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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. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over 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.
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.
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.
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.
Bethel Retirement Community
AL
HOS
IL
MC
Modesto
125
Facility 125
CA AVG 103
Rank #454 / 1,350
Yes
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 56
Rank #606 / 1,411
B+26
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #756 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 13
Rank #32 / 1,299
92.0%
Facility 92.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #200 / 1,202
Tm Concare LLC And Northstar Snr Lvg Mgt LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakmont of Folsom
AL
MC
Folsom
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 103
Rank #703 / 1,350
Yes
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 56
Rank #589 / 1,411
B+18
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #709 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #472 / 1,299
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #546 / 1,202
Hcri Of Folsom Tenant And Oakmont Management GroupStudio / 2 Bed
The Village at Northridge
AL
IL
MC
Los Angeles (Northridge)
194
Facility 194
CA AVG 103
Rank #155 / 1,350
Yes
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 56
Rank #642 / 1,411
B+27
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #958 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #547 / 1,299
89.7%
Facility 89.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #225 / 1,202
Northridge Subtenant LLC And Srg Management LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla
AL
RESC
La Jolla (University City)
220
Facility 220
CA AVG 103
Rank #100 / 1,350
No
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 56
Rank #499 / 1,411
A-24
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #964 / 1,299
88.6%
Facility 88.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #243 / 1,202
Hsre-Bv IV Trs LLC And Belmont Three LLC Et AlStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Salinas
AL
MC
Salinas (South Salinas)
185
Facility 185
CA AVG 103
Rank #166 / 1,350
Yes
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 56
Rank #424 / 1,411
A-15
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #964 / 1,299
89.2%
Facility 89.2%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #236 / 1,202
Well Ivy 6 Tenant LLC & Oakmont Mgmt Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Merrill Gardens at Rockridge
AL
IL
MC
Oakland (Shafter)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #292 / 1,350
Yes
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 56
Rank #43 / 1,411
B+33
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #958 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #777 / 1,299
89.3%
Facility 89.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #231 / 1,202
Shi-III Mg Rockridge Gp LLC And Merrill Gardens LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at La Palma
AL
MC
La Palma
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 103
Rank #744 / 1,350
Yes
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 56
Rank #642 / 1,411
B+4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,135 / 1,299
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #257 / 1,202
Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Brookdale Brea
AL
Brea
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 103
Rank #551 / 1,350
Yes
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 56
Rank #671 / 1,411
A-11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #355 / 1,299
76.4%
Facility 76.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #576 / 1,202
Brea Brea LLC And Emeritus CorporationStudio / 1 Bed
Brookdale Nohl Ranch
AL
Anaheim (Anaheim Hills)
266
Facility 266
CA AVG 103
Rank #64 / 1,350
Yes
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 56
Rank #898 / 1,411
A-15
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #709 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #297 / 1,299
39.5%
Facility 39.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,162 / 1,202
Blc Nohl Ranch LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Palo Alto
AL
MC
Palo Alto (Evergreen Park)
97
Facility 97
CA AVG 103
Rank #649 / 1,350
Yes
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 56
Rank #110 / 1,411
A-7
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,224 / 1,299
80.4%
Facility 80.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #486 / 1,202
Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Bethel Retirement Community

Discover exceptional living with Bethel Retirement located in Modesto, CA. The Bethel Retirement is a classic senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents are treated like a family of extraordinary individuals. A variety of accommodations with several floor plans are available suited to the primary needs of its residents. With a compassionate and highly skilled team, residents can access 24/7 care and support most especially those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

The community is committed to providing a place to call home. Residents can enjoy excellent culinary services for delightful and healthy meals, and sets of unique programs encompassing physical, mental, educational, social, and spiritual activities. Moreover, in-house activity programs, fitness equipment, and community outings are available to boost social engagement. The Bethel Retirement proudly stands as a premier life plan community for senior living.

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Oakmont of Folsom

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

Oakmont of Folsom takes great pride in its vibrant and engaging community. The team at Oakmont connects with residents on a daily basis, ensuring that every aspect of the community is designed with their needs and preferences in mind. From delightful meals to exciting excursions and activities, the residents at Oakmont of Folsom eagerly anticipate each opportunity to come together and enjoy the company of their neighbors.

The community’s beautiful scenic gardens offer a serene oasis for residents to explore. They can stroll along the winding paths, surrounded by blooming flowers, and relax in the shade of the fruit trees. The lush courtyard also hosts a variety of outdoor events, allowing residents to soak up the sunshine and connect with one another. Residents can also indulge in the community’s intimate movie theater, where they can enjoy fun movie matinees with new friends while snacking on complimentary popcorn. The spacious private dining room provides the perfect setting for small gatherings, where residents can reminisce, share laughs, and savor meals with loved ones.

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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.

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla

Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla provides assisted living and residential care in La Jolla, California. Established in 2022, the 220-bed community maintains an 89% occupancy rate. Floor plans include studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options, allowing single residents or couples to select living arrangements based on their preferences.

Situated in the University City area, the property features a private outdoor patio. A walk score of 69 makes the neighborhood somewhat walkable, enabling non-driving residents to complete select errands nearby. Daily management is overseen by administrator James Arp, and operational management is handled by Hsre-Bv Iv Trs LLC and Belmont Three LLC Et Al.

Families interested in exploring housing layouts or learning more about daily care support can reach out to Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla to set up a tour.

Contact Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla

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

Take in the stunning views of Coronado Avenue, Oakland, CA, with Merrill Gardens at Rockridge’s astounding senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Live in comfort and elegance within the beautifully crafted and spacious Merrill Gardens at Rockridge accommodations with 126 various studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. With round-the-clock care and assistance from a compassionate and highly qualified team, seniors let go of their worries and receive the utmost attention for their needs and interests.

Maintain a well-engaged lifestyle with a wide range of exciting activities and fun learning programs. Create meaningful moments within Merrill Gardens at Rockridge’s spacious and welcoming communal spaces. Enjoy delightful and healthy meals any time you prefer to meet dietary requirements and tastes. Merrill Gardens at Rockridge is ideal for seniors aiming to maximize their freedom and receive the necessary support to experience the finest retirement.

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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

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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

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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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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 1430 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.