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Overview of Bethel Retirement Community

Bethel Retirement Community’s care list in Modesto, CA, runs from assisted living to hospice care, independent living, and memory care. Assisted living apartments stay private, while bathing, dressing, and medication duties shift to staff. Independent residents get housing and the community’s services, and daily care is left out.

Hospice here is comfort-focused support once an illness is terminal. For a wandering risk, memory care supplies secured space and supervision. Since the four levels share a community, a later need for memory care or hospice doesn’t require leaving.

The 125 beds are spread across three floor plans, from a studio up through one- and two-bedroom units. One person has a private place in a studio, while two bedrooms let spouses move together or a resident keep a companion. Pets can live there as well.

A swimming pool is on the grounds, and community outings take residents past the property line. Bethel scores 63 on Walk Score, somewhat walkable, which puts select errands within reach on foot even after someone stops driving.

Melissa Orello holds the administrator role. The operators are Northstar Snr Lvg Mgt LLC and Tm Concare LLC.

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Oakmont of Folsom

1574 Creekside Dr, Folsom, CA 95630
Overview of Oakmont of Folsom

In Folsom, CA, Oakmont of Folsom provides assisted living and memory care services. Daily activities are where assisted living provides support, while memory care ensures that a resident who wanders is supervised in secured surroundings.

The 88 beds are located in studios and two-bedroom units. An individual may occupy a studio, while a pair can cohabit in a two-bedroom unit. Pets can reside there alongside their owners.

The area has a Walk Score of 64, making it somewhat walkable, allowing a resident without a car to reach certain errands on foot. Support for caregivers is included among the services. Anyssa Hill serves as the administrator, while Hcri of Folsom Tenant and Oakmont Management Group operate the community.

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Overview of The Village at Northridge

Nearly 200 beds, a decade-plus of operating history, and an amenity list that reads more like a resort than a typical assisted living community: The Village at Northridge sits at 9222 Corbin Ave in Los Angeles’s Northridge neighborhood, covering both assisted living and independent living in a mid-rise building with one- and two-bedroom units.

A swimming pool, a spa, fitness centers, a library, beauty services, and recreational programming all show up alongside standard transportation and dining services. Room sizes vary to fit different needs, meal planning stays flexible rather than locked into a single menu, and the community welcomes pets, a detail that matters for residents who don’t want to leave a companion animal behind.

Getting around the surrounding area works reasonably well, too. A Walk Score of 61 puts the neighborhood in the moderately walkable range, enough for some errands on foot without eliminating the need for a car on others.

Occupancy currently sits at 90 percent across the community’s 194 beds, a strong number that speaks to sustained demand. Thomas Rekowski administers the property, with Northridge Subtenant LLC and SRG Management LLC operating it. State inspections in California have tended to focus on care planning and documentation, along with fall and injury prevention.

The Village at Northridge combines a wide amenity list, flexible living arrangements, and strong occupancy, the kind of facility that tends to draw residents looking for a full-service community with room to make it their own.

Starting Price $7,890/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla

Residential care and assisted living are what Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla offers in La Jolla, CA. In assisted living, the living space stays private, and staff help with dressing, bathing, and medication. Residential care is support that continues, in a setting built for residents to live in.

The 220 beds are 88.6% occupied, and the housing options are studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms. A studio suits someone who wants a private space to themselves.

James Arp is administrator here, and HSRE-BV IV TRS LLC and Belmont Three LLC et al. operate the community. A patio gives residents an outdoor area on site. Its neighborhood, University City, has a Walk Score of 69 and rates as somewhat walkable.

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Ivy Park at Salinas

1320 Padre Dr, Salinas, CA 93901
Overview of Ivy Park at Salinas

Experience top-tier care at the blissful senior living community of Ivy Park at Salinas situated in Padre Drive, Salinas, CA. Offering assisted living and memory care, the community delivers 24/7 personalized care and assistance. Ivy Park at Salinas features spacious floor plans including private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, and private and companion suites at Evergreen at Ivy.

Ivy Park at Salinas fosters a warm and welcoming environment, providing seniors with social and educational programs for their leisure and wellness. Moreover, the community’s signature EverYou program ensures that residents are comfortable and safe with programs that keep them inspired. Residents enjoy freshly prepared healthy meals all day at Vine at Ivy Restaurant. The community is equipped with a fitness center, an activities studio, a bistro, a library, a full-service salon, a chapel, and a cozy indoor and spacious outdoor lounge for the seniors’ enjoyment and wellness.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Rockridge

Merrill Gardens at Rockridge offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Oakland, California’s Shafter neighborhood. The community has 150 beds and opened in 2020, giving residents the option to remain in the same community if their care needs grow over time.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Merrill Gardens at Rockridge may be a good fit for a resident whose care needs could change over time.

Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences are available, including a two-bedroom option for a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, and the spa and garden provide on-site spaces for personal care and outdoor time. A Walk Score of 95 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Niare Dawn Feaster serves as administrator, and the community is operated by Shi-Iii Mg Rockridge Gp and Merrill Gardens.

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Ivy Park at La Palma

5321 La Palma Avenue, La Palma, CA 90623
Overview of Ivy Park at La Palma

Ivy Park of La Palma, a large and excellent senior living community in the beautiful city of La Palma, California, offers a wide range of senior living services, including assisted living and memory care services. The community features a private studio, one-bedroom or two-bedroom suite for their assisted living community, and a private or companion suite for their Evergreen Memory Care residents. Committed to delivering care that perfectly aligns with its resident’s needs, the community collaborates with the residents and their families to create their ideal care plan, whether they need 24-hour care assistance or extensive memory care and support.

Ivy Park of La Palma focuses on providing its residents with holistic needs, offering them plenty of spaces to relax, form bonds, or participate in social and educational activities that enhance their cognitive abilities. With their EverYou program, Evergreen residents are guaranteed a stimulating environment and guidance to a fulfilling everyday life. Residents also enjoy nutritious meals daily, weekly housekeeping and laundry, and spa services when needed. Amenities include a bistro, a library, a full-service salon, a hydro spa, and peaceful indoor and outdoor lounge areas.

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Overview of Brookdale Brea

Brookdale Brea offers assisted living, respite care, and short term rehab in Brea, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away, and short term rehab supports temporary recovery needs.

The community has 110 beds, with studio and one bedroom residences. A studio combines living into one space, while a one bedroom gives a resident a separate bedroom. Assisted living starts at $3,415 per month, which gives families a baseline for budgeting at that care level.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet. An on site salon and spa provide grooming and spa services, while transportation helps residents travel beyond the community without arranging every trip themselves. Activities include fitness classes, card games, and creative workshops, and the dining room builds menus around resident suggestions and dietary needs, including special diets.

A Walk Score of 60 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently. Logan Harrison serves as the administrator, and Brea Brea and Emeritus operates the community. Brookdale Brea may be a good fit for a family seeking assisted living with respite care when a primary caregiver needs a short term break.

Starting Price $3,415/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Brookdale Nohl Ranch

Based on three stunning acres in Anaheim Hills, California, Brookdale Nohl Ranch is a unique senior living community offering cozy and welcoming assisted living. Residents are guaranteed a safe and comfortable living space with thoughtfully designed apartments ranging from a studio to one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. The community also provides personal assistance and easy access to plenty of parks, shopping centers, and cultural attractions, ensuring seniors enjoy a fulfilling and engaging lifestyle.

Brookdale Nohl Ranch aims to give seniors a cozy and stimulating environment with various on-site activities to complement their diverse interests and needs. Residents enjoy a personalized dining experience and access to various amenities, including a putting green, an arts and crafts studio, an on-site hair salon, a clinic, business centers, and a game room. At Brookdale Nohl Ranch, residents are treated like a family and surrounded by encouragement, support, and friendship.

Starting Price $3,495/Month Info Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

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Ivy Park at Palo Alto

2701 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Overview of Ivy Park at Palo Alto

Ivy Park at Palo Alto is a senior living community within the beautiful grounds of Palo Alto, CA, offering extensive assisted living and memory care services. The community features a range of floor plans, including a spacious studio, 1 or 2-bedroom suite, and a companion suite for its memory care residents, ensuring plenty of privacy and comfort. Besides their 24-hour personal care support and concierge physician services, the community also features their EverYou programs to stimulate and guide their memory care residents through a fulfilling and meaningful day.

Committed to delivering complete and customized care to its residents, Ivy Park takes on a ‘whole living’ approach that encompasses nourishing meals, engaging activities, outstanding amenities, and compassionate services. Residents can access scheduled transportation, spa services, weekly housekeeping and laundry, and more, ensuring a comfortable retirement experience. Moreover, the community provides plenty of spaces where residents can relax, form bonds, or explore their interests, including an indoor and outdoor lounge area, a library, a cafe, and an activity studio. At Ivy Park at Paolo Alto, they guarantee that each resident lives their best lives.

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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: 74The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90