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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. 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.
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.
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.
Brightwater Senior Living of Highland
AL
MC
Highland
115
Facility 115
CA AVG 103
Rank #529 / 1,350
C+No
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,052 / 1,411
31
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,032 / 1,292
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,128 / 1,338
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #509 / 1,299
79.1%
Facility 79.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #510 / 1,202
A+Highland Al-Mc Gp LLC As Gp Of Highland Al-Mc Grou-
Santa Anita Assisted Living
AL
RC
Arcadia
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #292 / 1,350
B-Yes
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 56
Rank #965 / 1,411
128
106
Facility 106
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,290 / 1,292
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,225 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #964 / 1,299
99.3%
Facility 99.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #145 / 1,202
-Santa Anita Assisted LivingSuite
Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care
AL
MC
NH
Carlsbad (Carlsbad Research Center)
226
Facility 226
CA AVG 103
Rank #94 / 1,350
B-No
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,256 / 1,411
39
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,102 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #964 / 1,299
62.4%
Facility 62.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #863 / 1,202
-Oakmont Of Carlsbad LLC And Oakmont Management GroupPrivate / Companion Suites
WellQuest of Elk Grove
AL
IL
MC
Elk Grove
170
Facility 170
CA AVG 103
Rank #216 / 1,350
BYes
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 56
Rank #972 / 1,411
35
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,066 / 1,292
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,024 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,299
62.9%
Facility 62.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #915 / 1,202
-Wellquest Elk Grove Tenantco LLC And Wellquest LivingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Citrus Place
AL
IL
MC
Riverside (Ramona)
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 103
Rank #359 / 1,350
B-Yes
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 56
Rank #912 / 1,411
33
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,121 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,299
61.4%
Facility 61.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #939 / 1,202
-Riverside Msl LLC And Msl Community Mnagement LLCStudio / 1 Bed Room
Oceanside Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Oceanside (Guajome)
165
Facility 165
CA AVG 103
Rank #231 / 1,350
B+Yes
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,272 / 1,411
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 #701 / 1,299
55.8%
Facility 55.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,014 / 1,202
-Hrse Pacficia Senior Living Oceanside Trs LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Channing House
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Palo Alto (University South)
264
Facility 264
CA AVG 103
Rank #67 / 1,350
CNo
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 56
Rank #30 / 1,411
12
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
-
81.1%
Facility 81.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #472 / 1,202
A+Channing House-
North La Costa Assisted Living
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Carlsbad (La Costa Valley)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
B-No
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,272 / 1,411
6
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #701 / 1,299
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,202
-North La Costa Assisted Living LLC-
Palm Village Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Reedley
262
Facility 262
CA AVG 103
Rank #68 / 1,350
BNo
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,327 / 1,411
13
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #25 / 1,299
24.0%
Facility 24.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,202 / 1,202
-Mennonite Brethren Homes, Inc-
Desert Cottages III
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
RC
Indio
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
B+Yes
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,240 / 1,411
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #509 / 1,299
--Desert Cottages, LLC1 Bed / Semi-Private

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Overview of Brightwater Senior Living of Highland

Brightwater Senior Living of Highland offers assisted living and memory care in Highland, California. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, so it may suit a person living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.

The community has 115 beds, with staff available around the clock. Respite care offers short term stays for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. Residents can use the fitness center, spa, barber and beauty salon, Orange Blossom Theater, and courtyards and patios with walking paths, while scheduled transportation is available by motor coach. A Walk Score of 37 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Marguerite Crockem serves as the administrator.

Starting Price $4,675/Month

Contact Brightwater Senior Living of Highland

Overview of Santa Anita Assisted Living

Santa Anita Assisted Living has been a distinguished provider of assisted living and short-term stays for over four decades, faithfully serving seniors in the greater Arcadia and Temple City areas since 1981. This community is dedicated to fostering a warm and nurturing environment that prioritizes seniors’ quality of life, ensuring peace of mind and safety as their top priorities. Santa Anita Assisted Living is the answer for those searching for a place without boredom. Heartwarming programs foster friendships, skill development, and an active lifestyle. With expert nursing care, ancillary medical services, and compassionate staff available around the clock, residents are cared for like cherished family members.

In this social and active community, residents engage in a busy calendar of activities and daily excursions that expose them to art, architecture, music, and more. With 24-hour security, a one-story facility, and three meals daily, Santa Anita Assisted Living prioritizes convenience and well-being. Whether requiring assistance with daily tasks or seeking companionship, their services are tailored to meet unique needs and preferences. Their commitment to excellence is unwavering, evident in the compassionate and personalized care extended to each resident. As a privately owned company, Santa Anita Assisted Living places the happiness and comfort of loved ones at the forefront, ensuring they receive the same level of care as if they were part of the Santa Anita family.

Contact Santa Anita Assisted Living

Overview of Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care

Vienna at Santianna, memory care offers assisted living, memory care, and nursing care in Carlsbad, CA. The community is in the Carlsbad Research Center neighborhood. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision and nursing care supports residents with nursing needs.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time. Private suites provide a single living space, while companion suites suit two people who want to live together. Tammie Sampedro serves as the administrator, and Vienna at Santianna, memory care is operated by Oakmont Of Carlsbad and Oakmont Management Group.

