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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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. 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 have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Prospect Manor
AL
South Pasadena
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #625 / 1,350
Yes
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 56
Rank #43 / 1,411
D-37
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,142 / 1,292
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,288 / 1,338
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #263 / 1,299
49.5%
Facility 49.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,093 / 1,202
-Baj Management, Inc-
Del’s Haven II
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
RC
Laguna Niguel
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
No
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 56
Rank #697 / 1,411
D-5-
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,299
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,202
-Del's Haven II, LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Siebenthal Elder Care Home
AL
MC
RESC
Sacramento (Glen Ivy)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
No
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,240 / 1,411
D-31
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #827 / 1,292
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,225 / 1,338
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #472 / 1,299
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,202
-Robert & Ermelinda Siebenthal-
Parker Villa
AL
Oceanside (North Valley)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
Yes
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 56
Rank #912 / 1,411
D18
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,085 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,135 / 1,299
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,202
-Parker Villa Opco LLC-
Family Choice Senior Living
AL
RC
Anaheim
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 103
Rank #980 / 1,350
No
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 56
Rank #589 / 1,411
D17
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #756 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,135 / 1,299
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,202
-Zh Fcsl LLC-
Anjelica’s Villa
AL
-
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 103
Rank #937 / 1,350
No
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 56
Rank #197 / 1,411
D+7
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,085 / 1,338
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #328 / 1,299
--Ramos Healthcare Services, Inc-
Piedmont Gardens
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Oakland
321
Facility 321
CA AVG 103
Rank #44 / 1,350
Yes
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 56
Rank #1 / 1,411
?20
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #59 / 1,299
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #546 / 1,202
-Humangood & Humangood NorcalStudio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Canterbury Woods
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Pacific Grove
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 103
Rank #156 / 1,350
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 56
Rank #263 / 1,411
?13
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 13
Rank #16 / 1,299
72.6%
Facility 72.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #662 / 1,202
A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Regents Point
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Irvine (University Town Center)
399
Facility 399
CA AVG 103
Rank #28 / 1,350
Yes
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 56
Rank #461 / 1,411
?19
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #669 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 13
Rank #14 / 1,299
82.0%
Facility 82.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #453 / 1,202
A+Humangood & Humangood SocalStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Sequoias San Francisco
AL
CCRC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
San Francisco (Japantown)
400
Facility 400
CA AVG 103
Rank #26 / 1,350
No
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 56
Rank #1 / 1,411
?15
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 13
Rank #6 / 1,299
88.0%
Facility 88.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #250 / 1,202
-Sequoia Living, IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other CA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 1,430 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Prospect Manor

800 Prospect Ave, South Pasadena, CA 91030
Overview of Prospect Manor

Prospect Manor is an assisted living community in South Pasadena, California. Assisted living here includes help with daily tasks while allowing each resident to maintain a private living space. The community has 99 beds and is 50% occupied, leaving available capacity within its assisted living setting.

Residents can choose one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartments. The larger layout can accommodate a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet. Transportation is available for trips beyond the nearby area.

A Walk Score of 95 out of 100 makes Prospect Manor a walker’s paradise, with daily errands not requiring a car. Shops, services, and other destinations are reachable on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to handle some outings independently. Prospect Manor is administered by Lydia Pabion and operated by Baj Management.

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Del’s Haven II

29251 Via San Sebastian, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Overview of Del’s Haven II

Providing care over 20 years, Del’s Haven II in Via San Sebastian, Laguna Niguel, CA, is an outstanding community that offers assisted living, memory care, and hospice care. With cozy and purposely designed private and semi-private rooms, accompanied by top-tier care and assistance 24/7, residents have the finest comfort and convenience. The community also handles housekeeping , laundry, and medication management to ensure a worry-free lifesyle.

The community promotes a socially engaged and active environment, conducting a variety of fun activities and enriching programs for residents’ leisure and wellness. Have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals served daily, catering to dietary needs and tastes. Experience the utmost care and assistance you deserve with a trusted community by your side.

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Overview of Siebenthal Elder Care Home

Experience the finest care and comfort with the unique senior living community of Siebenthal Care Home in Hunts Run Way, Sacramento, CA, providing assisted living and memory care. The community handles the maintenance and other household responsibilities for seniors to enjoy a maintenance-free retirement. Let go of your woes with a team of compassionate and highly trained professionals attending to your daily living activities and personal needs.

Cherish every moment of your best years with stimulating activities and enriching events. Residences are also fully furnished for residents’ convenience. Here, residents’ tastes and dietary needs are prioritized to ensure a delightful dining experience. Siebenthal Care Home is committed to enhancing seniors’ quality of life with exceptional services and incredible amenities.

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Overview of Parker Villa

Parker Villa is a senior living community focused in providing assisted living services to its residents in Oceanside, CA. Their attentive caregivers are well trained and qualified according to California state requirements for senior living facilities, as well as well experienced in providing quality care. The residents of Parker Villa are provided 24/7 care, security, as well as assistance with daily living activities such as bathing and toileting. Additionally, they are also provided mobility assistance, as needed, especially when moving about the facility.

