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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. 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.
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.
Atria Sunnyvale
AL
IL
MC
Sunnyvale
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 103
Rank #244 / 1,349
Yes
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 56
Rank #326 / 1,410
B-14
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #171 / 1,298
61.9%
Facility 61.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #934 / 1,200
Wg Sunnyvale Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Vineyard Ranch at Temecula
AL
MC
Temecula (Fountainglen)
138
Facility 138
CA AVG 103
Rank #382 / 1,349
Yes
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 56
Rank #641 / 1,410
A+10
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #588 / 1,298
71.0%
Facility 71.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #697 / 1,200
Triton Temecula, LLC And Northstar Senior Living1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Brea
AL
Brea
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 103
Rank #551 / 1,349
Yes
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 56
Rank #670 / 1,410
A-11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #354 / 1,298
76.4%
Facility 76.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #576 / 1,200
Brea Brea LLC And Emeritus CorporationStudio / 1 Bed
Ivy Park at Monterey
AL
MC
Monterey
112
Facility 112
CA AVG 103
Rank #542 / 1,349
Yes
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 56
Rank #423 / 1,410
B+21
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #931 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,134 / 1,298
94.6%
Facility 94.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #174 / 1,200
Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Palo Alto
AL
MC
Palo Alto (Evergreen Park)
97
Facility 97
CA AVG 103
Rank #648 / 1,349
Yes
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 56
Rank #109 / 1,410
A-7
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,220 / 1,298
80.4%
Facility 80.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #486 / 1,200
Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Nohl Ranch
AL
Anaheim (Anaheim Hills)
266
Facility 266
CA AVG 103
Rank #64 / 1,349
Yes
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 56
Rank #897 / 1,410
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 #295 / 1,298
39.5%
Facility 39.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,160 / 1,200
Blc Nohl Ranch LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Mission Viejo
AL
MC
RC
Mission Viejo
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 103
Rank #551 / 1,349
Yes
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 56
Rank #911 / 1,410
A+11
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #295 / 1,298
75.5%
Facility 75.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #599 / 1,200
Szr Mission Viejo Asst Lvg And Sunrise Senior Lvg MgtStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cypress Place
AL
IL
MC
RC
Ventura
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 103
Rank #699 / 1,349
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 56
Rank #262 / 1,410
A+4
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,220 / 1,298
76.4%
Facility 76.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #576 / 1,200
Msla Cypress Operating, LLC And Meridian Senior LivingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sterling Inn
AL
Victorville
185
Facility 185
CA AVG 103
Rank #166 / 1,349
Yes
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 56
Rank #860 / 1,410
B-13
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #756 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #380 / 1,298
63.2%
Facility 63.2%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #910 / 1,200
Koerick Sterling Inn G.p, Victorville, LLC,Studio / 1 Bed
Waters Edge Lodge
AL
RESC
RC
Alameda
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #484 / 1,349
Yes
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 56
Rank #670 / 1,410
C11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 13
Rank #46 / 1,298
60.8%
Facility 60.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #951 / 1,200
John & Christian ZimmermanPrivate Apartments

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Overview of Atria Sunnyvale

Atria Sunnyvale offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere that helps encourage a sense of community for the welfare of its residents in Santa Clara Valley. Their commitment to ensuring that an individual can feel independent while engaged is one of their utmost priorities for a balanced lifestyle. They emphasize independent living, assisted living, and memory care, ensuring that their residents are healthy and active. Atria Sunnyvale has provided a diverse and inclusive environment, offering a strong sense of community.

The vibrant lifestyle of all-inclusive amenities includes daily delicious and nutritious meals, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, daily fitness activities with their finest gym equipment, private apartments with an emergency call system, 24-hour resident nurse presence, and a cafe available.

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Overview of Vineyard Ranch at Temecula

Offering assisted living and memory care under one roof, Vineyard Ranch at Temecula is a senior living community on Nicolas Road, a few miles from downtown Temecula, California. The community is operated by Triton Temecula, LLC and Northstar Senior Living. Kelley Lara serves as the administrator, and Curt Kinower is the Executive Director. With both assisted living and memory care in one community, residents can receive more support as their needs change without relocating.

The two-story community has 138 beds and offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. It has been serving residents for 10 years, with an occupancy rate of about 71%. This level of occupancy may provide more flexibility with move-in dates and apartment choices than communities with fewer openings.

Residents can enjoy a grand dining room with a fireplace, along with a movie theater, fitness room, library, and club room for socializing and activities. Outdoor amenities include a gazebo, private balconies, and private patios. Reserved parking is available for visiting family. Vineyard Ranch at Temecula also offers transportation services and fitness and recreation programs. Pets are welcome here.

The area has a Walk Score of 61, which is moderately walkable. Some everyday errands can be completed on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

State inspections have reviewed staffing levels, medication management, infection control, food service, and resident rights. Recent inspection reports show that the community has generally met state requirements in these 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.

