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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. 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.
Windsor Court Assisted Living – Palm Springs
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Palm Springs
130
Facility 130
CA AVG 103
Rank #418 / 1,349
Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 56
Rank #396 / 1,410
B72
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,267 / 1,292
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,024 / 1,338
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #194 / 1,298
99.2%
Facility 99.2%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #146 / 1,200
Windsor Court Assisted Living, LLCPrivate Rooms
Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill
AL
IL
San Diego (Bankers Hill)
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 103
Rank #600 / 1,349
Yes
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 56
Rank #128 / 1,410
A-14
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
83.0%
Facility 83.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #435 / 1,200
Mg At Bankers Hill, LP And Shi-IV Merrill Gp, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunset Cliffs Elder Care
AL
HOS
MC
San Diego (Sunset Cliffs)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 56
Rank #588 / 1,410
B+12
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #669 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
Xentec Investments, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Welbrook Santa Monica
AL
MC
Santa Monica
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 103
Rank #882 / 1,349
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 56
Rank #145 / 1,410
C15
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #827 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #650 / 1,298
84.0%
Facility 84.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #319 / 1,200
Welbrook Sr. Lvng Snta Monica LLC And Alta Sr. Lvng, IncPrivate Studio
Grand River Villa
AL
HOS
RC
West Sacramento (Mikon)
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 103
Rank #925 / 1,349
No
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 56
Rank #396 / 1,410
B+8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #59 / 1,298
53.5%
Facility 53.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,037 / 1,200
Grv A Ca Corporation And CiminocarePrivate / Semi-private Rooms
Bella Palms Senior Wellness Home
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
Long Beach (Los Altos)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 56
Rank #549 / 1,410
C5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
Bella Palms, IncPrivate / Shared Rooms
Fullerton Villa
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Fullerton
197
Facility 197
CA AVG 103
Rank #151 / 1,349
No
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 56
Rank #764 / 1,410
A-24
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #890 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #472 / 1,298
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #291 / 1,200
First Care Inc-
The Covington
AL
IL
MC
Aliso Viejo
343
Facility 343
CA AVG 103
Rank #35 / 1,349
No
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,066 / 1,410
A+9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #279 / 1,298
63.3%
Facility 63.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #907 / 1,200
Episcopal Communities & Services For Seniors-
ActivCare 4S Ranch
AL
MC
San Diego
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 103
Rank #846 / 1,349
No
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 56
Rank #353 / 1,410
A-11
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #588 / 1,298
78.3%
Facility 78.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #528 / 1,200
Income Property Grp And Activcare Living Rac Dove Cnyn-
Concord Royale
AL
MC
RC
Concord
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 103
Rank #244 / 1,349
No
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 56
Rank #262 / 1,410
B+8
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #235 / 1,298
56.9%
Facility 56.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,000 / 1,200
Berg Senior Services, LLC-

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Atria Hacienda

44-600 Monterey Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Overview of Atria Hacienda

Atria Hacienda offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Palm Desert, California. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care is secured and includes supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care gives a family a short stay when the usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 266 beds, with studios, suites, one bedroom residences, and two bedroom residences. A studio provides one private space, while a two bedroom layout can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion. Having several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between care settings can happen without leaving the community.

A Walk Score of 75 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in.

Monique Moreira serves as the administrator. Wg Hacienda Sh LP and Atria Management Co operate the community.

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Sunrise of Hermosa Beach

1837 Pacific Coast Hwy, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Overview of Sunrise of Hermosa Beach

Situated in the lively city of Hermosa Beach, CA, Sunrise of Hermosa Beach is a warm and inviting retirement community offering both assisted living and memory care services. Dedicated to enhancing senior care, this community provides a supportive and nurturing environment for its residents. With a variety of floor plans, the beautifully designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments are tailored to meet diverse needs, ensuring comfort and convenience.

Sunrise of Hermosa Beach offers top-tier amenities, including nutritious and delicious meals customized to meet individual dietary needs, along with mobility assistance for safe and smooth transfers. Residents can also take part in a thoughtfully curated activity schedule that encourages social interaction and personal enrichment. With a focus on high-quality senior care and an improved quality of life, this community offers an exceptional home for residents.

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Overview of Atria Santa Clarita

A classic senior living community settling in Lyons Avenue, Santa Clarita, CA, Atria Santa Clarita provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Relax in the variety of spacious floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with kitchenettes and walk-in showers. With personalized 24-hour care and assistance from a kind and compassionate team of professionals, residents experience a worry-free and relaxing lifestyle.

Atria Santa Clarita fosters a bright and friendly environment, providing its residents with opportunities to enhance their physical, mental, emotional, and social welfare. Through its signature Life Guidance program, memory care residents enjoy a meaningful and joyful life. Catering to its residents’ dietary needs and preferences, the community serves three chef-prepared healthy meals daily. With wonderful amenities such as a library, a movie theater, a fitness center, a salon, a game room, a beautiful resident garden, an aesthetically landscaped courtyard, and walking paths, residents enjoy a better quality of life.

