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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. 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.
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.
A complaint visit is an unannounced on-site visit by California's Community Care Licensing Division to investigate a complaint about the community, filed by a resident, a family member, staff or anyone else. A visit means a complaint was looked into, not that it was proven: the state may find it substantiated, inconclusive or unfounded. Fewer visits is better.
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 Vincent
AL
MC
San Rafael (Cerro)
126
Facility 126
CA AVG 93
Rank #452 / 1,517
CNo
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 56
Rank #696 / 1,408
46
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,214 / 1,459
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,366 / 1,505
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 12
Rank #1,087 / 1,473
70.6%
Facility 70.6%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #815 / 1,357
AOakmont Of San Rafael LLC And Wellquest Living, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakmont of Fresno
AL
MC
Fresno (Figarden)
122
Facility 122
CA AVG 93
Rank #477 / 1,517
CYes
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 56
Rank #878 / 1,408
44
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,287 / 1,459
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,327 / 1,505
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 12
Rank #554 / 1,473
62.3%
Facility 62.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1,051 / 1,357
A+Welltower North Fresno Tenant LLC And Oakmont Mgmt GrpStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria Las Posas
AL
IL
MC
RC
Camarillo
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 93
Rank #362 / 1,517
CYes
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 56
Rank #788 / 1,408
21
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,052 / 1,459
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,177 / 1,505
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 12
Rank #117 / 1,473
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #593 / 1,357
-Wg Las Posas Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Paradise Villa
AL
MC
RESC
Santa Cruz (Pleasant Acres Mobile Home Park)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 93
Rank #1,048 / 1,517
CNo
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 56
Rank #484 / 1,408
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,459
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,087 / 1,505
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 12
Rank #1,087 / 1,473
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #393 / 1,357
-A Paradise Villa, IncSuite
Diamond Bar RCFE
AL
RESC
Diamond Bar
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 93
Rank #1,048 / 1,517
C+No
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,029 / 1,408
7
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #278 / 1,459
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #542 / 1,505
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 12
Rank #1,269 / 1,473
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1 / 1,357
-Menola, LLCPrivate Rooms
Allora Senior Living
AL
Mission Viejo
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 93
Rank #1,048 / 1,517
C+No
53
Facility 53
CA AVG 56
Rank #832 / 1,408
5
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #278 / 1,459
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,505
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 12
Rank #713 / 1,473
33.3%
Facility 33.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1,324 / 1,357
-Allora Group LLCPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Sisters Assisted Living
AL
RESC
Modesto
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 93
Rank #1,048 / 1,517
C+No
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 56
Rank #745 / 1,408
12
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #638 / 1,459
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,505
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #950 / 1,473
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #893 / 1,357
-Sisters Independent Living And Assisted Living LLC1 Bed
The Windham by Cogir
AL
IL
Fresno
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 93
Rank #708 / 1,517
CYes
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 56
Rank #860 / 1,408
17
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #638 / 1,459
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,177 / 1,505
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 12
Rank #769 / 1,473
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #315 / 1,357
-Cadence Sl Windham Frsno LLC And Cap Ix-Windham LLCStudio / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Yucaipa Valley Board and Care
AL
RESC
Yucaipa
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 93
Rank #1,509 / 1,517
B-No
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,372 / 1,408
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,459
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,505
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 12
Rank #436 / 1,473
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1,086 / 1,357
-Daniella TodorutPrivate Rooms
Sunshine Villa, A Merrill Gardens Community
AL
MC
Santa Cruz
132
Facility 132
CA AVG 93
Rank #411 / 1,517
C+Yes
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 56
Rank #71 / 1,408
45
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,301 / 1,459
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,347 / 1,505
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #869 / 1,473
79.5%
Facility 79.5%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #603 / 1,357
-Mg Santa Cruz Subtenant LLC And Merrill Gardens LLCStudio / 1 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other CA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 1,600 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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The Vincent

1 Las Gallinas Ave, San Rafael, CA 94903
Overview of The Vincent

The Vincent offers assisted living and memory care in San Rafael, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time, including someone who may later need memory care.

The community has 126 beds and a 71% occupancy rate, so its current resident population does not fill every bed. Housing includes studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. A two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

The Vincent is in the Cerro neighborhood, where the Walk Score is 59. The area is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage certain outings independently. Maria Cortes serves as administrator, and the community is operated by Oakmont Of San Rafael and Wellquest Living.

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Oakmont of Fresno

5605 N Gates Ave, Fresno, CA 93722
Overview of Oakmont of Fresno

Oakmont of Fresno offers assisted living and memory care in Fresno, California. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Together, these options suit a resident whose support needs may increase over time.

The community has 122 beds, with studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences. A studio provides a single living space, while a two-bedroom layout can accommodate a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Oakmont of Fresno is in the Figarden neighborhood.

A Walk Score of 50 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can reach select nearby destinations independently. Pets are allowed, and the Caregiver Support program gives families a resource related to a resident’s care.

Heidi Setty serves as administrator, and the community is operated by Welltower North Fresno Tenant and Oakmont Mgmt Grp. A doctor is on staff, making medical oversight part of the community’s staffing.

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Overview of Atria Las Posas

Nestled in the tranquil neighborhood of Camarillo, CA, Atria Las Posas is a classic senior living community that offers a variety of living options including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Featuring warm and cozy floor plans including two types of studios and one-bedroom apartments, the community ensures a relaxing and secure residence. With 24-hour care and assistance from a friendly, compassionate, and skilled team, Atria Las Posas commits to high-quality service.

