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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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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.
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.
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.
Westmont of Morgan Hill
AL
IL
MC
Morgan Hill
112
Facility 112
CA AVG 103
Rank #542 / 1,350
Yes
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,052 / 1,411
B+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
Mondell Pine Manor II
AL
MC
Palmdale
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
No
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,336 / 1,411
B+7
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,024 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,299
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,202
Mondell Pine Manor IIPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Ivy Park at Milpitas
AL
MC
Wy Milpitas (Warm Springs)
225
Facility 225
CA AVG 103
Rank #96 / 1,350
Yes
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,130 / 1,411
B+53
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,162 / 1,292
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,184 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,299
85.8%
Facility 85.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #282 / 1,202
Wm Milpitas Mgr LP, Gp Of Milpitas Phase I Ops LPStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Menifee Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Menifee (Sun City)
220
Facility 220
CA AVG 103
Rank #100 / 1,350
Yes
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,397 / 1,411
A-35
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,078 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,299
71.8%
Facility 71.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #679 / 1,202
Hsre Pacifica Menifee Valley Opco LP And Menifee Mgr1 Bed / 2 Bed
Pacifica Royale Assisted Living Community
AL
MC
Midway City
132
Facility 132
CA AVG 103
Rank #408 / 1,350
No
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 56
Rank #461 / 1,411
A-10
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #263 / 1,299
58.3%
Facility 58.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #988 / 1,202
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Crestavilla
AL
MC
Laguna Niguel
250
Facility 250
CA AVG 103
Rank #75 / 1,350
Yes
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 56
Rank #485 / 1,411
B+15
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #669 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,299
74.0%
Facility 74.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #629 / 1,202
Crestavilla Trs, LLC: Ksl Crestavilla Manager , LLC-
Sunset Gardens
AL
RESC
San Francisco (Sunset District)
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,016 / 1,350
Yes-A+5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #509 / 1,299
76.9%
Facility 76.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #561 / 1,202
Tredici, LLCPrivate / Shared Rooms
Ivy Park at Santa Monica
AL
MC
Santa Monica (Mid-City)
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 103
Rank #600 / 1,350
Yes
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 56
Rank #129 / 1,411
B+29
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,102 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #281 / 1,299
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #722 / 1,202
Al Santa Monica Sr. Hsg And Oakmont Mgmt.group LLC-
Granvida Senior Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
Carpinteria
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 103
Rank #729 / 1,350
No
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 56
Rank #90 / 1,411
A-7
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #199 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,299
59.0%
Facility 59.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #979 / 1,202
Rbp Carpinteria Op LLC And Mallard Senior Mgmt, LLC-
Sweet Home Senior Living 2
AL
RESC
Van Nuys
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
Yes
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 56
Rank #424 / 1,411
A-7
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #199 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #701 / 1,299
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #785 / 1,202
Sweet Home Senior Living 2 Inc-

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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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Overview of Mondell Pine Manor II

Mondell Pine Manor II provides nothing less than outstanding service from its professional and compassionate staff. The assisted living place is where residents are empowered to boost their confidence in fulfilling a purposeful life in a home that puts them first.

The staff promotes a stress-free lifestyle for their residents, providing essential services– housekeeping, social and social events, transportation services, dining room, and spacious common areas.

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Overview of Ivy Park at Milpitas

Ivy Park at Milpitas offers assisted living and memory care in Milpitas, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication, with residents living in private studios, one bedroom or two bedroom spaces. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, and having both care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

With 225 beds, this is a larger setting, with more residents, staff and usually more programming than a smaller home. The Warm Springs neighborhood has a Walk Score of 31 out of 100, making it car dependent, with most errands requiring a car or a ride. Scheduled transportation is available for residents who need arranged rides.

Indoor and outdoor lounge areas, an indoor heated pool, a full service salon and landscaped grounds give residents places for recreation, personal care and time outdoors without leaving the community. All day dining provides meals throughout the day, while social and educational programs offer organized activities. Pets are allowed, so residents may be able to keep a companion animal with them.

Respite care provides short term stays for a household whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. Meghian Geul serves as the administrator. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs assisted living or memory care and may benefit from moving between those care levels without leaving the community.

