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Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Paradise Valley Estates
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Fairfield
743
Facility 743
CA AVG 103
Rank #5 / 1,349
Yes--17
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #120 / 1,298
-Northern California Retired Officers Community1 Bed / 2 Bed
Villa Siena
AL
IL
SNF
-
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 103
Rank #768 / 1,349
No
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,164 / 1,410
B+4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #59 / 1,298
-Villa Siena Inc-
The Ivy at Wellington
AL
IL
Aliso Viejo
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 103
Rank #244 / 1,349
Yes
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,145 / 1,410
B+24
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #991 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,298
78.8%
Facility 78.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #517 / 1,200
Well Oak Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLC-
Villa Lorena Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
San Diego (Black Mountain Ranch Village)
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 103
Rank #715 / 1,349
No
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,110 / 1,410
C30
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,049 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #615 / 1,298
72.9%
Facility 72.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #655 / 1,200
Santaluz Senior Partners, LP And Vlgp Inc(Gen. Partner)-
Huntington Retirement Hotel
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Torrance
155
Facility 155
CA AVG 103
Rank #273 / 1,349
No
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 56
Rank #308 / 1,410
A30
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,078 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 13
Rank #29 / 1,298
-Adf Investments-
Arcadia Living
AL
HOS
RC
Arcadia
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #625 / 1,349
No
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 56
Rank #196 / 1,410
B+6
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
-
86.9%
Facility 86.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #267 / 1,200
Arcadia Living LLC-
Pacifica Royale Assisted Living Community
AL
Midway City
132
Facility 132
CA AVG 103
Rank #408 / 1,349
No
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 56
Rank #460 / 1,410
A-10
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #262 / 1,298
58.3%
Facility 58.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #988 / 1,200
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Greenbridge Living
AL
RESC
Apple Valley
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,382 / 1,410
A2
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,220 / 1,298
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #785 / 1,200
Green Bridge Living, IncPrivate / Shared Rooms
Safe Haven – Oakley
AL
HOS
MC
PC
RESC
RC
Oakley
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No-D+4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,220 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
Safe Haven Oakley LLCPrivate / Shared Rooms
Farmstead at Dixon Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Dixon
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 103
Rank #653 / 1,349
No
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,110 / 1,410
B+14
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,134 / 1,298
96.9%
Facility 96.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #155 / 1,200
Jack Napier Properties And Calson Mngmnt LLCPrivate Rooms

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Overview of Huntington Retirement Hotel

Operated by Adf Investments, Huntington Retirement Hotel is a 155-bed nursing home community that has served residents for 38 years. Administrated by Heather Argueta, it sits in a highly walkable neighborhood where a score of 79 means most errands can be done on foot, easing the surrounding area navigation for visiting family members.

The home is built around rehabilitation services and 24-hour staffing, making it a strong choice for residents recuperating from surgery, illness, or hospitalization, plus those requiring active nursing care. A full calendar of daily events and activities is tailored to occupants’ abilities and interests, helping maintain engagement and routine. Featuring a select menu, dining reflects a structured approach with three meals served daily in the community dining room. The home includes an array of amenities built for daily comfort and community life: a library, salon, chapel, garden, and patio. More services include transportation, Wi-Fi throughout the facility, and housekeeping support.

Huntington Retirement Hotel, with a rehabilitation focus and long-standing stability in the market, represents a traditional, service-oriented choice for families seeking skilled nursing care.

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Joyful Chapter

340 Alta Vista Drive, South San Francisco, CA 94080
Overview of Joyful Chapter

Joyful Chapter operates a 52-bed residential care home in South San Francisco, California, providing assisted living, temporary respite care, and an on-site adult day program. Managed by administrator Robert Wong under The Next Chapter, Inc., the facility has focused on serving elderly Chinese residents aged 60 and older for 15 years. The surrounding neighborhood carries a walk score of 61, presenting a moderately walkable layout where families can manage some local errands on foot, though most regional trips require a vehicle.

