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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. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Whittier Place
AL
MC
Whittier (South Whittier)
-Yes
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 56
Rank #521 / 1,411
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,135 / 1,299
CStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ryan’s Open Arms
AL
RESC
Huntington Beach
-No
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 56
Rank #263 / 1,411
--Private / Shared Rooms
The Village at Hayes Valley
AL
MC
San Francisco (Hayes Valley)
-No
98
Facility 98
CA AVG 56
Rank #11 / 1,411
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #381 / 1,299
A+-
Ace Home
AL
IL
MC
Orange
6No-2--
Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield
AL
IL
Bakersfield
-Yes
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,215 / 1,411
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,299
A+Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage
Rosas Casita
AL
HOS
PC
La Quinta
-Yes
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,067 / 1,411
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,299
A+Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Select Senior Care II
AL
Huntington Beach (Boulevard Gardens)
-No
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 56
Rank #461 / 1,411
--Private Rooms
Brookdale at Home Hemet
AL
HC
RC
Hemet
-Yes
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,375 / 1,411
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,299
A+Studio / 1 Bed
Highland Manor Assisted Living
AL
Lynwood
106
Facility 106
CA AVG 103
Rank #580 / 1,350
No
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 56
Rank #197 / 1,411
--Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Merced Hampshire
AL
RESC
San Francisco (Mission District)
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 103
Rank #967 / 1,350
No
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 56
Rank #56 / 1,411
--Private / Shared Rooms

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Overview of Whittier Place

Whittier Place offers a warm and welcoming home for seniors in need of assisted living. Encouraging independence and dignity, Whittier Place provides personalized care plans tailored to meet each resident’s unique needs and preferences. The community boasts a range of amenities, including spacious living accommodations, home-cooked meals, engaging activities, and outdoor spaces where residents can relax and socialize.

At Whittier Place, residents and their families can find peace of mind knowing that a professional team is available around the clock to provide assistance with daily tasks and medication management. Whether enjoying a game of cards with friends, participating in a fitness class, or simply taking in the views of the area, residents at Whittier Place can enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle in a supportive environment.

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Ryan’s Open Arms

6942 Dresden Cir, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Overview of Ryan’s Open Arms

Ryan’s Open Arms offers assisted living and residential care in Huntington Beach, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication, while residential care provides a residential setting for people who need ongoing support. Together, these options may suit someone who needs daily living assistance and prefers a residential care environment.

Private and shared rooms are available. A private room gives one resident personal space, while a shared room suits someone who wants a companion nearby. Ryan’s Open Arms is a one story community. The area has a Walk Score of 81, making it very walkable, so most errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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The Village at Hayes Valley

624 Laguna St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Overview of The Village at Hayes Valley

The Village at Hayes Valley in the City by the Bay balances personalized care and community activities. The Village offers a welcoming ambiance of a boutique community, perfect for assisted living and memory care residents.  The community’s purpose mainly revolves around the residents’ wellness. The Village at Hayes ensures that every resident’s needs are holistically met. Families of residents at The Village can rest easy knowing their loved ones are in professional and compassionate hands. 
The Village’s services and amenities are delivered by their valuable and respected caregivers, who are dedicated to assisting with day-to-day needs such as personal care, medication management, and housekeeping. Concierge services also extend to coordinating travel for medical appointments, and the like. Licensed nurses, as well as visiting specialists, help with health and wellness. Residents don’t have to worry about the daily activities they used to do, because, at The Village at Hayes Valley, residents just need to relax and enjoy.

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Ace Home

2230 E Jacaranda Ave, Orange, CA 92867
Overview of Ace Home

Ace Home offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Orange, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision. Respite care is available for short stays when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

With six beds, Ace Home is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private rooms are available. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs change over time without requiring a move to another community.

Outdoor gardens, patios, and shaded seating areas give residents places to spend time outside. An open-concept kitchen and living space supports shared daily activities. Daily fitness classes and cognitive exercises offer structured opportunities for movement and mental engagement, while organized group outings, cultural excursions, and recreation planning create ways to spend time beyond the home.

