. And, it’s why we’re here, too. We take a positive approach to care that celebrates and recognizes the individual beyond their diagnosis.


We know that you want the best for your loved one – that’s why you’re here. And, it’s why we’re here, too. We take a positive approach to care that celebrates and recognizes the individual beyond their diagnosis.
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Dining

Details matter everywhere, but especially in our dementia-friendly dining room. Our staff works closely with residents to develop comforting routines, adjust to changing motor skills, and even create personalized meals when needed. You can trust our kitchen team and caregivers to deliver the nutrition your loved one needs now and for the future.

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Health & Wellness

We believe wellness is within reach of every resident, regardless of diagnosis. We use research-backed therapies that may include horticulture, art, music, and sensory therapies to engage the mind, body, and spirit. Through low-impact exercise programs, we keep our memory care residents active, readily adapting exercises to meet their needs.

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Floor Plans

As the backdrop to your active lifestyle, our apartments are warm, welcoming, and made to feel just like home – because it is. We offer spacious apartment homes licensed for assisted living and memory care. Assisted living apartments are pet-friendly. Contact us to learn about our different apartment sizes and features.

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Life at Salterra at Carson Valley

At Salterra at Carson Valley, residents are more than cared for; they are celebrated. Our compassionate care team knows each resident personally and carefully tracks how dementia affects their everyday experiences. Salterra at Carson Valley partners with families to deliver outstanding assisted living and memory care in a familial and comforting environment. We help families carry the weight of dementia caregiving, and many of our families find that they are able to resume their roles as beloved family members while our well-trained and experienced staff provides compassionate care services.

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Memory Care Services

We take a beyond-the-body approach to care to meet physical, mental, emotional, social, and communal needs. Residents receiving memory care participate in a gentle and flexible schedule that creates an environment where all seniors feel included, known, and celebrated. We know any diagnosis with memory loss can be difficult and overwhelming, which is why we also serve as a partner to residents and their families throughout their care. 
  • Art Therapy
  • Music Therapy
  • Care Coordination
  • Health Maintenance
  • Communication Assistance
  • Medication Assistance
  • Mobility & Escort Assistance
  • Dressing Assistance
  • Showering & Bathing
  • Personal Appearance & Hygiene Assistance
  • Continence Support
  • Housekeeping

Memory care costs are in addition to monthly fees and are based upon an assessment of individual needs and preferences. Our staff will conduct an evaluation of assisted living services provided on a regular basis.

Memory care costs are in addition to monthly fees and are based upon an assessment of individual needs and preferences. Our staff will conduct an evaluation of assisted living services provided on a regular basis.

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Pricing

Today’s senior living offers unprecedented opportunities. One of the first questions that potential residents and families ask is how much those opportunities will cost. Our advisors are here to provide full pricing transparency into our rates and fees and help you navigate paying for senior living.

  • ASSISTED LIVING FROM $3,790
  • MEMORY CARE FROM $6,995
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* Pricing is subject to change. Contact us for details. Rates include lowest level of care.

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Visit Us for a Tour

Better with age, exceptional with us!
Come and see how Salterra at Carson Valley Memory Care in Gardnerville, NV, is helping seniors rediscover (and sometimes reinvent) themselves.

Located in the scenic Carson Valley, Salterra offers a peaceful setting surrounded by mountain views and community charm. Residents enjoy easy access to local favorites like Lampe Park, historic downtown Minden, and the Carson Valley Museum. The nearby Douglas County Senior Center offers programs and events designed for older adults, while Lake Tahoe is just a short drive away for day trips and family visits.

Healthcare is close and convenient, with Carson Valley Medical Center nearby and additional services available at Renown Health and Carson Tahoe Health in Carson City. It’s a location that brings together comfort, connection, and care, right where it matters most.

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Gardnerville Memory Care Q&A

Memory care costs in Gardnerville, NV, vary based on the apartment selected and the level of support needed. The monthly rate includes the first level of care, with additional services available as needs change. Contact our team for current availability and a personalized estimate or see our starting rates here.

Yes. Salterra at Carson Valley operates under Nevada license #10646-AGC-3 and is licensed to provide both assisted living and memory care. Families may request additional information about licensing and recent inspection records from our team or the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health.

Yes, the terms are often used interchangeably. Memory care refers to a specialized setting designed for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. At Salterra at Carson Valley, memory care combines personalized support with a secure environment, familiar routines, and programs created around each resident’s abilities and needs.

Salterra at Carson Valley is located at 1189 Kimmerling Road in Gardnerville, minutes from historic downtown Minden and a short drive south of Carson City. The location makes it a convenient memory care option for families throughout Carson Valley and surrounding areas.

Yes. Salterra at Carson Valley offers assisted living and memory care within the same community. If a resident’s needs change, our team will work closely with the resident and family to assess the appropriate level of support and make the transition as comfortable as possible.

It may be time to consider memory care when changes in memory or judgment begin affecting a person’s safety, health, or quality of life. Signs may include wandering, missed medications, unsafe cooking, increasing confusion, or growing difficulty managing care at home. A professional care assessment can help your family better understand current needs and determine the right next step.

Medication support is based on each resident’s individualized care assessment and physician instructions. Our team can explain how medications are managed, how changes are communicated, and what level of support can be provided based on the resident’s needs.

Families are welcome to visit throughout the day. Because some people living with dementia feel more comfortable at certain times, our team can help families plan visits around the resident’s routines, preferences, and adjustment to the community.

Families often use a combination of personal savings, retirement income, long-term care insurance, veterans benefits, or proceeds from the sale of a home. Our team can explain common payment options and help you identify questions to ask your insurance provider, financial advisor, or benefits administrator.

Move-in costs depend on the apartment, care needs, and current community policies. Our team will review the monthly rate, care charges, community fees, and any other one-time costs with you so your family has a clear understanding of what to expect.

Medicare generally does not cover memory care room and board. It may cover certain eligible medical services or short-term skilled nursing care, but not long-term residential dementia care. Families may use private funds, long-term care insurance, veterans benefits, or other resources to help pay for memory care. Coverage should be confirmed directly with the appropriate benefit provider.

Begin with care, respect, and one or two specific concerns rather than presenting a long list of problems. Choose a calm time, listen to your parent’s concerns, and expect the conversation to continue over time. Our memory care team can help your family prepare for these discussions and approach the transition with greater confidence.

 

License #10646-AGC-3
1189 Kimmerling Road, Gardnerville, NV

Salterra at Carson Valley is managed by Volante Senior Living and proudly supported by Leisure Care through White Glove Consulting Services.

Salterra at Carson Valley does not discriminate and does not permit discrimination, including, without limitation, bullying, abuse or harassment, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status, or based on association with another person on account of that person’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status. If you believe a resident has experienced prohibited discrimination, you may file a complaint with the Division.

Department of Health and Human Services | Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health | Behavioral Health Care Quality and Compliance | 727 Fairview Drive, Suite E, Carson City, NV 89701 | Phone: 775-684-1030 | Fax: 775-684-1073

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