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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.
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.
Summerfield Memory Care of Redlands
AL
MC
RC
Redlands (South Redlands)
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 103
Rank #776 / 1,350
B+No
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 56
Rank #606 / 1,411
39
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,078 / 1,292
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,085 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #777 / 1,299
52.0%
Facility 52.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,049 / 1,202
A+Snh Cal Tenant LLC And Northstar Snr Lvg Mgt LLCStudio / Suite
Golden Age Care
AL
RESC
RC
Millbrae (Lomita Park)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
D+No
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 56
Rank #101 / 1,411
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,165 / 1,338
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #281 / 1,299
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,202
-Golden Age, IncPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Carmel Care Home
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
RC
Hesperia
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,027 / 1,350
B+Yes
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 56
Rank #804 / 1,411
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,299
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,064 / 1,202
A+Densen, Rommel & Densen, Caroline-
Bentley Manor by SCH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Los Angeles (Westdale)
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 103
Rank #990 / 1,350
B+No
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 56
Rank #725 / 1,411
21
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #859 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #964 / 1,299
92.6%
Facility 92.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #193 / 1,202
-Specialized Community Healthcare CompanyStudio
Sunlit Gardens
AL
MC
Alta Loma
172
Facility 172
CA AVG 103
Rank #212 / 1,350
B+Yes
52
Facility 52
CA AVG 56
Rank #848 / 1,411
10
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,135 / 1,299
54.1%
Facility 54.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,028 / 1,202
-Cdr Rncho Cuc Trs LLC &Sunlit Gardens, LLCStudio
Atria Park of San Mateo
AL
IL
MC
San Mateo (East San Mateo)
175
Facility 175
CA AVG 103
Rank #196 / 1,350
B+Yes
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 56
Rank #485 / 1,411
53
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,142 / 1,292
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,225 / 1,338
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #214 / 1,299
42.3%
Facility 42.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,149 / 1,202
-Wg Hillsdale Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed
MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena
AL
IL
MC
Pasadena (South Arroyo)
310
Facility 310
CA AVG 103
Rank #46 / 1,350
B+Yes
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 56
Rank #197 / 1,411
41
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,093 / 1,292
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,085 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #964 / 1,299
49.0%
Facility 49.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,097 / 1,202
-Olympic Senior Care LLC:morningstar Mgt Snr LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Coronado Retirement Village
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Coronado
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #484 / 1,350
B+Yes
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,019 / 1,411
33
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,093 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #419 / 1,299
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #722 / 1,202
A+Prrk Holdings LLC-
Silverado Brea Memory Care Community
AL
MC
Brea
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 103
Rank #805 / 1,350
B+Yes
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 56
Rank #537 / 1,411
20
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #709 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #777 / 1,299
64.3%
Facility 64.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #885 / 1,202
-Silverado Brea LLC And Silverado Senior Living MgtPrivate Rooms
Westmont of Morgan Hill
AL
IL
MC
Morgan Hill
112
Facility 112
CA AVG 103
Rank #542 / 1,350
B+Yes
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,052 / 1,411
25
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #958 / 1,292
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,024 / 1,338
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #432 / 1,299
73.2%
Facility 73.2%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #648 / 1,202
-Morgan Hill Senior Lvg LP And Westmont Living IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Summerfield Memory Care of Redlands

Operating for six years, Summerfield Memory Care of Redlands is a single-story assisted living community in the historic Redlands area of Southern California that also provides memory care and respite care for older adults. The community is operated by SNH Cal Tenant LLC and Northstar Senior Living Management LLC under the leadership of administrator Rachelle Wheaton.

The community has 75 studio and suite accommodations, including dedicated memory care units for residents living with dementia. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants provide 24-hour care, while respite options include short-term stays, a VIP respite program, and day stays for individuals who do not require full-time residency.

Family-style dining emphasizes balanced nutrition, and residents can participate in game and movie nights, music programs, and pet therapy. Additional amenities include a beauty salon, bistro, library, housekeeping services, and in-house physician visits to support daily living. The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 63, allowing some errands and outings to be completed on foot.

Contact Summerfield Memory Care of Redlands

Overview of Golden Age Care

What Golden Age Care runs in Millbrae, CA, is assisted living, residential care, and respite care. The community is in the Lomita Park neighborhood, where a Walk Score of 91 counts as a walker’s paradise. Daily errands need no car there, even for a resident no longer behind the wheel.

Staff on the assisted living side lend residents support with bathing, dressing, and taking their medication. Residential care keeps support going over the long run in a home setting, and respite care means a short stay.

Golden Age, Inc. operates the community, and Alex Zitser is its administrator. With six beds, it is a small home, suited to someone who wants a more intimate setting. Rooms come private or semi-private, so a resident can live alone or share.

Contact Golden Age Care

Overview of Carmel Care Home

Carmel Care Home in Hesperia, California, is a haven where seniors can receive exceptional residential care, emphasizing a high-level approach to ensure a secure and nurturing environment within this family-owned community. Employing a person-centered approach, Carmel Care Home provides a range of services, including assisted living and board care home services, fostering a residential-style living experience with 24-hour assistance and a home-like setting. The facility also offers dementia and hospice care services, ensuring a personalized and compassionate approach to meet the unique needs of each resident.