Parker Villa’s trained dietician and chef oversees the residents’ meals, ensuring that special diets are accommodated and that each meal is not only delicious but also nutritious. Housekeeping services are also regularly provided, to keep the environment clean and welcoming, but also safe for residents and staff alike.

As a part of Zeal Senior Living, it is the goal of Parker Villa to assist elders in continuing the amazing story that is their life. At Parker Villa, your story continues.

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Overview of Family Choice Senior Living

Family Choice Senior Living offers assisted living and respite care in Anaheim, California. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a room in the community. Respite care provides a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs temporary coverage while traveling or recovering.

There are 30 beds here. The smaller size gives staff and residents the chance to get to know each other. Room choices include private and companion rooms, with a private room offering one living space and a companion room allowing someone to share with another resident.

The starting price is $3,400. The confirmed pricing information does not identify which care level that figure covers, so families will need to clarify what is included when discussing costs.

Daily activities support mental, physical, and social health and wellness, giving residents structured opportunities in each area. Freshly cooked meals are served daily, and transportation coordination is available for residents who need help arranging rides. A doctor is on staff, while rehabilitation services are available when that support is needed.

A Walk Score of 64 places the area in the somewhat walkable band. Some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage certain nearby errands independently. Pamela Junge serves as administrator, and Zh Fcsl operates the community.

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Overview of Anjelica’s Villa

Anjelica’s Villa is an assisted living community in Seaside, California, with 40 beds. Assisted living provides support with daily tasks and medication management while allowing a resident to maintain day to day independence. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs help with personal care or medication routines.

Nerissa Ramos serves as the administrator, and Ramos Healthcare Services operates the community. A Walk Score of 85 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. Shops, a pharmacy, or cafes may be within a short walk, giving a resident who no longer drives an option for getting out independently.

Residents have access to a garden and outdoor environment. Chef prepared, nutritionally balanced meals are available, with dining that accommodates various dietary needs and preferences. Transportation is available for travel beyond the community, while fitness classes, cultural events, social gatherings, and personal growth activities offer scheduled ways to spend time and participate.

On site physical, occupational, and speech therapy allows residents to receive rehabilitation without arranging transportation elsewhere. Neurocognitive rehabilitation programs address cognitive needs. Mental health support, preventive medicine programs, and nutrition counseling provide additional services related to health and wellness.

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Overview of Piedmont Gardens

Experience award-winning care and support from Piedmont Gardens, which is ideally located in the charming neighborhood of Oakland, CA, offering a continuum of care services, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-stay rehabilitation. The community works hard to meet seniors’ needs and preferences with round-the-clock care from a compassionate care team. Piedmont Gardens was awarded the Best Continuing Care Community in 2024 by U.S. News, proving its exceptional quality.

With its dedication to improving seniors’ quality of life, the community conducts a lot of fun activities and exciting events. Piedmont Gardens perfectly fuses the city bustle with its serene campus, ensuring residents can easily access their needs and desires.

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Overview of Canterbury Woods

Canterbury Woods is a 190 bed community in Pacific Grove, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs could become more intensive over time, because moving among levels may allow the resident to remain in the community, subject to availability and clinical fit. Nursing home and skilled nursing care serve residents who need ongoing nursing or clinical care beyond independent or assisted living, while assisted living provides help with daily personal care tasks and independent living is intended for residents who can manage personal care without routine hands on assistance.

With 190 beds, Canterbury Woods is sized for many residents rather than a small household setting. Its 73% occupancy indicates that the community was below full capacity when measured, but that does not establish availability in the care level a resident needs.

Medicare and private pay are accepted, so payment may involve Medicare coverage for eligible services or direct payment by the resident or family for selected care and related charges. An 81 Walk Score places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Total nurse staffing is 6 hours 18 minutes per resident per day, including 1 hour 58 minutes per resident per day from licensed nurses such as RNs and LPNs; these are facility level staffing figures and do not guarantee individual nursing time. Pets are allowed, so residents may be able to keep a pet at the community. Ryan Banner is the administrator, and Front Porch Communities And Services operates Canterbury Woods.

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Overview of Regents Point

Beautifully nestled near William R Mason Regional Park in Irvine, CA, Regents Point is an exceptional life plan community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their needs around the clock. The community also helps with housekeeping and chores, so residents can focus on the things they truly enjoy.

Exciting events and enriching programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Delightful and healthy meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its comprehensive care and extensive amenities, residents experience a better quality of life in their golden years.

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Overview of The Sequoias San Francisco

Age gracefully with The Sequoias San Francisco, a dedicated community in San Francisco, CA, that offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Residents here receive the highest quality of care from a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. Purposely designed and spacious studio and two-bedroom floor plans are available in a cozy and nurturing environment for residents to feel a sense of belonging.

From fun games to engaging exercises, residents are encouraged to live actively and remain socially engaged with the community’s unending array of recreational activities and engaging programs. To satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences, delicious and healthy dining options are served for a delightful dining experience. The community is ideal for those seeking a place to spend their golden years, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities and exceptional services.

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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 1430 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.