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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,431 assisted living communities in California using California Department of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CA
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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: 57/ 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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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

OakView Health Center
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village)
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 103
Rank #1063 / 1657
No
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 57
Rank #1846 / 2092
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1401
7
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #529 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #428 / 1487
79.4%
Facility 79.4%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #608 / 1368
A+Oakview Hc LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
The Reutlinger Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Danville
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #561 / 1657
No
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 57
Rank #1720 / 2092
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #630 / 1401
22
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #889 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #205 / 1487
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1008 / 1368
A+Reutlinger Community, The And Eskaton Properties IncStudio / 1 Bed
Spring Lake Village
AL
NH
IL
MC
Santa Rosa (Melita)
679
Facility 679
CA AVG 103
Rank #8 / 1657
No
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 57
Rank #1926 / 2092
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1401
13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #654 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #45 / 1487
-A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Canterbury Woods
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Pacific Grove
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 103
Rank #179 / 1657
No
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 57
Rank #384 / 2092
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1401
9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 13
Rank #34 / 1487
72.6%
Facility 72.6%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #786 / 1368
A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
San Francisco Towers
AL
NH
IL
MC
San Francisco (Cathedral Hill)
350
Facility 350
CA AVG 103
Rank #36 / 1657
No
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 57
Rank #2 / 2092
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 81
Rank #242 / 1401
9
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #592 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #158 / 1487
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1 / 1368
-Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Pomona
520
Facility 520
CA AVG 103
Rank #16 / 1657
No
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 57
Rank #1474 / 2092
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1401
12
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #441 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #91 / 1487
75.4%
Facility 75.4%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #719 / 1368
-Congregational Homes, IncorporatedStudio
O‘Connor Woods
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Stockton (Sherwood Manor)
499
Facility 499
CA AVG 103
Rank #23 / 1657
Yes
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 57
Rank #1826 / 2092
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1401
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #81 / 1487
73.4%
Facility 73.4%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #761 / 1368
-O'connor Woods HousingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Vi at La Jolla Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
San Diego (University City)
783
Facility 783
CA AVG 103
Rank #5 / 1657
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 57
Rank #218 / 2092
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #731 / 1401
29
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1061 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #183 / 1487
69.3%
Facility 69.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #865 / 1368
-Ccw La Jolla LLC, Cc La Jolla LLC, And Classic Res MgmtSuite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
University Retirement Community
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Davis (West Davis)
500
Facility 500
CA AVG 103
Rank #22 / 1657
No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 57
Rank #1242 / 2092
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1401
12
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #529 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #158 / 1487
--Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Vineyards – California Armenian Home
AL
IL
MC
NH
RESC
SNF
Fresno (Roosevelt)
412
Facility 412
CA AVG 103
Rank #27 / 1657
No
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 57
Rank #1798 / 2092
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1401
14
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #762 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #38 / 1487
54.1%
Facility 54.1%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1181 / 1368
-California Home For The Aged IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Vi at Palo Alto
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Palo Alto
876
Facility 876
CA AVG 103
Rank #1 / 1657
No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #417 / 2092
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1401
20
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #850 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #336 / 1487
73.1%
Facility 73.1%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #773 / 1368
-Cc Palo Alto LLC And Classic Res. Mgmt. Ltd. Partner1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla
AL
NH
RESC
La Jolla (University City)
220
Facility 220
CA AVG 103
Rank #117 / 1657
No
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 57
Rank #768 / 2092
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 81
Rank #568 / 1401
2
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #592 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1100 / 1487
88.6%
Facility 88.6%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #311 / 1368
-Hsre-Bv IV Trs LLC And Belmont Three LLC Et AlStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Webster House
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Palo Alto (Crescent Park)
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 103
Rank #1123 / 1657
No
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 57
Rank #171 / 2092
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1401
7
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1487
90.7%
Facility 90.7%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #261 / 1368
-Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Covenant Living at the Samarkand
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Santa Barbara (Samarkand)
379
Facility 379
CA AVG 103
Rank #31 / 1657
No
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 57
Rank #1345 / 2092
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1401
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #91 / 1487
85.2%
Facility 85.2%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #379 / 1368
A+Covenant Living West-
The Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens a CCRC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Fresno
652
Facility 652
CA AVG 103
Rank #9 / 1657
No
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1157 / 2092
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1401
4
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #529 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #106 / 1487
57.2%
Facility 57.2%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1147 / 1368
A+Humangood & Humangood Norcal & Humangood Fresno-
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Overview of Orange Grove