Carmel Care Home prioritizes residents’ well-being through features like well-balanced meals, catering to special dietary needs, transportation services, planned activities, ambulation and mobility assistance, as well as daily room cleaning, sanitation, and laundry services. Regular observation of physical and mental conditions is part of the comprehensive care provided, reflecting the commitment to enhancing the overall assisted living experience for seniors.

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Overview of Bentley Manor by Sch

Bentley Manor by Sch offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Los Angeles, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

With 27 beds, Bentley Manor by Sch is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. Studio housing provides one private living space. Having several care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. The area has a Walk Score of 58, making it somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently.

Mona M Alcaraz serves as the administrator, and Specialized Community Healthcare Company operates the community.

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Overview of Sunlit Gardens

Sunlit Gardens is located in Alta Loma, CA, with assisted living and memory care on its list. In assisted living, staff assist residents with medication management, bathing, and dressing. Memory care is secured, and staff watch over residents for whom wandering is a concern.

Tirso Del Junco serves as administrator, and Cdr Rncho Cuc Trs LLC & Sunlit Gardens, LLC operate the community. The area earns a 52 from Walk Score, somewhat walkable, so residents who have stopped using a car could still walk to some nearby places.

Residents can bring their pets along. There are 172 beds, and the apartments are studios, each giving one resident private living space.

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Overview of Atria Park of San Mateo

Situated just 20 miles south of San Francisco, Atria Park of San Mateo extends a warm welcome to San Mateo, California seniors, offering a blend of assisted living and memory care services. With a dedicated staff taking care of the driving, housekeeping, laundry, and home maintenance, residents can dedicate their time to what truly ignites their passions.

Atria Park of San Mateo stands out with its Engage Life® program, presenting many opportunities for residents to explore, create, and engage. This San Mateo, California community is tailored for active seniors seeking a dynamic lifestyle complemented by premium amenities. Nestled within the Hillsdale neighborhood along the waterfront, this community thrives on fostering connections and bringing people together, enriching the lives of its residents.

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Overview of MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena

MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Pasadena, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Several care levels are available here. That combination may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level can happen within the same community. With 310 beds, the community has more residents, staff, and usually programming than a smaller home.

Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences are available. A two-bedroom layout may also suit a couple or companion moving together. In the South Arroyo neighborhood, an 85 Walk Score means most errands are possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. An on-site spa provides access to that amenity without leaving the community. Kevin Taliaferro serves as the administrator, and Olympic Senior Care:morningstar Mgt Snr operates the community.

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Overview of Coronado Retirement Village

Four kinds of care share one address at Coronado Retirement Village in Coronado, California, and the span is wide: assisted living for help with daily tasks, memory care in a supervised setting, hospice care, and respite.

Memory care answers a specific hour. A resident with dementia gets up at an odd time, decides there is somewhere they need to be, and supervision handles that without an argument nobody can win. Hospice care moves the goal to comfort for a resident at the end of life. Respite covers temporary relief for the caregiver who has been carrying the whole thing.

The community holds 120 beds, with 84 filled at the last count. Needs can shift here without a family starting the search over.

A salon handles grooming, the fitness center gives residents somewhere to move, and gardening and transportation are both available. The walk score is 40, so most errands need a car or a ride. Rajni Kharbanda administers the community, and Prrk Holdings operates it.

Price range $3,000 - $3,500/Month

Contact Coronado Retirement Village

Overview of Silverado Brea Memory Care Community

Operating for six years, Silverado Brea Memory Care Community is a residential care community in Downtown Brea, California, with a capacity of 70 beds. Designed to support older adults living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, the community offers private, furnished rooms in a secure two-story setting.

24-hour care is offered, along with housekeeping, laundry services, and nutritious meals tailored to their needs. Moreover, individualized care plans are complemented by memory-focused activities, sensory-based programs, light exercise, and social events. Secure gardens and walking paths also provide safe outdoor spaces for recreation and relaxation.

State inspections conducted over the past six years have generally reported positive findings, although previous reviews identified concerns related to medication administration and exterior door security. Additionally, follow-up actions were required to address these areas, and families are encouraged to discuss current safety practices and medication management with community staff during their visit.

The surrounding neighborhood offers moderate walkability, with a Walk Score of 67, allowing access to some nearby amenities on foot. Pets are also welcome for residents who wish to keep a companion animal.

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Overview of Westmont of Morgan Hill

Located in the serene setting of Cochrane Road, Morgan Hill, CA, Westmont of Morgan Hill is a blissful senior living community providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community is committed to improving residents’ quality of life with top-tier care and assistance from a compassionate and well-trained team. Residents thrive and live their lives to the fullest within the community’s cozy and pet-friendly amenities.

Celebrate milestones and lead a meaningful life through a variety of enriching events and fun programs. Here, residents enjoy delightful dining with diverse options that satisfy their nutritional needs and tastes. With its ideal location near convenient local amenities and amusing attractions, residents gain easy access to their needs and desires. Westmont of Morgan Hill strives to provide a safe place where residents retain their independence while receiving the utmost support they deserve.

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Weighting overview

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