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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| OakView Health Center | AL MC NH SNF | Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village) | 63
Facility
63
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1063 / 1657 | No |
20
Facility
20
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1846 / 2092 | 89
Facility
89
CA AVG
81
Rank
#461 / 1401 | 7 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#529 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 18
Facility
18
CA AVG
13
Rank
#428 / 1487 |
79.4%
Facility
79.4%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#608 / 1368 | A+ | Oakview Hc LLC | Private / Semi-Private Rooms |
| The Reutlinger Community | AL IL MC NH SNF | Danville | 120
Facility
120
CA AVG
103
Rank
#561 / 1657 | No |
30
Facility
30
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1720 / 2092 | 86
Facility
86
CA AVG
81
Rank
#630 / 1401 | 22 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
13
Rank
#889 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 26
Facility
26
CA AVG
13
Rank
#205 / 1487 |
65.0%
Facility
65.0%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1008 / 1368 | A+ | Reutlinger Community, The And Eskaton Properties Inc | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Spring Lake Village | AL NH IL MC | Santa Rosa (Melita) | 679
Facility
679
CA AVG
103
Rank
#8 / 1657 | No |
13
Facility
13
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1926 / 2092 | 88
Facility
88
CA AVG
81
Rank
#513 / 1401 | 13 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
13
Rank
#654 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 39
Facility
39
CA AVG
13
Rank
#45 / 1487 | - | A+ | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Canterbury Woods | AL IL NH SNF | Pacific Grove | 190
Facility
190
CA AVG
103
Rank
#179 / 1657 | No |
81
Facility
81
CA AVG
57
Rank
#384 / 2092 | 91
Facility
91
CA AVG
81
Rank
#355 / 1401 | 9 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 42
Facility
42
CA AVG
13
Rank
#34 / 1487 |
72.6%
Facility
72.6%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#786 / 1368 | A+ | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| San Francisco Towers | AL NH IL MC | San Francisco (Cathedral Hill) | 350
Facility
350
CA AVG
103
Rank
#36 / 1657 | No |
99
Facility
99
CA AVG
57
Rank
#2 / 2092 | 93
Facility
93
CA AVG
81
Rank
#242 / 1401 | 9 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#592 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
13
Rank
#158 / 1487 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1 / 1368 | - | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens | AL IL MC NH SNF | Pomona | 520
Facility
520
CA AVG
103
Rank
#16 / 1657 | No |
45
Facility
45
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1474 / 2092 | 94
Facility
94
CA AVG
81
Rank
#185 / 1401 | 12 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#441 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 33
Facility
33
CA AVG
13
Rank
#91 / 1487 |
75.4%
Facility
75.4%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#719 / 1368 | - | Congregational Homes, Incorporated | Studio |
| O‘Connor Woods | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Stockton (Sherwood Manor) | 499
Facility
499
CA AVG
103
Rank
#23 / 1657 | Yes |
22
Facility
22
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1826 / 2092 | 94
Facility
94
CA AVG
81
Rank
#185 / 1401 | 11 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 34
Facility
34
CA AVG
13
Rank
#81 / 1487 |
73.4%
Facility
73.4%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#761 / 1368 | - | O'connor Woods Housing | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Vi at La Jolla Village | AL IL MC NH SNF | San Diego (University City) | 783
Facility
783
CA AVG
103
Rank
#5 / 1657 | No |
88
Facility
88
CA AVG
57
Rank
#218 / 2092 | 84
Facility
84
CA AVG
81
Rank
#731 / 1401 | 29 | 17
Facility
17
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1061 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 27
Facility
27
CA AVG
13
Rank
#183 / 1487 |
69.3%
Facility
69.3%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#865 / 1368 | - | Ccw La Jolla LLC, Cc La Jolla LLC, And Classic Res Mgmt | Suite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| University Retirement Community | AL HC IL MC NH SNF | Davis (West Davis) | 500
Facility
500
CA AVG
103
Rank
#22 / 1657 | No |
54
Facility
54
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1242 / 2092 | 91
Facility
91
CA AVG
81
Rank
#355 / 1401 | 12 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#529 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
13
Rank
