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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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.
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.
La Posada
AL
MC
RC
San Bernardino
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,021 / 1,350
C+Yes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 56
Rank #354 / 1,411
8
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #199 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #59 / 1,299
63.6%
Facility 63.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #898 / 1,202
O. Ruth Hernandez-
A Place Called Home – Quail Lake
AL
IL
MC
NH
Clovis (Loma Vista)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
A+Yes
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,361 / 1,411
6-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,299
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,202
Emosewa IncPrivate Rooms
The Orchards Health Center
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Mission Viejo
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 103
Rank #688 / 1,350
A-No
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,361 / 1,411
9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,299
56.7%
Facility 56.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,001 / 1,202
The Orchards Hc LLC-
Murrieta Gardens
AL
MC
RC
Murrieta (California Oaks)
126
Facility 126
CA AVG 103
Rank #449 / 1,350
A+No
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,101 / 1,411
4
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,224 / 1,299
31.7%
Facility 31.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,194 / 1,202
Murrieta Gardens Assisted Living LLC-
Elegance Manor
AL
HOS
RESC
Roseville (Westpark)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
A+No
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,384 / 1,411
6
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #701 / 1,299
-Elegance Manor LLC-
Safe Haven – Natomas
AL
HOS
IL
MC
Sacramento (North Sacramento)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
A+Yes
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 56
Rank #981 / 1,411
3
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
-Safe Haven Natomas LLCPrivate / Shared Rooms
A Nurse’s Touch RCFE
AL
RESC
Carmichael (Willowbrook Estates)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
A+No
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 56
Rank #999 / 1,411
4
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
-A Nurses Touch Rcfe LLCPrivate / Shared Rooms
Dignity Home Care LLC III
AL
San Diego (Mira Mesa)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
A+No
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 56
Rank #621 / 1,411
4-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,224 / 1,299
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,202
Dignity Homecare LLCPrivate / Shared Rooms
Yannica Guest Home III
AL
IL
MC
NH
Stockton (Valley Oak)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
A+No
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,077 / 1,411
6-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 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
Hermalina LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Ivy Park at Claremont
AL
MC
Claremont
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 103
Rank #742 / 1,350
B+Yes
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,287 / 1,411
8
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,135 / 1,299
72.8%
Facility 72.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #656 / 1,202
Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Mangement Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed

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La Posada

3875 Belle St #1621, San Bernardino, CA 92404
Overview of La Posada

Owned and operated by Hernandez, O. Ruth, La Posada is a small assisted living community in San Bernardino, California, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Orfa Ruth Hernandez serves as the administrator. The board and care home has been serving residents for 33 years, giving families options for both long-term support and short-term respite care.

The single-story community has 11 beds. Its current occupancy rate is about 64%, with 7 of its 11 beds occupied. Its smaller size creates a quieter, more intimate setting that may encourage closer relationships between residents and caregivers than a larger community.

Residents receive 24-hour supervision, assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, diabetes care, and incontinence care. Meals are prepared to meet individual dietary needs. This can be especially important for residents managing diabetes and other health conditions that require dietary restrictions.

The community is wheelchair accessible. Pets are welcome, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in. Fitness and recreation programs are available. Complimentary transportation includes rides to medical appointments, helping reduce the transportation burden on family members. La Posada is about 1.89 miles from St. Bernardine Medical Center, keeping hospital care within easy reach if residents need it.

The area has a Walk Score of 76, which means it’s very walkable, where everyday errands can be completed on foot. State inspections have generally focused on administrative and operational areas, including insurance documentation, equipment maintenance, and staff training records, rather than direct resident care. Follow-up inspections have shown these issues being addressed over time.

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Overview of A Place Called Home – Quail Lake

A Place Called Home, Quail Lake offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Clovis, CA. Nursing home care provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living supports daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living provides private living without daily care, and memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time. With six beds, the home is a small community where staff and residents can get to know one another. Private rooms give each resident a single private space, and pets are allowed.

Programs include dementia and memory care, Alzheimer’s assisted living, Parkinson’s care, and a full schedule of activities, giving residents services and structured engagement related to these needs. The community opened in 2012 and is located in the Loma Vista neighborhood of Clovis. Colin Murchison serves as the administrator, and Emosewa operates the community.

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Overview of The Orchards Health Center

Operated by The Orchards HC LLC, The Orchards Health Center is a nursing home in Mission Viejo, California, offering assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and respite care in one community. Kelly Conk serves as the administrator. The community has been operating for more than 5 years. It has 90 beds, with current occupancy at 57%. The several levels of care allow residents to remain in the community as their needs change over time.

Daily support includes oversight from an on-call medical director, along with weekly housekeeping and personal laundry services. Restaurant-style meals are served daily. Residents who need memory support live in a dedicated memory care neighborhood with studio and one-bedroom apartments and shared gathering spaces. Recreational programs and mentally stimulating activities are part of the daily schedule, so residents can stay active, engaged, and socially connected.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 6, which is car-dependent. Most errands and outings require a vehicle. Residents and visiting family should plan on driving when leaving the community.

