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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. 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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.
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 Park Lane
AL
IL
MC
RC
Monterey
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 103
Rank #244 / 1,349
Yes
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 56
Rank #926 / 1,410
C37
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,102 / 1,292
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,024 / 1,338
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #120 / 1,298
55.0%
Facility 55.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,021 / 1,200
Pac Monterey Inc, Gp Of P Mont LP And Park Lane Mgr LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakmont of Torrance
AL
MC
Torrance
126
Facility 126
CA AVG 103
Rank #449 / 1,349
Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 56
Rank #498 / 1,410
A-26
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #931 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
61.9%
Facility 61.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #934 / 1,200
Oakmont Snr Lvg Of Torrance Opco And Oakmont Mgt GrpStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Sunwest
AL
IL
MC
Hemet
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 103
Rank #846 / 1,349
Yes
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,373 / 1,410
A-11
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #543 / 1,298
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #785 / 1,200
Summerville At Cobbco Inc And Emeritus CorporationStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Villa
Oakmont of Redwood City
AL
MC
Redwood City (South Fair Oaks)
127
Facility 127
CA AVG 103
Rank #444 / 1,349
Yes
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 56
Rank #227 / 1,410
A-30
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #890 / 1,292
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,024 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
61.4%
Facility 61.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #939 / 1,200
Sunrise Of Redwood Opco LLC And Oakmont Mgmt. Grp LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunlit Gardens
AL
MC
Alta Loma
172
Facility 172
CA AVG 103
Rank #212 / 1,349
Yes
52
Facility 52
CA AVG 56
Rank #847 / 1,410
B+10
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,134 / 1,298
54.1%
Facility 54.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,028 / 1,200
Cdr Rncho Cuc Trs LLC &Sunlit Gardens, LLCStudio
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at West San Jose
AL
IL
MC
San Jose (West Valley)
149
Facility 149
CA AVG 103
Rank #328 / 1,349
Yes
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 56
Rank #375 / 1,410
A-26
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #859 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,134 / 1,298
47.7%
Facility 47.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,109 / 1,200
Shp Vi Ms San Jose LLC And Morningstar Senior Mgmt LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria Park of San Mateo
AL
IL
MC
San Mateo (East San Mateo)
175
Facility 175
CA AVG 103
Rank #196 / 1,349
Yes
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 56
Rank #484 / 1,410
B+53
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,142 / 1,292
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,225 / 1,338
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #214 / 1,298
42.3%
Facility 42.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,147 / 1,200
Wg Hillsdale Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Whittier Glen Assisted Living
AL
MC
RC
Whittier
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 103
Rank #676 / 1,349
Yes
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 56
Rank #423 / 1,410
C+124
102
Facility 102
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,289 / 1,292
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,128 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 1,298
95.7%
Facility 95.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #162 / 1,200
Sycamore Senior Living, IncPrivate Rooms
Westmont of Brentwood
AL
IL
MC
Brentwood
155
Facility 155
CA AVG 103
Rank #273 / 1,349
Yes
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,164 / 1,410
C58
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,219 / 1,292
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,203 / 1,338
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #120 / 1,298
81.9%
Facility 81.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #455 / 1,200
Westmont Mgr Gp LLC, Gp Of Fresno Ops And Westmont LvngStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Evergreen Court
AL
HOS
MC
PC
RC
Fresno
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 56
Rank #897 / 1,410
F9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,184 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,134 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
Evergreen Life Care Homes IncPrivate Rooms

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Overview of Evergreen Court

Evergreen Court is a tight-knit community in the heart of Fresno, CA that offers compassionate assisted living services. Catering to a few residents, the community guarantees personalized care and 24/7 assistance with daily activities for utmost convenience. The community’s dedicated care team is also trained to provide memory care for those living with the challenges of memory loss, allowing them to lead fulfilling lives.

Services from a physician, physical therapist, and other skilled professionals are also available on-site for residents’ well-being and convenience. Nutritionally-balanced meals are provided to ensure everyone receives proper nourishment and nutrition. The community also coordinates with dependable hospice agencies to ensure residents are well-cared for even in the final stages of their lives.

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Overview of The Woodlake Senior Living

Tucked away in the vibrant neighborhood of Sacramento, CA, The Woodlake Senior Living provides a relaxing setting for assisted living and memory care. They welcome residents in a comforting environment with 24/7 supervision and daily living assistance from a team of compassionate and reliable caregivers. Conveniences like housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services are also available to make residents’ living experience as comfortable as possible.

Their team also curates an array of fun and enriching activities based on residents’ interests and abilities to make sure they find genuine enjoyment and enrichment. Dining moments are something to look forward to with fresh and nutritious meals served daily. Here, residents enjoy the comfort and care they deserve in an upscale environment that fosters vibrant experiences.

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Overview of MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena

MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena, situated in Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, California, is a dynamic community offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care services. Rooted in faith-based principles, MorningStar provides residents with a space to thrive and savor their golden years. 

The MorningStar team draws inspiration from their connections with seniors, recognizing the immense value seniors bring through their life experiences and wisdom. Their unwavering commitment to fostering an environment of warmth, compassion, and love distinguishes them. Whether it’s the dedicated staff, resort-style amenities, or the strong sense of community, MorningStar of Pasadena is dedicated to positively impacting the lives of its residents. 

