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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. 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.
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.
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.
Escondido Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Escondido (Midway)
143
Facility 143
CA AVG 103
Rank #349 / 1,350
BYes
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 56
Rank #228 / 1,411
25
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #991 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #472 / 1,299
75.5%
Facility 75.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #599 / 1,202
A+Pacifica North Cnty & Pac N Cnty And North County MgrStudio / 1 Bed
Lincoln Retirement Villa
AL
Fremont (Irvington)
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 103
Rank #744 / 1,350
B-Yes
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 56
Rank #180 / 1,411
20
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #263 / 1,299
92.5%
Facility 92.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #196 / 1,202
C+Lincoln Villa Corp-
Cypress Court
AL
IL
Escondido (Central Escondido)
293
Facility 293
CA AVG 103
Rank #54 / 1,350
BNo
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 56
Rank #445 / 1,411
13
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #96 / 1,299
51.2%
Facility 51.2%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,057 / 1,202
-Krc Escondido, LP And Northstar Senior Living, IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Villa Fontana
AL
HOS
MC
San Jose (West Valley)
104
Facility 104
CA AVG 103
Rank #589 / 1,350
B+No
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 56
Rank #263 / 1,411
19
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #756 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #419 / 1,299
84.6%
Facility 84.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #308 / 1,202
-Prime Eldercare Solution IncPrivate Apartments
Beach Terrace
AL
MC
Stanton
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #484 / 1,350
A+No
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 56
Rank #499 / 1,411
4
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
1
48.3%
Facility 48.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,103 / 1,202
-Klmh Enterprises LLCSuite
La Costa Glen
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Carlsbad
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
A+No
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,181 / 1,411
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #472 / 1,299
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,202
-Dna Swagerty, Inc-
Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria
AL
IL
MC
Santa Maria
330
Facility 330
CA AVG 103
Rank #39 / 1,350
A-Yes
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,232 / 1,411
15
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #964 / 1,299
59.7%
Facility 59.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #968 / 1,202
A+Mg At Santa Maria, LP, Shi-IV Merrill Gp, LLC, And MStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Serenity Home Care II
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Modesto
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
A+No
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 56
Rank #965 / 1,411
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,224 / 1,299
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,202
-Serenity Home Care II LLCPrivate / Shared Rooms
Dignity Home Care LLC
AL
San Diego (Mira Mesa)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
A+No
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 56
Rank #621 / 1,411
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,224 / 1,299
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,202
-Dignity Homecare LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Oakwood Village, Inc.
AL
MC
Auburn
124
Facility 124
CA AVG 103
Rank #466 / 1,350
A-No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 56
Rank #146 / 1,411
31
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #991 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #88 / 1,299
48.4%
Facility 48.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,102 / 1,202
A+Oakwood Village, Inc-

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Escondido Senior Living

1351 E Washington Ave, Escondido, CA 92027
Overview of Escondido Senior Living

Situated in the welcoming community of Escondido, California, Escondido Senior Living is a distinguished senior living community. Their mission is to inspire senior residents to lead active, engaged lifestyles while considering this senior living community as their cherished home. Specializing in providing both assisted living and memory care services, they take pride in offering an extensive array of amenities and limitless opportunities for life enrichment.

With a steadfast commitment to round-the-clock care and maintaining an ideal staff-to-resident ratio, Escondido Senior Living ensures that each resident receives the care they need, tailored to their unique service plan. Their personalized approach is fundamental to their goal of enhancing the well-being and quality of life of every resident they serve.

Contact Escondido Senior Living

Overview of Lincoln Retirement Villa

Lincoln Retirement Villa, located in Fremont, CA, is a retirement community offering assisted living services to its residents. To ensure that the residents are receiving quality care, they are provided 24/7 supervision and availability of staff to assist in daily living activities including bathing and toileting as needed, and medication management and reminders. Their facility is also equipped with a round the clock emergency call system, as an added security and safety measure.

The residents are also provided meals in a family style dining room, as well as salon services to ensure that they feel good about themselves at all times. Therapy services including balance programs are also offered, as well as enriching activities that promote overall fitness and well being.

Contact Lincoln Retirement Villa

Overview of Cypress Court

Operating since 1996, Cypress Court is an assisted living and independent living community in Escondido, California. It offers studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments, accommodating older adults who prefer to stay by themselves or live with someone. Housekeeping services are also available to help maintain cleanliness.

