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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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. 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.
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 have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Bayshire Torrey Pines
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
San Diego (Carmel Valley)
125
Facility 125
CA AVG 103
Rank #454 / 1,349
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 56
Rank #262 / 1,410
?7
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,298
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #301 / 1,200
A+Hartfield Care LLC-
The Forum at Rancho San Antonio
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cupertino
817
Facility 817
CA AVG 103
Rank #3 / 1,349
Yes
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,364 / 1,410
?8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 13
Rank #109 / 1,298
63.8%
Facility 63.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #895 / 1,200
-Rsarhc, Rsars Inc. & Life Care Services LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Park Plaza
AL
IL
Orange
115
Facility 115
CA AVG 103
Rank #529 / 1,349
Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 56
Rank #396 / 1,410
C10
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #235 / 1,298
75.7%
Facility 75.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #593 / 1,200
-Krc Orange & Kisco Senior Living, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Genesis Manor I
AL
HOS
RESC
Rancho Cucamonga (Alta Loma)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
Yes
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,089 / 1,410
C8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #194 / 1,298
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,200
A+Gerry A MarkiePrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Norma J’s Home for the Elderly
AL
RESC
Thousand Oaks
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 56
Rank #926 / 1,410
C+8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #380 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
A+Tiede Senior Care, IncPrivate / Shared Rooms
Valley Royale Care I
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
Modesto
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 56
Rank #536 / 1,410
A+6
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 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
-Valley Royale Care, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Fredericka Manor Retirement Community in Chula Vista
AL
IL
MC
Chula Vista
560
Facility 560
CA AVG 103
Rank #12 / 1,349
Yes
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 56
Rank #227 / 1,410
A26
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #543 / 1,298
51.1%
Facility 51.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,058 / 1,200
-Front Porch Communities And ServicesStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Semi-Suite Apartment
Meadowlark Gardens VI
AL
HOS
RC
Huntington Beach
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 56
Rank #724 / 1,410
C+6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #295 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
-Meadowlark Gardens, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Bridgepoint at Los Altos
AL
IL
Los Altos (North Los Altos)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #292 / 1,349
Yes
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 56
Rank #308 / 1,410
A-15
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #235 / 1,298
89.3%
Facility 89.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #231 / 1,200
-Krc Los Altos LP & Kisco Senior Living, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Meadowlark Gardens II
AL
HOS
RC
Huntington Beach
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 56
Rank #536 / 1,410
A+4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #295 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
-Meadowlark Gardens, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other CA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 1,436 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Norma J’s Home for the Elderly

142 W Columbia Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Overview of Norma J’s Home for the Elderly

Norma J’s Home for the Elderly is a dedicated community set in the harmonious neighborhood of Thousand Oaks, CA, offering assisted living. With a compassionate and well-trained team available 24/7, residents can keep their peace of mind and receive the highest quality of care tailored to their personal needs. The community also ensures residents enjoy maintenance-free living with assistance with daily activities, housekeeping, and laundry.

To promote social interactions and an active lifestyle, a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs is conducted. Three delicious and well-balanced meals, alongside delightful snacks, are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Beauty-related services and scheduled transportation are also provided for convenience and safety. Residents will surely enjoy a blissful retirement amidst the community’s vibrant and welcoming environment.

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Genesis Manor I

6354 Sacramento Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701
Overview of Genesis Manor I

Genesis Manor I provides assisted living, hospice care and residential care in Rancho Cucamonga, California. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing and medication, hospice care addresses end of life needs, and residential care provides ongoing support in a residential setting. With six beds, the home has a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other, making it suited to someone who prefers a more intimate community.

Private and shared rooms offer either an individual room or a room shared with another resident. Respite care supports a short term stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and pets are allowed. The community opened in 1999 and is administered by Gerry Markie.

A salon, rehabilitation services, medication administration, help with activities of daily living, individually tailored activities and support for modified dietary needs are available. Together, these services cover grooming, therapy, routine care, personalized engagement and individual dietary requirements. Medicaid is accepted, giving families a payment route when personal savings may not cover a long stay.

A Walk Score of 34 out of 100 places the area in a car dependent setting. A resident who no longer drives would need a car or a ride for most errands.

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Overview of Bridgepoint at Los Altos

Embark on an extraordinary journey at Bridgepoint at Los Altos, an unparalleled destination offering a harmonious blend of independent living, assisted senior living, and the epitome of luxury in assisted living homes. Just minutes away from downtown Los Altos and the prestigious Stanford University, the location couldn’t be more perfect.

Discover an array of meticulously designed floorplans where every detail has been thoughtfully considered to provide the utmost comfort and convenience. Choose from a variety of options, each offering private patios or balconies that invite you to bask in the beauty of the surroundings. The kitchens are a culinary dream, and the spacious walk-in closets ensure that every cherished belonging finds its place. Step into a world of serenity as you wander through the future beautiful courtyards, meandering gardens, and hear the tranquil sounds of a flowing fountain. Unwind in the cozy fireside lounge, nourish your mind in the wellness center, and indulge in literary adventures in the library’s tech area.

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Overview of Valley Royale Care I

Valley Royale Care is a blissful retreat set in the quiet neighborhood of Fleetwood Drive in Modesto, California, that offers assisted living. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, the community strives to assist up to six residents with a compassionate and highly trained team. With its intimate and quaint setting, the community ensures each resident receives the utmost care and assistance tailored to their needs and preferences for a worry-free retirement.

