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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,436 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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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. 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.
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.
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.
Vintage Faire Residential
AL
NH
SNF
Modesto
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 103
Rank #884 / 1,349
No
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 56
Rank #860 / 1,410
?2
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #87 / 1,298
87.8%
Facility 87.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #254 / 1,200
-Deer Tail Senior Living, IncStudio
A Place Called Home – Quail Lake
AL
IL
MC
NH
Clovis
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
Yes
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,359 / 1,410
A-6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #508 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
A+David MurchisonPrivate Rooms
La Vida Del Mar
AL
IL
MC
Solana Beach (Eden Gardens)
130
Facility 130
CA AVG 103
Rank #418 / 1,349
Yes
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 56
Rank #641 / 1,410
A-13
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #25 / 1,298
91.5%
Facility 91.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #206 / 1,200
-La Vida Del Mar Associates And Srg Servco Management1 Bed / 2 Bed
Golden Moments Care Home, Inc.
AL
MC
RESC
Sacramento (Arden-Arcade)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 56
Rank #287 / 1,410
B+8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #354 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
-Golden Moments Care Home Building 1 IncPrivate / Semi-private Rooms
The Peninsula Regent
AL
IL
San Mateo
435
Facility 435
CA AVG 103
Rank #23 / 1,349
Yes
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 56
Rank #43 / 1,410
D+6
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 13
Rank #32 / 1,298
50.1%
Facility 50.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,063 / 1,200
-Bass Inc And Pacific Retirement Services Inc1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westmont of Escondido
AL
IL
MC
Escondido (Central Escondido)
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 103
Rank #131 / 1,349
Yes
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 56
Rank #145 / 1,410
B+23
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #931 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #508 / 1,298
84.5%
Facility 84.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #310 / 1,200
-Escondido Operations LP And Westmont Living IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Private Suite
Harbor Terrace Retirement Community
AL
IL
San Pedro
202
Facility 202
CA AVG 103
Rank #129 / 1,349
No
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 56
Rank #55 / 1,410
A-7
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #96 / 1,298
34.7%
Facility 34.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,171 / 1,200
-Harbor Terrace Retirement Center Of San Pedro, LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Lincoln Retirement Villa
AL
Fremont (Irvington)
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 103
Rank #743 / 1,349
Yes
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 56
Rank #179 / 1,410
B-20
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #262 / 1,298
92.5%
Facility 92.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #196 / 1,200
C+Lincoln Villa Corp-
Raya’s Paradise, Inc III
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Los Angeles (Central La)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 56
Rank #166 / 1,410
B+16
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #262 / 1,298
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,200
-Raya's Paradise, IncPrivate Rooms
Carlton Senior Living Fremont
AL
IL
Fremont (Central District)
128
Facility 128
CA AVG 103
Rank #437 / 1,349
Yes
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 56
Rank #109 / 1,410
C29
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,024 / 1,338
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #55 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
A+Carlton Senior Living, LLCAlcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Lincoln Retirement Villa

Lincoln Retirement Villa, located in Fremont, CA, is a retirement community offering assisted living services to its residents. To ensure that the residents are receiving quality care, they are provided 24/7 supervision and availability of staff to assist in daily living activities including bathing and toileting as needed, and medication management and reminders. Their facility is also equipped with a round the clock emergency call system, as an added security and safety measure.

The residents are also provided meals in a family style dining room, as well as salon services to ensure that they feel good about themselves at all times. Therapy services including balance programs are also offered, as well as enriching activities that promote overall fitness and well being.

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Overview of Golden Moments Care Home

Conveniently located near Kaiser Permanente Sacramento Medical Center in Sacramento, CA, Golden Moments Care Home, Inc. is an astounding community that offers assisted living and memory care. Here, residents enjoy the utmost care for their unique needs with a compassionate and highly trained team available around the clock. The community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment with an all-inclusive rate for residents’ comfort and convenience.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and meet new friends with a carefully curated calendar of fun activities and engaging programs for their enjoyment and wellness. Three delicious and healthy meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, incontinence care, and transportation services are available for residents’ comfort and convenience. Here, residents experience the highest quality of life in retirement with the community’s dedicated services and beautifully furnished amenities.

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Overview of Raya’s Paradise, Inc III

Ideally situated near convenient local amenities and restaurants in North Stanley Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, Raya’s Paradise Inc. III is a distinct community that offers residential care. The community strives to accommodate up to 6 residents with purposely designed and snug private rooms. Here, residents are guaranteed to receive the utmost care and support for their specific needs and preferences for a blissful retirement.

With fun-filled activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to maintain an active lifestyle and create friendships. Medication supervision, incontinence care, diabetic, and hypertension care are offered within the community to ensure residents are well cared for. Delectable and healthy meals are provided and special diets are catered to, for the finest dining experience. The community is an ideal setting for residents to spend their golden years without worries.

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Overview of The Peninsula Regent

As San Mateo’s foremost not-for-profit condominium community, The Peninsula Regent is designed for independent seniors aged 60 and beyond. What sets them apart is its unique approach; rather than the customary entrance fee that is often non-refundable, senior residents have the opportunity to invest in their very own homes.