Contact Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care

WellQuest of Elk Grove

Sheldon Pacific, 8871 E Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove, CA 95624
Overview of WellQuest of Elk Grove

WellQuest of Elk Grove provides a comfortable community for its assisted living with memory care and independent living housing options. The luxurious retirement home creates a lifestyle that aims to provide an enjoyable lifestyle that cultivates individuality and growth. In a community focused on a continuum of care, the senior living experience of its residents is enhanced through its innovative and technologically advanced person-centered approach.

WellQuest aims to modernize senior living by focusing on the convenience and comfort of senior wellness by designing a lifestyle that caters to their needs.  Luxury accommodations extend to personalized care plans, scheduled housekeeping, specialized memory care activities, and ADLs.

Contact WellQuest of Elk Grove

Citrus Place

7898 California Ave, Riverside, CA 92504
Overview of Citrus Place

Citrus Place is an outstanding community set in the quiet residential area of California Avenue, Riverside, CA, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ welfare, providing top-tier care and assistance for their special needs, alongside specially designed studio and one-bedroom accommodations, to optimize comfort and safety. As a member of MBK Senior Living, the community features luxurious and high-quality services for residents to spend their later years without worries.

Elevate your retirement experience with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs tailored to your leisure and wellness. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals, catering to your dietary needs and tastes. Amenities include a swimming pool, a movie theater, a salon, a game room, and community gardens, perfect for recreation and socialization.

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Oceanside Senior Living

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

Oceanside Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in the Guajome neighborhood of Oceanside, California. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, giving families temporary support when they cannot provide care themselves.

Several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time. The community has 165 beds, bringing more residents and staff, along with more programming than a smaller setting.

Housing includes studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments. A resident can choose a private single space, while a couple or companion can move in together in a larger apartment.

Residents can use the pool, fitness center, salon, barber, spa, movie theater, gardens, walking paths, and benches for recreation, personal care, indoor entertainment, and time outdoors. Rehabilitation services and a wellness program provide structured support for physical activity and recovery, and transportation is available for trips beyond the community.

Pets are allowed, so residents may continue living with a pet. Kristel Angela Johnson serves as the administrator, and Hrse Pacficia Senior Living Oceanside Trs operates the community.

Contact Oceanside Senior Living

Overview of Channing House

Channing House offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing in Palo Alto, California. Nursing home and skilled nursing include licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between care levels can happen without leaving the community or starting over socially. Located in the University South neighborhood, Channing House opened in 1964. It has 264 beds, placing it among larger communities with more residents, staff, and usually more programming.

Residents can take part in classes, fitness, and wellness offerings within the community. A Walk Score of 96 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, where daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Rehabilitation services are also available through the community’s care offerings.

Yadira Aldana serves as the administrator. Channing House may be a good fit for someone who wants private or apartment living now, with access to assisted living, nursing home, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services if care needs increase.

Contact Channing House

Overview of North La Costa Assisted Living

Conveniently located in the heart of Carlsbad, CA, North La Costa Assisted Living is a welcoming senior living community that offers a blend of elegance and personalized care for seniors. The community provides a comprehensive range of care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care, all within beautifully designed living spaces. Residents can choose from a variety of thoughtfully designed accommodations with several floor plans, ensuring a comfortable living space tailored to individual needs.

The community is committed to holistic well-being, providing enriching activites such as music sessions and recreational outings. A dedicated team coordinates personalized healthcare services, from medication management to in-home medical visits. Moreover, residents can enjoy top-tier amenities such as pet therapy and wellness visits from stylists, creating a vibrant atmosphere where they can thrive. North La Costa Assisted Living is committed to fostering an engaging community focused on comfort, dignity enjoy for every resident.

Price range $3,500 - $4,500/Month

Contact North La Costa Assisted Living

Overview of Palm Village Retirement Community

Palm Village Retirement Community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home and skilled nursing care in Reedley, CA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Multiple care levels can support a resident’s move within the community as needs change, so Palm Village may be a good fit for someone whose care needs are likely to grow over time. The community has 262 beds, making it a larger setting with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Karely Alcantar serves as administrator, Jim Higbee is the director, and Mennonite Brethren Homes operates the community.

Residents can use the fitness center, walking paths, beauty shop, game area with pool table, and Barbara’s Diner for exercise, personal care, recreation, and dining. Group activities and transportation are provided, allowing residents to take part in organized outings without arranging transportation independently. Rehabilitation and restorative therapies support residents working to recover or maintain function, while the chapel and religious services provide an on-site place for worship; meals also receive extra attention to dietary restrictions and requirements.

Contact Palm Village Retirement Community

Overview of Desert Cottages III

Desert Cottages III provides assisted living, hospice care, memory care, residential care, and respite care in Indio, CA. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care centers on comfort and end of life needs, residential care provides ongoing support in a residential setting, and respite care gives a family caregiver a short stay option when they need to travel or recover.

Several care types in one community may suit a resident whose needs change over time, since care may continue without a move to another community. There are 6 beds, creating a small setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Housing includes one bed and semi private options, so residents can choose either a single occupancy arrangement or a shared setting.

Pets are allowed, which means a resident may keep a pet while living at the community. Elizabeth Hengstler serves as the administrator, and Desert Cottages operates the community. Desert Cottages III may be a good fit for someone who needs memory care, hospice care, or a short term respite stay within a small residential setting.

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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 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.