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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,430 assisted living communities in CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CA
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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. 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.
Aegis Living Shadowridge
AL
MC
RC
Oceanside
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 103
Rank #659 / 1,350
Yes
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 56
Rank #671 / 1,411
B+26
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #709 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #214 / 1,299
53.7%
Facility 53.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,035 / 1,202
Aegis Senior Communities LLCStudio / 1 Bed / Suite
Cedarbrook Memory Care Community
AL
MC
Fresno
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 103
Rank #812 / 1,350
No
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 56
Rank #589 / 1,411
B+29
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #791 / 1,292
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,024 / 1,338
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #297 / 1,299
77.9%
Facility 77.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #533 / 1,202
Fresno Memory Care, LLCSuite
Atria Rocklin
AL
IL
MC
RC
Rocklin
105
Facility 105
CA AVG 103
Rank #583 / 1,350
Yes
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 56
Rank #927 / 1,411
A-16
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #756 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #547 / 1,299
68.6%
Facility 68.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #750 / 1,202
Arhc Carocca01 Trs LLC And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westmont of Riverside
AL
IL
MC
Riverside (Air Force Village West)
225
Facility 225
CA AVG 103
Rank #96 / 1,350
Yes
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,349 / 1,411
B+46
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,196 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #777 / 1,299
92.9%
Facility 92.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #191 / 1,202
Westmont Mgr, Gp Of Riverside Ops LP And Westmont LvngStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Diablo Lodge
AL
Danville
128
Facility 128
CA AVG 103
Rank #437 / 1,350
Yes
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,240 / 1,411
B+19
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #791 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #509 / 1,299
82.0%
Facility 82.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #453 / 1,202
Emeritus CorporationStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Redding (Forest Hills)
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 103
Rank #600 / 1,350
Yes
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,232 / 1,411
A-11
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #381 / 1,299
71.0%
Facility 71.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #697 / 1,202
Redding Assisted Living, LLC & Ridgeline ManagementStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria Walnut Creek
AL
IL
MC
RC
Walnut Creek
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 103
Rank #131 / 1,350
Yes
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,019 / 1,411
B+68
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,182 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #171 / 1,299
68.5%
Facility 68.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #756 / 1,202
Wg Montego Heights Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed
The Ivy at Blue Oaks
AL
MC
Roseville
157
Facility 157
CA AVG 103
Rank #268 / 1,350
Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 56
Rank #499 / 1,411
B+15
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #756 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,224 / 1,299
66.2%
Facility 66.2%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #858 / 1,202
Blue Oaks Property Tenant LLC And Oakmont Mgmt. GroupStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Mission Viejo
AL
MC
Mission Viejo
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #292 / 1,350
Yes
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 56
Rank #972 / 1,411
A-21
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #791 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,299
76.7%
Facility 76.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #567 / 1,202
Mission Viejo Subtenant And Oakmont Mgmt. Group, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
King‘s Care Assisted Living LLC
AL
Vista (Hannalei Hills)
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,005 / 1,350
Yes
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,225 / 1,411
A4
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,224 / 1,299
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #491 / 1,202
Vista Senior Living II LLCPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Overview of Aegis Living Shadowridge

Aegis Living Shadowridge is a trusted senior living home in the city that anticipates a family-like environment. The senior assisted living home provides the quality care many have been looking for, and the community’s professional staff welcomes you, regardless of your background, with compassion and respect. Families can trust that Aegis Living Shadowridge is the perfect home for their loved ones.

Aegis Living is resident-centered, ensuring that seniors can prioritize while balanced with the freedom to do as they please. Assisted living residents receive the feasibility to continue pursuing their personal interests and social engagement while being cared for by their care staff, who are available 24/7. The memory care center offers a separate care program for seniors with Alzheimer’s and Dementia, and residents of both programs receive the necessary and additional care they need.

Starting Price $3,900/Month

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Overview of Cedarbrook Memory Care Community

Cedarbrook, located in Fresno, CA, offers a tranquil and secure setting for memory care. The community provides exceptional care and assistance to residents dealing with Alzheimer’s and memory loss with the help of a dedicated on-site team and nurses, available to support residents 24/7. Security is paramount to the community that they make sure to equip each apartment with advanced security systems, including motion and window sensors and long pull cords so residents can easily alert caregivers to their exact location and notify the team.

Fostering an active and engaging lifestyle, Cedarbrook offers a plethora of amenities and diverse activities that aims to nurture resident’s holistic wellbeing. Residents are free to participate in a variety of arts & crafts classes and exercise classes and participate in dining experiences, special celebrations, and events. With exceptional care and a variety of programs and activities, Cedarbrook offers a vibrant and supportive environment, making it an excellent choice for seniors.

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Overview of Atria Rocklin

Situated in the warm community of Santa Fe Way, Rocklin, CA, Atria Rocklin is an idyllic senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With all-inclusive amenities, the community features cozy floor plans ranging from studio to one-bedroom, to two-bedroom townhomes. The community gives emphasis on its residents’ individuality and independence, delivering care and assistance tailored to their unique needs and preferences.

Atria Rocklin is a vibrant community that encourages its residents to remain active and engaged. Through the Life Guidance program, the community offers Alzheimer’s and dementia support groups and opportunities for educational, social, cultural, and fitness. Assisted living residents enjoy two chef-prepared healthy meals while independent living residents enjoy one chef-prepared meal daily in the private dining room or with friends. The pet-friendly community is equipped with a hot tub, an outdoor swimming pool, a courtyard, a library, a media room, a fitness center, a salon, a game room, computers, a resident garden, and peaceful walking paths.

