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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,435 assisted living communities in CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CA
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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. CH (Care Homes): Small licensed residential settings with personal care and supervision in a home-like environment. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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 A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.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.
Foothill Heights Care Center
AL
ADC
NH
RC
SNF
Pasadena (North Central)
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 103
Rank #884 / 1,349
No
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 56
Rank #498 / 1,410
B-17---
90.6%
Facility 90.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #215 / 1,200
--
Bethel Senior Living
AL
ADC
HC
HOS
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Selma
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 103
Rank #966 / 1,349
No
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 56
Rank #227 / 1,410
--
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
--Bethel Asst Living LLC And Bayshire Central Valley LLC-
Safe Haven – Manteca III
AL
HOS
IL
MC
Manteca
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,382 / 1,410
-1-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,220 / 1,298
-Safe Haven Manteca LLCPrivate / Shared Room
Riverstone Terrace Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Bakersfield
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 103
Rank #869 / 1,349
Yes
52
Facility 52
CA AVG 56
Rank #847 / 1,410
D23
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #890 / 1,292
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,024 / 1,338
-
38.2%
Facility 38.2%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,166 / 1,200
-Studio / 1 Bed
Leisure Garden Senior Assisted Living
AL
RESC
W Lancaster
157
Facility 157
CA AVG 103
Rank #268 / 1,349
No
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 56
Rank #878 / 1,410
C113
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,280 / 1,292
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,266 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,298
-Maxicare Senior Home, LLC-
Sungarden Terrace
AL
MC
RC
Lemon Grove
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 103
Rank #551 / 1,349
No
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,347 / 1,410
-18
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #791 / 1,292
-
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #588 / 1,298
-Sd Commercial, LLC-
Yannica Guest Home I
AL
IL
MC
NH
Stockton (Seaport)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,364 / 1,410
C12
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,024 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
Hermalina, LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Chianti Joy LLC II
AL
Stockton (Valley Oak)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,031 / 1,410
D-7
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #699 / 1,298
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,200
Chianti Joy LLCPrivate / Shared Rooms
Elms Residential Home Care
AL
CH
Ventura
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 103
Rank #874 / 1,349
No
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 56
Rank #444 / 1,410
D-44
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,173 / 1,292
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,254 / 1,338
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 13
Rank #42 / 1,298
92.6%
Facility 92.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #193 / 1,200
Fe Lilia HigginsStudio / 1 Bed / Private Rooms
Ellee Residential Care
AL
RESC
North Hollywood
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 56
Rank #353 / 1,410
F7
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #214 / 1,298
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #785 / 1,200
Eleanor & Lee PosnerPrivate / Shared Rooms

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Overview of Aegis Living Corte Madera

Aegis Living Corte Madera is an assisted living community operated by Aegis Senior Communities and is administered by Eugene Pascual in Corte Madera, California. The 150-bed community caters to older adults needing daily activities support while maintaining their independence.

The facility offers an array of care options, spanning light assisted living, transitional care, and respite care for short-term stays. Services include 24-hour staffing, nursing services, and rehabilitation services, making it suitable for residents who need medical oversight or therapeutic support during recovery. Daily life here is anchored by on-site amenities, including a spa and hair salon, hydration stations throughout the community, and all-day dining with chef-prepared meals tailored to individual tastes and needs. The Corte Madera location has a Walk Score of 54, indicating moderate walkability. Some errands can be finished on foot, though most outings necessitate transportation.

Touring in person, for families contemplating Aegis Living Corte Madera, is the best way to see firsthand the community’s setup, available care options, and daily activities. It fits occupants requiring medical oversight or therapeutic support during recovery.

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Overview of Oak Creek Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care Community

Set foot in the welcoming community of Oak Creek Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care Community in Castro Valley, CA, which offers specialized memory care in a secure and nurturing environment. The highly skilled and dedicated team provides round-the-clock supervision and tailored services to meet the unique needs of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

Experience the difference at Oak Creek: Enjoy comfortable accommodations, nutritious meals, engaging activities, and holistic care. The community is designed to foster meaningful interactions and support overall well-being. Participate in specialized activities focusing on keeping the mind, body, and spirit active and engaged. Meet new companions within the beautifully created spaces of the community. Discover why Oak Creek is the ideal choice for your loved one. Schedule a tour today and see for yourself.

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Overview of San Mateo Villa

San Mateo Villa is a welcoming assisted living community in San Mateo, CA, that offers personal care. Promoting a home-like and welcoming environment, the community ensures residents can feel at ease during their stay. Residents can also maintain their independence without hassles, with high-quality services, including medication management, a well-balanced menu, and household services. The community also works closely with residents to create individualized care plans that aim to improve their quality of life.

Fitness programs, social events, and recreational activities allow residents to live actively and gain fun experiences. Thoughtfully furnished rooms and accessible communal spaces also ensure residents’ comfort and safety. With its beautiful setting in a peaceful residential area of San Mateo, residents have a laid-back retirement. The community’s intimate setting and high-quality services make it a great choice for assisted living in California.

