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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. 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.
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 A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.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.
Northridge Valley Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Northridge
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 103
Rank #551 / 1,349
Yes
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,213 / 1,410
B-28
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,032 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 1,298
66.4%
Facility 66.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #853 / 1,200
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High Desert Haven
AL
MC
RESC
Ridgecrest
154
Facility 154
CA AVG 103
Rank #280 / 1,349
No
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,192 / 1,410
D+24
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #859 / 1,292
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,203 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,220 / 1,298
-High Desert Haven, LLCPrivate Rooms
Raya‘s Paradise San Clemente
AL
MC
San Clemente
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 103
Rank #743 / 1,349
Yes
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 56
Rank #803 / 1,410
C-36
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,066 / 1,292
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,128 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
41.3%
Facility 41.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,153 / 1,200
Rp Of Sc Inc-
California Mission Inn
AL
IL
MC
RC
-
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 103
Rank #715 / 1,349
Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 56
Rank #396 / 1,410
D+20
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #859 / 1,292
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,128 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 1,298
-San Gabriel Senior Living, Inc-
Mesaview Senior Assisted Living
AL
HOS
IL
MC
RC
-
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 103
Rank #979 / 1,349
No
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 56
Rank #128 / 1,410
B-29
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,078 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #650 / 1,298
-Mvsal, LLC-
Living Grace Assisted Living and Memory
AL
MC
RESC
RC
-
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 103
Rank #702 / 1,349
No
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 56
Rank #745 / 1,410
A-16
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #709 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,220 / 1,298
-Lowell Investment LLC , Ssg Lowell Investment LLC-
West Hills Assisted Living
AL
MC
-
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 103
Rank #687 / 1,349
No
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 56
Rank #375 / 1,410
B+39
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,150 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,298
-West Hills Assisted Living LLC-
Carmel Village
AL
IL
MC
Fountain Valley (Colonia Juarez)
220
Facility 220
CA AVG 103
Rank #100 / 1,349
Yes
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 56
Rank #484 / 1,410
B+56
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,190 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #699 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
Wellquest 625 Fountain Valley LLC-
Oakwood Meadows Assisted Living
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Citus Heights
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 103
Rank #760 / 1,349
No
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 56
Rank #570 / 1,410
B33
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,049 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,220 / 1,298
94.9%
Facility 94.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #169 / 1,200
Makena Bay, LLC-
Enchanted Garden for Seniors
AL
San Mateo (Highlands-Baywood Park)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,295 / 1,410
D+3
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #354 / 1,298
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,200
Giusto Jr., Jack & Giusto, FerlenePrivate Rooms

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Overview of El Dorado Hills Senior Care Village

El Dorado Hills Senior Care Village is a six-bed assisted living and memory care home at 2920 Tam Oshanter Dr in El Dorado Hills, California. El Dorado Senior Care, LLC runs it, and the facility has held its license with the California Department of Social Services for 11 years now.

Single-story, private and semi-private rooms, and right now 5 of the 6 beds are filled, putting occupancy at 83 percent. The Walk Score sits at 22, car-dependent, so getting anywhere beyond the immediate block means driving. Mercy Hospital of Folsom, part of Dignity Health, is about 3.77 miles out.

Day to day, licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants staff the home, and residents have access to transportation services and fitness and recreation programming. Six beds is a small number, and that scale tends to mean something different than a hundred-bed building does: fewer residents per staff member and more attentive care.

On the regulatory side, inspections here have tended to center on staffing and staff credentials, along with fall and injury prevention, the kind of areas state regulators routinely look at in small residential care settings like this one.

El Dorado Hills Senior Care Village, ultimately, is a small, long-running, licensed home built around close, direct care rather than scale, sitting in a quiet, car-dependent stretch of El Dorado Hills.

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Overview of Sundial

Burrowed in the welcoming environment of Redding, CA, the Sundial is an enticing senior living community that offers assisted living and respite care services. Known for its “bird in flight” design which means overcoming diversity, this community provides a warming environment for its residents to boost a promising living experience. Here, residents can choose from a variety of accommodations tailored to their needs and tastes. This community also provides short-term stays with personalized care services and 24-hour assistance from a dedicated and trained team.