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Ivy Park at San Ramon

9199 Fircrest Ln, San Ramon, CA 94583
Overview of Ivy Park at San Ramon

Ivy Park at San Ramon offers assisted living and memory care in San Ramon, California. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow from assisted living to memory care without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 162 beds, so residents live among more people and staff than they would in a smaller setting. Most beds are filled, with occupancy at 98%. Housing includes studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments, giving a resident or couple options for living alone or sharing a home. Pets are allowed. A Walk Score of 42 places the area in a car dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride; anyone who no longer drives would need transportation for routine trips. Oreisha Morgan serves as administrator, and the community is operated by Well Ivy 6 Tenant LLC and Oakmont Management Group.

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Westmont of Chico

2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, Chico, CA 95928
Overview of Westmont of Chico

Experience the lifestyle of your dreams with Westmont of Chico, a distinguished senior living community situated in the pristine lake of Chico, CA, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Residents have a comfortable and safe retirement with specially designed and cozy amenities of the community. With a respectful and highly skilled team caring for their needs and preferences, residents have more time to focus on the things they truly enjoy.

Participate in engaging activities and enjoyable programs to maintain an active and socially connected retirement. Here, residents have a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals that cater to their nutritional needs and tastes. Westmont of Chico goes above and beyond to provide the finest retirement experience with its incredible amenities and compassionate care.

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Overview of Coronado Retirement Village

Four kinds of care share one address at Coronado Retirement Village in Coronado, California, and the span is wide: assisted living for help with daily tasks, memory care in a supervised setting, hospice care, and respite.

Memory care answers a specific hour. A resident with dementia gets up at an odd time, decides there is somewhere they need to be, and supervision handles that without an argument nobody can win. Hospice care moves the goal to comfort for a resident at the end of life. Respite covers temporary relief for the caregiver who has been carrying the whole thing.

The community holds 120 beds, with 84 filled at the last count. Needs can shift here without a family starting the search over.

A salon handles grooming, the fitness center gives residents somewhere to move, and gardening and transportation are both available. The walk score is 40, so most errands need a car or a ride. Rajni Kharbanda administers the community, and Prrk Holdings operates it.

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Varenita of Simi Valley

3921 Cochran St, Simi Valley, CA 93063
Overview of Varenita of Simi Valley

Varenita of Simi Valley, located in Simi Valley, CA is a modern senior living community specializing in forward-thinking assisted living and memory care services in a boutique-style setting. This luxurious community boasts an innovative approach to senior care that strives to balance professionalism and make one feel at home. Residents are thrilled to be guided by compassionate caregivers to help them navigate first-class senior living in California. Varenita’s lifestyle is met with world-class hospitality and resort-style accommodations. Seniors maintain an active and comfortable lifestyle through wellness activities at the fitness center and indoor pool, stay creative at the arts and crafts studio, get together with friends and families at outdoor common areas, relax in fully furnished assisted living and memory care apartments, and maintain a healthy lifestyle through specialized, enriching programs.

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WellQuest of Granite Bay

9747 Sierra College Blvd, Granite Bay, CA 95746
Overview of WellQuest of Granite Bay

Nestled along Sierra College Boulevard near Folsom Lake in Granite Bay, CL, WellQuest of Granite Bay is a community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care to an upscale senior living experience. A wide array of well-appointed and spacious accommodations with several floor plans ranging from studios and one-or-two bedroom apartments that include kitchenettes, private baths, and more. In terms of memory care, WellQuest provides a collaborative team approach that includes input from family members that will be used as a personalized plan for each resident.

With its top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy restaurant-style dining, group fitness classes, community calendars and organized activities, in-room dining, personal care services for activities of daily living, and many more. At WellQuest of Granite Bay, seniors can truly enjoy a secure and pleasant living experience.

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Overview of Elk Grove Park

Elk Grove Park boasts an elegant and professional atmosphere that ensures a service delivered with compassion and respect. They offer assisted living and memory care options; residents of all lifestyles are encouraged to enjoy seamless access to the beautiful community features. Elk Grove has built its trusted reputation on terrific customer service, earning it the respect of a reliable senior living community.

As a Pegasus senior living community, residents receive convenient services and amenities to help residents; their essential services include personalized care plans, stimulating assisted living activities, specialized memory care services,  housekeeping and laundry, transportation, medication management, other health services, and a concierge. Accommodations include dining, walk-in showers with grab bars, and private outdoor spaces.

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Overview of Clearwater at North Tustin

A luxurious independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care facility at North Tustin, Clearwater, is a comfortable place that is inviting to all residents of different backgrounds. These are all created to ensure that residents can live a stress-free lifestyle and create a joyous experience in the community. The luxurious senior living community provides families with the belief that their loved ones are in great hands.

A member of the Clearwater group, North Tustin provides an array of upscale amenities and resort-like hospitality for residents of independent living, assisted living, and memory care.  Seniors can live a meaningful lifestyle through simple day-to-day living by its essential services such as housekeeping and laundry, transportation and concierge, and round-the-clock care.

Contact Clearwater at North Tustin

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.