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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. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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 A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.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.
La Posada
AL
MC
RC
Whittier
114
Facility 114
CA AVG 103
Rank #535 / 1,349
No
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,230 / 1,410
D-51
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,204 / 1,292
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,288 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
75.4%
Facility 75.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #603 / 1,200
Posada Sl LLC-
New West Haven II
AL
ADC
RC
Cameron Park
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 103
Rank #820 / 1,349
No
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,301 / 1,410
C37
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,049 / 1,292
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,128 / 1,338
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #295 / 1,298
43.3%
Facility 43.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,143 / 1,200
Cameo Rcfe, Inc-
The Seville of San Clemente
AL
MC
San Clemente
130
Facility 130
CA AVG 103
Rank #418 / 1,349
Yes
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,364 / 1,410
C-17
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #827 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,220 / 1,298
53.8%
Facility 53.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,031 / 1,200
Hsbt San Clemente LLC And Momentum Senior Living LLC-
Orangeburg Memory Care
AL
MC
Modesto
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 103
Rank #687 / 1,349
No
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 56
Rank #620 / 1,410
B-32
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #958 / 1,292
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,128 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,298
44.4%
Facility 44.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,137 / 1,200
Nov Modesto LLC And Pleasant Valley Memory Care Inc-
JM’s Residential Care Home
AL
RESC
Oxnard (Hobson Park West)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 56
Rank #375 / 1,410
F2-
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 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
Jm's Residential Care HomePrivate Rooms
Friendship Care Home
AL
RESC
Antioch
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 103
Rank #960 / 1,349
Yes
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 56
Rank #326 / 1,410
D34
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,032 / 1,292
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,165 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
74.3%
Facility 74.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #623 / 1,200
Star Rcfe-
Glen Park at Long Beach
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Long Beach
208
Facility 208
CA AVG 103
Rank #124 / 1,349
Yes
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 56
Rank #70 / 1,410
C+124
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,287 / 1,292
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,165 / 1,338
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #543 / 1,298
-Glen Park At Long Beach Inc-
Trinity Hills Estates
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Arcadia (West Arcadia)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,164 / 1,410
F5-
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
Assisted Living & Wellness Inc-
Regency Place Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Sacramento
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 103
Rank #844 / 1,349
Yes
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 56
Rank #971 / 1,410
C23
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #827 / 1,292
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,184 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
75.4%
Facility 75.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #603 / 1,200
Regency Place Acquisitions Opco, LLC And Northstar Sr.-
Laguna Palms I
AL
MC
Laguna Niguel
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,180 / 1,410
C+5
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #96 / 1,298
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,200
Residential Care Services, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms

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Overview of Cardinal Yu-Pin Manor

Cardinal Yu-Pin Manor operates a 49-bed residential assisted living community along Belshire Avenue in Norwalk, California. Managed by administrator Kun Hu under the Cardinal Paul Yu-pin Memorial Foundation, the building provides a long-term care solution for seniors aged 60 and older. The neighborhood carries a walk score of 63, offering a semi-walkable layout where families can complete some quick retail or grocery errands on foot while relying on a vehicle for medical appointments and regional travel.

The floor routines emphasize cultural alignment and bilingual care, utilizing Mandarin and English-speaking staff members to clear communication hurdles. Caregivers provide direct support for daily living tasks like dressing, bathing, and medication distribution, with an on-site nurse coordinating health checks and short-term respite stays. The daily activity calendar features morning exercise classes, crafts, Bible study, and traditional games like mahjong, complemented by a dining program that features authentic Chinese cuisine and beverages.

The California Department of Social Services evaluates residential care facilities for the elderly through routine physical site inspections to confirm that living quarters and staffing ratios adhere to state regulations.