Fostering a caring and inclusive environment, enjoy its exceptional amenities and services like restaurant-style dining with a fresh and seasonal selection of meals, a full-packed calendar for social activities, and medication management. With Sundial, seniors can enjoy a classic living experience.

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Overview of Northridge Valley Senior Living

Northridge Valley Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Northridge, CA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living supports daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care types share one campus. That can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to a different care level can happen without leaving the community. Northridge Valley Senior Living has 110 beds, and Benedict Pak serves as administrator. Pacifica Somerfield and Northridge Sl Mgr operate the community.

A full service beauty salon provides salon services on site, while gardens offer outdoor space. Restaurant style dining includes chef prepared meals in a dining room, and daily activities include ice cream socials, bingo, art projects, trivia, and happy hour. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving in.

Contact Northridge Valley Senior Living

High Desert Haven

1240 College Heights Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Overview of High Desert Haven

High Desert Haven is a highly regarded residential care community in Ridgecrest, CA, that offers assisted living and memory care. Promoting a home-like environment, the community ensures older adults are comfortable and safe. Three nutritious meals daily, 24-hour care, and household services are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community also creates personalized care plans to meet residents’ unique needs and help them thrive in retirement.

A variety of games, exciting events, and light exercises provide residents with more opportunities to interact with peers and gain meaningful experiences. A beauty shop, a warm dining room, and spacious communal spaces ensure residents’ holistic wellness. Residents experience a worry-free retirement, especially with the community’s peaceful setting in Ridgecrest’s residential neighborhood. This residential care community is a good choice for senior living in California, as it has high-quality services dedicated to older adults’ well-being.

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Overview of Raya‘s Paradise San Clemente

Raya’s Paradise San Clemente is a senior living community at 101 Avenida Calafia in San Clemente, California, operated by Rp Of Sc Inc under administrator Monica Westphaln. Located near the San Clemente State Beach Campground, the two-story, 80-bed property offers assisted living, memory care, respite, and hospice services. The community currently operates at about 41 percent occupancy.

The coastal-style building features private and semi-private rooms with ocean-view patios. Residents receive 24/7 on-site nursing, personalized care, and medication management. Daily life is supported by chef-prepared dining, an on-site salon and spa, local transportation, fitness programs, and specialized cognitive therapies.

The neighborhood features a walk score of 54, indicating that some basic retail and beachside paths are accessible on foot. For comprehensive medical care, Providence Mission Hospital is located approximately 10 miles away. The community is also entirely pet-friendly.

Families can contact the administration office to request current pricing structures or to schedule a personal tour of the Avenida Calafia campus.

Contact Raya‘s Paradise San Clemente

Overview of West Hills Assisted Living

Operating for five years, West Hills Assisted Living is a 90-bed community administered by Edgardo Galang through West Hills Assisted Living LLC in California. It prioritizes attentive, compassionate care through its licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, with 24-hour staffing available to support residents all the time.

Meals are a daily life cornerstone. The dining program features home-cooked, balanced meals prepared fresh each day by staff who work from a registered dietitian-designed menu. Every meal includes protein, vegetables, and fruits, highlighting nutrition alongside the familiar comfort of well-prepared food. This approach mirrors a view that good nutrition and food matter to overall well-being. Beyond personal care and meals, residents can access social, recreational, and educational activities suited to different energy levels and interests. That flexibility matters, whether someone wants to stay actively engaged or prefers quieter pursuits. The facility also offers a library, a garden where residents can spend time outdoors, and concierge services to help with daily needs. The neighborhood itself is really walkable, with a Walk Score of 75. This means lots of errands can be done on foot, and many essentials are within easy reach.

Visiting family members can find the walkability level convenient. It can also attract occupants who value the ability to get around independently when possible.

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Overview of Living Grace Assisted Living and Memory

Operated by Lowell Investment LLC, Living Grace Assisted Living and Memory is an 88-bed community administrated by Farial Shokoor. It caters to older adults needing help with daily activities and those with memory loss and dementia. An 88-bed capacity means a moderately sized community where residents and families can still experience a more personalized environment than larger facilities.

