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| GlenBrook Health Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Carlsbad | 95 | No | 57 | 4 | 2 | - | 22 | 73.7% | - | Glenbrook Hc LLC/Life Services LLC | - |
| OakView Health Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village) | 63 | No | 20 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 82.5% | A+ | Oakview Hc LLC | Private / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Reata Glen |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Mission Viejo | 840 | No | 2 | 4 | - | - | 6 | 79.0% | B- | Reat Glen Orange County Ccrc | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| Ivy Park at La Palma |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | La Palma | 80 | Yes | 61 | 1 | - | 1 | 1 | 87.5% | - | Transformer Opco LLC;Oakmont Management Group LLC | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Ivy Park at Claremont |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Claremont | 81 | Yes | 14 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 72.8% | - | Transformer Opco LLC;Oakmont Mangement Group LLC | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Oakmont of Brookside |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Stockton (Brookside) | 81 | Yes | 46 | 4 | 14 | 8 | 4 | 96.3% | - | Oakmont Senior Living Of Brookside Opco, LLC And | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed |
| Cogir of Sonoma |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Sonoma (Oregon Street) | 82 | Yes | 74 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 34.1% | A+ | Welltower Cogir Tenant; Cogir Management Usa | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Ivy Park at Alta Loma |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Rancho Cucamonga (Alta Loma) | 77 | Yes | 75 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 79.2% | A+ | Transformer Opco LLC;Oakmont Management Group LLC | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Villa Lorena Senior Living |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | San Diego (Black Mountain Ranch Village) | 85 | No | 32 | 4 | 19 | 1 | 9 | 72.9% | - | Santaluz Senior Partners,LP;Vlgp Inc(Gen. Partner) | - |
| Town & Country |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Santa Ana (East Memory Lane) | 328 | No | 67 | 3 | 26 | 4 | 50 | 32.9% | A+ | Christian And Missionary Alliance | - |
| Sunrise of San Mateo |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | San Mateo (Central San Mateo) | 85 | Yes | 88 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 25 | 78.8% | - | Szr San Mateo LLC; Sunrise Senior Living Mgt | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Ivy at Wellington |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Aliso Viejo | 305 | No | 29 | 2 | 17 | 2 | 2 | 41.3% | - | Well Oak Tenant LLC;Oakmont Management Group LLC | - |
| University Retirement Community |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Davis (West Davis) | 500 | No | 54 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 26 | 10.0% | - | Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| Elder Ashram |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Oakland (Foothill) | 90 | Yes | 87 | 5 | 21 | 2 | 5 | 68.9% | - | Elder Ashram Inc | - |
| Cogir of Rohnert Park |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Rohnert Park | 75 | Yes | 27 | 6 | 13 | 4 | 7 | 56.0% | A+ | Welltower Cogir Tenant LLC; Cogir Mngt Usa Inc | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
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Overview of Ivy Park at Burbank
Providing top-notch care and assistance, Ivy Park at Burbank located in the peaceful neighborhood of Willow Street, Burbank, CA, provides assisted living and memory care. The community features cozy and spacious floor plans including private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments for assisted living residents, and companion and private suites at Evergreen at Ivy for memory care residents. Forging meaningful and trusting relations with the seniors and their loved ones, the community delivers round-the-clock care and assistance tailored to their unique needs.
The community strives to provide a comfortable and safe environment, employing its signature EverYou program to keep the residents stimulated and inspired. Serving nutritious meals all day, the community caters to its residents’ dietary needs and cravings. Ivy Park at Burbank includes a bar and lounge, a bistro, a full-service salon, a fitness center, a technology center, an activities studio, a library, a media room, and spacious indoor and outdoor lounges for its residents’ wellness. Experience comfort and safety at its finest within the community grounds.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 360 / 520 / 730 / 1050 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Carefield Castro Valley
Nestled in the beautiful Bay Area, Carefield Castro Valley is an assisted living and memory care community where residents flourish in a vibrant, family-oriented environment. The community offers a blend of city convenience and suburban tranquility. Following a multi-million dollar renovation, Carefield Castro Valley strives to be a hub of life enjoyment, boasting state-of-the-art programs, engaging activities, and a dedicated staff committed to fostering meaningful connections. Carefield Castro Valley provides exemplary assisted living and memory care services and amenities, including three daily meals, 24-hour staffing, licensed nursing care, and a diverse calendar of social and fitness activities. Residents enjoy access to a fitness room, scheduled transportation for medical appointments, weekly housekeeping, Wi-Fi, salon services, and pet-friendly accommodations, ensuring a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle.
A stand out for comprehensive senior care, Villa Gardens Health Center offers a holistic approach to well-being for residents seeking either short-term rehabilitation or long-term skilled nursing. A team of dedicated healthcare professionals, encompassing doctors, nurses, therapists, and social workers, collaborate to craft individualized care plans that address each resident’s specific needs, to help residents regain strength, improve daily living skills, and regain their confidence. Residents benefit from a structured program designed to maximize progress, with access to state-of-the-art equipment and compassionate guidance from therapists.
Villa Gardens provides 24/7 assistance with daily living activities, ensuring residents receive the support they need while maintaining their autonomy as much as possible. Spacious private and semi-private rooms create a comfortable living space, while beautifully landscaped gardens offer a serene environment for relaxation and socialization.