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Overview of Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield

Solstice Senior Living at Bakersfield offers assisted living and independent living in Bakersfield, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Having both care types on one campus can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

Housing options include studios, one-bedroom apartments, two-bedroom apartments, and cottages, giving residents layouts for single living or for sharing with a companion. A pet can move in with the resident.

Starting Price $2,743/Month

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Rosas Casita

45515 Sun Brook Ln, La Quinta, CA 92253
Overview of Rosas Casita

Rosas Casita provides assisted living, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in La Quinta, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks. Hospice care supports people at the end of life, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief.

Respite care offers a short-term stay when a person’s usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. Having these care options together may suit a resident whose needs or family support arrangements change over time.

Residents can choose a private or semi-private room. A private room offers personal space, while a semi-private room allows two residents to share. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet with them.

The community also has a wellness program, rehabilitation services, and transportation, giving residents access to those forms of support through Rosas Casita. Dining includes diets that prioritize nutrition and hydration, making those needs part of meal planning. The community is single-story.

A Walk Score of 36 places the area in a car-dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride. Available transportation may help residents who no longer drive.

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Overview of Select Senior Care II

Select Senior Care is a family-based assisted living community in Huntington Beach, CA, offering personal care. The community also ensures older adults are treated like family in a warm and nurturing setting. Daily housekeeping, laundry, and three nutritious meals are among the exceptional services dedicated to residents’ comfort and safety. Residents also receive the utmost attention and care through personalized care plans.

Seat exercises and leisure activities help residents maintain their holistic wellness and encourage them to make friends. Secure patios and thoughtfully furnished private rooms are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Ideally situated in the quiet residential area of Huntington Beach, near restaurants and shops, the community ensures residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure. This assisted living community is one of the best choices for senior living in California, especially with its commitment to older adults’ well-being.

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Overview of Brookdale at Home Hemet

Providing home care and respite care, Brookdale at Home Hemet is a home care provider in Hemet, California. As part of the Brookdale Senior Living network, the community focuses on delivering personalized support in older adults’ own homes to help them maintain independence. However, assisted living accommodations are also available in studio and one-bedroom layouts on a pet-friendly, two-story community, for those who prefer a residential care setting.

Comprehensive background checks and screening are also conducted for caregivers before providing services. Companion care, personal care, medication management, respite care, transportation, light housekeeping, and meal preparation are among the services offered. These individualized services are designed to support daily routines and promote aging in place with dignity.

For those opting for residential care, the community’s surrounding area is car-dependent, with most errands requiring transportation. Moreover, Menifee Global Medical Center is approximately 10.7 miles away.

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Overview of Highland Manor Assisted Living

Highland Manor Assisted Living in Lynwood, CA, is dedicated to assisted living alone. Residents there get staff involvement in dressing, bathing, and medication. Someone on staff is on duty at every hour of the day.

Across its 106 beds, shared rooms are among the room types, suiting a resident who would like company in the living arrangement. Walk Score rates the area 85, very walkable, so most errands work on foot. Scheduled transportation is also on offer.

Group outings, classes, exercise, and special events are open to residents. A courtyard gives them somewhere outdoors on the grounds.

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Merced Hampshire

1420 Hampshire Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
Overview of Merced Hampshire

San Francisco’s Mission District is home to Merced Hampshire, an assisted living property situated roughly 2.4 miles from the city center. Operating out of a single-story building that houses 33 beds, the community eliminates the need for stairs or elevators, which simplifies mobility for residents. Accommodations include a mix of private and semi-private room options in a centralized neighborhood layout.

The surrounding area holds a walkability score of 94 out of 100, classifying the area as a pedestrian paradise where visitors and families can handle retail shopping and daily errands completely on foot. On-site staff members deliver 24-hour physical assistance, laundry, linen care, daily housekeeping, and prepared meals.

To support physical wellness and peer interaction, the community coordinates local transportation alongside a daily recreation schedule featuring Tai Chi, group games, karaoke, and structured exercise classes.

Families can call the administrative office to check current room vacancies and discuss specific physical care routines.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    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 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.