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Ellee Residential Care

11323 Calvert St, North Hollywood, CA 91606
Overview of Ellee Residential Care

Located in Los Angeles, CA, Ellee Residential Care is an outstanding assisted living community that offers personalized care. Featuring fully furnished rooms, the community strives to promote a home-like environment where residents can feel comfortable. Here, residents are prioritized and guaranteed the utmost attention with individualized care plans.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and holistic wellness, fun recreational activities and social events are conducted. With three well-balanced dining options, residents do not have to worry about meal preparation. This senior living community is a trusted choice for assisted living in Los Angeles, especially with its dedicated services and supportive environment.

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Overview of Foothill Heights Care Center

Foothill Heights Care Center is a nursing home located in Pasadena, CA, providing rehabilitative and skilled nursing services, adult day and night care, as well as respite care. Part of these services include an array of therapy services, wound care and pain management, and psychiatric care. Their skilled nursing services provide their residents with 24/7 skilled nursing care, medication management, as well as assistance with daily living activities such as bathing and toileting, and dining and mobility or transfer assistance if needed.
Residents are well taken care of at Foothill Heights Care Center. Meals are provided and prepared with consideration to the residents diets, housekeeping and laundry services are regularly provided to ensure cleanliness and safety of everyone, and physically and mentally stimulating activities are regularly scheduled to boost the residents physical and mental health, helping them gain back their independence.

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Overview of Safe Haven – Manteca III

Safe Haven, Manteca III provides assisted living, hospice care, independent living, and memory care in Manteca, California. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care.

The community has six beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Its range of care types can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community, while private and shared rooms offer either a single living space or a companion arrangement. Ryan Alejo serves as administrator, Safe Haven Manteca operates the community, and an on site spa gives residents access to that amenity without leaving the home.

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Overview of Leisure Garden Senior Assisted Living

An assisted living residence in Lancaster, California, operated by Maxicare Senior Home, Llc, under Crystal Barrientos’ administration, is Leisure Garden Senior Assisted Living. Serving the area for five years, the community has 157 beds.

The facility provides full board meals as part of its core services. It also offers nutritional and dietary counseling to bolster residents’ health needs. They benefit from housekeeping and laundry services, which handle daily life’s practical demands. The home likewise maintains a garden space, providing outdoor areas for occupants to enjoy. Respite care exists for families seeking temporary placement while managing care transitions or personal needs. The surrounding neighborhood is somewhat walkable, with a Walk Score of 50, meaning some daily errands can be finished on foot. Most trips, however, necessitate a quick drive.

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Overview of Chianti Joy LLC II

Chianti Joy LLC II is a welcoming community in Stockton, CA, dedicated to residents needing assisted living services. It ensures everyone is well-cared for with the help of compassionate caregivers available 24/7 to support their daily routines. From personal care to medication management, the community guarantees residents are provided with the help they need to retire without worry.

Living experience is improved with fun and engaging activities that nurture residents’ overall well-being. Meals are carefully prepared to satisfy both residents’ nutritional needs and palates. The community is designed to provide a safe and supportive environment that allows residents to thrive in their preferred lifestyle.

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Overview of Bethel Senior Living

Bethel Lutheran Home owns Bethel Senior Living, a small 33-bed nursing community on Dockery Avenue in Selma, California, operated by Bethel Assisted Living LLC and Bayshire Central Valley LLC. The building houses 23 residents, running at a 71 percent occupancy rate under administrator Benjamin Carter. Stays average 385 days, meaning the daily workload centers mostly on permanent residential care rather than temporary post-hospital therapy.

The surrounding neighborhood provides good pedestrian access, earning a walk score of 83 out of 100, so visitors can easily take care of errands on foot. Inside, the floor crew logs an average of 4 hours and 36 minutes of direct care per resident each day, with nurse aides handling 3 hours and 46 minutes of that total.

This round-the-clock staff runs physical rehabilitation programs, provides adult day health treatments, and coordinates on-site home care services for the residents. Government health inspectors monitor the property through routine compliance audits to ensure medical records and staffing ratios meet local health codes.

Families can contact the intake desk to verify current room openings or ask how the admission process works. The office staff can also arrange a convenient weekday morning to walk through the grounds and view the communal spaces.

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Overview of Riverstone Terrace Senior Living

Administered by Douglas G. Rice, Riverstone Terrace Senior Living is a single-story community in Bakersfield, California, offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. The community is near Garden Park and local bus stops. It’s about 5.4 miles from downtown Bakersfield, giving residents several care options in one location.

The 55-bed community has furnished studio and one-bedroom apartments. It currently operates at 38% occupancy, so there’s plenty of availability for families looking to move a loved one in. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 52, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but other errands and outings require a short drive.

Residents enjoy the benefits of 24-hour assistance, weekly housekeeping, transportation services, beauty services and regular fitness programs. Memory care is available for residents who need it. Respite care is a short term option for the families. These services allow residents to receive the right level of care without having to leave their communities.

Themed events, games, light exercise sessions, outdoor gardens, a dining room and common gathering areas encourage residents to stay active and engaged. The community is also pet friendly, so residents can bring in a companion animal.

State inspections in California have mainly focused on safety and hazard prevention, including chemical storage, slip-resistant flooring, staff screening, and employee clearance procedures. Complaint investigations involving staff conduct, response times, and resident care have not resulted in substantiated findings. Families touring Riverstone Terrace Senior Living should ask how these safety practices are managed as part of the community’s daily operations.

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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.