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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.
St. Francis Home
AL
Santa Ana (Santa Anita)
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 103
Rank #782 / 1,349
No
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 56
Rank #326 / 1,410
B-6
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #75 / 1,298
43.2%
Facility 43.2%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,144 / 1,200
Franciscan Missionary Sisters-
Golden Years Residential Home
AL
RESC
Yuba City
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,192 / 1,410
A+5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #327 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
Claudiu Dejeu-
Oakcreek
AL
MC
Castro Valley
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 103
Rank #947 / 1,349
No
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 56
Rank #179 / 1,410
A-7
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #472 / 1,298
94.7%
Facility 94.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #172 / 1,200
Echo Senior Living LLC-
The Avant
AL
IL
MC
Palo Alto (Ventura)
250
Facility 250
CA AVG 103
Rank #75 / 1,349
Yes
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 56
Rank #241 / 1,410
A29
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #709 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,298
76.4%
Facility 76.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #576 / 1,200
Wellquest Palo Alto Tenantco, LLC And Wellquest Et AlStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
A Place Called Home – Quail Lake
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
Clovis
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
Yes
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,347 / 1,410
B-5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #615 / 1,298
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,200
Emosewa IncPrivate Rooms
Raya’s Paradise, Inc V
AL
Los Angeles (Central La)
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,020 / 1,349
No
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 56
Rank #55 / 1,410
B+18
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #235 / 1,298
63.6%
Facility 63.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #898 / 1,200
Exclusive Raya's Paradise, IncPrivate Room
Laguna Estates Senior Living
AL
MC
Carlsbad
214
Facility 214
CA AVG 103
Rank #112 / 1,349
Yes
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 56
Rank #423 / 1,410
B+26
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #890 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #699 / 1,298
47.7%
Facility 47.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,109 / 1,200
Ec Opco Ca Partner Vi, LLC And Vista Carlsbad SeniorStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Hearts at Millwood Assisted Living
AL
RESC
Millbrae
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 56
Rank #375 / 1,410
C-10
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
Hearts At Millwood Rcfe IncPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Grant Serenity Homes of Pasadena
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Pasadena (Jefferson Park)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 56
Rank #227 / 1,410
D6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
Grant Serenity Homes Of Pasadena, IncPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Sapphire Pacific Residential Care IV
AL
MC
RESC
Escondido (Country Club)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,192 / 1,410
B-8
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #650 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
Sapphire SunsetPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms

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 1,437 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Golden Years Residential Home

Golden Years Residential Home in Yuba City is a dedicated senior care provider, unwavering in its commitment to excellence. With a profound passion for enhancing the lives of seniors, this care facility has continually evolved, addressing not only the physical needs but also prioritizing the emotional well-being of its residents. Operating on a foundation of high standards, Golden Years Residential Home offers round-the-clock staff availability, ensuring a secure and supportive environment for seniors.

The services provided include both short and long-term care options, with the presence of an on-call registered nurse and personalized care plans for individual needs. The facility takes a comprehensive approach by monitoring mental and physical conditions, assisting in scheduling doctor and dental appointments, and arranging transportation as needed. Golden Years Residential Home goes beyond mere caregiving, fostering a sense of community through diverse activity programs. In essence, it emerges as a haven that seamlessly combines residential assisted living, and senior living guidelines, embodying excellence in senior care.

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ActivCare 4S Ranch

10603 Rancho Bernardo Rd, San Diego, CA 92127
Overview of ActivCare 4s Ranch

ActivCare 4s Ranch shines as a sanctuary of exceptional memory care in San Diego. This distinguished residential facility offers an array of specialized services, catering to varying levels of memory impairment while prioritizing top-notch medical care. The dedicated team members, armed with extensive training in memory care, utilize personalized approaches to engage residents in meaningful moments. 
Specially trained caregivers stand as guardians of comfort, providing unwavering support and companionship to those entrusted in their care. The tranquil courtyard, meticulously manicured and secure, offers a haven where nature’s embrace merges with the soothing melody of resident footsteps. Akin to a breath of fresh air, the atmosphere at ActivCare 4s Ranch exudes warmth and serenity. Bathed in natural light, the spaces are designed to inspire connection and renewal. Every detail has been thoughtfully curated, from the open layouts that invite the conversation to the uplifting ambiance that permeates each corner. 

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Overview of The Covington

The Covington offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Aliso Viejo, California. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering. Needs can change without another move, since all three care levels are available within the same community.

With 343 beds, The Covington is a larger setting with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Its dining program includes snacks, shareable plates, mains, and desserts, giving residents several types of menu items to choose from while emphasizing locally sourced ingredients. A Walk Score of 36 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk. Donald Cash Benton serves as administrator, and Episcopal Communities & Services For Seniors operates the community.

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Overview of A Caring Touch Board and Care

A Caring Touch Board and Care is tucked into a residential stretch of Chatsworth, California, at 10348 Laramie Ave. It’s small by design: just six beds in a single-story building, which means residents get a setup closer to a shared home than an institutional facility. This place handles assisted living, memory care, and residential care all under one roof, so it can flex to what a resident actually needs rather than forcing everyone into one category.

Walkability sits at 56 out of 100, which lands in the moderately walkable range. That means a few errands are doable on foot, and there’s a decent mix of stuff nearby, though you’ll still want a car for most trips. The community has been running for six years now and is sitting at full occupancy, all six beds filled, which says something about steady local demand for this kind of smaller setting.