Contact Brookdale Brea

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.

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Overview of Waters Edge Lodge

Waters Edge Lodge offers assisted living, residential care, and respite care in Alameda, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident lives in a private apartment. Respite care provides a temporary stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, making the community a possible fit for a resident who needs daily support or a family seeking temporary care.

Waters Edge Lodge has 120 beds and offers private apartments, so each resident has a private living space. Pets are allowed. Courtyard patios and lagoon side outdoor areas give residents places to spend time outside, while available private balconies extend some apartments outdoors.

Residents can use the salon, onsite café, and rehabilitation services. Peet’s coffee and fresh baked snacks are available at the café, while activities include art classes, history and science lectures, music appreciation, card clubs, meditation, and current events discussions. Stephen Zimmerman administers the community, which is operated by Zimmerman, John & Christian. A Walk Score of 60 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently.

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Overview of MorningStar Senior Living of Mission Viejo

A proud MorningStar Senior Living Group member, MorningStar Senior Living of Mission Viejo provides exceptional assisted living and memory care services tailored to each individual’s needs. The community prides itself on providing the best services, striving to be the city’s top-ranked assisted living place. Residents of MorningStar Senior Living of Mission Viejo can rest assured that they can feel like a home away from home.

An elegant community built on its contemporary design and styling, allowing for a more luxurious environment while providing resort-like services: elegant designs and upscale amenities such as its dining room, brightly-lit lounge areas, spacious apartments, courtyard, and arts and crafts studio. MorningStar promotes a stress-free lifestyle for their residents, providing essential services– housekeeping, social and recreational events, and transportation events. Management encourages residents to participate in activities and maximize the amenities to socialize and promote a warm and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Westmont of Encinitas

Ideally situated in a quiet neighborhood of Encinitas, California, Westmont of Encinitas is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living and independent living. With its commitment to improving residents’ welfare, the community provides various one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans designed to foster comfort and familiarity. The community boasts its exclusive Inspired Retirement Living to provide the highest quality of care and support for residents to flourish and live to their potential.

Gain easy access to local shopping areas and recreation sites while enjoying various onsite activities, promoting a sense of belongingness, and retaining an active lifestyle. Meals can be enjoyed at your pace in different dining venues like the bistro. Medication management, incontinence care, and therapy services are also provided, ensuring convenience like no other. Amenities include an indoor heated pool, a fitness center, a library, and plenty of pet-friendly spaces.

Contact Westmont of Encinitas

Overview of Palo Alto Commons

Situated in the neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA, Palo Alto Commons is a blissful senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. A 24-hour care team and licensed nurses are always on standby to attend to residents’ individual needs, including assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and personal care assistance. Residents are provided with a spacious studio, one, and two bedroom apartment for a comfortable living space that fosters a relaxing and restful environment.

The community helps residents live their retirement life to the fullest through its broad array of activities and an abundance of delightful amenities. Residents here benefit from life enrichment programs and various convenient services, including housekeeping, linen services, and scheduled transportation. Amenities, include a fitness center, card room, library, salon, and a fireside lounge that provides relaxing space for gathering with friends or spending some precious time alone.

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Overview of The Watermark at Beverly Hills

The Watermark at Beverly Hills is a mid-rise senior living community located at 220 N Clark Drive in Beverly Hills, California. Operated by Oakmont Management Group LLC and Watermark Beverly Hills LLC under administrator Blasia Lee-Lole, the property serves adults aged 55 and older with assisted living and memory care.

The community accommodates up to 75 residents in studio and one-bedroom apartments, currently maintaining an occupancy rate of 73 percent. On-site staff provide 24-hour support, medication management, weekly housekeeping, and complimentary scheduled local transportation.

Residents can participate in recreational outings, wellness classes through Watermark University, and personal shopping programs. Set in a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood with a walk score of 95, the pet-friendly property sits near Rodeo Drive and Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. State records by the California Department of Social Services show consistent compliance with medication safety and cleanliness.

Prospective residents can contact the front office to schedule a tour or discuss current apartment availability.

Contact The Watermark at Beverly Hills

Overview of Atria at Foster Square

Ideally situated in the beautiful Foster City, California, Atria at Foster Square offers upscale senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Atria offers individualized care to ensure residents live comfortably and confidently, from luxurious independent living to discrete support such as assistance with daily tasks, safety checks, medication management, and more.

Atria provides a range of leisure and convenience features as part of its commitment to creating a meaningful lifestyle. Residents can have a cocktail in the lounge or dine at the restaurant featuring regionally influenced food and table service. With a movie theater, exercise facility, and outdoor dining areas, residents enjoy plenty of recreational alternatives. The pet-friendly atmosphere and on-site salon and spa at Atria make residents feel at home, while their round-the-clock support, transportation, and treatment options ensure all of their residents’ needs are met.

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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 1436 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.