The community has 293 beds, with a current occupancy rate of 51%. Moreover, there are scheduled activities to join, including fitness and exercise classes, brain games, bingo, scenic drives, shopping, and water aerobics. A fitness center also supports exercise, while restaurant-style dining provides meals in a dedicated setting.

Additionally, a landscaped courtyard with a stone fountain also offers outdoor space. Transportation services and a personal chauffeur service are also available for activities and outings. Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 72 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby errands independently. The community is operated by KRC Escondido, LP and Northstar Senior Living, while Rob Johnston serves as administrator.

Contact Cypress Court

Overview of Villa Fontana

Villa Fontana offers assisted living, hospice care, and memory care in San Jose, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while a resident lives in a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, while hospice care focuses on comfort for a resident nearing the end of life.

Villa Fontana has 104 beds. The combination of care options may suit a resident whose needs change over time, allowing care to continue within the same community. Care can continue under one roof.

In the West Valley neighborhood, Villa Fontana has a Walk Score of 81. Most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops or services independently. Ma. Felicitas V. Duewel serves as the administrator, and Prime Eldercare Solution operates Villa Fontana.

Contact Villa Fontana

Overview of Beach Terrace

Beach Terrace provides assisted living and memory care in Stanton, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a personal living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having both care types available may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Beach Terrace has 120 beds, with housing offered in suites, and is administered by Minyoung Kim and operated by Klmh Enterprises.

A Walk Score of 69 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be completed on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, that may provide a way to handle certain nearby errands independently.

Contact Beach Terrace

Overview of La Costa Glen

Experience senior living to its fullest with La Costa Glen Retirement Community. Situated in coastal Carlsbad, CA, this community offers a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) experience. With a variety of living options, from single-story homes to spacious apartments, each resident is designed to fit diverse preferences while offering comfort, style, and ease of living. Residents can enjoy peace of mind with priority access to a health center located nearby, making it a thoughtful choice for retirement.

At La Costa Glen, an active and fulfilling lifestyle is at the heart of every day. The community provides an impressive array of resort-style amenities, including lush gardens, elegant dining spaces, and a wellness center. Residents can immerse themselves in endless activities such as cultural outings and social events, all thoughtfully arranged to enhance connection and enrich daily living. Embrace a retirement where everything is in place for relaxation, adventure, and lasting memories.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria

Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Santa Maria, CA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The combination of care types may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, since different levels of care are available within the same community. Housing options include studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments, giving a resident a private studio or room for a companion or couple. With 330 beds, the community has more residents and staff than a smaller community and offers more programming.

The starting price is $3,300 per month. That identifies the entry point for pricing rather than a single rate for every care need. A swimming pool gives residents an on site place to swim, and the wellness program offers a structured health related activity. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet while living at the community. Michael Easbey serves as the administrator.

Starting Price $3,300/Month

Contact Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria

Overview of Serenity Home Care II

Set in the neighborhood of Modesto, CA, Serenity Home Care II is a safe retreat for those looking for compassionate assisted living. The community ensures residents are well-supported throughout their journey by providing daily living assistance, companionship, dementia care, and hospice services. With a dedicated team of caregivers available 24/7, residents can keep their peace of mind knowing someone is available to attend to their emergencies and needs.

The community also prioritizes residents’ nutritional needs by serving three nutritious meals daily with accommodations for special diets. Entertainment and enrichment are guaranteed by an array of social activities designed based on residents’ current skills and interests. At Serenity Home Care II, they ensure everyone’s needs are met with utmost care and compassion.

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Overview of Dignity Home Care

Dignity Home Care provides assisted living in San Diego, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. The home is in the Mira Mesa neighborhood and may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller setting.

There are six beds here. That creates a small community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private rooms provide individual living space, while shared rooms offer shared accommodations. A Walk Score of 62 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, so some errands can be completed on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage select errands independently. Paul Christopher Diwa serves as the administrator.

Contact Dignity Home Care LLC

Overview of Oakwood Village

Oakwood Village offers assisted living and memory care in Auburn, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to maintain an apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The two care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can change within the same community rather than requiring a move elsewhere.

Oakwood Village has 124 beds, and Patty Uclaray serves as the administrator. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need support during recovery. The community also offers Life Enrichment, Spiritual Care, and Culinary Services programs.

A Walk Score of 88 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, nearby shops, pharmacies, or cafes may be reachable independently. Oakwood Village may be a good fit for an older adult who needs assisted living or a secured memory care setting and may later require a different level of support.

Contact Oakwood Village, Inc.

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 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.