State inspections have shown The Orchards Health Center has been consistently compliant with regulatory standards over time. Families comparing senior living options should ask how the memory care neighborhood is staffed throughout the day and how care is tailored to residents with changing cognitive needs.

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Overview of Murrieta Gardens

Murrieta Gardens offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Murrieta, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks and medication while a resident remains in their own 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.

The combination may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time or a family caregiver who needs short-term support. Located in the California Oaks neighborhood, the community has 126 beds. Brittany Kavenaugh serves as administrator, and Murrieta Gardens assisted living operates the community. Salon service and specialized activities are available on site, giving residents options for personal grooming and participation in activities without leaving the community.

The area has a Walk Score of 33. It is a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride, so a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips. Courtesy transportation is available for medical and dental appointments, covering rides for those specific appointments.

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Overview of Elegance Manor

Elegance Manor, located in Roseville, CA, is a small senior living community and residential care facility for the elderly founded in 2018. Committed to providing its residents a rich aging experience, the staff ensures that each resident is given enough care and opportunities for a healthy purposeful living. This is achieved through round the clock monitoring and staff availability for care, as well as assistance with daily living activities.
Additionally, the residents are also provided meals to nourish their bodies, prepared using premium ingredients and with care and consideration to their required nutritional needs. Residents are also assisted with medication management and monitoring, and escorted during community outings and activities, ensuring their comfort and safety at all times.

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Overview of Safe Haven – Natomas

Safe Haven, Natomas offers assisted living, hospice care, independent living, and memory care in Sacramento, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, 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 hospice care focuses on comfort and symptom management for a person nearing the end of life.

The range of care types may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can change without leaving the community. With six beds, Safe Haven, Natomas is a small community where staff and residents can get to know each other. It is in the North Sacramento neighborhood, and pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a companion animal there.

A Walk Score of 43 places the area in a car dependent setting. Most errands require a car or a ride for a resident who no longer drives. Grimesey Richard A. serves as the administrator.

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A Nurse’s Touch RCFE

7209 Lynnbrook Ct, Carmichael, CA 95608
Overview of A Nurse’s Touch Rcfe

A Nurse’s Touch RCFE is a compassionate residential care community in Carmichael, CA, that offers personal care. With its nurturing setting, the community can accommodate up to six residents. 24/7 care, recreational activities, and arranged transportation are offered, ensuring residents experience a hassle-free living. The community goes above and beyond to keep residents comfortable and well-cared for with individualized care plans.

Arts and crafts, community events, and a variety of games are conducted to promote social interactions and an active lifestyle. A cozy living room, spacious recreation area, and well-lit living spaces are among the community’s unique features that make it an attractive retirement option. Set in a quiet residential area in Carmichael, residents here are guaranteed a stress-free environment. This nurse-owned residential care community is a top choice for assisted living in California, especially with its high standards of care.

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Overview of Dignity Home Care LLC III

Dignity Home Care LLC III operates as an assisted living facility situated in the Mira Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, California. The residential care model combines personal assistance with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and managing medication alongside private or companion room accommodations. Capable of housing six residents, the small-scale board and care home fosters a close-knit living environment.

Administrator Paul Christopher Diwa manages the property on behalf of operator Dignity Homecare. Floor plans include private rooms for individual occupancy as well as shared rooms for residents who prefer living with a roommate. A walk score of 62 indicates a fairly walkable setting, enabling non-driving residents to manage select routine errands on foot.

Individuals researching residential care homes in San Diego can get in touch with the management team to ask about room availability or set up an in-person visit.

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Overview of Yannica Guest Home III

Maintain your well-being and independence with Yannica Guest Home III, a compassionate assisted living community in Stockton, CA. Residents can sit back and relax with reliable assistance for their daily living activities, including personal care, medication management, and companionship. The community also provides a maintenance-free lifestyle, making sure residents never have to worry about cooking, cleaning, and other tedious tasks.

With more free time on their hands, residents can freely engage in vibrant community events and activities tailored to their interests and mobility. A friendly care team is available 24/7 to ensure residents have peace of mind as they enjoy a vibrant lifestyle. Therapy services like occupational and physical therapy are also available to help residents maintain their strength and continue doing the things they love.

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Ivy Park at Claremont

2053 North Towne Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711
Overview of Ivy Park at Claremont

Ivy Park at Claremont is a charming senior living community nestled in Claremont, CA, offering assisted living and memory care services that can be tailored to every stage of retirement living. Just a few minutes away from major interstates and the iconic downtown Claremont Village, the community offers a unique blend of cultural richness and natural beauty. From activities and outdoor spaces meant to nourish body and soul to comprehensive care services, including concierge physician services, 24-hour personal care assistance, and the EverYou program for their memory care neighborhood, Ivy Park at Claremont ensures their residents’ holistic needs are met.

With the community’s spacious floor plans, featuring upgraded amenities and large windows, residents will feel safe and right at home. One of the highlights of living at Ivy Park is their Vine at Ivy restaurant, which offers fresh and delicious meals all day and a warm dining experience where residents can enjoy great conversation with friends. Other amenities include indoor & outdoor lounge areas, an activities studio, a library, a cafe, a full-service salon, social & educational programs, an emergency response system, scheduled transportation, and more.

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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 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.