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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. 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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Santa Rosa Hills Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Santa Rosa
105
Facility 105
CA AVG 103
Rank #583 / 1,350
?Yes
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 56
Rank #861 / 1,411
-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
---Santa Rosa Sl Opco LLC And Brightwater Snr Lvg Grp LLC-
Sungarden Terrace
AL
MC
RC
Lemon Grove
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 103
Rank #551 / 1,350
?No
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,349 / 1,411
18
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #791 / 1,292
-
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #588 / 1,299
--Sd Commercial, LLC-
Crestview Villa
AL
Escondido (East Canyon)
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 103
Rank #929 / 1,350
?No--
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,135 / 1,299
--Bear Lake Holdings LLC-
Grand Oaks Assisted Living
AL
MC
RC
Nw Washington
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 103
Rank #716 / 1,350
C+No
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,165 / 1,411
21
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #859 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,135 / 1,299
78.8%
Facility 78.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #517 / 1,202
-Grand Oaks Assisted Living-
Auburn Creekside Villa
AL
Auburn
15-No-5--13 93.3% -Therese M Lancaster-
Livermore Valley Senior Living
AL
MC
Livermore
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,000 / 1,350
-No
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 56
Rank #218 / 1,411
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13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #472 / 1,299
-A+-Studio / Semi-Private Rooms
The Pavilion at Tecolote Canyon
AL
MC
San Diego (Clairemont)
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 103
Rank #672 / 1,350
?No
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 56
Rank #765 / 1,411
--
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
---Mt. Acadia Senior Operations LLC And Mosaic Mgmt IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Freedom Village Health Care Center
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Lake Forest
52
Facility 52
CA AVG 103
Rank #880 / 1,350
?Yes
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 56
Rank #642 / 1,411
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77.1%
Facility 77.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #554 / 1,202
--Private / Semi-Private Suites
Knolls West Assisted Living
AL
NH
SNF
Victorville
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 103
Rank #833 / 1,350
?No
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,134 / 1,411
17
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #756 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #509 / 1,299
-A+Knolls West Assisted Living LLC-
AlmaVia of Camarillo
AL
Camarillo
100-No-1910624 53.0% -Eca Elder Care Alliance Of Camarillo-

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Overview of Santa Rosa Hills Senior Living

Santa Rosa Hills Senior Living, situated in California, offers a warm and inviting community with a dedicated staff committed to enhancing the senior living experience. Providing unparalleled service for both assisted living and memory care, residents have access to 4 acres of beautiful grounds and gardens. The community boasts premier amenities and convenient proximity to the best Santa Rosa has to offer, including world-class medical facilities, fine dining, and renowned wineries, ensuring a classy and tranquil atmosphere while receiving attentive care.

With a focus on accessibility, Santa Rosa Hills Senior Living welcomes pets, offers complimentary transportation, and features both indoor and outdoor common areas. The community is equipped with facilities like a fitness center, movie room, game room, and arts and crafts center, tailored to accommodate various interests. Specifically designed to support those with memory loss, the secure and stimulating environment allows residents to enjoy their stay. The multilingual staff, fluent in both English and Spanish, ensures a welcoming atmosphere for individuals who speak either language, fostering a sense of community and inclusivity.

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Overview of Sungarden Terrace

Sungarden Terrace provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Lemon Grove, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 110 beds and opened in 2000. Rates start at $5,500, but the available pricing does not specify whether that figure applies to assisted living, memory care, or respite care. Sungarden Terrace may be a good fit for someone whose care needs could change over time, or for a family needing short term support through respite care.

There are several ways to spend time on site. Residents can watch films in the modernized movie theater, visit the in house beauty salon, use the putting green, read in the library, or relax on the sundeck. Susan O’Shaughnessy serves as the administrator, and Sd Commercial operates the community.

Starting Price $5,500/Month

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Overview of Crestview Villa

Crestview Villa is an assisted living community in Escondido, California, in the East Canyon neighborhood. Assisted living here includes help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks while residents maintain private living spaces.

Medication management and assistance are available for residents who need help organizing or taking medications, while 24 hour staffing provides staff presence throughout the day and night. A nurse is on call 24/7, giving residents access to nursing support by phone at any hour. Crestview Villa honors physical and occupational therapy orders for residents with those treatment plans, and also accommodates rehabilitation services and hospice orders.

Special diet service allows residents with documented dietary needs to receive meals prepared for those requirements. A salon and spa are available on the property, while the gated setting creates a defined perimeter around the community. Audra Bristol serves as administrator, and Bear Lake Holdings operates Crestview Villa. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs daily living assistance while remaining in an assisted living setting.

