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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,435 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. 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.
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.
Blossom Garden Senior Home
AL
Hayward
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,029 / 1,349
No
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 56
Rank #696 / 1,410
D+6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #472 / 1,298
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #536 / 1,200
-Blossom Garden Senior Home, LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
San Francisco (Lower Pacific Heights)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
98
Facility 98
CA AVG 56
Rank #11 / 1,410
B+3
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,134 / 1,298
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #785 / 1,200
-Alara Health Services IncStudio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
St. Paul‘s Villa
AL
MC
RC
San Diego (Bankers Hill)
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 103
Rank #131 / 1,349
Yes
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 56
Rank #100 / 1,410
A16
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #669 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
-
56.0%
Facility 56.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,010 / 1,200
A+St. Paul's Episcopal Home, IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill
AL
MC
San Francisco (Cathedral Hill)
210
Facility 210
CA AVG 103
Rank #117 / 1,349
Yes
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 56
Rank #1 / 1,410
D+50
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,142 / 1,292
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,293 / 1,338
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #650 / 1,298
81.9%
Facility 81.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #455 / 1,200
-Coventry Subtenant LP And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise at Canyon Crest
AL
MC
Riverside (Canyon Crest)
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 103
Rank #702 / 1,349
Yes
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 56
Rank #980 / 1,410
A-13
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #709 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #171 / 1,298
26.1%
Facility 26.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,198 / 1,200
-Szr Riverside Assisted Lvg And Sunrise Senior Lvg MgtStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Studio Royale by Cogir
AL
IL
Culver City (Washington Culver)
175
Facility 175
CA AVG 103
Rank #196 / 1,349
Yes
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 56
Rank #70 / 1,410
C+58
46
Facility 46
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,242 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #472 / 1,298
50.3%
Facility 50.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,061 / 1,200
-Studio Royale, LLC And Cadence Sl Royale, LLCStudio
Ivy Park at Walnut Creek
AL
MC
Walnut Creek
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 103
Rank #712 / 1,349
Yes
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 56
Rank #878 / 1,410
A-11
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,134 / 1,298
83.7%
Facility 83.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #328 / 1,200
-Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
A Place Called Home – Calimyrna
AL
MC
Clovis
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
Yes
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,396 / 1,410
B-6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #543 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
A+David Murchison-
Whispering Winds of Apple Valley
AL
MC
RC
Apple Valley
116
Facility 116
CA AVG 103
Rank #523 / 1,349
Yes
52
Facility 52
CA AVG 56
Rank #847 / 1,410
A-14
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #669 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #699 / 1,298
83.6%
Facility 83.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #331 / 1,200
-Welltower Pegasus Tenant LLC And Psl Associates LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Glen Park at Glendale – Mariposa
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Glendale (Adams Hill)
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #484 / 1,349
Yes
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 56
Rank #89 / 1,410
B+72
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,271 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #472 / 1,298
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #607 / 1,200
-Glen Park At Glendale - Mariposa StStudio / 1 Bed

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La Vida Real

11588 Via Rancho San Diego, El Cajon, CA 92019
Overview of La Vida Real

Experience the beauty of a Spanish village with La Vida Real located in Rancho, San Diego, CA. An astounding senior living community that provides a spectrum of living options including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Integrated Health Care, and The Club. With a spacious and ethereal setting, La Vida Real offers various accommodations such as studio to two-bedroom deluxe for independent living residents, and studio to one-bedroom apartments for residents in assisted living. 

Integrating the community’s very own Zest wellness program that combines the mind, the body, and the spiritual, La Vida Real ensures the wellness of the seniors. The community also fosters meaningful and powerful connections among its residents to further ignite their passion. Here, top-notch meals are served to satisfy the cravings and dietary needs of the seniors. Amenities include spa and beauty services, live music, an onsite cinema, an art studio, and many more entertainment and enrichment-related activities.

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Overview of Jasmin Terrace at El Molino

Operated by V & E Management, LLC, Jasmin Terrace at El Molino is an assisted living and memory care community in the Pasadena Playhouse District of Pasadena, California. Virginia Garcia serves as the administrator.

The community is less than 1 mile from downtown Pasadena and about 5 miles from Garfield Medical Center. Hospital care is within easy reach if residents need it. The two-story community has 206 beds in private and semi-private rooms and has been serving residents for 17 years.

The community specializes in caring for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. It also provides assisted living services. Residents receive help with activities of daily living, 24-hour supervision and security, medication management, and transportation to medical appointments.

Meals are prepared to meet individual dietary needs and restrictions, and housekeeping and laundry services are included. Residents can also participate in fitness and recreation programs. Pets are welcome here.

The area has a Walk Score of 90, which is very walkable. Most everyday errands can be completed on foot. The community currently has an occupancy rate of about 70%, which may provide more room availability than communities with higher occupancy.

State inspections have focused on resident supervision, resident safety, staffing levels, and follow-through on care plans. Inspection records show improvement in these areas over time. Families touring Jasmin Terrace at El Molino may ask about staffing and supervision practices, especially when choosing memory care for a loved one.

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Overview of WellQuest of Menifee Lakes

WellQuest of Menifee Lakes provides luxurious senior living for its assisted living with memory care and independent living housing options. The elegant retirement home creates a lifestyle that aims to provide an enjoyable lifestyle that cultivates individuality and growth. In a community focused on a continuum of care, the senior living experience of its residents is enhanced through its innovative and technologically advanced person-centered approach.