Prospective residents can call the main office to check on current room vacancies or to review the initial clinical eligibility criteria. The business desk can outline how their care tiers factor into the baseline monthly fees and help you schedule a guided tour of the common areas

Contact Cardinal Yu-Pin Manor

Overview of Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage

A dedicated memory care community in Riverside County, California, that specializes in care for individuals with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other forms of dementia is Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage. Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage, Inc.-operated and Patrick Mcadoo-Morton-administered, it’s a 68-bed community serving residents for 22 years. As a gated residence with secure areas and campus grounds, it provides a safe, controlled environment designed to support residents while reducing wandering risks and promoting peace of mind for families.

The home has 24-hour staffing with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, plus a doctor on staff for urgent medical support. Respite care exists for families needing temporary care solutions. Beyond daily medical oversight, residents benefit from structured programming through the Life Enrichment Activity Program (LEAP), which offers three tiers of activities spanning from personal to neighborhood and community engagement. The Namaste Program adds social interaction tailored to residents’ changing needs, and the Day Break Program supplies more therapeutic structure. Families can also join volunteer opportunities. Daily life is anchored by well-maintained grounds and secure garden paths where residents can spend time. Meals are balanced and prepared with attention to resident enjoyment. A living room, dining room, kitchen, and laundry facilities are the common areas that create a home-like atmosphere in the secure campus. The neighborhood scores 37 on the walkability scale, indicating that some services are walkable, though most outings need transportation.

Department of Social Services state inspections have reviewed the home’s operations and safety protocols. The facility’s performance in compliance metrics has matched or exceeded California’s assisted living average.

The setting can attract families who prioritize security and specialized memory care programs over closeness to urban amenities.

Contact Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage

Overview of Laguna Palms I

Conveniently situated near different churches in Kings Road, Laguna Niguel, CA, Laguna Palms I is a quaint community that offers assisted living. Committed to enhancing residents’ quality of life, the community delivers the utmost care and attention 24/7 for up to six residents. Spend your later years without worries with the community handling the housekeeping and other household responsibilities.

With its cozy setting, residents are encouraged to interact with their neighbors and do the things they love for leisure and wellness. Healthy and delicious meals are also served to satisfy cravings and dietary needs. The community is great for those looking for assistance in living their day-to-day activities while still having the independence to spend their day as they please.

Contact Laguna Palms I

Overview of La Posada

Operated by Posada SL LLC under administrator Colleen Rozatti, La Posada is a 114-bed assisted living and memory care community in Whittier, California. Licensed by the California Department of Social Services as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly since December 2021, the community serves Los Angeles County residents. It offers assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation services, and short-term respite care, staffed around the clock.

As a California RCFE, La Posada is inspected by the Department of Social Services instead of CMS, so federal star rating isn’t applicable. The regulatory record since 2021 shows 59 total citations across 4 official inspections, nearly five times California’s average of 10. Complaints are similarly elevated: 33 filed over that period against a statewide norm of 14, with 37 complaint-triggered visits compared to California’s average of 13. No fines or serious citations were recorded in the latest inspection in April 2026.

Respite stays exist for families needing short-term coverage. Offered are 24-hour staffing, along with rehabilitation services and memory care for residents with Alzheimer’s or dementia.

For families comfortable reviewing the compliance history fully, La Posada’s care model and current availability gear it toward assisted living and memory care placements in Whittier

Contact La Posada

Overview of Friendship Care Home

Friendship Care Home offers assisted living and residential care in Antioch, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while residential care provides ongoing support in a residential setting.

With 35 beds, the home is smaller, giving staff and residents more opportunity to get to know each other. Friendship Care Home may suit someone who needs daily support and prefers a smaller community. The home opened in 2010; Seema Sandhu is the administrator, and Star Rcfe operates the community. Pets are allowed, so residents can continue living with an animal. The area has a Walk Score of 78 out of 100 and is very walkable, meaning most errands can be done on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, that can make independent outings possible.

Contact Friendship Care Home

Overview of Orangeburg Memory Care

Luxury memory care living in Modesto boasts an exceptionally vibrant community in Northern California because of the unparalleled standard of care delivered by highly-trained professionals. The premier senior living home boasts a home-like ambiance that creates a beautiful experience for the next home for you or your loved one, making sure residents feel like they belong. The beautiful community has been a home of endless possibilities that await discovery.

