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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. 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. 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.
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.
The Palisades Villa
AL
RESC
Pacific Palisades
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
A+No
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 56
Rank #725 / 1,411
3
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #381 / 1,299
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #785 / 1,202
-Sunset Residential Care, Inc-
The Villas at Stanford Ranch
AL
IL
MC
Rocklin
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #292 / 1,350
A+No
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,052 / 1,411
8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #701 / 1,299
68.0%
Facility 68.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #768 / 1,202
-Stanford Senior Living 110 LLC And Sequoia Sr. Lvg LLC-
Del Monte Care
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Pacific Grove
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 103
Rank #829 / 1,350
A+No
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 56
Rank #56 / 1,411
8
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,135 / 1,299
63.1%
Facility 63.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #914 / 1,202
-Del Monte Care-
Desert Cottages I
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
RC
Indio
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
B+Yes
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,052 / 1,411
32
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #756 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #355 / 1,299
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,202
A+Desert Cottages L.l.c1 Bed / Semi-Private Room
Monte Vista Village
AL
IL
MC
RC
Lemon Grove
219
Facility 219
CA AVG 103
Rank #108 / 1,350
B+Yes
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,009 / 1,411
36
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,121 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #328 / 1,299
50.7%
Facility 50.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,059 / 1,202
A+Pacifica Monte Vista LLC And Monte Vista Mgr LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale North Euclid
AL
Ontario
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 103
Rank #359 / 1,350
B+Yes
53
Facility 53
CA AVG 56
Rank #833 / 1,411
25
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #890 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #120 / 1,299
51.4%
Facility 51.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,053 / 1,202
A+Summerville At Cobbco Inc And Emeritus CorporationStudio / 1 Bed / Companion Suite
Cottages at Riverside
AL
IL
MC
RC
Riverside (Pedley)
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 103
Rank #551 / 1,350
B+Yes
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 56
Rank #804 / 1,411
46
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,151 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 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
A+Extended Care Portfolio Ca Tnnt And Riverside Mgr LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria Carmichael Oaks
AL
IL
MC
RC
Carmichael
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 103
Rank #659 / 1,350
B+Yes
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,101 / 1,411
12
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #297 / 1,299
65.3%
Facility 65.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #877 / 1,202
B-Wg Carmichael Oaks LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Pointe at Summit Hills
AL
MC
RC
Bakersfield (Eastridge Estates)
170
Facility 170
CA AVG 103
Rank #216 / 1,350
B+No
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,297 / 1,411
8
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #588 / 1,299
45.3%
Facility 45.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,129 / 1,202
A+The Pointe At Bakersfield LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Quail Park at Shannon Ranch
AL
IL
MC
Visalia
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #292 / 1,350
B+Yes
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 56
Rank #981 / 1,411
18
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #709 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #777 / 1,299
71.3%
Facility 71.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #691 / 1,202
A+Northwest Visalia Snr Housing And Millenium AdvisorsStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other CA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 1,600 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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The Palisades Villa

16629 Sunset Blvd, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Overview of The Palisades Villa

The Palisades Villa provides assisted living and Residential Care in Pacific Palisades, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains their own living space. With six beds, the community is a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other, and it may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller community.

A Walk Score of 58 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently. Nawal Sfeir serves as administrator, and Sunset Residential Care operates the community.

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Overview of The Villas at Stanford Ranch

Explore the various assisted living options provided by The Villas at Stanford Ranch, a leading senior living facility situated in Rocklin, Northern California. This community offers a range of personalized care and floor plans to meet each resident’s unique requirements. The Villas provides premium amenities and services, such as a heated outdoor pool, fitness center, and salon, featuring massages and pedicures.

Residents can also enjoy community activities like playing Bocce Ball, crafting, watching movies in the theater, or relaxing in the community areas with stone fireplaces. Additionally, The Villas has a computer room and serves delicious chef-prepared meals in its Bistro or directly to residents in their living quarters.

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Del Monte Care

1221/1229 David Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Overview of Del Monte Care

Del Monte Care provides assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Pacific Grove, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Hospice care focuses on comfort for someone with a life-limiting illness, while respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The home has 65 beds and a 63% occupancy rate, meaning 63% of those beds are filled. Meals are prepared by an executive chef, and snacks are available throughout the day, giving residents prepared food at meals and between them; Kay Cabuco serves as the administrator.

A Walk Score of 94 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, where daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach everyday destinations on foot. The combination of care types may be a good fit for a resident whose needs change over time or for a family seeking a short-term respite stay.

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Overview of Desert Cottages I

Ideally located in the peaceful residential of Himalaya Drive, Indio, CA, Desert Cottages I is a blissful retreat that specializes in dementia and Alzheimer’s care. Dedicated to residents’ welfare, the community also offers hospice care, transitioning program, and respite care. With its quaint and welcoming setting, the community strives to accommodate up to six residents. Keep peace of mind with a compassionate and highly trained team attending to your special needs 24/7, while retaining your independence.

Enhance cognition through stimulating activities that aims to keep residents happy and active. Pet therapy is also conducted to ease residents’ loneliness. Seek comfort in food and enjoy mealtimes with delightful and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. The community is great for those aiming to create memorable moments in their later years with its specially designed amenities and dedicated services.

