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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
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.
The Oaks at Inglewood
AL
Stockton (Lakeview)
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 103
Rank #713 / 1,350
C+Yes
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 56
Rank #327 / 1,411
25
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,128 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #701 / 1,299
84.9%
Facility 84.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #298 / 1,202
-Welltower Pegasus Tenant LLC And Psl Assocaites LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Studio Royale by Cogir
AL
IL
Culver City (Washington Culver)
175
Facility 175
CA AVG 103
Rank #196 / 1,350
C+Yes
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 56
Rank #71 / 1,411
58
46
Facility 46
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,243 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #472 / 1,299
50.3%
Facility 50.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,061 / 1,202
-Studio Royale, LLC And Cadence Sl Royale, LLCStudio
The Kensington
AL
IL
MC
Walnut Creek
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 103
Rank #131 / 1,350
C+Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 56
Rank #499 / 1,411
31
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,299
73.5%
Facility 73.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #637 / 1,202
-Kensington Tenant LLC & Kisco Senior Living, LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
La Vida Real
AL
IL
MC
El Cajon
177
Facility 177
CA AVG 103
Rank #191 / 1,350
C+Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 56
Rank #499 / 1,411
46
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,174 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #547 / 1,299
70.1%
Facility 70.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #719 / 1,202
-Lvr Subtenant LLC And Srg Managment LLCAlcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Autumn Care Homes – Amber House
AL
RESC
Windsor
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
C+Yes
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,134 / 1,411
8
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #199 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #88 / 1,299
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,202
-Mildred C Wilson-Woltering-
Newport Mesa Senior Living
AL
MC
RC
Costa Mesa (Mesa Del Mar)
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 103
Rank #937 / 1,350
D+Yes
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 56
Rank #288 / 1,411
14
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #472 / 1,299
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #956 / 1,202
A+Pacifica Newport Mesa LLC And Newport Mesa Mgr LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Hearts at Millwood Assisted Living
AL
RESC
Millbrae
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
C-No
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 56
Rank #376 / 1,411
10
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #199 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 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
-Hearts At Millwood Rcfe IncPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Inspirations Home Care III
AL
HC
MC
Corona
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
D-No
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 56
Rank #927 / 1,411
6
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #120 / 1,299
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,202
A+Noelia GarciaPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Merced Girard
AL
RESC
San Francisco (Portola)
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 103
Rank #929 / 1,350
D+No
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 56
Rank #71 / 1,411
5
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #403 / 1,299
95.2%
Facility 95.2%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #166 / 1,202
-Hafco Elder Care, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
The Gardens
AL
MC
Yuba City
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 103
Rank #886 / 1,350
B-Yes
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 56
Rank #110 / 1,411
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
59.2%
Facility 59.2%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #976 / 1,202
-Fremont-Rideout Health Group And United Com-Serve-

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Overview of The Oaks at Inglewood

Operated by Welltower Pegasus Tenant LLC and PSL Associates LLC, The Oaks at Inglewood is an assisted living community in the Lakeview neighborhood of Stockton, California, about 4.5 miles from the city center. Tha Chay serves as the administrator. The community has been serving residents for 7 years.

The two-story community has 86 beds, with an occupancy rate of about 85%. Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. Every residence includes a private bathroom, kitchenette, living area, wall-to-wall carpeting, and individually controlled air conditioning, providing a consistent level of comfort across all unit types.

Residents receive support with diabetes care, incontinence care, and medication management. Some staff members speak Vietnamese, Spanish, and Filipino, which can make communication easier for residents and families who prefer those languages. The area has a Walk Score of 78, so many everyday errands can be completed on foot.

Restaurant-style meals feature a variety of international cuisines, and dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Housekeeping, laundry, grooming services, transportation, and a fitness center are part of daily life. Wheelchair-accessible features are available throughout the building. Residents are welcome to bring their pets.

State inspections have identified recurring topics that include medication administration, timely delivery of care, secure storage of hazardous materials, documentation of dementia care plans, and a fire safety system issue that required follow-up correction. Families touring The Oaks at Inglewood should ask how these areas are managed daily because they relate to ongoing care and are not isolated events.

Starting Price $3,850/Month

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Overview of Studio Royale by Cogir

Studio Royale by Cogir offers assisted living and independent living in Culver City, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while the resident keeps a private living space. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Having both care levels may suit someone whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

With 175 beds, this is a larger setting with more residents, staff and usually more programming. Studio apartments give each resident a single private living space, and the community is administered by Ernest D. Lewis. A Walk Score of 93 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. In the Washington Culver neighborhood, pets are allowed, meaning residents can bring a pet to the community.

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Overview of The Kensington

The Kensington is a senior living community in Walnut Creek, California. The community offers Assisted Living and Memory Care in a friendly environment where residents and associates enjoy being served and serving others. Their philosophy and approach for safety and security, trust and transparency, and five-star service delivery have always been their top priorities. Aging in place is essential to residents and their families. The Kensington allows senior residents to find The Art of Living Well® balance that’s right for them.

