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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.
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 A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.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.
The Villas at Saratoga Skilled Nursing & Asst Lvg
AL
NH
SNF
Saratoga
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 103
Rank #782 / 1,349
No
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,145 / 1,410
C+23
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #931 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 1,298
-Strands LLC
El Dorado Hills Senior Care Village
AL
MC
El Dorado Hills
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,213 / 1,410
C+15
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #543 / 1,298
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,200
El Dorado Senior Care, LLC
Sundial
AL
RC
Redding (North Hilltop)
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 103
Rank #828 / 1,349
No
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,270 / 1,410
D18
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #827 / 1,292
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,128 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,298
53.8%
Facility 53.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,031 / 1,200
Sundial Operations LLC And Northstar Sr. Lvg, Inc
City Creek Assisted Living
AL
Sacramento
121
Facility 121
CA AVG 103
Rank #476 / 1,349
No
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,295 / 1,410
D85
53
Facility 53
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,257 / 1,292
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,327 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
92.6%
Facility 92.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #193 / 1,200
T Street LLC
Ventura Townehouse
AL
IL
MC
Ventura
566
Facility 566
CA AVG 103
Rank #11 / 1,349
Yes
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 56
Rank #549 / 1,410
C+38
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,135 / 1,292
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,203 / 1,338
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #472 / 1,298
-Pacific View Of Ventura, Inc
Abbey Road Villa
AL
RESC
Sylmar
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 103
Rank #760 / 1,349
No
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 56
Rank #620 / 1,410
B+45
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,204 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #451 / 1,298
-Abbey Road Villa, LLC
Downey Retirement Center
AL
MC
RESC
RC
-
252
Facility 252
CA AVG 103
Rank #74 / 1,349
No
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 56
Rank #227 / 1,410
C51
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,219 / 1,292
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,225 / 1,338
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #588 / 1,298
-Brookshire Partners
Fillmore Country Club
AL
MC
-
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 103
Rank #821 / 1,349
No
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 56
Rank #588 / 1,410
B-11
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,128 / 1,338
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #508 / 1,298
-Fillmore Country Club, LLC
Coral Oaks Care Living
AL
RESC
Lynwood
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 103
Rank #724 / 1,349
No
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 56
Rank #764 / 1,410
B-27
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #931 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #543 / 1,298
-Coral Oaks Care Living, Inc
Vista Roseville Senior Living
AL
MC
Roseville
128
Facility 128
CA AVG 103
Rank #437 / 1,349
No
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 56
Rank #549 / 1,410
A2
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
--Vista Roseville Senior Living Inc

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Overview of Gold Country Assisted Living

Gold Country Assisted Living is a nursing home in Placerville, California, offering assisted living and skilled nursing care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while residents keep private apartments. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Having both care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since several levels of care are available within the same community. The home has 46 beds, and rehabilitation services allow residents to receive therapy as part of their care without arranging a separate location. An area Walk Score of 31 means most errands require a car or a ride rather than being practical on foot.

Gold Country Assisted Living accepts Medicaid and Medicare. Medicaid may help when a family’s savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare generally applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Bonnie Stone is the administrator.

Contact Gold Country Assisted Living

Overview of Sunlit Gardens Assisted Living

Offering assisted living and memory care services, Sunlit Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care is a 172-bed community in Alta Loma, California. Operated by Sunlit Gardens, LLC, the facility has a focus on whole-body wellness and social engagement, built to provide residents with a carefree lifestyle while offering assistance when needed. The community earned recognition as the Best of Senior Living in 2023 from A Place For Mom.

Situated in a moderately walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 52, some errands can be finished on foot, though most trips require a quick drive. The surrounding area offers a mix of nearby amenities to bolster residents and visiting families.

As a newly licensed facility, Sunlit Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care has maintained a clean regulatory record with minimal inspection activity since opening.

Families contemplating a tour are encouraged to talk about the community’s wellness programs, daily activities, and the array of support for assisted living and memory care residents.