Orange Grove is a unique community surrounded by local amenities in Adamo, Laguna Hills, CA, that offers assisted living. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ welfare, helping with their daily living activities and other personal needs to ensure comfort and convenience like no other. With over 20 years of experience, residents can rest assured of receiving the finest care and assistance for their special needs.

Encouraging residents to remain well-engaged and active, fun activities and engaging programs are conducted for leisure and wellness. Medication assistance and monitoring of change in conditions are provided to ensure residents are well-cared for. Meals are also carefully prepared to meet dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those who need assistance in living their daily lives comfortably.

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Joyful Home II

24932 Camberwell Street, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Overview of Joyful Home II

Live a peaceful yet nurturing retirement with Joyful Home II, an excellent community in Laguna Hills, CA for assisted living. Here, you can focus on enjoying your independence while benefitting from round-the-clock care and supervision from a team of kind care experts. Residents receive comprehensive assistance with their daily activities like personal care, medication management, and more for a cozy and relaxing living experience

The community guarantees proper care through individualized care plans that carefully consider residents’ needs, preferences, and wishes. Residents are also served with healthy and delicious meals that are tailored to accommodate unique dietary needs and palates. At Joyful Home II, you can enjoy a simple yet nurturing lifestyle amidst a safe and secure environment.

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Overview of Inspirations Home Care IV

Live a blissful retirement with the trusted community of Inspirations Home Care IV in Heartland Way, Corona, CA, that offers assisted living. The community strives to provide top-tier care and assistance for up to six residents with a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their unique needs. Residents are guaranteed to live comfortably with the community handling the housekeeping, laundry, and other daily living activities.

A jam-packed calendar of fun-filled activities and engaging programs is conducted to promote belongingness among the residents. Indulge in delightful and healthy home-cooked meals for a satisfactory dining experience that cater to dietary needs and tastes. Receive the care you deserve at a budget-friendly cost with the community’s all-inclusive rates.

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Overview of Belmont Village San Ramon

Belmont Village San Ramon is a retirement community in San Ramon, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Here, older adults can find a home away from home, especially with a nurturing and family-like setting. Housekeeping, laundry, restaurant-style dining, and concierge services are also provided, so residents have a maintenance-free lifestyle. Focusing on residents’ holistic well-being, the community develops personalized care plans.

Off-site trips, creative programs, and educational activities encourage residents to live actively and explore interests. Residents can also relax and focus on wellness with first-class amenities, including a full-service salon, a fitness center, and a bistro. Located in the thriving neighborhood of San Ramon, near the Marketplace Shopping Center, a variety of dining options, and parks, the community ensures residents have easy access to necessities and leisure. This retirement community has comprehensive care options dedicated to older adults’ welfare, making it a good option for senior living in California.

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Overview of Westmont of Encinitas

Ideally situated in a quiet neighborhood of Encinitas, California, Westmont of Encinitas is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living and independent living. With its commitment to improving residents’ welfare, the community provides various one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans designed to foster comfort and familiarity. The community boasts its exclusive Inspired Retirement Living to provide the highest quality of care and support for residents to flourish and live to their potential.

Gain easy access to local shopping areas and recreation sites while enjoying various onsite activities, promoting a sense of belongingness, and retaining an active lifestyle. Meals can be enjoyed at your pace in different dining venues like the bistro. Medication management, incontinence care, and therapy services are also provided, ensuring convenience like no other. Amenities include an indoor heated pool, a fitness center, a library, and plenty of pet-friendly spaces.