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Overview of Westmont of Riverside

Westmont of Riverside offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Riverside, California. Independent living provides a private residence with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision. Having these care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

Residents can choose studios, residences with one bedroom, or residences with two bedrooms. The larger layouts may suit couples who move together. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet. An indoor heated pool and fitness center offer places to exercise, while restaurant style dining and a diverse menu provide meals in a restaurant style setting. On site therapy allows rehabilitation without arranging transportation to an outside location.

The community has 225 beds and is in the Air Force Village West neighborhood. Monya Henry serves as the administrator. Westmont of Riverside may be a good fit for someone who wants access to multiple care levels as support needs change.

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Overview of Brookdale Diablo Lodge

Brookdale Diablo Lodge, which is located at 950 Diablo Road in Danville, California, provides exceptional assisted living in a vibrant and engaging community. Geared for active seniors seeking a stress-free retirement, Brookdale Diablo Lodge provides personalized care and support while encouraging residents to pursue their passions and interests. The community features a range of amenities to enhance residents’ daily lives, including an emergency alert system, transportation services, and a library.

At Brookdale Diablo Lodge, residents receive personalized assistance with daily activities such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. The community’s compassionate care team is available 24/7 to respond to emergencies and provide support whenever needed. Residents can also enjoy a full calendar of activities and events, including fitness classes, art workshops, and outings to local attractions. Their meticulous approach to wellness, focusing on the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being of each resident, makes them a community where your loved one will thrive.

Starting Price $5,955/Month

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Overview of The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care

Set in the beautiful Heritagetown Drive, Redding, CA, The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care is a prominent senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. With a wide range of beautifully crafted and spacious accommodations, seniors optimize their comfort and security. The community doubles its efforts to deliver the best possible care that matches seniors’ needs and aspirations to experience a worry-free retirement.

The community fosters a bright and inviting environment, providing opportunities to create meaningful interactions and gain new knowledge along the way. Have an unforgettable dining experience with delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care is a wonderful community that strives to provide a safe place for seniors to thrive and live as they prefer during their golden years with its stunning amenities and accessible spaces.

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Overview of Atria Walnut Creek

Providing top-tier care and assistance, Atria Walnut Creek is an exceptional senior living community settling at Montego, Walnut Creek, CA, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Resident chooses floor plans including studio and one-bedroom that best suit their preferred lifestyle. The community ensures comfort and safety with 24-hour personalized care and assistance from a team of dedicated and well-trained professionals.

Atria Walnut Creek is a vibrant community that ensures residents remain socially connected and physically and mentally active. With its signature Life Guidance, the community encourages its residents to live a fulfilling and happy life. The community serves multicultural meals and various meal options to cater to its residents’ dietary needs and preferences at different dining venues. Amenities include a movie theater, a game room, a library, a fitness center, a salon and spa, a courtyard, a sunlit patio, and walking paths.

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The Ivy at Blue Oaks

275 Roseville Parkway, Roseville, CA 95678
Overview of The Ivy at Blue Oaks

With high ceilings and spacious grounds, The Ivy at Blue Oaks sits as an ideal senior living community in Roseville Parkway Roseville, CA providing assisted living, memory care, and retirement living. The community features a variety of cozy and elegant floor plans including private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites. Keeping seniors inspired and fulfilled, The Ivy at Blue Oaks provides social activities and educational programs.

The Ivy at Blue Oaks commits to delivering top-tier care and support around the clock for its residents’ comfort and safety. With the community’s restaurant-style dining, residents enjoy healthy and delicious meals. Amenities include a full-service bistro and lounge, a bar and lounge, a salon, an activity room, a fitness and wellness center, a movie theater, and serene courtyard and walking paths.

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Ivy Park at Mission Viejo

27783 Center Dr, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Overview of Ivy Park at Mission Viejo

Ivy Park at Mission Viejo offers assisted living and memory care services– delivered by the staff’s compassionate and kind approach. They ensure that every resident can live a purposeful life every day and feel at home through the exceptional service and care they provide. Ivy Park is considerably one of the most welcoming and inclusive senior living communities, which would be ideal for you or your loved one who seeks a home secured with safety.

The lifestyle at Ivy Park ensures that everyone stays active, which is why they have wellness programs that help enrich their body and spirit. Community services and amenities include concierge services, arts and crafts, social activities, a full-service hair salon, and indoor and outdoor common areas.

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Overview of King‘s Care Assisted Living

King’s Care Assisted Living LL boasts an elegant and professional atmosphere that ensures service is delivered with compassion and respect. Praised for its quality residential assisted living services, seniors immediately feel a sense of belonging and family-like treatment. The home-like atmosphere of the retirement home provides residents with the lifestyle they deserve.

As its name suggests, residents are treated like royalty by the premier accommodations offered, such as 24/7 nursing care, stimulating activities, housekeeping and laundry, transportation, medication management, ADLs, home-cooked meals.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in California at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $7,797The average monthly cost across facilities in California. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 56/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in California. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 103The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in California

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in California?

Assisted living in California supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in California?

Assisted living in California is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does California Medicaid cover assisted living?

California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including California) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 1430 assisted living facilities in California. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in California?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in California, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in California?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.