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Grand Oaks Assisted Living

5901 Macarthur Boulevard, Nw, Washington, DC 20016
Overview of Grand Oaks Assisted Living

Grand Oaks Assisted Living provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Washington, DC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains their own living space.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, so Grand Oaks Assisted Living may be a good fit for someone living with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia who needs that level of support. Respite care offers a short stay for a resident whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. The community has 85 beds, and David Shellhamer serves as its administrator.

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Overview of Auburn Creekside Villa

Auburn Creekside Villa is an assisted living community in Auburn, California, where residents can receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. With 15 beds, it is a smaller home where staff and residents can get to know one another, which may suit someone who prefers a less populated setting.

Each resident has a private room, providing personal living space within the community. Outdoors, residents can use the walking paths, sit on the porch overlooking the creek, or spend time gardening. The communal dining room accommodates special diets, diabetic friendly options, and low sodium or heart healthy meals.

Activities include bingo, crafts, mind games, group exercise, puzzles, gardening, and individual walks. These give residents structured choices for recreation and movement, with both group activities and one to one options. Auburn Creekside Villa is operated by Lancaster, Therese M.

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Overview of Livermore Valley Senior Living

Peacefully nestled in Livermore, CA, Livermore Valley Senior Living is an idyllic community that offers excellent assisted living and memory care. Their team of well-trained caregivers is available 24/7 to support residents with their daily living activities, alongside licensed nurses and a physician who work closely with families and residents. With individualized care plans, residents are guaranteed to receive proper care and attention in a safe and secure setting.

The community prioritizes residents’ health and well-being by offering balanced and nutritious meals. With an array of activities tailored to residents’ skills and interests, residents never run out of meaningful things to do. Residents here are also liberated from tedious chores to ensure they can focus on living their best lives without worry.

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Overview of The Pavilion at Tecolote Canyon

The Pavilion at Tecolote Canyon provides assisted living and memory care in San Diego’s Clairemont neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs daily support or a supervised memory care setting.

The community has 94 beds. Residents can choose studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences, with larger layouts offering separate sleeping and living areas or room for a couple moving together. A studio keeps living in one space, while the larger options provide more separation.

A Walk Score of 56 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to complete select errands independently. Josh Buller serves as administrator, and Mt. Acadia Senior Operations and Mosaic Mgmt operate the community.

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Overview of Freedom Village Health Care Center

Freedom Village Health Care Center is a top-rated nursing home in Lake Forest, CA, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Featuring private and semi-private rooms in a clean and welcoming setting, the community ensures older adults’ comfort and safety. 24-hour care, chef-prepared meals, transportation to medical appointments, and therapies are among the exceptional services provided, so residents can focus on rehabilitation and recovery. Through a comprehensive coordinated care, the community strives to provide the best possible care tailored to their needs and preferences.

Social events, light physical activities, and a variety of recreational programs encourage residents to live actively and make friends. A beauty salon & barber shop, and a beautiful outdoor fountain patio are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Set near restaurants, shops, and bus stops in Lake Forest, the community guarantees quick access to necessities and leisure. As one of the trusted options for senior living in California, this nursing home ensures older adults can live to their potential.

Starting Price $112,000/Month

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Overview of Knolls West Assisted Living

Knolls West Assisted Living delivers assisted living support, long-term nursing care, and skilled nursing services in Victorville, California. Personal care assistance includes daily routines like bathing, dressing, and medication management, alongside licensed nursing oversight for individuals managing complex medical conditions. Short-term rehabilitation services support residents recovering from illness or surgery.

Administrator Terronsay Whaley manages the 64-bed community, which records an average of 3 hours and 59 minutes of daily nursing care per resident. Location metrics show a 30 walk score, indicating that local errands depend on personal or arranged transportation. Payment choices include Medicare for short-term recovery, Medicaid for qualifying long-term care, and direct private pay.

Individuals exploring care options in the Victorville area can reach out to Knolls West Assisted Living to ask about open beds, discuss financial coverage, or organize a tour of the area.

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AlmaVia of Camarillo

2500 North Ponderosa Drive, Camarillo, CA 93010
Overview of AlmaVia of Camarillo

AlmaVia of Camarillo provides assisted living in Camarillo, California. Residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while keeping an apartment of their own.

The community has 100 beds. Elder Care Alliance Of Camarillo, Eca operates AlmaVia of Camarillo.

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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 1600 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.