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Monte Vista Village

2211 Massachusetts Ave, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Overview of Monte Vista Village

In Lemon Grove, CA, Monte Vista Village brings together independent living, memory care, assisted living, and respite care. Care can change here without a change of address.

Independent living covers community services but not care. Assisted living leaves the apartment in the resident’s hands and brings staff in for bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care adds a secured setting and staff supervision, and respite care allows brief stays as well.

Adrian Guillen administers a community of 219 beds. Among the amenities are a swimming pool and walking paths. The activity calendar includes Tai-Chi, Technology 101, and outings, and residents can keep pets.
Walkability around the community is limited. Its Walk Score of 41 is car-dependent, so most errands take a car.

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Overview of Brookdale North Euclid

Brookdale North Euclid in Ontario, CA, offers assisted living and short-term respite care. Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks while maintaining personal living quarters, whereas respite stays provide temporary coverage during caregiver breaks.

Summerville At Cobbco and Emeritus operates the 140-bed community under administrator Lisa To. Floor plans include studios, one-bedroom apartments, and companion suites. Residents are welcome to bring household pets. Daily life features structured programs like morning fitness, creative writing, and gardening, alongside restaurant-style dining tailored to dietary preferences.

On-site amenities include a cinema, beauty salon and barbershop, and a landscaped courtyard. Scheduled transportation is provided for off-site trips, though a walk score of 53 allows non-driving residents to manage select errands nearby on foot.

Individuals considering long-term or temporary senior housing in the Inland Empire can contact Brookdale North Euclid to confirm current pricing or set up a tour.

Starting Price $2,700/Month

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Cottages at Riverside

6280 Clay St, Riverside, CA 92509
Overview of Cottages at Riverside

Tailored to provide help with daily living needs, Cottages at Riverside is a 110-bed residential senior living community in California. It offers a moderately walkable location where some errands can be done on foot, making it convenient for residents with partial independence in their mobility.

The home spotlights personalized care via its 24-hour staffing and nursing services, complemented by rehabilitation and respite care options. A full-time activity director coordinates engaging activities tailored to individual interests and needs, ensuring residents spend their time purposefully. Financial planning support exists to help residents manage their resources and long-term care decisions. Daily life centers around chef-prepared meals served in an inviting dining room, with an in-room dining option available. The community welcomes pets, recognizing that companionship is crucial to many occupants’ well-being. To support overall wellness, amenities include a full-service salon and spa, fitness classes, and routine health assessments. Transportation services help residents attend appointments and social outings, while weekly housekeeping and a concierge team handle practical daily needs. From 24-hour emergency maintenance to volunteer programs that build opportunities for community engagement, the property is focused on comfort and accessibility.

Whether occupants seek short-term respite, rehabilitation post-hospital stay, or active assisted living, Cottages at Riverside delivers comprehensive support in a community-oriented setting.

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Overview of Atria Carmichael Oaks

Atria Carmichael Oaks offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and respite care in Carmichael, CA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community.

There are 95 beds, with studio, suite, one bedroom and two bedroom housing. A studio is a single private space. A two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

The community has a Walk Score of 33, placing it in a car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need one for those trips. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. Kayla Davis is the administrator, and the community is operated by Wg Carmichael Oaks and Atria Management.

Contact Atria Carmichael Oaks

Overview of The Pointe at Summit Hills

The Pointe at Summit Hills offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Bakersfield, CA, in the Eastridge Estates neighborhood. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while they maintain their own living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, while respite care offers a short stay for a resident whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover.

Rehabilitation services are available, giving residents access to therapy as part of their care at the community. With several care types in one setting, The Pointe at Summit Hills can suit a resident whose needs may change over time or a family seeking a temporary care arrangement.

The community has 170 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom housing options. A studio provides a single private space, while a two-bedroom layout can accommodate a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Perla Pena serves as the administrator, and The Pointe At Bakersfield operates the community.

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Overview of Quail Park at Shannon Ranch

Located in Visalia, California, Quail Park at Shannon Ranch is a senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care under one roof. It is operated by Northwest Visalia Snr Housing and Millenium Advisors, with Jeff Moyer serving as administrator. The three-story community is in Tulare County and has been serving residents for 6 years. It’s about 2.7 miles from downtown Visalia.

Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units. Living spaces range from roughly 440 to more than 1,300 square feet, giving families some flexibility in fit and layout. The 150-bed community currently has an occupancy rate of 62%. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 43, meaning it is somewhat walkable. A few nearby errands can be handled on foot, but most trips will require a car or the community’s transportation services.

Daily support includes staff available around the clock, medication management, and regular health monitoring. These services are built into each resident’s personalized care plan. Amenities include a sports den, a centennial theater, and an on-site beauty salon. Fitness programs help residents stay active and maintain mobility. The community welcomes pets, which can matter for residents who don’t want to leave an animal companion behind.

State inspections have most often focused on medication administration and resident care documentation. Complaint investigations involving specific concerns have sometimes resulted in corrective action. Other complaints reviewed by regulators were not substantiated. Families considering the community may want to ask how medication routines and care documentation are managed daily.

Starting Price $4,975/Month

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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 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.