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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. 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Savant of Jurupa Valley
AL
MC
Riverside (Pedley)
197
Facility 197
CA AVG 103
Rank #151 / 1,350
No
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 56
Rank #671 / 1,411
B+110
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,283 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #964 / 1,299
72.1%
Facility 72.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #672 / 1,202
-Villa De Anza Holdings, LLCPrivate / Shared Apartments
Manzanita Village Senior Living
AL
MC
Moreno Valley
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #292 / 1,350
No
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 56
Rank #981 / 1,411
A-37
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,014 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,299
81.3%
Facility 81.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #466 / 1,202
-Moreno Valley Sl, I, LP And Mosaic Ca LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite
Atria Willow Glen
AL
IL
MC
RC
San Jose (Dry Creek)
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 103
Rank #842 / 1,350
Yes
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,090 / 1,411
A-20
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #756 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #171 / 1,299
69.8%
Facility 69.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #734 / 1,202
-Wg Willow Glen Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Pines, A Merrill Gardens Community
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
Rocklin (Whitney Ranch)
142
Facility 142
CA AVG 103
Rank #353 / 1,350
Yes
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,361 / 1,411
A-28
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #890 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,299
84.5%
Facility 84.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #310 / 1,202
-Mg Rocklin Mgmt Ca, LLC And Cogir Sl Pines, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Moraga Royale
AL
MC
RC
Moraga
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #484 / 1,350
No
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,240 / 1,411
B+5
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #235 / 1,299
67.5%
Facility 67.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #775 / 1,202
-Berg Senior Services, LLC-
A & D Residential Care
AL
RESC
Antioch (Cross Pointe)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
Yes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 56
Rank #571 / 1,411
A+5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #328 / 1,299
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,064 / 1,202
-Cuenco Care Homes, Inc-
Montclair Villa
AL
HOS
MC
Rocklin
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
No
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,111 / 1,411
A-7
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #199 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #615 / 1,299
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,202
-Montclair Villa, Inc-
Katella Senior Living Community
AL
MC
RC
-
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 103
Rank #359 / 1,350
Yes
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 56
Rank #343 / 1,411
A+11
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 13
Rank #13 / 1,299
--Ktla Properties-
Cogir of Sonoma
AL
IL
Sonoma
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 103
Rank #732 / 1,350
Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 56
Rank #397 / 1,411
B-12
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #701 / 1,299
34.1%
Facility 34.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,176 / 1,202
A+Welltower Cogir Tenant And Cogir Management Usa1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Reserve at Thousand Oaks
AL
RC
Thousand Oaks
170
Facility 170
CA AVG 103
Rank #216 / 1,350
Yes
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,067 / 1,411
C+21
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #890 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,299
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #491 / 1,202
A+Msl Community Management LLC/The Reserve Msl LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other CA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 1,430 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Savant of Jurupa Valley

Peacefully nestled in the harmonious neighborhood of El Palomino Drive, Riverside, CA, Savant of Jurupa Valley is a distinct community that offers assisted living. With its dedication to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides top-notch care and assistance, alongside cozy and purposely designed accommodations to meet their special needs. Here, residents are guaranteed a maintenance-free lifestyle with a compassionate and highly trained team handling their day-to-day activities.

A well-thought-out calendar of fun activities and enriching programs is also conducted for residents to live actively and remain socially engaged. Accommodating residents’ dietary restrictions, delightful and healthy meals are served for the finest dining experience. Amenities include a library, a fitness center, a movie theater, serene walking paths, and gardening spaces, perfect for recreation and socialization.

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Overview of Manzanita Village Senior Living

Enjoy an extraordinary living experience in Manzanita Village Senior Living, a blissful community in Moreno Valley, CA dedicated to assisted living and memory care. Here, residents are guaranteed to receive 24/7 care and assistance with their daily living activities for a comfortable lifestyle. Those living with memory challenges thrive with person-centered memory care that aims to foster independence based on residents’ unique level of skills.

They further improve residents’ living experience by offering housekeeping, linen, and transportation services. With an array of exciting life enrichment programs, residents enjoy an active lifestyle while nurturing their overall well-being. At Manzanita Village Senior Living, they strive to create a warm and inviting atmosphere that fosters an active and fulfilling lifestyle for everyone.

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Overview of Atria Willow Glen

Nestled in the heart of San Jose, California, Atria Willow Glen stands as the pinnacle of excellence. Offering a wide range of living options, including memory care apartments, assisted living apartments, and independent living floor plans, Atria Willow Glen caters to the unique needs and preferences of each resident.
Take a dip in the heated pools, enjoy a trip to the on-site barbershop, or unwind in the center media room.

Life at Atria Willow Glen is nothing short of amazing. With a calendar full of engaging activities, residents have endless opportunities to socialize, learn, and explore their passions. Delight in the culinary experience, as fresh seasonal ingredients are thoughtfully prepared to create delightful meals each day. The comprehensive emergency response plans ensure that the facility is meticulously maintained and provides a safe environment for all residents.