The care team maintains 24-hour supervision and assists both ambulatory and non-ambulatory individuals with bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility. Staff members provide protective supervision for residents with cognitive or judgment impairments and are equipped to deliver bed-bound assistance for higher medical needs. Reflecting the community’s cultural focus, the kitchen staff prepares daily meals and snacks tailored to traditional Chinese dietary preferences, and the facility welcomes visitors every day between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.

The California Department of Social Services monitors residential care facilities through regular physical site inspections to evaluate building safety and care delivery. Public inspection records show a strong compliance history over the past five years, with formal citation rates and consumer complaints trending well below the state average. You can ask to view their current licensing folder and recent state evaluations when speaking with the management.

Prospective representatives can call the front office at (650) 678-8663 to check on current bed openings or day-care enrollment steps.

Contact Joyful Chapter

Overview of Sun and Sea Assisted Living

Operating for 18 years, Sun and Sea Assisted Living is a residential care home serving adults needing support with daily activities and people living with memory loss. It accommodates 32 residents, offering a smaller-scale environment focused on personalized attention and community life. Operated by Sun and Sea Assisted Living, LLC, under Mhel J Agustin’s administration, it provides general assisted living care and specialized memory care with an Alzheimer’s focus.

The home offers 24-hour staffing, rehabilitation services, and respite care, supporting residents recovering from an illness or hospitalization, plus those in need of ongoing daily assistance. A key part of daily life centers on activities and engagement: residents can enjoy live music, weekly entertainment, and time in the gated courtyard, garden areas, and open walking paths. Prepared on-site is dining, with three home-cooked meals served daily in the community dining room. Morning and afternoon snacks and hydration are also provided, reflecting a focus on nutrition and comfort. The community sits in a moderately walkable neighborhood, meaning some errands and appointments can be done on foot, with most trips requiring a quick drive. Residents and families visit through maintained grounds, including lush garden areas and outdoor gathering spaces. The facility provides laundry and linen service to simplify daily living, and staff are ready 24/7 to respond to resident needs.

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Overview of Diamond Terraces

Diamond Terraces is a 38-bed assisted living facility operated by Rcan, Inc., offering residential care backed by nearly three decades of service. The community features a round-the-clock staffing model with regular registered nurse monitoring alongside structured rehabilitation services. Made to support long-term needs as well as short-term stays, the facility provides an option for seniors requiring post-hospital recovery or interim transitional care.

The daily routine blends structured oversight with personal engagement. Residents receive three home-cooked meals every day, and the community schedules a variety of recreational activities, including exercise classes, arts and crafts, music sessions, and social games. Housekeeping, linen laundry, and local transit assistance are all managed by the staff to help residents keep up with appointments and maintain their independence without managing daily chores.

The local area earns a high walkability score of 81 out of 100, meaning the immediate neighborhood is pedestrian-friendly and the majority of everyday tasks can be finished on foot.

Prospective families can schedule an assessment and look over the grounds in person. Touring the campus offers a simple path to meet the care team, see the room options, and find out if the general atmosphere aligns with your family’s expectations.

Contact Diamond Terraces

Overview of Greenbridge Living

Green Bridge Living is a nurturing assisted living community in Apple Valley, CA, that offers compassionate care for older adults. With its home-like setting, older adults can ease their worries and live comfortably in their later years. 24-hour caregiver on-site, medication management, and a variety of healthcare services, including physical and occupational therapy and hospice services, are offered to improve residents’ quality of life. Through personalized care plans and affordable monthly rates, the community ensures residents’ needs and preferences are met.

Social events and various recreational activities also promote an active lifestyle and social engagement for residents’ holistic wellness. Cozy living spaces and lively gathering areas also ensure residents can relax and interact without hassles. Residents also experience stress-free living with its ideal setting in a quiet residential area. As a trusted choice for senior living in California, this assisted living community continuously provides exceptional standards of care and a nurturing setting for older adults’ welfare.

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Overview of Safe Haven – Oakley

Safe Haven, Oakley provides assisted living, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, residential care, and respite care in Oakley, California. Assisted living helps with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports a resident at the end of life, and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief during serious illness.

