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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. CH (Care Homes): Small licensed residential settings with personal care and supervision in a home-like environment. 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.
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.
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.
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.
Oakmont of Roseville
AL
MC
Roseville
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #484 / 1,350
B-Yes
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,009 / 1,411
16
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,299
63.3%
Facility 63.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #907 / 1,202
A+Oakmont Sr. Lvng Of Roseville And Oakmont Mgmt GroupStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Villas at San Bernardino
AL
MC
San Bernardino (Shandin Hills)
144
Facility 144
CA AVG 103
Rank #344 / 1,350
B-Yes
46
Facility 46
CA AVG 56
Rank #947 / 1,411
13
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #669 / 1,292
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,024 / 1,338
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #381 / 1,299
63.9%
Facility 63.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #893 / 1,202
A+Villas At San Bernardino, LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Cogir of Stock Ranch
AL
IL
Citrus Heights
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #625 / 1,350
BYes
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 56
Rank #485 / 1,411
32
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,093 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #701 / 1,299
63.6%
Facility 63.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #898 / 1,202
A-Welltower Cogir Tenant LLC And Cogir Mgt Usa IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Watermark at Beverly Hills
AL
MC
Beverly Hills
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 103
Rank #776 / 1,350
B-Yes
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 56
Rank #43 / 1,411
11
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,299
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #641 / 1,202
-Watermark Beverly Hills LLC And Oakmont Mgt Grp LLCStudio / 1 Bed
A Place Called Home – Quail Lake
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
Clovis
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
B-Yes
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,349 / 1,411
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #615 / 1,299
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,202
-Emosewa IncPrivate Rooms
Epic Assistance Care Home II
AL
CH
Laguna Niguel
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
B+No
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,038 / 1,411
5
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #199 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,299
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,202
-Epic Assistance Care Home IncPrivate Rooms
Alexandria Victoria
AL
HOS
MC
Santa Cruz (Banana Belt)
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,016 / 1,350
B+No
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 56
Rank #197 / 1,411
9
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #588 / 1,299
61.5%
Facility 61.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #938 / 1,202
-Ofelia Jony, IncPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
The Courtyard at Little Chico Creek
AL
HOS
RESC
Chico
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 103
Rank #886 / 1,350
B-Yes
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 56
Rank #898 / 1,411
16
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #669 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #171 / 1,299
85.7%
Facility 85.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #284 / 1,202
-Courtyard At Little Chico Creek/Hignell & HignellStudio / 1 Bed
Bellerose Senior Living
AL
MC
RESC
RC
San Jose (Bascom - Forest)
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 103
Rank #991 / 1,350
B-No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 56
Rank #288 / 1,411
8
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #199 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,299
80.8%
Facility 80.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #478 / 1,202
-Triada Care Communites LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Brookdale Garden Grove
AL
MC
Garden Grove
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 103
Rank #359 / 1,350
B-Yes
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 56
Rank #621 / 1,411
35
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,049 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #120 / 1,299
84.3%
Facility 84.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #314 / 1,202
-Summerville At Cobbco Inc And Emeritus CorporationStudio / 1 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 1,600 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Oakmont of Roseville

1101 Secret Ravine Pkwy, Roseville, CA 95661
Overview of Oakmont of Roseville

Oakmont of Roseville provides assisted living and memory care in Roseville, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident lives in an apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, so it may suit a resident living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.

Both care levels are available on one campus. A resident whose needs grow over time may be able to remain in the community rather than move elsewhere. Oakmont of Roseville has 120 beds, with studios, suites, one bedroom units, and two bedroom units. A studio provides one private living space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to keep a pet while living at the community. The community has a car dependent Walk Score of 41, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. Caregiver Support is among the community’s specific programs, giving families a resource related to a resident’s care. Angelique Doyle serves as administrator, and Oakmont Sr Lvng Of Roseville and Oakmont Mgmt Group operates the community.

Contact Oakmont of Roseville

Overview of Villas at San Bernardino

Located in San Bernardino, CA, is Villas at San Bernardino, an upscale senior living community designed for seniors needing assisted living and memory care services. Their memory care facility is dedicated in providing top quality care to its residents; from their well appointed studio and one bedroom accommodations that feature emergency call systems, to their 24 hour staff availability. Residents of the Villas at San Bernardino are provided assistance with daily living activities, and specialized programs for Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

Additionally, they offer a rich array of amenities aimed at residents’ social and physical needs, including all day restaurant dining, pharmacy services, pet therapy, yoga, weekly live entertainment, and weekly lunch outings. They also provide regular housekeeping and laundry services to ensure cleanliness and keep the facility sanitized.

Contact Villas at San Bernardino

Cogir of Stock Ranch

7418 Stock Ranch Rd, Citrus Heights, CA 95621
Overview of Cogir of Stock Ranch

Opened in 2019, Cogir of Stock Ranch offers assisted living and independent living in Citrus Heights, California. The community supports private living while supporting residents with daily tasks. Housekeeping services are also available for residents’ convenience.

