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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,435 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. 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.
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.
Santa Barbara Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Santa Barbara (Oak Park)
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 103
Rank #956 / 1,349
Yes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 56
Rank #353 / 1,410
F43
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,102 / 1,292
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,321 / 1,338
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #432 / 1,298
44.4%
Facility 44.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,137 / 1,200
A+Pac Coast Inc., Pacifica Coast LP, And Santa Barbara Mgr1 Bed / 2 Bed
Belmare Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Oakdale
114
Facility 114
CA AVG 103
Rank #535 / 1,349
Yes
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 56
Rank #520 / 1,410
C-52
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,102 / 1,292
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,307 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,298
69.3%
Facility 69.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #738 / 1,200
A-Belmare Senior Living LLC And Onelife Senior Lvng. LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oceanside Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Oceanside (Guajome)
165
Facility 165
CA AVG 103
Rank #231 / 1,349
Yes
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,270 / 1,410
B+37
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,032 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #699 / 1,298
55.8%
Facility 55.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,014 / 1,200
A+Hrse Pacficia Senior Living Oceanside Trs LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
CalOaks Senior Living
AL
RESC
Riverside (La Sierra)
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 103
Rank #782 / 1,349
No
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 56
Rank #764 / 1,410
C48
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,165 / 1,292
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,128 / 1,338
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #508 / 1,298
70.3%
Facility 70.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #712 / 1,200
C+Caloaks Care Group, IncPrivate / Shared Rooms
Silverado Sierra Vista Memory Care Community
AL
MC
Azusa
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 103
Rank #709 / 1,349
Yes
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 56
Rank #764 / 1,410
B-22
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #980 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,298
78.2%
Facility 78.2%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #529 / 1,200
-Silverado Sierra Vista LLC And Silverado Sr. Lvng MgmtPrivate Rooms
MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena
AL
IL
MC
Pasadena (South Arroyo)
310
Facility 310
CA AVG 103
Rank #46 / 1,349
Yes
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 56
Rank #196 / 1,410
B+41
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,093 / 1,292
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,085 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
49.0%
Facility 49.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,096 / 1,200
-Olympic Senior Care LLC:morningstar Mgt Snr LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
WellQuest of Granite Bay
AL
IL
MC
Granite Bay
135
Facility 135
CA AVG 103
Rank #397 / 1,349
Yes
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,373 / 1,410
A+21
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,298
52.6%
Facility 52.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,043 / 1,200
-Wellquest Granite Bay Tenantco And Wellquest LivingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Elk Grove Park
AL
MC
Elk Grove (Laguna)
108
Facility 108
CA AVG 103
Rank #573 / 1,349
No
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 56
Rank #641 / 1,410
D46
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,121 / 1,292
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,254 / 1,338
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #543 / 1,298
79.6%
Facility 79.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #500 / 1,200
-S-H Opco Laguna Creek, LLC And Oakmont Mgmt. Grp. LLCStudio / 1 bed
Clearwater at North Tustin
AL
MC
Santa Ana
124
Facility 124
CA AVG 103
Rank #466 / 1,349
Yes
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,110 / 1,410
B-22
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #890 / 1,292
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,085 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
90.3%
Facility 90.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #219 / 1,200
-Clearwater At North Tustin, LLC: Csl Berkshire OpeStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at San Ramon
AL
MC
San Ramon
162
Facility 162
CA AVG 103
Rank #240 / 1,349
Yes
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 56
Rank #998 / 1,410
C-44
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,078 / 1,292
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,203 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
97.5%
Facility 97.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #150 / 1,200
-Well Ivy 6 Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 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 1,435 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of CalOaks Senior Living

Ideally situated near Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center in Polk Street, Riverside, CA, CalOaks Senior Living is a trusted continuing care community that offers assisted living. The community offers the highest quality of care with a kind and highly trained team attending to residents’ needs 24/7. Here, residents’ needs and preferences are prioritized to ensure their comfort and convenience.

Have fun with a well-thought-of calendar of stimulating activities and enriching programs for leisure and wellness. Delicious and healthy meals are also served daily to meet residents’ tastes and dietary needs. The community also offers incontinence care, medication management, and respite care for residents’ healthcare needs. Make every moment of your best years count while receiving the utmost care and support you deserve.

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Oceanside Senior Living

5508 Avenida Pacifica Wy, Oceanside, CA 92057
Overview of Oceanside Senior Living

Oceanside Senior Living, in Oceanside, California, treats its residents like family. They offer memory care, independent living, respite care, and assisted living services tailored to seniors’ needs and preferences. The community provides a wide range of engaging activities and programs, creating a beautiful and serene environment for residents to enjoy with a comprehensive array of services and amenities, including round-the-clock staff support, housekeeping, and laundry services.

The community prioritizes the independence and well-being of its residents, ensuring that their unique care needs are met with personalized attention—the elegant and inviting atmosphere that promotes self-care and encourages residents to engage in physical activity. The beautiful outdoor courtyard offers residents a peaceful place to stroll and connect with nature. Combined with exceptional services and world-class amenities, Oceanside Senior Living provides peace of mind to families in the community.

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Overview of Belmare Senior Living

Spend your golden years surrounded by kind and genuine people in Belmare Senior Living, a warm and inviting community in Oakdale, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. They ensure residents are given personalized care that best aligns with their needs and preferences, allowing them to receive the proper amount of care to maintain their independence. Those needing extra love and care have access to a 24/7 care team trained to assist them with their daily living activities, personal hygiene, medication reminders and more.