Sunshine Villa, a Merrill Gardens Community, is a senior living community situated in the vibrant heart of Santa Cruz, within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Wharf, beach, and boardwalk. With individualized care services catered to each resident’s needs and preferences, this historic landmark provides high-quality assisted living and memory care. Since 1990, Sunshine Villa has been a dependable member of the Santa Cruz community, offering top-notch care in a lovely, idyllic environment.
Sunshine Villa’s goal is to provide its residents with a satisfying and rewarding lifestyle, and it is committed to meeting and beyond their expectations. The community offers a number of amenities, such as chef-prepared meals, elegantly furnished common rooms, a library, landscaped gardens with courtyards, private dining room, on-site RNs/LPNs, and a Victorian sunporch, ensuring a comfortable and engaging living experience.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 320 / 490 - 576 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Ivy Park at San Juan Capistrano
Ivy Park at San Juan Capistrano offers assisted living and memory care services– delivered by the staff’s compassionate and kind approach. They ensure that every resident can live a purposeful life every day and feel at home through the exceptional service and care they provide. Ivy Park is considerably one of the most welcoming and inclusive senior living communities, which would be ideal for you or your loved one who seeks a home secured with safety.
The lifestyle at Ivy Park ensures that everyone stays active, which is why they have wellness programs that help enrich their body and spirit. Community services and amenities include concierge services, arts and crafts, social activities, a full-service hair salon, and indoor and outdoor common areas.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Foremost Retirement Resort is an assisted living community in Hesperia, CA, that offers personal care, memory care, and respite care. Promoting a warm and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for. Residents can also maintain their independence, with excellent services, including 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and housekeeping services. The community also strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences through customized care plans.
Light exercises, social events, and a variety of recreational programs help residents stay active and learn new hobbies. With a spacious dining room, cozy living rooms, and lively gathering areas, residents can rest without hassles. The community’s 15-acre campus, set on the scenic mountain backdrops of Hesperia, also ensures residents have a stress-free retirement. As one of the highly regarded options for senior living in California, this assisted living community continuously provides high-quality services.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Single-storey
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Located in Yuba City, Emerald Oaks, Inc. is a beautifully renovated assisted living facility in California. Devoted to creating an environment where seniors can age gracefully, the home offers a comprehensive range of services, including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The facility boasts a stimulating atmosphere, providing robust support for seniors to thrive. With lush greenery, a grand entrance, and recent enhancements, Emerald Oaks, Inc. features premier finishes, high ceilings, and tastefully designed walls, creating an inviting and dignified space for residents.
The improved facility includes a main lobby that exemplifies excellence in care. Committed to providing assisted living with memory care, Emerald Oaks, Inc. prioritizes the well-being and comfort of its residents, making it an ideal choice for seniors seeking a supportive and enriching environment. As a trusted destination for assisted living for seniors, Emerald Oaks, Inc. is dedicated to offering a high-quality living experience in Yuba City, California.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
East Bay Assisted Living is a highly recommended community and assisted living facility in Oakland, California. What sets them apart is their unique offering of both assisted living for seniors and memory care within an intimate community, ensuring a personalized and supportive environment. With wheelchair-accessible showers and available resident parking, they prioritize convenience and accessibility for their residents.
This community distinguishes itself by fostering a family-like environment and providing a specialized Asian-friendly experience. Beyond just a residence, East Bay Assisted Living takes a different approach to senior living, incorporating Asian cuisine into their services. The community embraces diversity with languages spoken, including Chinese Mandarin and Korean, ensuring that residents feel not only comfortable but truly at home. In adherence to assisted living guidelines, East Bay Assisted Living exemplifies excellence by providing a tailored and caring atmosphere for seniors in Oakland.
Overview of Wood Glen Hall
Wood Glen Hall offers quality care for an adult care home that offers compassion and kindness; residents can feel comfortable with the team of dedicated staff who are ready to attend to any needs. The affordable assisted living services perform nothing less than quality service in a nurturing and cozy environment that inspires residents to thrive and live comfortably.
The premier community has boasted an elevated lifestyle through the high service provided to seniors who live independently. All-inclusive amenities include delicious and nutritious meals by a chef, weekly housekeeping and laundry, everyday fitness activities with their finest gym equipment, lush gardens, and a spacious community garden.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Alta Vista Senior Living
A proud Aura Living community member, Alta Vista offers a luxurious environment that creates a lifestyle filled with endless possibilities for seniors to discover. The independent living community provides a list of amenities and services that make a comfortable and secure environment for residents. The residential lifestyle is focused on relaxation, enjoyment, and peaceful living. Alta Vista is a vibrant community that encourages residents to thrive independently, flourish actively, and live purposefully.
The Alta Vista difference boasts its commitment to delivering quality care and service for each individual to be enriched and engaged during their stay. Accommodations comprise delightful amenities and services such as housekeeping, laundry, engaging programs, social events, recreational activities, fitness classes, gourmet meals at the restaurant-style dining hall, beautifully furnished apartments, and an in-home emergency call pendant.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Alcove / Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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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.
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
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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 36 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.
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