Orangeburg Memory Care is an elevated home offered at an affordable rate. Residents are each given personalized care plans for an enhanced quality of living, supported by its essential services. These include daily nutritious meals, ADLs, housekeeping, transportation, recreational activities, and specialized programs.

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Overview of Jm’s Residential Care Home

Surrounded by convenient local amenities in Oxnard, CA, JM’s Residential Care Home is a trusted community that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ welfare, the community provides top-tier care and support tailored to their unique needs around the clock. With its quaint and welcoming setting, residents feel at ease and receive the utmost attention they deserve.

There’s no dull moment in the community with a robust calendar of fun activities and enriching programs highlighting their interests and strengths. Residents have the finest dining experience with delightful and healthy meals, catering to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and transportation coordination are also available for residents’ comfort and convenience. Live comfortably in your golden years surrounded by the community’s beautiful and specially designed amenities.

Contact JM’s Residential Care Home

Overview of The Seville of San Clemente

The Seville of San Clemente is a 130-bed assisted living and memory care community at 2421 Calle Frontera in San Clemente, California. Operated by HSBT San Clemente LLC and Momentum Senior Living LLC under administrator Dyan Summerell, the community licensed in August 2024 serves residents in Orange County.

As a facility with under two years of operating history, the inspection record is still developing. Since licensing, the community has registered 15 citations against a California average of 10 for comparable facilities, a pace of 7.5 annually. Complaints filed number 10 against a state average of 14, and citations per routine inspection run 0.9 versus California’s 3.3 average, indicating that standard inspections have not been the citation driver. No serious citations appear on record. The latest inspection was March 2026.

Respite care, restaurant-style dining with chef-prepared meals, and a full activities calendar are offered. 24-hour staffing is present.

The Seville of San Clemente suits older adults in coastal south Orange County seeking assisted living or memory care in a larger, newer community. It’s where a 130-bed campus and restaurant-style dining anchor the lifestyle offering.

Contact The Seville of San Clemente

Overview of New West Haven II

New West Haven II, licensed since 2005, is a 67-bed assisted living and memory care community at 2551 Cameo Drive in Cameron Park, California. Operated by Cameo RCFE, Inc. under administrator Tania Langland, the facility serves residents in El Dorado County. Offered are respite care, 24-hour staffing, and an adult day program.

The inspection record falls below California’s average. Since 2021, New West Haven II logged 17 total citations against a California average of 10, with 23 complaints compared to a state average of 14 and complaint visits at 20 versus a state average of 13. Citations per routine inspection run 0.5 against a 3.3 California average No serious citations recorded. The most updated inspection was in February 2026.

With additional transportation arrangements present for health appointments, New West Haven II operates a senior shuttle service for resident transportation. Well-balanced meals are provided every day. Complimentary wireless internet and phone service are included.

The community is best for older adults and families who seek assisted living or memory care in Cameron Park, where El Dorado County’s foothill setting and on-site transportation support serve residents in the greater Sacramento area.

Contact New West Haven II

Overview of Glen Park at Long Beach

Serving the Long Beach community for a decade, Glen Park at Long Beach is a 208-bed facility accepting rehabilitation and longer-term care residents. Operated by Glen Park at Long Beach Inc under Ace Huynh’s administration, its location scores 93 on the Walk Score, placing it in a highly walkable area where daily errands can be done on foot, and nearby services and transit are readily accessible.

Glen Park at Long Beach delivers rehabilitation services, respite care, and additional home care support, making it a pragmatic choice for families seeking post-acute recovery or active care assistance. With a dedicated housekeeping service on-site, the home maintains expected attention to the living environment and cleanliness. The mix of such services and amenities mirrors an approach to senior living that prioritizes clinical support and comfort.

Scheduling a tour by families considering the facility is the best way to understand the daily experience and to confirm the specific services and room options that fit your loved one’s needs.

Contact Glen Park at Long Beach

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.