Though most trips demand a quick drive, the home is in a moderately walkable neighborhood where some errands can be done on foot. This type of location can suit residents and families who value a calmer residential setting while still maintaining reasonable access to nearby amenities and services. Everyday living is built around core services, including 24-hour professional caregiving, licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, and respite care when families need momentary support. All utilities, including phone service, are in the monthly cost, which removes several variable household expenses occupants would otherwise manage. The community offers private and semi-private bedrooms to handle different preferences and needs. Dining features home-cooked meals prepared in-house, with housekeeping services included. This approach to food and cleanliness can be more personal than institutional dining and helps occupants feel cared for through daily routines. Residents can also access a family room, dining area, and a patio with an outdoor grill where they can connect. Structured days include planned activities and occasional local outings that promote social engagement and companionship. Such programs help residents maintain routines, stay connected to their community, and enjoy time with fellow occupants. The community’s focus on assisted daily living and memory care reflects its dedication to supporting people across different care needs and stages of aging. The home opened recently, operating for just one year.

For families thinking of choosing the facility, touring in person will help confirm the community’s daily feel, meal preparation quality, and resident-staff engagement. The location can fit residents and families who cherish a more tranquil residential setting while still having good access to nearby amenities and services.

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Overview of California Mission Inn

Operated by San Gabriel Senior Living, Inc., California Mission Inn is an 85-bed assisted living community in Rosemead, California. It’s conveniently located in a highly walkable area with a Walk Score of 74, making it accessible for family visits and nearby errands. Operating for six years, it provides an array of support services designed for residents needing daily activities assistance while maintaining independence.

California Mission Inn offers 24-hour staffing and respite care for those requiring short-term stays, either for recuperation or to provide relief to family caregivers. Dining here features chef-prepared meals, giving occupants quality nutrition prepared on-site. The facility is pet-friendly, letting residents bring their animal companions, which can be a vital part of maintaining the comfort and familiarity of home. At $2,900 monthly, California Mission Inn offers a mid-range pricing option for those seeking assisted living in Rosemead.

The community’s blend of services, walkable location, and personalized dining make it a grounded choice for seniors needing assistance with daily living activities who want to stay engaged with their neighborhood.

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Overview of Mesaview Senior Assisted Living

Operated by Mvsal, Llc, Mesaview Senior Assisted Living is a 30-bed community under Genoveva Guerrero’s administration. Operating for seven years, it serves residents needing support with daily living, including those managing Alzheimer’s disease and other memory-care needs. The home provides respite care for families, offering momentary relief care for a loved one while regular caregivers rest.

24/7 staffing means assistance is available at any hour. Along with daily housekeeping support, daily life includes three regular meals plus two snacks prepared for residents. The community is situated in a really walkable neighborhood, with a Walk Score of 89, so families visiting will find the surrounding area easy to explore on foot and most essentials accessible nearby.

An in-person tour, for families checking out memory care choices or temporary respite placements in the area, can provide a clear sense of the community’s setup and daily routine.

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Carmel Village

17077 San Mateo St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Overview of Carmel Village

Overlooking the beautiful neighborhood of Fountain Valley, CA, Carmel Village is a paradisal senior living community that offers three care levels, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents here enjoy a maintenance-free living in their impeccably designed accommodations near Huntington Beach, Mile Square Regional Park, and other local spots. Those needing extra care and support are provided with a 24-hour care team supervised by a licensed nurse and an array of care services, including assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and personal care assistance.

Residents live life to the fullest with a broad array of planned events and activities that provides plenty of opportunities for indulging their passions for arts, music, fitness, education, and other interests. Indulge in fine dining experiences with a daily selection of fresh, delicious meals served restaurant style in an elegant dining room. A wide array of delightful amenities are also available to foster activity, enjoyment, and leisure, such as a fully-equipped fitness center, clubhouse, card room, library, arts & crafts room, and a beauty parlor.

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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.