The community has 99 beds, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, accommodating residents who prefer to live by themselves or share with someone. Pets are also allowed, so residents can bring animal companions.

Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 70 places the area in the very walkable band, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Ricky David Jr. serves as administrator, and Welltower Cogir Tenant and Cogir Mgt USA operate the community.

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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 A Place Called Home – Quail Lake

A Place Called Home, Quail Lake provides assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and residential care in Clovis, CA. Assisted living helps with daily tasks while a resident lives in a private room, memory care provides supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, hospice care addresses end-of-life needs, and residential care provides ongoing support in a residential setting.

Several care types are available in one community, so A Place Called Home, Quail Lake may be a good fit for a resident whose needs change over time and who may be able to remain in the community as care needs grow. The community’s six beds make it a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Private rooms give each resident a single personal living space. The community opened in 2012 and is administered by Colin Murchison; Emosewa operates A Place Called Home, Quail Lake.

Programs include Dementia and Memory Care, Alzheimer’s Assisted Living, and Parkinson’s Care, giving residents with those conditions care programming geared to their needs. Rehabilitation services are also available, and a pool gives residents an on-site place for pool use.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet in the community. A Place Called Home, Quail Lake also offers 5-Diamond Dining.

Contact A Place Called Home – Quail Lake

Overview of Epic Assistance Care Home II

Epic Assistance Care Home II is a six bed care home in Laguna Niguel, California. Residents live in a home based setting where care is part of daily life, and the small size may suit someone who prefers a more intimate community. All six beds are occupied, so there is no current opening.

Each resident has a private room rather than shared sleeping space. A Walk Score of 38 places the area in a car dependent category, meaning residents who no longer drive will generally need a car or a ride for most errands. Liza Mesdjian serves as administrator, and Epic Assistance Care Home operates the community.

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Overview of Alexandria Victoria

Alexandria Victoria is an assisted living community in Santa Cruz, California that offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere for its residents, with a charming location that captures the essence of coastal living. They provide assistance with daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Seniors settling into this assisted living home for the golden years can also enjoy a variety of amenities, including a spacious common area for socializing, a beauty salon/barber shop, and scheduled transportation for errands and appointments. Alexandria Victoria strives to create a sense of community and belonging for its residents through social and recreational activities, including outings to explore the nearby beaches and pier.

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Overview of The Courtyard at Little Chico Creek

Located in Chico, California, Courtyard at Little Chico Creek sets a high standard for senior living, prioritizing safety and offering an environment ideal for various levels of care, including assisted living. With 24-hour staff availability and a protective atmosphere, residents can enjoy beautifully landscaped grounds, perfect for leisurely strolls. The facility features state-of-the-art studio and one-bedroom apartments designed to meet seniors’ diverse needs, each equipped with a private bath and kitchenette. The home boasts a total of 41 apartments, ensuring a comfortable and accommodating senior living experience.

In addition to their commitment to senior care, Courtyard at Little Chico Creek provides amenities such as a beauty parlor, whirlpool bath, and an activity and recreation center. These features, combined with their focus on safety and varied care options, make Courtyard at Little Chico Creek an ideal choice among assisted living facilities, creating a supportive environment for assisted senior living.

Price range $5,558 - $6,127/Month

Contact The Courtyard at Little Chico Creek

Overview of Bellerose Senior Living

Bellerose Senior Living offers assisted living, memory care, residential care, and respite care in San Jose, CA. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision. Respite care gives a family a short term option when their usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

With 26 beds, Bellerose is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. Private and semi private rooms offer either a room to oneself or shared accommodation. The combination of memory care and a smaller setting may suit someone living with dementia who needs a secured, supervised environment.

Residents can use rehabilitation services, receive help managing transportation, and attend religious services. Lori Corral serves as the administrator, and Triada Care Communites operates the community. An 80 out of 100 Walk Score places the area in the very walkable range, where most errands can be completed on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently.

Contact Bellerose Senior Living

Overview of Brookdale Garden Grove

If you’re seeking a vibrant lifestyle with a perfect balance of independence and support, Brookdale Garden Grove in Garden Grove, California, could be the right senior living community for you. Brookdale Garden Grove offers assisted living and memory care in well-designed studios and one-bedroom apartments. The community’s compassionate caregivers provide assistance with daily living for assisted living residents while their memory care neighborhood receives a person-centered memory care program provided by a highly skilled and nurturing team of professionals.

At Brookdale Garden Grove, residents find the care to fit their needs in one community. In addition to round-the-clock assistance, maintenance services, and housekeeping, residents enjoy deliciously prepared meals and participate in diverse activities such as fitness classes, shopping trips, and game nights. The community also provides various amenities for residents’ leisure and wellness, including a well-stocked library, a general store, a game room, beautiful outdoor areas, and wifi access for entertainment and long-distance communication with families and friends.

$3,210/Month

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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 1600 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.