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Overview of The Pines, a Merrill Gardens Community

Situated in the scenic lands of West Ranch View Drive, Rocklin, CA, The Pines, a Merrill Gardens Community is an outstanding senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Maximize comfort and safety with the carefully designed and spacious studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences of The Pines, a Merrill Gardens Community. With a kind and dedicated team lending extra hands 24/7, the community ensures seniors’ unique needs and aspirations are well-cared for.

Create meaningful interactions with friends and hone your skills through fun activities for an enhanced quality of life. Have the finest dining experience with well-balanced meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. The Pines, a Merrill Gardens Community strives to provide a haven for seniors who want to have the freedom to live as they prefer.

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Overview of Moraga Royale

Moraga Royale offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Moraga, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management while a resident retains a personal living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The combination of assisted living and memory care may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

Moraga Royale has 120 beds. Residents can use salon and spa services and rehabilitation services, while transportation is available for medical appointments, shopping, and planned outings. Daily fitness, wellness, and social programs, along with weekly professional or community entertainment, give residents scheduled activities to attend.

Chef-prepared meals and snacks are served daily as part of the community’s dining service. Faileloto T Rickman is the administrator, and Berg Senior Services operates Moraga Royale.

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Overview of A & D Residential Care

A & D Residential care is one of Antioch’s care homes for the elderly. They provide assisted living services to their residents, within the comfort of a home-like environment. Part of the services they provide include medication management, assistance with daily living activities, as well as 24 hr supervision and security.

The residents of A & D enjoy the regular home-cooked meals that are prepared with consideration to their dietary needs and restrictions. Furthermore, the residents also enjoy the regular programs the staff prepares, promoting physical and mental health. Lastly, the residents need not to worry about the usual energy consuming chores, as the staff already takes care of laundry and housekeeping.

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Overview of Montclair Villa

Montclair Villa is a family-owned and operated care home in Rocklin, CA, that offers assisted living, memory care, hospice, and palliative care. The community ensures older adults are comfortable and safe with its warm and home-like environment. With 24-hour support, three home-cooked meals, and daily housekeeping, residents have a maintenance-free lifestyle. Here, residents receive the utmost attention and care through personalized care dedicated to their needs and preferences.

Light exercises, social events, and various games provide residents with more opportunities to try new things and gain fun experiences. Mobility assistance and transportation arrangements are also available to ensure residents can move around and travel without hassles. With its ideal location in the quiet residential area of Rocklin, residents have a laid-back lifestyle. This care home strives to help older adults make the most of their best years, making it a trusted choice for senior living in California.

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Overview of Katella Senior Living Community

Katella Senior Living Community offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Los Alamitos, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time or a family seeking temporary support. The community has 140 beds and flexible month-to-month leases, so a resident can arrange care without committing to a long-term lease. Small dogs and cats are allowed, which may let a resident continue living with a companion animal.

An outdoor courtyard gives residents access to outdoor space. Off-site transportation within a 15-mile radius supports trips beyond the community. Diabetic, vegan, soft, and puréed meals are available for documented dietary needs and texture requirements. A Walk Score of 77 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently. Christine Greenway serves as administrator, and Ktla Properties operates the community.

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Overview of Cogir of Sonoma

Located in the harmonious neighborhood of Oregon Street, Sonoma, CA, Cogir of Sonoma is a blissful senior living community, that provides assisted living and independent living. Live in comfort and luxury with sophisticated and well-designed floor plans including one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. The community strives to deliver the highest quality of care and assistance for seniors to enjoy a worry-free retirement within its beautiful grounds.

Engaging activities and fun learning opportunities are conducted to encourage seniors to remain active and happy. From its well-made hallways and amenities, the community ensures the finest experience for residents. Delight in healthy and tasty meals catering to seniors’ dietary needs and preferences. With its ethereal grounds and wonderful amenities, Cogir of Sonoma strives to be a safe place for seniors to spend their golden years in style.

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The Reserve at Thousand Oaks

3575 N Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Overview of The Reserve at Thousand Oaks

A luxury assisted living place, The Reserve at Thousand Oaks stands as one of the best retirement communities in the area. The community prides itself on achieving a safe and secure community for residents to do as they please with assistance with daily living. Residents from different living options receive personalized care that allows them to obtain the necessary care while promoting an active lifestyle. The Reserve does not only encourage residents to feel relaxed and at ease but also to practice a lifestyle that is healthy for their well-being.

As an MBK Senior Living home, the retirement home prioritizes the holistic wellness of its residents. A list of enriching and engaging activities for residents includes gardening, exercise programs, watching at the in-house movie theater, and many more. As for their premier services, residents do not have to worry about housekeeping, laundry, transportation, and respite stays– all of these are offered by management to ensure that they live comfortably and hassle-free.

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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.