WellQuest aims to modernize senior living by focusing on the convenience and comfort of senior wellness by designing a lifestyle that caters to their needs.  Luxury accommodations include personalized care plans, scheduled housekeeping, specialized memory care activities, and ADLs.

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Overview of Brookdale Scotts Valley

Overlooking the rolling terrain of Scotts Valley, California, Brookdale Scotts Valley is a distinguished senior living community offering assisted living. Featuring spacious accommodations ranging from a studio to one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, residents are guaranteed a safe and comfortable space they can personalize with their own decorations. Brookdale Scotts Valley provides 24/7 assistance with their compassionate and qualified team members who maintain a warm and friendly connection with the residents to ensure they feel safe, happy, and comfortable.

The well-being, security, and comfort of their residents are vital to Brookdale Scotts Valley, and to maintain this, the community provides quality services such as cooking, cleaning, home maintenance, and personal care assistance. Residents also enjoy access to a fitness center, a library, a therapy room, a general store, beautiful common areas, and entertaining activities that also serve as an avenue for building connections.

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A Family of Care

1945 St Martins Pl, Brentwood, CA 94513
Overview of A Family of Care

A Family of Care is a dedicated residential care community that has three welcoming locations across Brentwood, CA, offering a wide range of care options. The community goes above and beyond to provide older adults with a family-like atmosphere where they are well-cared for. Memory care, hospice care, and assistance with daily living activities are provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Here, residents’ holistic wellness is prioritized with services that enrich them physically, socially, and emotionally.

Residents can freely interact with peers and live actively with plenty of recreational activities and wellness programs. Cozy communal areas and spacious living spaces are also provided for residents’ comfort. With serene parks and local amenities located near each home in Brentwood, the community ensures convenient access to leisure and necessities. This residential care community is one of the top choices for retirement in California, as reflected with its high standards of care.

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Overview of Sterling Commons

Discover a purpose-filled living experience at Sterling Commons, a remarkable senior living community in Victorville, CA, that offers a safe and secure environment for memory care. Here, residents dealing with the challenges of Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss are given the right amount of care and assistance with the help of 24/7 on-site nurses and a compassionate team. Residents stay in secured and comfortably designed apartments that are built with advanced safety features, including motion sensors, window sensors, and lengthy pull cords.

Helping residents experience moments of leisure and connection, the community offers an array of well-curated activities and amenities, designed based on residents’ interests and needs. Residents’ creativity are nurtured with arts & crafts classes, while bible studies, and spiritual services help provide an opportunity to deepen faith. Dining moments are to look forward to with fresh, delicious meals that can be enjoyed with families and friends.

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Overview of Palm View Pleasant Living – Redlands

Palm View Pleasant Living – Redlands is an excellent community in Redlands, CA where comfort meets luxury. Their bright and spacious living environment is designed to foster safety, comfort, and vibrant connections with the comfort and convenience of weekly housekeeping services and 24/7 emergency monitoring. With round-the-clock care, supervision, and assistance with daily living activities, residents can go on and about their days without hassles and worries.

Their team also provides dignified personal care assistance to make sure residents are always looking fresh and feeling good about themselves. The community also provides an abundance of fun and engaging activities to keep the residents active and entertained. With home-cooked, healthy meals, residents are guaranteed to maintain proper nutrition and energy throughout the day. Here, you bask in California’s sunshine all year round while receiving all the comfort and care you need amidst a vibrant and nurturing setting.

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Oakmont of Huntington Beach

18922 Delaware St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Overview of Oakmont of Huntington Beach

Located in warm and welcoming Huntington Beach, California, Oakmont of Huntington Beach offers a luxurious assisted living home for seniors in need of some additional assistance with everyday living. The golden years are meant to be restful and relaxing; worry no more about daily chores like housekeeping, laundry, and even cooking, as well as medical management thanks to Oakmont’s friendly and professional staff.

Residents at this assisted living community find privacy and comfort in elegantly designed, spacious living arrangements, can savor a fine dining experience from their new home, and engage in exciting activities that nurture the mind, body, and socialization. Live a luxurious, coastal retirement lifestyle that lets you find purpose, growth, and joy, at Oakmont.

 

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Oakmont of Redding

2150 Bechelli Ln, Redding, CA 96002
Overview of Oakmont of Redding

Oakmont’s luxury assisted living and memory care community in Redding is dedicated to providing compassionate care and comprehensive support to individuals with unique needs. The community creates a warm and inviting environment that promotes well-being and enhances quality of life, thanks to its specially trained staff and thoughtfully designed amenities. Oakmont of Redding prioritizes the comfort, dignity, and happiness of its residents, ensuring they receive the highest level of care and attention. Residents can discover a place where cherished memories are made and cherished, surrounded by a community that feels like family.

Oakmont of Redding is a community that embraces the ideal retirement lifestyle. This world-class community offers industry-renowned dining and a wealth of on-site amenities. Residents can discover the joy of belonging to a vibrant community where each day brings new experiences to cherish, surrounded by a supportive and caring environment that caters to their unique needs and preferences.

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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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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 1435 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.