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Menifee Senior Living

28333 Valley Blvd, Menifee, CA 92586
Overview of Menifee Senior Living

Menifee Senior Living, located in the welcoming community of Menifee, California, is a senior living haven where residents are encouraged to savor each day to the fullest. With a dedicated staff available 24 hours a day, they provide a reassuring presence for residents and their families, ensuring peace of mind.

Explore the community and discover the exceptional care and lifestyle it offers. Menifee Senior Living takes pride in providing an ideal equilibrium between support and independence, catering to a spectrum of needs with independent living, assisted living, and respite care options. Here, seniors can relish resort-style amenities, indulge in chef-prepared dining, and unwind in their well-appointed, full-service apartments.

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Overview of Pacifica Royale Assisted Living Community

Pacifica Royale Assisted Living Community provides assisted living and memory care in Midway City, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, medication dispensing and incontinence care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering.

Both care levels are available here. That may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who could move between levels without leaving the community.

A beauty shop supports on site grooming. The game room and outdoor patios give residents places for games and time outdoors, while scheduled transportation is available for doctor’s appointments, shopping and banking. A Walk Score of 71 places the area in the very walkable category, meaning most errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Crestavilla

30111 Niguel Rd, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Overview of Crestavilla

Crestavilla provides assisted living and memory care in Laguna Niguel, CA. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having both care levels may make Crestavilla a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community. With 250 beds, Crestavilla is a larger community, with more residents, staff, and programming. Myra Aragones serves as the administrator.

A Walk Score of 70 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving in.

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Overview of Sunset Gardens

Sunset Gardens Assisted Living is a residential care community in San Francisco, CA, offering personalized assistance for older adults. With a boutique-style setting, the community ensures older adults can feel at home. Nutritious home-cooked meals, wellness activities, and assistance with daily living activities are also provided to help residents maintain their independence. As a family-owned and operated community, Sunset Gardens follows a hands-on, family-first approach to care dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life.

Light exercises and various activities are conducted for residents’ social and physical well-being. The community also features comfortable rooms and award-winning gardens, providing residents with more spaces for relaxation and socialization. Situated in the quiet residential area of San Francisco, the community guarantees a laid-back lifestyle. This residential care community has been trusted by families in San Francisco since 2013, making it a great choice for senior living in California.

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Ivy Park at Santa Monica

1312 15Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Overview of Ivy Park at Santa Monica

Located in the charming neighborhoods of Santa Monica, CA, Ivy Park at Santa Monica is a thriving senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care services. It offers various care services, such as medication management, concierge physician services, and round-the-clock personal care support. Residents can also take advantage of the breathtaking seaside views, dining opportunities, and shopping, all within a short distance from the UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center.

Ivy Park at Santa Monica aims to provide residents with a new and satisfying experience by combining exceptional care with a wide range of amenities. The community has a full-service salon, hydro spa, activities studio, library, indoor and outdoor lounge areas, and The Vine at Ivy Restaurant, providing carefully prepared meals and a lovely dining experience. Services like weekly housekeeping and laundry, an emergency response system, on-site maintenance, scheduled transportation, and a range of social and educational programs are also provided to residents. Aside from utilities and cable hookups, other amenities include room service and meals for guests, daily housekeeping, pet care, and walking services.

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Overview of Granvida Senior Living and Memory Care

Granvida Senior Living and Memory Care provides assisted living and memory care in Carpinteria, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while a resident remains in their apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, making the combination a potential fit for someone living with dementia whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 83 beds. Nithi Narasappa serves as the administrator, and Rbp Carpinteria Op and Mallard Senior Mgmt operate the community. A Walk Score of 92 places the area in a walker’s paradise band, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Dining includes chef-prepared meals from a culinary team that blends California’s food culture with homestyle dishes, while scheduled transportation is available for outings and appointments, allowing residents to use community transportation for those trips.

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Overview of Sweet Home Senior Living 2

Sweet Home Senior Living 2 is a paradisal senior living community in Valley Glen, CA, offering a comfortable and enriching environment for assisted living. An array of snug and stunning living spaces are offered to provide residents with a relaxing living environment for enjoying their personal time. Residents are provided access to an array of care services, including daily living activities assistance, incontinence care, and hospice care to make sure their needs are met accordingly.

With no chores to worry about, residents can focus on living their best lives and enjoy all the great things the community has to offer. These include delightful meals and refueling snacks, various social and recreational activities, and thoughtful amenities. Here, residents are provided with everything they need to lead purposeful lives and enjoy a high quality of life.

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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.