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Overview of Enso Village

Enso Village is a dedicated life plan community in Healdsburg, CA, that offers assisted living and memory support. Prioritizing adults 60+, the community features contemporary-designed residences and an inclusive environment. Freshly-prepared meals, a 24-hour emergency response system, and weekly housekeeping are also offered for residents’ welfare. The community strives to meet residents’ healthcare needs with individualized care plans and Zen-inspired living.

Social events, educational programs, and local trips allow residents to interact with their peers and explore new hobbies. The community also collaborates with San Francisco Zen Center and Kendal to provide residents with an unparalleled senior living experience. With its ideal location near Redwood Highway, residents are guaranteed convenient travel access. As the first Zen-inspired retirement community in Healdsburg, this senior living community is a great choice for the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Trinity Hills Estates in Temple City

Experience a worry-free retirement with the distinct senior living community of Trinity Hills Estates in Temple City dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life in Temple City, CA with comprehensive care options including assisted living, elder care, dementia care, and hospice care. The community works closely with trusted healthcare providers to ensure seniors receive the utmost care and support for their health needs. Keep peace of mind with a kind and reliable team attending to your daily needs.

Meet people with the same interests and create lasting moments through fun activities and enjoyable programs. Meals are also carefully prepared according to residents’ dietary needs and tastes for the finest dining experience. Surrounded by picturesque views and incredible amenities, Trinity Hills Estates in Temple City is great for seniors aiming to maximize their independence.

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Overview of La Posada Assisted Living & Memory Care

Start a blissful retirement journey with La Posada Assisted Living & Memory Care, a nurturing community in Whittier, CA designed for assisted living and memory care. The community ensures residents receive well-rounded care, including assistance with their daily routines like personal hygiene and medication management. They offer an array of accommodations to suit unique preferences and are equipped with emergency systems and other conveniences for utmost comfort and peace.

Residents here are empowered to maintain the level of independence they want through customized care plans and services. Most of the chores are taken care of so residents can freely engage in various social activities and daily fitness classes for an active living experience. Knowing the importance of proper nutrition to wellness, the community also serves fresh and delicious meals daily to keep the residents energized and well-nourished

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Overview of Mission Creek Senior

Mission Creek Senior is an assisted living and memory care community in San Francisco’s Mission Bay neighborhood. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while residents maintain personal living spaces, and memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time.

Housing includes a one-bedroom option. Beauty salon and spa services are available on site, allowing residents to receive grooming and personal care without leaving the community. Outdoor courtyards offer room for social gatherings and strolls, and transportation service is also available.

Restaurant-style dining includes chef-inspired meals prepared by on-site registered dieticians, with menus customized to individual needs and tastes. In-room service lets a resident receive meals in their room when preferred. A Walk Score of 90 makes the area a walker’s paradise, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Holiday Villa Senior Living

Serving independent to moderately assisted occupants age 55 and older, Holiday Villa Senior Living is a private assisted living community at 1447 17th Street in Santa Monica, California. It offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care services in one- and two-bedroom apartment-style units.

Nestled in Santa Monica’s highly walkable neighborhood, the home earns a Walk Score of 90, meaning residents can run most daily errands on foot. The location provides easy access to hospitals, pharmacies, restaurants, shops, markets, banks, golf courses, and parks. Holiday Villa Senior Living is positioned 2.48 miles from the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center, making it accessible for residents with VA benefits or connections. It spotlights social engagement, dining experiences, wellness activities, and recreation programming. To bolster residents’ daily needs and wellness goals, the facility supplies transportation services and fitness programming. It welcomes pets, so their importance to occupants’ life quality is recognized. Landscaped gardens offer outdoor space for residents to enjoy the Santa Monica climate. As a private-pay community not certified as a Medicare or Medicaid provider, Holiday Villa caters to residents and families with private resources.

It’s encouraged that prospective occupants and families contact the facility to learn more about specific amenities, care protocols, staffing, floor plan details, and offered services.

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Overview of Evergreen Life Care Homes – Madera

Tucked away in Madera, CA, Evergreen Life Care Homes – Madera is a trusted community that provides assisted living, memory care, and hospice care. Residents here remain well-cared for throughout their lives with access to personal care assistance and support in managing chronic conditions. With its dedicated care team, the community ensures residents feel safe and well-cared for amidst a nurturing environment.

Fostering holistic well-being, Evergreen Life Care Homes – Madera conducts a wide array of stimulating activities that cater to physical and social needs. Residents are also free from the hassles of maintaining their living spaces and preparing their meals, giving them plenty of leisure time. Here, everyone is empowered to enjoy a carefree life surrounded by compassionate people who truly care for them.

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Overview of Country Living Senior Care

Country Living Senior Care in Lincoln, CA, is a 55+ retirement community that offers personal care, memory care, hospice care, and diabetic care. With a nurturing, home-like environment, the community can accommodate up to six older adults, ensuring they receive the utmost attention and care. 24-hour support, medication management, and assistance with daily living activities are also provided for residents’ well-being. The community also ensures holistic wellness with a wide range of care and thoughtfully curated amenities.

Recreational activities and exercises aim to improve residents’ cognition and encourage residents to live actively. Cozy communal spaces and gardens are also available for residents’ leisure and wellness. With its convenient location five miles from Lincoln town, the community provides access to local amenities. Country Living is a great option for senior living in California, with its exceptional services dedicated to older adults’ welfare.

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Overview of Alta Healthcare Center of Camarillo

Alta Healthcare Center of Camarillo is a top-rated nursing home in Camarillo, CA, offering dementia care, hospice care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. The community promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, striving to keep older adults comfortable and safe. With 24-hour assistance, transportation, and a nutrition program, residents receive exceptional services to live comfortably. Through individualized care plans, the community ensures residents can recover without hassles.

Light exercises, social gatherings, and recreational activities provide residents with more opportunities to interact with friends and have fun. With thoughtfully furnished rooms and lively gathering areas, residents can rest and focus on their well-being. Set in the quiet residential area of Camarillo, the community ensures a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is a great choice for senior living in California, as it has excellent services and top-notch amenities.

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Overview of Twilight Haven

Located in Fresno, California, Twilight Haven offers nursing home care, assisted living, and round-the-clock skilled nursing services. Operating since 1956, this 166-bed setting supports continuous care as health needs evolve, helping residents with daily tasks like bathing and dressing while keeping licensed nurses available at all times.

Financial coverage options include Medicare for short-term stays, Medicaid for long-term support, and private payment methods.

Older adults requiring varying degrees of personal assistance or clinical oversight can explore Twilight Haven to review available placement options.

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Overview of Trinity Hills Estates in Sierra Madre

Enjoy unrivaled care and comfort with the prominent senior living community of Trinity Hills Estates in Sierra Madre set in the intimate town of Sierra Madre, CA, providing assisted living, dementia care, hospice care, and senior care. A reliable and highly trained team delivers top-notch care and support around the clock to ensure seniors’ comfort and convenience. The community also values the uniqueness of the locality and works closely with seniors to devise a care plan that best suits their needs and aspirations.

With collaboration with reliable healthcare providers, residents have easy access to healthcare needs for a worry-free retirement. Moreover, the community is located near beautiful sceneries and convenient amenities, ensuring residents’ needs and desires are within a few steps away. Trinity Hills Estates in Sierra Madre is a good place for relaxation with its scenic campus filled with incredible amenities and excellent services.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    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.

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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Mobile Usability
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  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.

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  • 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 1430 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.