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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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
2 All About Seniors
AL
MC
San Jose
6-No-4--19 83.3% Patrick & Debra Hall
Adriana Elderly Care Home II
AL
MC
Mission Viejo
6-No-4--18 83.3% Adriana Elderly Care Home, Inc
Alaturi Care
AL
Sacramento
6-No-81-13 100.0% Denis Sarcadi
Avila Senior Living At Downtown SLO
AL
IL
RC
San Luis Obispo
--Yes
98
Facility 98
CA AVG 56
Rank #11 / 1,411
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30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #96 / 1,299
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The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield
AL
NH
SNF
Bakersfield
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 103
Rank #244 / 1,350
?No
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 56
Rank #589 / 1,411
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88.8%
Facility 88.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #241 / 1,202
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Walnut House
AL
Murfreesboro
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 103
Rank #551 / 1,350
B-No
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 56
Rank #981 / 1,411
113
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,274 / 1,292
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,241 / 1,338
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,299
-Solar Sr. Lvg, LLC And Ciminocare
A1 Residential Care Facility
AL
Anaheim
6-No-3--2-A1 Residential Care Facility LLC
A1 Elder Care
AL
Orange
6-No-16457 100.0% A1 Elder Care LLC
Abigail’s Beckham Care Home
AL
Concord
6-No-5--10 100.0% B&K Board And Care LLC
AlmaVia of San Rafael
AL
MC
San Rafael
160-No-3514720-Elder Care All. Of San Rafael/Elder Care Alliance

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Overview of 2 All About Seniors

2 All About Seniors provides assisted living and memory care in San Jose, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for residents who may be at risk of wandering.

With six beds, 2 All About Seniors is a small community where staff and residents can get to know one another. Private and semi private rooms give residents the choice of living alone or sharing a room, and the community may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a secured environment.

A secure perimeter and exit alarms support the memory care setting, while wheelchair ramps and accessible exits help residents move through the home. Landscaped yards, sunny decks, and shady patios offer outdoor spaces, and group exercise provides a scheduled way to take part in physical activity. Home style scratch cooking, snacks, and special diets, including low sodium and heart healthy options, accommodate different dietary needs.

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Overview of Adriana Elderly Care Home II

Adriana Elderly Care Home II offers assisted living and memory care in Mission Viejo, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. With both care types available, the home may be a good fit for someone who needs memory support in a smaller residential setting.

There are six beds, creating a small community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private rooms give each resident a personal living space, and some include private bathrooms. Roll in, stepless showers make shower access easier, while the garden sitting area provides an outdoor place to sit.

Residents can take part in exercises and creative activities, with opportunities for movement and personal expression. Shared, family style dining centers meals around time together at the table.

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Alaturi Care

6523 & 6525 Greenhaven Drive, Sacramento, CA 95831
Overview of Alaturi Care

Alaturi Care provides assisted living in Sacramento, CA, with help available for daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space. The six-bed community may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another.

Alaturi Care has 100% occupancy, so the community is currently full. Sarcadi, Denis operates the community.

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Overview of Avila Senior Living at Downtown Slo

Avila Senior Living at Downtown Slo works with three care types in San Luis Obispo, CA, beginning with independent living and adding respite care and assisted living. Independent living is the community’s services without care, while assisted living means staff lend a hand at bathing, dressing, and medication time.

Respite has an end date built in, which suits a family whose main caregiver is away or recovering. The Walk Score comes in at 98, a walker’s paradise. Errands don’t need a car, so a resident without one can still get around on their own.

The activity calendar includes monthly events, and pets are allowed. Independent living starts at $2,550 a month.

$1,975/Month

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Overview of The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield

The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield is a newly renovated nursing home in Bakersfield, CA, that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Here, older adults can keep their peace of mind, accompanied by its supportive and inviting environment. Exceptional services, including 24-hour care, pain management, and nutritional services, are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community also strives to understand residents’ needs and preferences with personalized care plans.

Group outings, fitness classes, and live entertainment are among the activities that residents can participate in to stay active and learn new things. Residents can also relax in the spacious courtyard and cozy communal spaces. Serene parks, bus stops, and other local amenities also surround the area, ensuring accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in California, especially with its excellent services dedicated to older adults’ welfare.

Contact The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield

Walnut House

116 North Walnut Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Overview of Walnut House

Walnut House provides assisted living in Murfreesboro, TN. Assisted living can include help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space. Walnut House may be a good fit for someone who needs this level of day to day support.

The community has 110 beds. Diana Paz serves as administrator, and Solar Sr. Lvg and Ciminocare operate the community. Walnut House has a Walk Score of 43, placing it in a car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. For a resident who no longer drives, routine trips outside the community generally require transportation support.

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Overview of A1 Residential Care Facility

A1 Residential Care Facility is an assisted living community in Anaheim, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to live in a residential setting. With six beds, the home offers a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another, and it may be a good fit for someone who needs daily support in a small community.

Social and recreational activities give residents opportunities to participate in organized engagement within the home. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover.

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A1 Elder Care

2538 E Larkstone Drive #A, Orange, CA 92869
Overview of A1 Elder Care

A1 Elder Care is an assisted living community in Orange, California. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain their own living space. With six beds and 100% occupancy, the home offers a small setting that may suit someone who prefers a more intimate community, although all beds are currently occupied.

A1 Elder Care is family-owned and was founded by Bindi Shah, a board-certified physical therapist specializing in orthopedics and geriatrics, and her father, Jay Shah. Residents can take part in daily walks, social interaction, and activities that stimulate the brain, providing structured opportunities for movement, conversation, and mental engagement.

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Overview of Abigail’s Beckham Care Home

Abigail’s Beckham Care Home is an assisted living community in Concord, CA, where residents can receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while living in a private room. With six beds, the home may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller community, and its backyard gives residents outdoor space without leaving home.

Furnished private rooms mean each resident has a designated room with furnishings already in place. The activity schedule includes weekly music from visiting musicians and guitarists, games, casino days, arts and crafts, movies and documentaries, English tea time, karaoke and sing-alongs, and morning walks, giving residents regular ways to spend time and connect with others. B&K Board And Care operates Abigail’s Beckham Care Home.

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Overview of AlmaVia of San Rafael

AlmaVia of San Rafael provides assisted living and memory care in San Rafael, CA. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks while a resident continues living in an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

The community has 160 beds. Residents can choose studio, one bedroom, or two bedroom apartment layouts. The starting price is $7,790 per month, and that figure is not assigned to a specific care level. Events and classes, meditation, discussion groups, and scheduled outings give residents different ways to spend their time, while Catholic, Protestant, interfaith, and nondenominational religious services are also available. AlmaVia of San Rafael is operated by Elder Care All. Of San Rafael/Elder Care Alliance.

Starting Price $7,790/Month

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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 1591 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.