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Ivy Park at Playa Vista

5555 Playa Vista Drive, Playa Vista, CA 90094
Overview of Ivy Park at Playa Vista

Burrowed in the high-spirited neighborhood of Playa Vista, CA, Ivy Park at Playa Vista is an outstanding senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services. Ivy Park at Playa Vista offers a range of floor plans tailored to every need, including a private studio, 1 and 2-bedroom suite, to companion suite option for its memory care residents. The community offers a special program to its residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia and 24-hour assistance to every resident to ensure that all their needs and concerns are addressed promptly.

Just minutes from the Marina Del Rey Hospital, the LAX, shopping centers, and exquisite dining options, Ivy Park at Playa Vista offers its residents easy access to emergency healthcare services and fun outdoor activities. Residents can also engage in various social and educational activities within the community or enjoy a delightful meal with friends at The Vine at Ivy Restaurant. Other services and amenities include beautiful lounging areas, a library, a cafe, access to daily housekeeping services, spa services, on-site maintenance, and more. Every day at Ivy Park at Playa Vista brings a fresh and fulfilling experience.

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Overview of Brookdale Lodi

Tucked away in the quiet neighborhood of Lodi, CA, Brookdale Lodi is a vibrant senior living community offering assisted living. The community features cozy and elegant accommodations, along with 24-hour assistance and monitoring from a team of compassionate professionals dedicated to delivering the utmost care. With personalized care plans, residents only pay for and receive the services they need.

Fostering holistic wellness to its residents, Brookdale Lodi offers its signature programs, including B-Fit, Brain Fit, The Ageless Spirit, and Resident Technology, designed to fulfill residents’ needs on six dimensions of wellness. The community also provides delicious and healthy meals, personal care assistance, housekeeping services, and scheduled transportation to ensure residents’ days are free of chores and filled with things they love most. Amenities include a library, a game room, a whirlpool, meeting rooms, and landscaped grounds.

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Overview of Silverado Escondido Memory Care Community

With 104 private rooms, Silverado Escondido Memory Care Community is a residential care community in Escondido, California, serving older adults living with memory loss and cognitive changes. Operating for five years under the ownership of Silverado Senior Living Management and the leadership of Michael Zuletta, the community currently supports 73 residents. This reflects a 70% occupancy rate.

The surrounding area has a Walk Score of 52, offering moderate walkability. This suggests that some nearby services and amenities can be reached on foot, while others still require a short drive.

State inspections have consistently found the community in compliance with regulations related to food storage, medication security, fire safety, and operational practices. Moreover, complaint investigations have not substantiated resident care concerns, and any issues identified during previous inspections were addressed through corrective action plans.

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Ivy Park at Pleasanton

5700 Pleasant Hill Road, Pleasanton, CA 94588
Overview of Ivy Park at Pleasanton

Overlooking the picturesque neighborhood of Pleasanton, CA, Ivy Park at Pleasanton is a peaceful senior living community offering various senior living options, including assisted living and memory care. The community provides customized care and 24-hour surveillance to empower residents to maximize their independence and personal growth. Ivy Park’s prime location is conveniently close to ValleyCare Medical Center, the Livermore Premium Outlets, wineries, and exquisite dining options, providing residents quick access to extensive healthcare services and joyous outings.

Ivy Park at Pleasanton aims to make every resident feel comfortable and inspired to live their best life every day. The community offers a wealth of amenities, including delicious, seasonal meals at The Vine at Ivy Restaurant, various engaging activities, and a warm, welcoming environment. With a focus on residents’ holistic well-being, Ivy Park ensures that residents have access to the best in wellness, comfort, and personalized living experiences.

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St. Francis Home

1718 West Sixth Street, Santa Ana, CA 92703
Overview of St. Francis Home

St. Francis Home is an assisted living community in the Santa Anita neighborhood of Santa Ana, California. Assisted living here includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while residents keep their own apartments, making the home a possible fit for someone who needs that support in a residential setting.

The home has 74 beds. Monthly starting prices range from $2,000 to $5,000, giving families a range to consider when planning an assisted living budget. Veronica Villalpando administers St. Francis Home, which is operated by Franciscan Missionary Sisters. A Walk Score of 78 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Oakcreek

6127 E. Castro Valley Blvd, Castro Valley, CA 94552
Overview of Oakcreek

Oakcreek offers assisted living and memory care in Castro Valley, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, which can suit someone at risk of wandering.

With both assisted living and memory care, Oakcreek may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 38 beds, making it a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. One-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units are available, with the larger layouts providing additional bedrooms for a couple or a resident moving with a companion.

A swimming pool gives residents an on-site place to swim. The community has a Walk Score of 86, which is very walkable, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still get out independently. Roseline R. Prasad serves as the administrator, and Echo Senior Living operates Oakcreek.

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Overview of Concord Royale

Concord Royale provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Concord, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while residents live in a private suite. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover.

The community has 160 beds. Its multiple care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between assisted living and memory care can happen without leaving the community. Maria Connie Kuhlmann serves as administrator, and Berg Senior Services operates Concord Royale.

A Walk Score of 81 means most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops or services independently. Transportation is available for medical appointments, shopping, and planned outings, giving residents a community option for those trips.

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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 1437 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.