Atria Las Posas promotes a vibrant environment, providing its residents with signature programs such as Engage Life and Life Guidance. Engage Life encourages seniors to remain active and connected with different learning activities and fun programs to participate in while Life Guidance ensures that individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia regain their sense of independence. The community serves three chef-prepared meals daily to satisfy its residents’ dietary needs and cravings. Amenities include an outdoor fireplace and grill, a cognitive learning center, a library, a movie theater, a fitness center, a physical therapy center, a salon, a game room, serene courtyards and walking paths, and a sunlit patio.

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Overview of Paradise Villa

Offering assisted living with memory care services in a comfortable and secure environment, Paradise Villa Assisted Living & Memory Care is just a short distance from the scenic Santa Cruz coastline. Their staff is dedicated to providing personalized care plans that meet the individual needs of each resident. Residents can receive assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and transportation.

This assisted living community also features a secured memory care wing with specialized care for residents with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. The facility includes amenities like a common area for socializing, a beautifully landscaped courtyard with walking paths, and a patio for residents to relax and enjoy the fresh ocean air.

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Diamond Bar RCFE

1652 Maple Hill Rd, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Overview of Diamond Bar Rcfe

Diamond Bar Rcfe offers assisted living and residential care in Diamond Bar, CA, with six beds and private rooms. The small setting and a room of their own may suit someone who prefers a more intimate home. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while preserving private living space.

Health monitoring services address ongoing observation needs, while companionship and recreational activities give residents organized ways to spend time with others. Daily meals are cooked at the community, with dietary restrictions and preferences accommodated so meals can reflect individual needs. A Walk Score of 39 places the area in a car dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride, and a resident who no longer drives may need transportation for them. Johnny Ho serves as administrator, and Menola operates the community.

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Overview of Allora Senior Living

Located in sunny South Orange County’s Mission Viejo, California, the newly renovated Allora Senior Living offers residential assisted living for retirees looking to spend the golden years in comfort and leisure, with some daily assistance. Rest assured that with an efficient resident to staff ratio of 1:3, the professional and courteous team of this assisted living home will be available in a heartbeat to handle daily living activities and medical management.

Offering a warm and cozy home-like environment, seniors can enjoy spacious living quarters that are not only comfortable but also fully equipped. Bask in the California sunshine while savoring a delicious meal on the outdoor patio, whether in serene solitude or with some newfound friends.

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Overview of Sisters Assisted Living

In Modesto, CA, Sisters Assisted Living is home to assisted living and residential care. A resident in assisted living keeps their own space and is given a hand when it comes to medication, bathing, and dressing. Residential care is support delivered in a residential setting.

Six beds make it a small home for anyone who wants that kind of setting. A Walk Score of 57 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. Karen Fomby administers the home for its operator, Sisters Independent Living and Assisted Living LLC.

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Overview of The Windham by Cogir

The Windham by Cogir located in Fresno, CA, identifies two types of care. They include independent living and assisted living. Independent living provides residents with a personal residence along with communal services, but does not include daily assistance. In assisted living, residents maintain private apartments, while staff assist them with bathing, dressing, and medication management.

The 88 beds include studios, cottages, as well as one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Studios are intended for individual occupants, while a two-bedroom can be shared by couples or by someone who wants a companion.

At 51, the Walk Score indicates that the area is somewhat walkable, allowing walking to cover some errands while a non-driver can manage certain outings independently. The administrator is John Earley. Pet ownership is allowed for residents at The Windham.

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Yucaipa Valley Board and Care

33176 Colorado St, Yucaipa, CA 92399
Overview of Yucaipa Valley Board and Care

Enveloped by serene nature and stunning sceneries, Yucaipa Valley Board and Care in Colorado Street, Yucaipa, CA, is an exceptional senior living community providing assisted living. The community also features a wide array of personal and healthcare services such as physical, speech, and occupational therapy, assistance with daily living, and 24-hour nurse assistance. With its intimate residence that can accommodate up to 5 residents, the community promises comfort and safety. Live a sophisticated retirement and cherish moments with Yucaipa Valley Board and Care.

Discover new interests and enjoy meaningful interactions with a wide array of fun activities and wellness programs conducted for leisure and well-being. The community doubles its efforts to ensure seniors live their lives to the fullest, handling the mundane chores. Yucaipa Valley Board and Care is a place where seniors find solace with its peaceful residences filled with genuine people.

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Overview of Sunshine Villa, a Merrill Gardens Community

Sunshine Villa, a Merrill Gardens Community, is a senior living community situated in the vibrant heart of Santa Cruz, within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Wharf, beach, and boardwalk. With individualized care services catered to each resident’s needs and preferences, this historic landmark provides high-quality assisted living and memory care. Since 1990, Sunshine Villa has been a dependable member of the Santa Cruz community, offering top-notch care in a lovely, idyllic environment.

Sunshine Villa’s goal is to provide its residents with a satisfying and rewarding lifestyle, and it is committed to meeting and beyond their expectations. The community offers a number of amenities, such as chef-prepared meals, elegantly furnished common rooms, a library, landscaped gardens with courtyards, private dining room, on-site RNs/LPNs, and a Victorian sunporch, ensuring a comfortable and engaging living experience.

Starting Price $5,395/Month

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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: 93The 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.