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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
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.
Bayshire Yorba Linda
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Yorba Linda
114
Facility 114
CA AVG 103
Rank #535 / 1,350
?Yes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 56
Rank #571 / 1,411
21
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #859 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,135 / 1,299
90.4%
Facility 90.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #218 / 1,202
Yorba Linda Care LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Lake Park Senior Living
AL
IL
NH
RC
Oakland
275
Facility 275
CA AVG 103
Rank #60 / 1,350
?Yes
97
Facility 97
CA AVG 56
Rank #21 / 1,411
62
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,214 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,299
47.3%
Facility 47.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,115 / 1,202
Lake Merritt Senior Living LLC And Calson Care OaklandStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Mountain Manor
AL
NH
RESC
SNF
Carmichael
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 103
Rank #967 / 1,350
?No
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 56
Rank #376 / 1,411
12
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #547 / 1,299
48.5%
Facility 48.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,100 / 1,202
Grandcare, IncPrivate Rooms
Almond Grove Assisted Living
AL
Orangevale
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 103
Rank #761 / 1,350
C+No
53
Facility 53
CA AVG 56
Rank #833 / 1,411
35
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #991 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
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Midtown Villa
AL
RESC
Hemet
102
Facility 102
CA AVG 103
Rank #594 / 1,350
B-Yes
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 56
Rank #879 / 1,411
10
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,299
-Pacific Inland Healthcare Sysytem Corporation-
Town & Country
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Santa Ana
328
Facility 328
CA AVG 103
Rank #40 / 1,350
?Yes
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 56
Rank #537 / 1,411
39
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,151 / 1,292
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,085 / 1,338
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 13
Rank #7 / 1,299
32.9%
Facility 32.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,190 / 1,202
Christian And Missionary Alliance-
University Retirement Community
AL
CCRC
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Davis (West Davis)
500
Facility 500
CA AVG 103
Rank #20 / 1,350
?No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 56
Rank #804 / 1,411
15
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #120 / 1,299
-Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Ararat Gardens
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Glendale (Somerset)
175
Facility 175
CA AVG 103
Rank #196 / 1,350
?Yes
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 56
Rank #180 / 1,411
22
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #859 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,299
46.3%
Facility 46.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,123 / 1,202
Ararat Home Of Los Angeles, IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage
Community Care On Palm
AL
ADC
NH
RC
SNF
Riverside (Wood Streets)
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 103
Rank #882 / 1,350
B-No
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 56
Rank #789 / 1,411
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94.3%
Facility 94.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #178 / 1,202
-Shared Rooms
Mercy Retirement and Care Center
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Oakland (Saint Elizabeth)
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 103
Rank #244 / 1,350
?No
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 56
Rank #90 / 1,411
26
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #890 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #171 / 1,299
31.9%
Facility 31.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,191 / 1,202
Mercy Ret & Care Ctr And Elder Care Alliance-

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Overview of Bayshire Yorba Linda

Located in Yorba Linda, CA, Bayshire Yorba Linda is a classic senior living community designed to provide an array of care options, including assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Focused on helping residents comfortably age in place, the community offers a wide array of services provided by a team of compassionate and reliable care experts. Bright and spacious residences with convenient in-house amenities are offered to every resident, giving them a space they can call their own and personalize according to their preferences and needs.

With round the clock supervision from a reliable team, residents maintain their peace of mind knowing that their needs and emergencies are met with immediate attention. Residents also enjoy an array of life enrichment activities, programs and special events that gives them opportunities for leisure and recreation. The community also provides residents with other services, like mobile physician, podiatry and dental services for added convenience.

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Lake Park Senior Living

1850 Alice St, Oakland, CA 94612
Overview of Lake Park Senior Living

Experience vibrant living at Lake Park Senior Living in Oakland, CA, where personalized care meets endless opportunities for joy and independence. Specializing in assisted living, independent living, and respite care, this community features 55+ active adult apartments, including an entire floor dedicated to assisted living. Residents can choose from spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments, as well as cozy alcoves, ensuring a perfect fit for every lifestyle.

With a serene and inspiring indoor setting, you’ll have endless options to have fun, make friends, and relax. The best part? You or your loved one can rest easy, knowing there’s a plan in place in case their needs change in the future. This community offers the perfect balance of independence and support, ensuring residents can manage daily activities with dignity and ease. With a wide array of services and amenities, life here is enjoyable, fulfilling, active, and worry-free.

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Mountain Manor

6101 Fair Oaks Blvd, Carmichael, CA 95608
Overview of Mountain Manor

Nestled in a welcoming neighborhood in Carmichael, CA, Mountain Manor is a distinguished senior living community, offering assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. With 24-hour supervision from a highly-trained care team and access to services like medication management, and daily living assistance, residents are empowered to live their lives comfortably. Access to various therapy services and state-of-the-art rehabilitation technology are also offered to help residents regain or preserve their mobility, strength, and functionality.