Staffing is around the clock, so there’s always someone present, day or night. The minimum age to move in is 55 years old. On the programming side, residents get structured meals, caregiver training built into daily operations, and a volunteer program that brings outside engagement into a small community that could otherwise feel a little insular. Transportation services and fitness and recreation rounds out the offering, so getting to appointments or staying physically active isn’t left up to chance.

State inspectors who evaluate places like this one typically focus on staffing and staff credentials, how well care planning gets documented, and general housekeeping and upkeep. Those are the baseline categories regulators check across every residential care home for the elderly in California, not anything specific to this address.

What you end up with is a tiny, fully staffed community that’s stayed full for six years straight, built around close attention rather than scale. For a family weighing a smaller, more personal setting against a bigger campus, that combination of full occupancy and round-the-clock staffing in a six-bed home is the core story here.

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Excellent Home Care

37208 27Th St E, Palmdale, CA 93550
Overview of Excellent Home Care

Enjoy a worry-free retirement with Excellent Home Care, an idyllic retreat in Palmdale, CA, offering assisted living. The community is committed to improving residents’ quality of life with exceptional care tailored to their needs 24/7. Residents can keep their peace of mind with the community helping with housekeeping and maintenance.

Residents will not feel lonely with a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Delicious and healthy meals are also served from breakfast to dinner, catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, incontinence care, mobility assistance, and transportation services are also provided for residents’ comfort and safety. The community features two distinct locations at 27th Street East and Peonza Lane, ensuring residents find the community that best matches their preferences.

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Overview of Hearts at Millwood Assisted Living

Hearts at Millwood Assisted Living is a small, family-owned residential care home for the elderly in Millbrae, a really walkable neighborhood in San Mateo County. With all units currently filled, the single-story facility offers six beds in private and semi-private room configurations. Eli Hart Ermitano administers the home through Hearts At Millwood Rcfe Inc.

The home prioritizes close, attentive care via constant nursing supervision and an emphasis on individualized attention. It’s wheelchair-accessible, bolstering residents with varying mobility needs. With only six residents, the setting naturally fosters an intimate, home-like atmosphere that many families prefer over bigger communities. Situated on Millwood Drive with a Walk Score of 75, the neighborhood offers solid walkability, making it easy for visiting families to explore the area on foot and for occupants to reach nearby essentials. Transportation services support residents’ outings and appointments. The facility also provides fitness and recreation programming to promote active engagement.

Inspections mirror a sound compliance record. Operating for six years, Hearts at Millwood Assisted Living upholds a track record of meeting regulatory standards.

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Overview of Sapphire Pacific Residential Care IV

Sapphire Pacific Residential Care IV is a serene residential care community in San Diego, CA designed for assisted living and memory care services. The community makes sure residents are well-cared for with kind and reliable caregivers available to support them with their everyday routines. From personal care to medication management and daily supervision, residents here are guaranteed to receive all the care and support they need to thrive while maintaining their independence.

The community enriches residents’ lives with an array of social and recreational activities to enjoy. Those living with memory conditions enjoy specialized activities and training tailored to slow down the progression of their condition. Here, residents receive all the care and support they need to spend their golden years comfortably.

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Overview of Unified Hearts Home Care

Unified Hearts Home Care provides home care and respite care in San Mateo, CA. Home care includes companionship, personal care, medication management, homemaker services, meal preparation, transportation, and support for Alzheimer’s and dementia, giving residents help with daily needs while remaining in the home setting.

End-of-life support and post-surgery care are also available for residents with those specific needs. With staffing around the clock, support is available during the day and overnight.

Respite care offers short-term support when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The home may be a good fit for a family seeking temporary coverage.

Unified Hearts Home Care has six beds and private rooms, so each resident has a separate sleeping space. All six beds are currently filled, with occupancy at 100%.

The home is in the Central San Mateo neighborhood, where a Walk Score of 75 places the area in the very walkable category. Most errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Lina Chen serves as administrator.

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Overview of Inspirations Home Care VIII

Ideally situated in the serene neighborhood of Nickellaus Ct, Corona, CA, Inspirations Home Care is an idyllic retreat that offers assisted living. The community can accommodate up to six residents, providing them with an experienced and compassionate team that helps with their unique needs. With assistance to daily living activities, housekeeping, laundry, and health needs, residents will surely have more time to do the things they want.

For residents to easily adapt to their surroundings, the community fosters a bright and friendly environment through fun activities to ensure better social engagement. Here, residents delight with healthy and delicious home-cooked meals that satisfy their dietary requirements and preferences. Have the finest retirement experience with the community’s dedicated care and specially designed amenities at an all-inclusive price.

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Overview of Grant Serenity Homes of Pasadena

Grant Serenity Home, located in Pasadena, CA, is a senior living home specializing in providing assisted living with memory care services for their residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. This senior living home offers individualized care plans aimed to meet the residents’ individual needs. Their memory care services revolve around active engagement, social activities, and residents’ safety.

Grant Serenity Home in Pasadena ensures that residents are taken care of 24/7, providing supervision as well as assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and coordination for transportation for medical appointments, as well as coordination with other healthcare providers. They also provide their residents with nutritious meals prepared with consideration to their dietary needs. Furthermore, housekeeping and laundry services ensure that the environment is well kept as well as safe for the residents.

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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.