Their memory care unit is always ready to welcome residents with memory conditions in a safe and secure environment with specialized care and programming. A full calendar of activities provides residents with plenty of opportunities to make enriching experiences and social connections. Whether you’re seeking comfort, independence, or convenience, Belmare Senior Living is committed to delivering everything you need for a fulfilling living experience.

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Overview of Santa Barbara Memory Care

Santa Barbara Memory Care is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care home with an exquisite environment guaranteed to make residents feel welcome in their friendly atmosphere. The senior living community provides a life of amenities and services that create a comfortable and secure environment for residents. Whatever you seek, the community is ready to help and offer it. Santa Barbara Memory Care is an elegant community that ensures the trust and dedication of the staff to provide quality care and service – which families have recognized time and time again.

Santa Barbara Memory Care’s lifestyle is centered on the comfort and flexibility of its residents through residential assisted living amenities and services such as housekeeping, laundry, social events, recreational activities, fitness classes, medication management, and transportation.

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The Cottages of Carmel

26245 Carmel Rancho Blvd, Carmel, CA 93923
Overview of The Cottages of Carmel

Set amidst lush landscaping and a breathtaking mountain backdrop at Carmel, CA,  The Cottages of Carmel provides luxurious senior living options, including memory care, assisted living, and retirement living, guaranteeing a caring atmosphere for different care levels. In addition to various outdoor activities, the community provides a safe environment and features spacious apartment units, ranging from a studio, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments, and a companion suite along with 24-hour care support.

The Cottages of Carmel is dedicated to developing a vibrant neighborhood where people can live happy, meaningful lives and create enduring memories. Residents enjoy various amenities, including fine dining, fun activities, and an extensive wellness program in the community.  The community also provides weekly housekeeping and all-day dining, individualized care, and prescription administration to ensure each resident has access to care services that they may require. Additional amenities include raised garden beds, a cafe, a full-service hairdresser, and outdoor and indoor lounging areas where residents can gather and enjoy meaningful conversations.

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Overview of Milan Villa Senior Living

Live a fulfilling retirement lifestyle in Milan Villa Senior Living, a warm and welcoming community in Livermore, CA dedicated to offering various levels of care. They provide residents the convenience of having independent living, assisted living, memory care, and hospice care for their ever-changing needs. The community ensures residents feel safe and cared for by offering them 24-hour care and assistance with their daily routines, personal care, and medication management.

Milan Villa consistently makes an effort to help residents live a vibrant and enriched lifestyle through its wide array of fun activities and events. Residents can savor family-style meals and snacks that are prepared to be healthy and accommodating to special dietary needs. With the convenience of transportation, housekeeping, and maintenance services, residents can freely enjoy their passions and focus on living their best lives amidst the community’s nurturing setting.

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Crown Cove

3901 East Coast Hwy, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
Overview of Crown Cove

Nestled along the charming community of Corona del Mar, CA, Crown Cove Senior Living offers exceptional assisted living and memory care services in a serene coastal setting. This vibrant community features thoughtfully designed residences with spacious floor plans, each offering comfort and modern conveniences. Residents can receive compassionate support tailored to their needs, ensuring a fulfilling lifestyle in a beautiful California paradise.

This community prides itself on creating a welcoming environment enriched by amenities such as an ocean view observation deck, a cozy coffee shop, and inviting outdoor spaces. Residents can also enjoy gourmet dining with daily chef specials, engaging activities, and a dedicated team available 24/7. At Crown Cove, life is elevated with meaningful connections, expert care, and a focus on living each day to its fullest.

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Portola Gardens

350 University St, San Francisco, CA 94134
Overview of Portola Gardens

Peacefully nestled near Louis Sutter Playground Park and Parega Recreation Center in University Street, San Francisco, CA, Portola Gardens is an idyllic haven that offers assisted living. Residents enjoy the highest quality of care with a respectful and well-trained team helping with their daily living activities 24/7. With its refurbished accommodations, this community strives to accommodate up to 74 residents and ensure their comfort and safety.

Residents will not run out of things to do with a jam-packed calendar of recreational activities and exciting events that highlight their interests and strengths. Delightful and healthy dining options are served for residents to enjoy a satisfactory dining experience that satisfies their nutritional needs and preferences. The community also provides medication management, mental health support, and hospice coordination to ensure residents age gracefully.

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Blissful Garden

4210 Product Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682
Overview of Blissful Garden

Blissful Garden provides assisted living and memory care in Cameron Park, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With 46 beds, Blissful Garden is a smaller community where staff and residents get to know each other, and the combination of assisted living and memory care can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Motuomanono Sokimi serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Regency Palms Senior Living

With a 91-bed capacity, Regency Palms Senior Living is a 55+ residential care community in Long Beach, CA, that offers assisted living, rehabilitation services, and respite care. The community also features one- and two-bedroom apartments in a high-rise building. Transportation services, short-term rehabilitation, and meals are also offered to support residents’ daily living. Licensed nurses, certified nursing assistants, and 24-hour staffing are also available to provide care.

Fitness activities and recreational programs encourage active living and help residents maintain holistic well-being. Its surrounding area is also a Walker’s Paradise, with a Walk Score of 96, allowing residents to access nearby amenities on foot. Notably, the community has received several complaints related to inadequate supervision causing resident injuries, medication errors, and other resident-related concerns. Regency Palms Senior Living is currently operating at 81% occupancy, with 74 of 91 beds occupied.

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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 1435 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.