Nestled in Highland, California, Brightwater Senior Living of Highland offers a unique retirement living experience designed to enhance wellness, comfort, and independence. Residents enjoy stunning landscaping, elegant decor, and a broad range of amenities, all complemented by 24/7 healthcare support from licensed nurses and assistants. Brightwater goes beyond traditional senior living by offering flexible living options without buy-in fees or long-term leases. This vibrant community fosters a fulfilling lifestyle. Residents can explore their creativity with new skills, join the choir, or stay active in the fitness center. Relaxation comes easy at the spa, library, or Orange Blossom Theater. Brightwater’s beautiful courtyards and patios with walking paths provide opportunities to connect with nature, while the surrounding area boasts historical charm, cultural attractions, and easy access to top-rated medical facilities.
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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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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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.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
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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.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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| Brightwater Senior Living of Highland | AL MC | Highland | 115
Facility
115
CA AVG
103
Rank
#529 / 1,350 | No |
37
Facility
37
CA AVG
56
Rank
#1,052 / 1,411 | C+ | 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 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
CA AVG
56
Rank
#965 / 1,411 | B- | 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 Living | Suite |
| Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care | AL MC NH | Carlsbad (Carlsbad Research Center) | 226
Facility
226
CA AVG
103
Rank
#94 / 1,350 | No |
18
Facility
18
CA AVG
56
Rank
#1,256 / 1,411 | B- | 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 |
65.9%
Facility
65.9%
CA AVG
74.1%
Rank
#863 / 1,202 | - | Oakmont Of Carlsbad LLC And Oakmont Management Group | Private / Companion Suites |
| WellQuest of Elk Grove | AL IL MC | Elk Grove | 170
Facility
170
CA AVG
103
Rank
#216 / 1,350 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
CA AVG
56
Rank
#972 / 1,411 | B | 35 | 21
Facility
21
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1,066 / 1,292 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1,024 / 1,338 | 5
Facility
5
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 Living | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Citrus Place | AL IL MC | Riverside (Ramona) | 140
Facility
140
CA AVG
103
Rank
#359 / 1,350 | Yes |
48
Facility
48
CA AVG
56
Rank
#912 / 1,411 | B- | 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 LLC | Studio / 1 Bed Room |
| Channing House | AL IL NH SNF | Palo Alto (University South) | 264
Facility
264
CA AVG
103
Rank
#67 / 1,350 | No |
96
Facility
96
CA AVG
56
Rank
#30 / 1,411 | C | 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 | No |
16
Facility
16
CA AVG
56
Rank
#1,272 / 1,411 | B- | 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 | No |
9
Facility
9
CA AVG
56
Rank
#1,327 / 1,411 | B | 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 | Yes |
19
Facility
19
CA AVG
56
Rank
#1,240 / 1,411 | B+ | 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, LLC | 1 Bed / Semi-Private |
| Pacifica Royale Assisted Living | AL | Midway City | 132
Facility
132
CA AVG
103
Rank
#408 / 1,350 | No |
76
Facility
76
CA AVG
56
Rank
#354 / 1,411 | A- | 12 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#556 / 1,292 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#679 / 1,338 | 23
Facility
23
CA AVG
13
Rank
#263 / 1,299 | - | - | Pacifica Royale Assisted Living Comm., Inc | - |
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 1,430 on this page. See how we rank facilities
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.
Nestled in the beautiful town of Carlsbad, CA, Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care provides a warm and boutique approach to memory care, ideal for those in the Carlsbad community seeking specialized support. As an intimate family-owned property, this community focuses on nurturing strong connections and delivering exceptional and personalized care. With 56 well-appointed suites featuring open floor plans, large windows, and modern finishes, residents can enjoy spacious accommodations alongside carefully curated shared spaces that promote comfort and social engagement.
The community’s dedication to quality of life is reflected in a wide array of amenities, including a charming courtyard with garden beds and a welcoming lobby bistro. Daily life is enhanced by its signature memory care program, “The Journey”, which combines meaningful activities and wellness programs tailored to each resident’s cognitive abilities. Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care invites residents to experience joy, connection, and a true sense of belonging.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Peacefully set in the quiet neighborhood of Pettirosso St, Indio, CA, Desert Cottages III, is an idyllic retreat that focuses on dementia and Alzheimer’s care. The community strives to provide a safe place for up to six residents with its cozy and quaint setting. A compassionate and highly skilled team attends to residents’ special needs 24/7 to ensure their comfort and safety. With over 30 years of experience, residents are guaranteed to receive the utmost care they deserve.
Promoting belongingness and an active lifestyle, the community conducts enriching activities and stimulating programs for residents’ leisure and wellness. Handicap accessible amenities are also provided for residents’ safety. The community is ideal for those seeking to enhance their cognition with its specialized care and purposely designed amenities.
Pacifica Royale Assisted Living provides assisted living in Midway City, California, with support for daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while residents maintain their own routines. It may suit someone who needs help with everyday activities while retaining independence.
The home has 132 beds. A beauty shop brings grooming services on site, and the game room and outdoor patios offer dedicated places for recreation and time outside. Transportation is available for destinations beyond the community, while the area’s Walk Score of 76 means most errands can be handled on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently. Edward Maslobodsky serves as administrator, and Pacifica Royale Assisted Living Comm. operates the community.
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials. Rank badges compare each community against other assisted living communities in the same state — never against a different care type.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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
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
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
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
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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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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 1430 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.



