Residential care offers a home setting with supervision and assistance. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time, including someone who may later need hospice or palliative care.

With six beds, Safe Haven, Oakley is a small community where staff and residents can get to know each other. That may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting. Private and shared rooms are available: a private room gives one resident their own space, while a shared room can suit someone who wants a companion.

Ryan Q Alejo serves as administrator, and Safe Haven Oakley operates the community. An on site spa gives residents access to that amenity within the community.

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Overview of Farmstead at Dixon Senior Living

The Farmstead at Dixon Senior Living is a vibrant senior living community located in the heart of Dixon. It offers a peaceful and nurturing environment and this community is tailored to meet the unique needs and desires of seniors seeking a comfortable and engaging retirement experience. Residents can relish in the tranquility of rural living while enjoying modern amenities, social activities, and personalized care services. The Farmstead at Dixon Senior Living provides a welcoming haven for seniors to savor their golden years surrounded by nature’s beauty, modern living, and a supportive community.

At the Farmstead, seniors can embrace a lifestyle that blends the best of both worlds – the serenity of a peaceful landscape and the convenience of well-designed facilities. They also organize social events, wellness programs and recreational activities to promote sense of belongingness. The Farmstead’s dedicated staff members prioritize the well-being and comfort of each resident, offering tailored care plans to suit individual needs.

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Overview of Paradise Valley Estates

Settling on 76 acres of tranquil lands in Estates Drive, Fairfield, CA, Paradise Valley Estates is an idyllic senior living community that provides assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Keep peace of mind with a competent and highly trained team assisting seniors with their daily needs around the clock. Moreover, Paradise Valley Estates handles the maintenance and other household chores to provide residents with more time to make the most out of their best years.

Immerse in a wide array of cultural activities and recreational programs to stay active and well–engaged. Personalized meal plans are available to meet dietary needs and preferences. Paradise Valley Estates is ideal for seniors aiming to maximize their freedom while receiving the utmost attention for their ever-changing needs.

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Overview of Villa Siena

With a mission to provide compassionate, high-quality care to residents, Villa Siena is a skilled nursing home in Gilbert, Arizona. The 77-bed home, Villa Siena Inc-operated and administrator Corine Bernard-led, has been serving the community for 32 years. It offers a substantial yet personalized setting for occupants requiring 24/7 nursing care and support.

The nursing team includes registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses working together to deliver daily care. Each resident gets an average of 6 hours 42 minutes of total nursing care per day, backed by dedicated aides providing hands-on assistance with daily living activities. This staffing level reflects a commitment to attentive resident support across the home. Located in a residential area of Gilbert, Villa Siena has a walk score of 27, indicating that while some nearby services may be walkable, most trips require transportation. This setting can offer a calmer environment for recovery and long-term care, though visiting family should plan for driving to reach the home. The surrounding Santa Clara County location also provides access to Arizona’s healthcare resources and community services.

Villa Siena caters to occupants requiring skilled nursing care post-hospitalization, those managing chronic conditions, and people needing long-term residential care. It welcomes families to tour the facility and learn more about how the care approach matches each resident’s needs.

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Overview of Valley Royale Care III

Lead a peaceful retirement in a stress-free environment with Valley Royale Care III, a welcoming community in Modesto, CA that offers assisted living. Dedicated to supporting residents in every stage of their journey, the community also provides memory care and hospice care. Residents here receive just the right amount of support to maintain their independence, from personal care assistance to medication management and companionship.

The community works hard to make its residents’ lives easy with their compassionate team of caregivers and excellent assistance with daily living activities. Dedicated to creating a stress-free environment, the community offers meals, housekeeping, and laundry services to save residents from tiring chores. Here, residents are encouraged to lead the lifestyle they want surrounded by meaningful experiences and the warmth of new friendships.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in California at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $7,797The average monthly cost across facilities in California. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 56/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in California. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 103The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in California

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in California?

Assisted living in California supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in California?

Assisted living in California is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does California Medicaid cover assisted living?

California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including California) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 1435 assisted living facilities in California. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in California?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in California, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in California?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.