Contact Sunlit Gardens Assisted Living

Overview of City Creek Assisted Living

City Creek Assisted Living provides assisted living in Sacramento, California, with 121 beds in shared residential rooms. Residents can receive help with daily activities such as bathing and scheduled medication reminders, making the community potentially suitable for someone who needs this support while living in a shared setting.

Family-style dining and snacks give residents shared meals and food between meals. Local shopping trips and transportation services support outings without requiring residents to arrange transportation independently; Caleb Summerhays serves as administrator, and T Street operates the community.

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Overview of Coral Oaks Care Living

Serving seniors needing daily activities support while maintaining independence, Coral Oaks Care Living is an assisted living community in Los Angeles County, California. Operating for 11 years, the 84-bed facility brings established experience in senior care to the region.

The community focuses on maintaining residents’ life quality via daily conveniences and attention to individual needs. Meals are prepared fresh daily with three nutritious home-cooked meals served to residents, with accommodations to special dietary requirements. Activities are selected to match each resident’s cognitive and physical abilities, ensuring engagement is meaningful and appropriate. Daily life here includes practical support services: housekeeping, laundry, and transportation, along with an on-site salon. The facility’s location in an average walkable neighborhood (Walk Score 56) offers a blend of residential calm and accessibility to nearby amenities and errands. It marks celebrations with occupants, including holiday and birthday events that build connection and meaning in the everyday rhythm.

Over the past five years, state inspections have provided a record of the facility’s compliance with California care standards.

Contact Coral Oaks Care Living

Overview of Fillmore Country Club

In a moderately walkable neighborhood, Fillmore Country Club is a 66-bed community offering a blend of independent and assisted living care. Operating for 12 years, it’s managed by Fillmore Country Club, LLC, with 24-hour staffing to bolster residents’ daily needs. The community welcomes short-term residents and offers a dementia care program alongside general residential services.

Daily life at Fillmore Country Club concentrates on activity and engagement. A full-time activity director oversees programming that includes daily exercise classes, live entertainment, trips, and planned outings, all designed to keep residents active and connected to the community. The residential atmosphere is boosted by amenities like a movie theater, beauty salon, and an outside patio where occupants can relax and socialize. Meanwhile, dining is approached with care and flexibility. The kitchen prepares restaurant-style meals on-site daily and handles special dietary needs, including diabetic, low-salt, and vegetarian options. This attention to individual preferences makes mealtime nourishing and enjoyable for residents with varying health requirements. The community’s pet policy allows small pets, which many residents appreciate for companionship. More conveniences like laundry service and satellite TV access are included to support residents’ comfort and independence.

With the facility’s blend of activity, specialized care programming, and attention to daily living details, Fillmore Country Club caters to occupants valuing social engagement and personalized support.

Contact Fillmore Country Club

Overview of Ventura Townehouse

Ventura Townehouse is a large-scale residential community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services in Ventura, California. Serving residents for 13 years, the community is operated by Pacific View Of Ventura, Inc., and administrated by Evan Granucci. With 566 beds, it’s positioned to offer an array of on-site services and structured programs for occupants at different care levels.

The community provides rehabilitation services, respite care, and 24-hour staffing, ensuring short-term recovery needs and active daily support are available. Residents under assisted living and memory care programs benefit from coordinated clinical and personal care, while those in independent living enjoy a resort-style setting’s flexibility. The facility is located in a moderately walkable area with a Walk Score of 66, making some nearby errands reachable on foot. Dining spotlights variety and quality, with gourmet meals and options like fresh salads and desserts to suit different preferences. The activity calendar includes social gatherings, live entertainment, outings, and educational classes, creating opportunities for engagement and connection. While maintaining access to professional care services as needs evolve, residents enjoy the environment of a resort-style community. Prices start at $4,995 monthly per person.

For families thinking of choosing Ventura Townehouse, touring the facilities and conversing with current residents or family members can help clarify how its range of care levels and amenities fit specific needs.

Contact Ventura Townehouse

Overview of Abbey Road Villa

Under administrator Marine Karapetian’s leadership, Abbey Road Villa is a 78-bed assisted living and residential care community operated by Abbey Road Villa LLC in California. Operating for 13 years, it offers a residential care environment with support for everyday activities.