Vibrant daily activities are conducted regularly to provide residents with opportunities for recreation, socialization, and leisure. Dietitian approved meals are served in elegant dining areas to make sure residents eat healthy and right on time. With its extensive array of services, amenities, and activities, residents here are guaranteed to age well and live well.

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Overview of Almond Grove Assisted Living

Orangevale, CA, is home to Almond Grove Assisted Living, and assisted living is all it does. That means help with personal care and medication management, and it fits a person whose need for daily help isn’t going away but who still wants a residential setting.

The administrator is Preston Summerhays. The Assisted Living Waiver Program runs here, and a library is on the amenity list, all in a community of 78 beds.

Payment through Medicaid is accepted. The area earns a 53 from Walk Score, enough for the somewhat walkable label.

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Overview of Midtown Villa

Midtown Villa provides assisted living and residential care in Hemet, California. In assisted living, residents keep their own apartment while receiving help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication; Residential care provides a supported place to live.

Respite care is available for short stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. Midtown Villa has 102 beds, with staffing available around the clock so assistance is present at any hour.

Pets are allowed, enabling residents to bring a pet when they move in. A Walk Score of 50 / 100 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot by a resident who no longer drives.

Romeo Labastida serves as the administrator, and Pacific Inland Healthcare Sysytem operates the community.

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Overview of Town & Country

Town & Country offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Santa Ana, CA. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Because Town & Country offers several care levels, it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 328 beds, and total nurse staffing is 5h 22m per resident/day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated per resident.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Sara Modugno is the administrator, and Christian And Missionary Alliance operates the community.

A Walk Score of 67 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet at the community.

Starting Price $4,620/Month

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Overview of University Retirement Community

Located in the heart of Davis, CA, University Retirement Community is a luxury senior living community that offers its residents an extravagant independent living environment. The community provides its residents with stunning and snug accommodations with home maintenance and other household chores taken care of for a carefree living experience. Each residence is equipped with private decks, large windows, full kitchens, and large living and dining areas that foster a comfortable and convenient living environment.

Designed to nurture residents’ overall aspect of well-being, the community also offers an array of wellness initiatives and enriching activities. Residents keep their minds sharp with the community’s excellent range of lifelong learning opportunities that help stimulate their minds and cognitive abilities. Here at University Retirement Community, residents spend less time worrying about the small things, and more time pursuing the things they love.

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Overview of Ararat Gardens

Ararat Gardens offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing care in Glendale, CA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, so multiple care levels are available in one community as a resident’s needs grow. Ararat Gardens may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 175 beds, placing it in a larger setting with more residents and staff. Housing includes studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences, and cottages. A two-bedroom can suit a couple moving together, while a studio provides a single private space. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 11 minutes per resident per day, representing that amount of daily hands-on nurse time allocated per resident.

A Walk Score of 86 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Fitness classes, educational workshops, arts and crafts, social gatherings, and movie nights give residents scheduled activities. The library offers another on-site place to read or spend time, and pets are allowed. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families payment routes for skilled care, longer-term care when savings may not cover the stay, or direct payment. Varsenik Keshishyan serves as administrator, and Ararat Home Of Los Angeles operates the community.

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Overview of Community Care on Palm

Experience genuine care with Community Care on Palm, a compassionate community in Riverside, CA that offers an array of rehabilitative services. The community helps residents recover successfully with the help of their professional therapists trained in physical, speech, and occupational therapy. Residents are well-cared for with access to 24/7 skilled nursing services and individualized care plans tailored to their preferences and needs.

Those looking for short-term stays can access the community’s respite care and adult day care program designed to offer companionship and relief for family caregivers. Living spaces here are designed to provide both comfort and opportunities for meaningful social interactions. With its round-the-clock care and customized services, the community warrants an effective delivery of care amidst a safe and nurturing environment.

Starting Price $10,500/Month

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Overview of Mercy Retirement and Care Center

In Oakland, CA, Mercy Retirement and Care Center is a nursing home that also runs skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care. Its 160 beds are in the Saint Elizabeth neighborhood.

Licensed nursing never goes off duty in the nursing home and skilled nursing. Assisted living residents get help with baths, dressing, and medication, and memory care keeps residents at risk of wandering supervised in secured surroundings. With those levels together, needs can change over the years while the resident stays in one community.

At 92, Walk Score calls the area a walker’s paradise, so everyday errands need no car. Without driving, a resident can still get out independently.

Medicare pays for brief skilled care after hospitalization, but not long-term living. Medicaid is there once savings run thin during a lengthy stay, and paying privately is also accepted.

Daily nursing for each resident totals 4 hours and 42 minutes. Kathleen McCarron heads the center as its administrator, and Mercy Ret & Care Ctr and Elder Care Alliance operates it.

Starting Price $5,720/Month

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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 1551 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.