Kensington’s primary goal is to preserve dignity and enable residents to be as independent as they can safely manage. The community features an open-concept dining room that is bright and airy, with abundant natural light and beautiful architectural details. The talented culinary team shares the commitment to providing residents with a one-of-a-kind dining experience while ensuring they are healthy and made to the highest of standards.

Starting Price $6,681/Month

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La Vida Real

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

La Vida Real offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in El Cajon, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services but no daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The multiple care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving from one level to another can happen without leaving the community. La Vida Real has 177 beds. Housing includes alcove, one bedroom, and two bedroom layouts, with a two bedroom giving a couple the option to move together or allowing someone to have a companion.

Pets are allowed, so residents may be able to bring a pet with them. A Walk Score of 69 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may have nearby errands within walking distance. Kimberly Garcia serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by Lvr Subtenant and Srg Managment.

Starting Price $5,395/Month

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Overview of Autumn Care Homes – Amber House

Autumn Care Homes, Amber House offers assisted living and residential care in Windsor, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily living activities, allowing a resident to receive support with routine tasks while remaining in the community.

The six bed setting may suit someone who prefers a smaller community. The home is listed at 100% occupancy, so no beds are currently unoccupied. Private suites provide a separate living space, while wellness and exercise programs focus on physical well being. Pets are allowed, meaning residents can bring a pet with them.

A Walk Score of 30 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Andrew Cunha serves as administrator, and the community is operated by Wilson Woltering, Mildred C.

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Newport Mesa Senior Living

2891 Bear St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Overview of Newport Mesa Senior Living

Newport Mesa Senior Living offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Costa Mesa, California. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident lives in a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Having both assisted living and memory care can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, and respite care can help a family arrange temporary support.

In the Mesa Del Mar neighborhood, the community has 40 beds. Its smaller size means residents and staff can get to know one another. Melvin Galloway administers the community, and pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet.

A Walk Score of 80 makes the area very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby shops, services, or cafes independently. Daily life can include time in the beauty salon, restaurant-style dining room, gardens, patios, and walking paths, along with exercise classes, arts and crafts, cooking classes, beauty hour, and movie nights.

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Overview of Hearts at Millwood Assisted Living

Hearts at Millwood Assisted Living is a small, family-owned residential care home for the elderly in Millbrae, a really walkable neighborhood in San Mateo County. With all units currently filled, the single-story facility offers six beds in private and semi-private room configurations. Eli Hart Ermitano administers the home through Hearts At Millwood Rcfe Inc.

The home prioritizes close, attentive care via constant nursing supervision and an emphasis on individualized attention. It’s wheelchair-accessible, bolstering residents with varying mobility needs. With only six residents, the setting naturally fosters an intimate, home-like atmosphere that many families prefer over bigger communities. Situated on Millwood Drive with a Walk Score of 75, the neighborhood offers solid walkability, making it easy for visiting families to explore the area on foot and for occupants to reach nearby essentials. Transportation services support residents’ outings and appointments. The facility also provides fitness and recreation programming to promote active engagement.

Inspections mirror a sound compliance record. Operating for six years, Hearts at Millwood Assisted Living upholds a track record of meeting regulatory standards.

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Overview of Inspirations Home Care III

A dependable community set in the quiet neighborhood of Cottage Drive, Corona, CA, Inspirations Home Care focuses on assisted living. With a high ratio of team member to resident, the community guarantees top-notch care and assistance for up to six residents. Residents live a worry-free lifestyle with the community taking care of their daily living activities, housekeeping, laundry, and other health needs.

Enjoy every moment of your best years with a full calendar of fun activities and enriching programs tailored to leisure and wellness. Accommodating special diets, delicious and healthy meals are served to meet nutritional needs and tastes. The community is dedicated to providing residents with the highest quality of life, offering all-inclusive rates for a blissful retirement.

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Merced Girard

129 Girard Street, San Francisco, CA 94134
Overview of Merced Girard

Live a carefree retirement life with Merced Girard Residential Care, a warm and welcoming community in San Francisco, CA for those needing assisted living. Residents here are welcomed in bright and spacious accommodations tailored to their safety and mobility needs. Friendly and reliable caregivers are available 24/7 to support residents with their personal care, medications, and other things they may need help with.

In addition to personalized care plans, the community provides a full calendar of activities for residents’ enrichment and enjoyment. Meal times are also prioritized and tailored to accommodate residents’ individual dietary needs and tastes for proper nourishment. Here, tedious and mundane chores are removed from everyone’s lives for a worry-free living experience.

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The Gardens

840 Washington Avenue, Yuba City, CA 95991
Overview of The Gardens

The Gardens is an assisted living and memory care community in Yuba City, CA. Assisted living provides 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. The combination may suit a resident whose care needs could grow over time without leaving the community.

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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.