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Overview of Walnut Valley Senior Living

Operated by Walnut Acquisition LLC and Walnut Silver Town, Inc., Walnut Valley Senior Living is a 120-bed residential community in Walnut, California. It is led by administrator Donghyun Moon. The two-story community has served older adults for four years, providing personalized support with daily living. Its location on Colima Road is in a very walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 73. Residents and visiting family can reach many nearby shops and services while walking.

State inspections have reported no deficiencies. The community met requirements for infection control, staffing, resident rights, and safety. Complaints received in 2025 were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated. Annual reviews since 2023 have shown consistent compliance with state licensing rules and operating standards.

The community offers one-bedroom apartments for residents. Families interested in Walnut Valley Senior Living are encouraged to visit in person. A tour provides them the opportunity to see the community, explore the living spaces, and talk with staff about the care and support available for their loved one.

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Overview of Graysful Living

Cherish every moment of your later years with Graysful Living, a dedicated community in Fresno, CA, that offers residential care. The community strives to meet the needs of those with dementia and under hospice care to enhance their living experiences. A kind and highly trained team helps with residents’ daily living activities and household responsibilities 24/7, promising a worry-free retirement.

The community works hard to understand residents’ needs to provide better care and comfort. Three delightful and well-balanced home-cooked meals are also served to meet dietary needs and preferences. Have the finest retirement experience while receiving exceptional care for your unique needs from a trusted community.

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Overview of Eskaton Village Grass Valley

Nestled in the scenic town of Grass Valley, CA, Eskaton Village Grass Valley provides a premier senior living experience within a vibrant 42-acre community. Residents can choose from a range of independent living, assisted living, and memory care options, with thoughtfully designed floor plans tailored to their lifestyles. With a dedicated team available around the clock, Eskaton Village fosters a supportive environment where residents can stay active, secure, and fully at ease.

The community offers amenities that promote both wellness and enjoyment, including a fitness center with a heated indoor pool, a full-service beauty salon, and two libraries. Residents can savor nutritious, chef-prepared meals in a welcoming dining space and enjoy a variety of recreational and social outings. At Eskaton Village, each day brings opportunities for connection, comfort, and peace of mind in a warm and engaging community.

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Yucaipa Valley Board and Care

33176 Colorado St, Yucaipa, CA 92399
Overview of Yucaipa Valley Board and Care

Enveloped by serene nature and stunning sceneries, Yucaipa Valley Board and Care in Colorado Street, Yucaipa, CA, is an exceptional senior living community providing assisted living. The community also features a wide array of personal and healthcare services such as physical, speech, and occupational therapy, assistance with daily living, and 24-hour nurse assistance. With its intimate residence that can accommodate up to 5 residents, the community promises comfort and safety. Live a sophisticated retirement and cherish moments with Yucaipa Valley Board and Care.

Discover new interests and enjoy meaningful interactions with a wide array of fun activities and wellness programs conducted for leisure and well-being. The community doubles its efforts to ensure seniors live their lives to the fullest, handling the mundane chores. Yucaipa Valley Board and Care is a place where seniors find solace with its peaceful residences filled with genuine people.

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Oakmont of Chino Hills

14837 Peyton Dr, Chino Hills, CA 91709
Overview of Oakmont of Chino Hills

Many families have entrusted Oakmont of Chino Hills to care for their loved ones. The luxury assisted and memory care living home have continuously been practicing a personal approach to the meaningful service they are guaranteed to deliver to seniors; they strive to make a difference in their lives. The beautiful community has been a home of possibilities for seniors who want to discover the purpose in their lives that they have been searching for.

Oakmont of Chino Hills prides itself on its luxurious in-house executive chef and culinary team to provide the best and finest dishes at its pub, café, and dining room. Beautiful activities are found in their ballroom, billiards lounge, fitness center, computer or media center, and fireplace – among many others. Their essential services include wheelchair-accessible showers, kitchenettes, ground-floor units, memory care support services, and recreational activities.

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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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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 1431 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.