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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.
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.
Brookdale Mirage Inn
AL
MC
Rancho Mirage
145
Facility 145
CA AVG 103
Rank #332 / 1,350
Yes
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 56
Rank #804 / 1,411
A+12
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #297 / 1,299
76.6%
Facility 76.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #573 / 1,202
-Blc Mirage Inn LPStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach
AL
IL
MC
Huntington Beach
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #292 / 1,350
Yes
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 56
Rank #376 / 1,411
A+11
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #669 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 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
-Shi-III Mg Gp Of Shi-III Huntington Bch And Merrill GStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria San Juan
AL
IL
MC
San Juan Capistrano
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 103
Rank #359 / 1,350
Yes
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,067 / 1,411
A+11
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #96 / 1,299
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #607 / 1,202
-Wg Chateau San Juan Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Belmont Village Senior Living San Jose
AL
MC
RC
San Jose (West Valley)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #292 / 1,350
Yes
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 56
Rank #129 / 1,411
A+24
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #859 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #194 / 1,299
70.7%
Facility 70.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #704 / 1,202
-Belmont Village San Jose Tnnt & LP And Belmont ThreeStudio / 1 Bed
The Galleria View Villa
AL
RESC
RC
Riverside (Arlanza)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
No
46
Facility 46
CA AVG 56
Rank #947 / 1,411
B+5
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #199 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #88 / 1,299
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,202
A+Andrei & Daniela MicleaPrivate Rooms
Wesley Palms Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
San Diego (Pacific Beach)
511
Facility 511
CA AVG 103
Rank #18 / 1,350
Yes
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,240 / 1,411
B+17
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #88 / 1,299
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #880 / 1,202
A+Front Porch Communities And ServicesStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Happy Journey Care Home
AL
Fair Oaks (Casa Bella Park)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
No
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 56
Rank #589 / 1,411
A-5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #777 / 1,299
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,202
A+Happy Journey Care Home LLCPrivate / Shared Rooms
Brookdale Murrieta
AL
Murrieta (California Oaks)
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 103
Rank #732 / 1,350
Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 56
Rank #397 / 1,411
B+13
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #756 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #355 / 1,299
76.8%
Facility 76.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #564 / 1,202
A+Blc Chancellor-Murrieta Lh LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Westmont of Culver City
AL
IL
MC
Culver City (Clarkdale)
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 103
Rank #244 / 1,350
Yes
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 56
Rank #101 / 1,411
A-8
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,135 / 1,299
90.6%
Facility 90.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #215 / 1,202
-Westmont Liv Inc, Wm Culver City Mgr, And Gp Culver CityStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Meadowlark Gardens II
AL
HOS
RC
Huntington Beach
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
No
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 56
Rank #537 / 1,411
A+4
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 #297 / 1,299
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,202
-Meadowlark Gardens, IncPrivate / 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 1,430 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Brookdale Mirage Inn

72750 Country Club Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Overview of Brookdale Mirage Inn

Enhancing seniors’ quality of life, Brookdale Mirage Inn situated in Country Club Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA is a trusted senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. The community features a wide range of purposely made floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Brookdale Mirage Inn values the choices and freedom of its residents, providing them with round-the-clock care and assistance tailored to their specific needs and preferences. Brookdale Mirage Inn empowers its residents and orchestrates fun learning activities and programs to keep them engaged.

Memory care residents receive hands-on support with the community’s evidence-based Clare Bridge Training that strives to meet all their needs from activities to dining. Scheduled meal times are provided for memory care residents to foster familiarity alongside delectable, nutritious meals. The community is equipped with wondrous amenities including a fitness center, a beauty and barbershop, a therapy room, a game room, a theater, a sports bar, business centers, a clinic, an outdoor pool, a library, a coffee shop, a porch, a chapel, an arts and crafts studio, billiards, a putting green, meeting rooms, a piano, serene walking paths, and aesthetically landscaped grounds for its residents’ enjoyment and wellness.

$4,600/Month

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach

Nestled in the sunny beach town of Huntington Beach, CA, Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach offers a welcoming atmosphere for seniors seeking independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents can enjoy the classic beachy design, beautifully landscaped courtyards with BBQ areas, and spacious apartments equipped with modern amenities like washers and dryers. The community is conveniently located near shopping, dining, and outdoor activities, making it easy for seniors to embrace the vibrant Huntington Beach lifestyle.

Merrill Gardens provides a comfortable and supportive environment with a range of amenities and programs, including anytime dining, wellness programs, and scheduled transportation services. Residents can relax in inviting common areas, enjoy a movie in the theater, or unwind in the salon. With a focus on community engagement and individual care, Merrill Gardens ensures a fulfilling experience for all its residents.

Starting Price $5,450/Month

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Atria San Juan

32353 San Juan Creek Rd, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Overview of Atria San Juan

Atria Park of San Juan offers one of the finest assisted living and memory care living communities, prioritizing its inclusive amenities for the welfare of its residents. Their commitment to ensuring that an individual can feel independent while being engaged is one of their utmost priorities for a balanced lifestyle; they ensure that their residents are healthy and active. Atria San Juan has provided a diverse and inclusive environment.

The premier retirement community has boasted an elevated lifestyle through its services for seniors. Their all-inclusive amenities include daily delicious and nutritious meals by a chef, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, daily fitness activities with their finest gym equipment, private apartments with an emergency call system, 24-hour resident nurse and podiatrist present, and a primary care physician who visits weekly.