The community also provides dementia care and hospice care, alongside companionship, to support residents in every step of their journey. With its all-inclusive care, residents can rest assured of keeping their peace of mind and age gracefully, knowing their needs are well-cared for. Meals, housekeeping, laundry, and medication management are handled by the community to provide residents with more time to do the things they love.

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Overview of Meadowlark Gardens VI

Meadowlark Gardens VI is an esteemed community situated in the thriving neighborhood of Pratt Cir, Huntington Beach, CA, offering assisted living, respite care, and hospice care. Here, residents have a comfortable and safe retirement with a compassionate and highly skilled team attending to their special needs around the clock. The community also handles the housekeeping and laundry to ensure maintenance-free retirement.

Enrich your later years with a full calendar of fun activities and engaging programs tailored to your enjoyment and leisure. Healthy and delicious home-cooked meals are also served for your dietary needs and preferences. The community also optimizes Veteran benefits and tax benefits to ease residents’ financial restraints. Make every moment of your best years count with the community’s dedicated care and top-notch quality.

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Overview of Fredericka Manor Retirement Community in Chula Vista

Find the care you need at Fredericka Manor Retirement Community, an astounding community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community features cozy and well-maintained studio to two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. With a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7, residents receive the highest quality of care for a worry-free retirement.

Residents will not feel lonely with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is surrounded by lush natural spaces, creating the ideal setting for residents to spend their golden years happily.

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Meadowlark Gardens II

16412 Wishingwell Lane, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Overview of Meadowlark Gardens II

A trusted community since 1996, Meadowlark Gardens II in Wishingwell Lane, Huntington Beach, CA, offers assisted living, respite care, and hospice care. Committed to enhancing residents’ living experiences, the community provides top-tier care and support for their unique needs in retirement. Residents get to keep their independence without having to worry about their daily living activities.

Recreational activities and exercise programs are orchestrated for residents to remain active and socially connected. Find comfort in mealtimes with healthy and delicious homecooked meals satisfying their dietary needs and preferences. Assistance with medication, regular monitoring of blood pressure, and visiting healthcare professionals are available for residents’ healthcare needs. Live your golden years without worries with genuine care and an inviting environment.

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Overview of Bayshire Torrey Pines

A top continuing care community in San Diego, Bayshire Torrey Pines is a senior living community that offers all levels of care. Bayshire Torrey Pines consists of professional staff who are committed to providing a safe and comfortable environment for all seniors. They pride themselves on their integrity by ensuring that everyone is confident to speak up and be truthful with their communication– growing a trusting bond between residents and staff. The senior living community does its best to guarantee everyone can thrive in a home that is bustling with big and inspiring spaces to help live a purposeful life. Torrey Pines puts value on the trust that families place in them; they are dedicated to earning and proving their worth. 

A certified quality care provision in San Diego, Bayshire Torrey Pines has a welcoming community housing independent living in resort-like hospitality. The charming community provides indoor and outdoor restaurant-style dining; a movie theater, a fitness center, library, and salon and day spa– among a few of their amenities and facilities offered. A few of their services are poetry classes, art classes, volunteering activities, maintenance and housekeeping, and concierge services. Bayshire Torrey Pines houses residents of ages averaging between seventy to ninety. Many families have come back to Bayshire Torrey Pines and with its rapid vacancy rate lowering, it’s a testament to the demand of the community– a community where families are confident their loved ones will be in good hands. 

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The Forum at Rancho San Antonio

23500 Cristo Rey Dr, Cupertino, CA 95014
Overview of The Forum at Rancho San Antonio

Uncover a world of extraordinary living at The Forum at Rancho San Antonio, where breathtaking Northern California landscapes meet exceptional assisted living and unparalleled memory care services for seniors. With a prestigious five-star Medicare rating for skilled nursing care, you can trust that seniors in need of assistance will receive the highest level of support and attention. The community’s dedication extends to specialized memory care living, where compassionate caregivers and top-notch technology come together in a beautiful and nurturing setting.

Rejuvenate your body and mind in the state-of-the-art fitness center, escape into a world of imagination in the art studio, engage in friendly competition in the game room, and immerse yourself in the wisdom of literature in the inviting library. Your furry companions will find joy in the dedicated dog park, while the salon services ensure you always look and feel your best. Every facet of life in this community has been thoughtfully designed to enrich and elevate your experience. With spacious layouts and luxurious touches, each residence becomes a sanctuary of comfort and style. Whether you seek relaxation or entertainment, the living spaces cater to your every need, creating an environment that is both inviting and sophisticated.

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Overview of Park Plaza

Peacefully nestled near Hart Park in Orange, CA, Park Plaza is a distinct community that offers independent living and assisted living. With beautifully furnished and cozy studio and one-bedroom floor plans, residents are guaranteed comfort and familiarity. A compassionate and highly trained team provides top-notch care tailored to residents’ special needs around the clock.

A carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Three delicious and healthy meals are served daily to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Residents also enjoy a maintenance-free living with the community’s weekly housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services. The community’s state-of-the-art amenities and welcoming setting create the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

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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 1436 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.