Occupants benefit from 24-hour staffing with licensed nurses and nursing assistants on site, ensuring consistent support all day. Home care services exist for people needing extra support. The dining approach spotlights fresh, nutritious meals with rotating menu selections and seasonal specials designed to provide varied and nourishing options. Life here includes an active calendar of recreational and educational programming. Residents can participate in live music, entertainment, and group activities like bridge and poker, providing opportunities for social engagement and mental stimulation. On-site amenities, including barber services and laundry, support daily living. The community is situated in a moderately walkable area with a Walk Score of 62, meaning some errands can be done on foot, while others require a quick drive. This setting offers occupants and visiting family a balance of neighborhood character and nearby amenities.

Contact Abbey Road Villa

Overview of Downey Retirement Center

Operated by Brookshire Partners, Downey Retirement Center is a 252-bed assisted living and memory care community administered by Brandie Mendibles in Downey, California. It’s set up to serve residents needing daily activities support while maintaining as much independence as possible. It extends those services to include memory care for occupants with cognitive decline.

With licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants on site, the center maintains 24-hour staffing. Services include rehabilitation and short-term rehab, respite care, and medical appointments. Residents can access daily meals, housekeeping and laundry services, and an array of activities, including music classes, arts and crafts, and exercise classes. The community also offers activity programs and adult education classes for residents interested in continued learning. It sits in a highly walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 83, meaning most errands can be finished on foot. The facility includes various amenities: large dining rooms, a family room and game rooms, TV lounge, library, computer room, courtyards and gardens, and an in-house beauty salon. In-house transportation and chauffeur service exist, and the building has elevator access and parking for residents and guests.

Areas requiring attention and continued oversight have been pointed out by state inspections.

Asking about how the community addresses inspection findings and continuous quality improvement is a must for families touring the home.

Contact Downey Retirement Center

Overview of Vista Roseville Senior Living

A 128-bed community administered by Sheri Kimbro and operated by Vista Roseville Senior Living Inc. is Vista Roseville Senior Living. The home in Roseville, California, sits in a moderately walkable area with a Walk Score of 66. This makes some nearby errands accessible on foot, while most trips demand a short drive.

Daily life centers on good food and engaging activity. Residents eat three meals daily, featuring award-winning culinary offerings, with indoor and outdoor dining spaces available. Throughout the month, the community has a resident-inspired social calendar offering a blend of leisure, educational, and social activities. Practical support services include housekeeping and linen service. A library, movie theater, and recreational spaces are some on-site amenities. The mix of consistent dining, structured activities, and supportive services delivers a stable foundation for occupants and their families.

Contact Vista Roseville Senior Living

Overview of The Villas at Saratoga Skilled Nursing & Asst Lvg

Strands LLC operates The Villas at Saratoga, a 74-bed skilled nursing and assisted living facility located at 20400 Saratoga Los Gatos Road in Saratoga, California. Ryan Williams serves as the administrator for the building, which stays fairly busy with an 86 percent occupancy rate. Stays average just 63 days, demonstrating that the daily workload is geared heavily toward temporary post-hospital therapy and short-term recovery rather than permanent long-term placements.

The immediate neighborhood provides moderate walkability, meaning visitors can take care of a few errands on foot but will generally need a vehicle to get around town. Indoors, the nurses and aides log an average of 3 hours and 45 minutes of direct, hands-on care per resident each day. This round-the-clock staff manages structured physical rehabilitation plans and runs a social program that includes exercise classes, book clubs, shopping trips, and an on-site beauty salon.

Government health inspectors track compliance through standard licensing reviews to confirm that the clinical schedules and therapy records align with regional medical codes. Interested individuals can touch base with the front desk to see which floor plans are currently open, ask about the intake timeline, or pick an upcoming weekday to walk through the building and view the rehabilitation setups.

Contact The Villas at Saratoga Skilled Nursing & Asst Lvg

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.