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living San Jose

Home to decades of experience in providing exceptional senior care, Belmont Village Senior Living San Jose is a classic senior living community in San Jose, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. Choose from studios and 1-bedroom residence plans and enjoy access to various services and elegantly designed amenities. Resident’s are guaranteed round the clock support and assistance with a licensed nurse and well-trained team members available on-site 24/7.

At Belmont Village Senior Living San Jose, there’s no scarcity of fun things to do with their wide array of social and recreational activities and events. Residents receive the right level of care with professionally managed fitness center featuring on-site therapy services and an array of
enriching programs. Chef-prepared meals, salon services for men and women, and refreshments at the bistro are some of the amenities within the community that provides opportunities for social interaction and relaxation.

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Overview of The Galleria View Villa

Conveniently located near hospitals and healthcare providers in Riverside, CA, The Galleria View Villa is an astounding community that offers assisted living. With top-notch care and assistance 24/7 from a compassionate and highly trained team, residents are guaranteed to live their golden years without worries. Housekeeping, laundry, and linen services are provided for residents to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle.

Prioritizing residents’ preferences, the community conducts fun activities and engaging programs tailored to their interests and wellness. Here, residents enjoy healthy and delicious home-cooked meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, respite care, incontinence care, and transportation services are also available for residents’ comfort and convenience. Spend your golden years without worries surrounded by the community’s dedicated care and specially designed amenities.

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Overview of Wesley Palms Retirement Community

Front Porch Communities and Services operates Wesley Palms Retirement Community, a 511-bed senior living property located on Loring Street in San Diego, California. Justin Weber serves as the administrator for the complex, which has been in business for 31 years and currently maintains a 65 percent occupancy rate. The single-story layout ensures that residents can walk between their studio, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom units and the common dining spaces without climbing stairs.

The everyday schedule combines standard housing, prepared meals, and personal care assistance. State regulatory oversight includes a recent inspection in February 2026 to monitor ongoing operational standards. The area carries a walkability score of 19 out of 100, indicating a car-dependent location where staff, residents, and visitors will need a vehicle for standard shopping and medical errands.

Interested individuals looking into regional senior housing can call the main office to check on current room vacancies. Planning an on-site walkthrough is an effective way to inspect the single-level campus, meet the management team, and review the monthly care fees.

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Happy Journey Care Home

4728 Johnson Dr, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Overview of Happy Journey Care Home

Experience the highest standards of care in Happy Journey Care Home Services – Fair Oaks, a lovely community in Fair Oaks, CA, that offers excellent assisted living services. Their well-trained care team is available 24/7 to exceed residents’ expectations and provide them thorough assistance with their daily routines. By offering residents support with their personal care, medication management, mobility, and housekeeping, the community fosters a comfortable and carefree retirement experience.

Residents also enjoy countless opportunities for fun and leisure with an array of activities and entertainment options tailored to their interests and skills. The community also makes sure residents have the energy to stay active by serving them three balanced meals and replenishing snacks daily. At Happy Journey Care Home Services – Fair Oaks, they ensure residents receive all the support they need to make their dream retirement happen.

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Overview of Brookdale Murrieta

Live comfortably and safely with Brookdale Murrieta, an exceptional senior living community located on Jackson Avenue, Murrieta, CA, offering assisted living. With cozy and spacious floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments, the community ensures relaxation and security. Prioritizing seniors’ independence and individuality, Brookdale Murietta ensures they receive proper care and assistance that best matches their unique needs and preferences.

Brookdale Murrieta strives to enhance its residents’ quality of life, encouraging them to keep doing their interests and interacting with their peers. The community serves chef-prepared healthy and delicious meals to cater to its residents’ dietary needs. With wonderful amenities including a courtyard and garden, a library, a game room, a fireside living room, a whirlpool, a greenhouse, a beauty and barbershop, business centers, a piano, beautifully manicured grounds, and serene walking paths, the community ensures the leisure and wellness of its residents.

Starting Price $4,110/Month

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Overview of Westmont of Culver City

Nestled in the neighborhood of Culver City, CA, Westmont of Culver City is a warm and welcoming senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. Residents are offered their preferred accommodations with convenient features like full kitchens, emergency response systems, and housekeeping services for their comfort and convenience. Ensuring residents are well-cared for, the community provides the right amount of care and support without interfering with their independence.

Residents enjoy an array of amenities, including a bistro, fitness center, and theater, while a wide array of activities are organized to keep them active and entertained. The community also offers restaurant-style dining featuring healthy and delicious meals to ensure residents eat healthily. At Westmont of Culver City, residents have access to the necessities they need to stay comfortable.

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Meadowlark Gardens II

16412 Wishingwell Lane, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Overview of Meadowlark Gardens II

A trusted community since 1996, Meadowlark Gardens II in Wishingwell Lane, Huntington Beach, CA, offers assisted living, respite care, and hospice care. Committed to enhancing residents’ living experiences, the community provides top-tier care and support for their unique needs in retirement. Residents get to keep their independence without having to worry about their daily living activities.

Recreational activities and exercise programs are orchestrated for residents to remain active and socially connected. Find comfort in mealtimes with healthy and delicious homecooked meals satisfying their dietary needs and preferences. Assistance with medication, regular monitoring of blood pressure, and visiting healthcare professionals are available for residents’ healthcare needs. Live your golden years without worries with genuine care and an inviting environment.

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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.