The Peninsula not only secures a valuable asset for seniors and their heirs but also imparts a sense of comfort and peace of mind that comes with being part of this exceptional senior community. Here, an array of concierge services, excellent amenities, delectable dining selections, and daily social engagement await seniors, offering a carefree lifestyle that empowers them to pursue their passions and embrace life to the fullest wholeheartedly.

Contact The Peninsula Regent

Overview of Westmont of Escondido

Beautifully set in Escondido, CA, Westmont of Escondido is a blissful senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. Designed to encourage independence and overall well-being, the community provides just the right amount of assistance to its residents. Compassionate and specialized care is provided by a specially-trained team to those living with memory loss, ensuring they are able to continue their desired lifestyle despite their condition.

The community’s convenient location offers easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment venues, making it ideal for a vibrant retirement experience. Residents are also free to participate in the community’s wide array of activities and explore its amenities, including the heated pool, bistro, theater, and therapy services. At Westmont of Escondido, residents have access to various services, programs, and features that make their lives more enjoyable.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Lafayette

Soak in the sun with the idyllic senior living community of Merrill Gardens at Lafayette situated in the tranquil grounds of Second Street, Lafayette, CA, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Cherish personal time within the meticulously crafted and sophisticated residences of Merrill Gardens at Lafayette in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. With care plans tailored to seniors’ needs and aspirations, the community strives to deliver top-tier care and support for them to gain meaningful experiences.

Fostering a bright and friendly environment, Merrill Gardens at Lafayette ensures seniors live an active and blissful lifestyle through engaging activities and exciting programs. Have intimate moments with friends and pamper yourself with the fabulous amenities and serene spaces of the community. Eat well and feel good with well-balanced meals available throughout the day to cater to nutritional needs and preferences. Merrill Gardens at Lafayette is a haven for seniors seeking a peaceful retirement in its beautiful campus.

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La Vida Del Mar

850 Del Mar Downs Rd, Solana Beach, CA 92075
Overview of La Vida Del Mar

Explore an idyllic community with La Vida Del Mar located in Solana Beach, CA. The La Vida Del Mar is an inviting senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and integrated health care. Known for its coastal setting, this community stands out from the crowd. A variety of resort-style, pet-friendly, and spacious accommodations are available depending on their living terms.

Experience its exceptional amenities and services, including locally-sourced delightful meals fine dining experience on the patio at Calypso Restaurant, three-dimensional approach to wellness, pool activities, and local attraction trips. In addition, philanthropic opportunities, lifelong learning seminars, concerts and social happy hours, and arts and creative writing classes make every moment count in the living experience. Thus, seniors are assured of a reliving retirement with La Vida Del Mar.

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Overview of Carlton Senior Living Fremont

Carlton Senior Living Fremont offers independent living and assisted living in Fremont, CA. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks while the resident keeps a private apartment.

Having both levels in one community may suit someone whose needs could grow over time and who wants to remain in the same community. The community has 128 beds, with alcove, one bedroom, and two bedroom layouts; a two bedroom arrangement can work for a couple moving together.

The starting price is $4,495, although the care level connected to that rate is not specified. Carlton Senior Living operates the community, and Gianni Amari serves as administrator.

Located in the Central District, the community has a Walk Score of 90 out of 100, in the walker’s paradise band, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops and services on foot. Pets are allowed, and restaurant style dining provides healthy and delicious meals, while available transportation offers another way to get to activities and errands.

Events and Entertainment and Health & Wellness programs give residents organized activities to join. Respite care supports a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and short term rehabilitation provides a temporary, recovery focused stay.

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Overview of Vintage Faire Residential

Located in Stanislaus County, Modesto, CA, Vintage Faire Residential is a dedicated senior living community that offers premiere assisted living, palliative care, respite care, and hospice services. Residents settle into fully furnished rooms with patios and large front garden area for a relaxing living space with daily housekeeping services to keep the residence spotless and comfortable at all times. The community offers residents 24-hour supervision, 7 days a week and access to an array of supportive services for a comfortable and convenient living experience.

Planned activities, social functions, and outings are regularly conducted to provide residents plenty of opportunities for meaningful engagements and making enriching experiences. Residents are always energized and nourished with three home-cooked meals daily and two scheduled snacks prepared by a hardworking team of chefs. In addition to round-the-clock supervision, there are Emergency Call Systems installed in every residence to keep residents safe and provide them immediate response during emergencies.

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Overview of A Place Called Home – Quail Lake

Residing in the serene neighborhood at 4085 North Newport Bay, Clovis, CA, A Place Called Home – Quail Lake is a one-of-a-kind senior living community providing assisted living, memory care, and Parkinson’s care. The community features snug and sophisticated residences, ensuring seniors experience unparalleled comfort and care. Keep peace of mind with a team of kind and reliable professionals attending to your daily living activities and personal needs.

The community also features fall recovery and rehabilitation to ensure residents’ safety. With seniors’ tastes and dietary needs in mind, the community serves healthy and delicious meals for the finest dining experience. A Place Called Home – Quail Lake is a good place for seniors to receive the utmost care and assistance they deserve.

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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 1436 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.