Page 7 of Best Assisted Living in California

Two hundred and two beds, thirty years of history, and a Walk Score of 94: Harbor Terrace Retirement Community occupies a mid-rise building at 435 W 8th St in San Pedro, California, offering studio and one-bedroom units. That Walk Score puts the surrounding area solidly in walker’s-paradise territory, so daily errands rarely require a car.

Staffing runs around the clock here, and daily life includes restaurant-style dining and housekeeping handled for residents. The amenity list runs long: a coffee parlor, a library, a salon, and massage therapy services alongside a full calendar of educational, social, recreational, and wellness programming.

Occupancy currently sits at 35 percent, with 70 of the 202 beds filled. That’s a meaningfully lower number than what a facility this established and this well-located might suggest.

Harbor Terrace Retirement Center Of San Pedro, LLC operates the property, and Holly Rice serves as administrator. State inspections in California have tended to center on medication management, staffing credentials, and resident rights and protections.

Harbor Terrace brings together three decades of operating history, an unusually walkable location, and a wide amenity list, though the current occupancy rate is a detail worth factoring into how families weigh this community against others in the area.

Overview of Golden Moments Care Home

Golden Moments Care Home offers assisted living, memory care, and residential care in Sacramento’s Arden-Arcade neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision. The six bed home may suit someone who prefers a smaller community.

Private rooms accommodate one resident, while semi-private rooms are shared. Residents can take part in the Active Day Program and daily activities at the home. An 80 / 100 Walk Score means most errands are possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently.

Makayla Anderson-White serves as the administrator, and Golden Moments Care Home Building 1 operates the community. Residents do not have to choose only one type of support at move-in, since the home provides assisted living, memory care, and residential care.

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Starting Price $4,950/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Lafayette

Merrill Gardens at Lafayette offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Lafayette, CA. Independent living means having a private residence with community services but no daily care, while assisted living provides help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time. A move to a different level can happen without leaving the community or starting over socially. The community has 100 beds with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences; a two bedroom can suit a couple moving together, while a studio offers one private living space. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in.

A Walk Score of 88 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Aubrey Goo serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by Shi-Iii Mg Gp, Shi-Iii Lafayette and Merrill Gardens.

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Starting Price $6,250/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

Overview of La Vida Del Mar

La Vida Del Mar offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Solana Beach, California. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication management, while independent living supports private living without daily care; Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision. Having all three care levels on one campus may allow a resident’s needs to change over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 130 beds, with residences offering one or two bedrooms, including a two bedroom layout for a couple moving together. It is in the Eden Gardens neighborhood, administered by Scottie Geno, and operated by La Vida Del Mar Associates and Srg Servco Management. A Walk Score of 61 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage certain nearby errands independently; pets are allowed, letting residents who move with a pet keep that pet as part of their household.

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Starting Price $8,870/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Aegis Living Pleasant Hill

Aegis Living Pleasant Hill offers assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Pleasant Hill, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports end of life needs, and respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Together, these options make the community a possible fit when care needs change or a family needs temporary support.

The community has 90 beds, with studio, suite, and one bedroom layouts. A starting price of $6,384 per month gives families a baseline for estimating the cost of residence, and pets are allowed so a resident can continue living with a pet. Chef prepared meals, all day dining, a full service salon, weekly beauty and barber visits, a courtyard, a fountain, and lush gardens provide dining, personal care, and outdoor options on site.

Transportation and concierge services support appointments, outings, and errands. With a Walk Score of 74, the area is very walkable, and most errands are possible on foot for a resident who no longer drives. Linda L. Fisher serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by Oak Park Blvd Pleasant Hill and Aegis Senior Et A.

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Starting Price $6,384/Month Pricing updated on February 13th, 2026

Overview of Canyon Trails Assisted Living & Memory Care

Canyon Trails Assisted Living & Memory Care provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Canoga Park, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, while respite care offers a short term stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 120 beds and studio apartments, giving residents a single private living space. Starting prices are $4,995 per month for assisted living and $5,495 per month for memory care, so the monthly starting charge depends on the care level selected. Pets are allowed, which means a resident can bring a pet when moving into the community.

A beauty salon provides access to grooming services on site. The outdoor patio, courtyard, and landscaped garden give residents designated outdoor areas, while group outings offer planned opportunities to leave the community. Rehabilitation services support residents who need that type of care.

The area has a Walk Score of 77 and is very walkable, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently. Peter Bonilla serves as the administrator, and Canoga Park Sh and Seasons Management operates the community. Respite care can suit a family that needs short term support while a primary caregiver travels or recovers.

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$4,995/Month Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

Overview of The Carlotta

The Carlotta is an assisted living community in Palm Desert, California. Residents can receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication while living in their own apartment.

Housing includes studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. A studio offers one private space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion, making The Carlotta a possible fit for a resident who wants daily support with the option to live alone or with someone else. The community has 250 beds, allows pets, and is administered by John Brennan.

Overview of Pacific Gardens

Pacific Gardens provides assisted living and memory care in Santa Clara, CA. In assisted living, residents receive help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while maintaining an apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The community has 104 beds, with studio and one-bedroom layouts. A studio provides one private living space, while a one-bedroom layout separates the sleeping area from the main living space. With both assisted living and memory care, Pacific Gardens may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time and who could remain in the community as care needs change. A Walk Score of 63 places the area in the somewhat walkable category, so some errands can be completed on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently, while other errands may require a car or ride. Matthew Zahodne serves as the administrator, and Community Home Partners operates Pacific Gardens.

Overview of Brookdale San Marcos

Brookdale San Marcos, found at 1590 W. San Marcos Blvd in San Marcos, California, delivers luxury assisted living in an elegant coastal setting. The community provides personalized care, genuine relationships, and a focus on helping residents enjoy an active and fulfilling lifestyle. At the community, residents can expect assistance with daily tasks such as housekeeping, meals, bathing, and dressing, all customized to their specific needs. The community offers a full calendar of events and activities, including shopping trips, art clubs, and fitness classes, allowing residents to explore old hobbies or discover new ones.

The community features vacation-style amenities, including an outdoor pool, fitness center, and transportation services. Apartments are spacious and pet-friendly, with options for studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. Basic utilities and maintenance are typically included in the basic service rate, providing residents with peace of mind and fewer bills to worry about. They aim to meet residents where they are in life’s journey, making Brookdale San Marcos a top choice when looking for a community for your loved one.

Peacefully tucked away in Corona, CA, Cathy’s Cottage – Assisted Living and Memory Care is a relaxing community that specializes in memory care. Their living spaces are beautifully designed to create a warm and safe environment tailored to residents’ unique safety needs. Residents here receive compassionate care and support with their daily activities from an excellent team of dementia specialists available 24/7.

Apart from individualized care plans, residents enjoy the convenience of having no household chores to do, such as housekeeping and meal preparation. Fun and exciting activities are also held regularly to stimulate residents’ minds and keep them active and healthy. Here, they go above and beyond in creating a calming environment that fosters, fun, peace, and comfort.