#158 / 1487 | - | - | Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| The Vineyards – California Armenian Home | AL IL MC NH RESC SNF | Fresno (Roosevelt) | 412
Facility
412
CA AVG
103
Rank
#27 / 1657 | No |
24
Facility
24
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1798 / 2092 | 91
Facility
91
CA AVG
81
Rank
#355 / 1401 | 14 | 8
Facility
8
CA AVG
13
Rank
#762 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 41
Facility
41
CA AVG
13
Rank
#38 / 1487 |
54.1%
Facility
54.1%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1181 / 1368 | - | California Home For The Aged Inc | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Vi at Palo Alto | AL IL MC NH SNF | Palo Alto | 876
Facility
876
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1 / 1657 | No |
80
Facility
80
CA AVG
57
Rank
#417 / 2092 | 90
Facility
90
CA AVG
81
Rank
#398 / 1401 | 20 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
13
Rank
#850 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 21
Facility
21
CA AVG
13
Rank
#336 / 1487 |
73.1%
Facility
73.1%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#773 / 1368 | - | Cc Palo Alto LLC And Classic Res. Mgmt. Ltd. Partner | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla | AL NH RESC | La Jolla (University City) | 220
Facility
220
CA AVG
103
Rank
#117 / 1657 | No |
69
Facility
69
CA AVG
57
Rank
#768 / 2092 | 87
Facility
87
CA AVG
81
Rank
#568 / 1401 | 2 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#592 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1100 / 1487 |
88.6%
Facility
88.6%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#311 / 1368 | - | Hsre-Bv IV Trs LLC And Belmont Three LLC Et Al | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Webster House | AL IL NH SNF | Palo Alto (Crescent Park) | 54
Facility
54
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1123 / 1657 | No |
90
Facility
90
CA AVG
57
Rank
#171 / 2092 | 94
Facility
94
CA AVG
81
Rank
#185 / 1401 | 7 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
13
Rank
#610 / 1487 |
90.7%
Facility
90.7%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#261 / 1368 | - | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Covenant Living at the Samarkand | AL MC NH SNF | Santa Barbara (Samarkand) | 379
Facility
379
CA AVG
103
Rank
#31 / 1657 | No |
50
Facility
50
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1345 / 2092 | 90
Facility
90
CA AVG
81
Rank
#398 / 1401 | 6 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
13
Rank
#210 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 33
Facility
33
CA AVG
13
Rank
#91 / 1487 |
85.2%
Facility
85.2%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#379 / 1368 | A+ | Covenant Living West | - |
| The Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens a CCRC | AL IL MC NH SNF | Fresno | 652
Facility
652
CA AVG
103
Rank
#9 / 1657 | No |
57
Facility
57
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1157 / 2092 | 88
Facility
88
CA AVG
81
Rank
#513 / 1401 | 4 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#529 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 32
Facility
32
CA AVG
13
Rank
#106 / 1487 |
57.2%
Facility
57.2%
CA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#1147 / 1368 | A+ | Humangood & Humangood Norcal & Humangood Fresno | - |
Located on the picturesque landscapes of Esteban Street, Tujunga, CA, Foothill Retirement is an astounding senior living community that provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Prioritizing seniors’ comfort and wellness, the community features purposely crafted and spacious accommodations. Spend your golden years doing what you love with exceptional care and support from a kind and compassionate team.
Foothill Retirement goes above and beyond to ensure residents have the finest experience, conducting stimulating activities and engaging programs for enjoyment and wellness. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals satisfying dietary requirements and preferences. Foothill Retirement is great for seniors looking to live a well-rounded lifestyle with its serene spaces and scenic views.
The Point at Rockridge Senior Living is an award-winning senior living community in Oakland, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community offers distinctive floor plans, including studio and one-bedroom options each with a kitchenette and refrigerator. Emergency call systems and a dedicated team is available 24/7 to provide support and assistance should residents need it.
Recognized as a Best Assisted Living community by the U.S. news and World Report, the community proves its excellence in providing unparalleled care and senior living services. With services like weekly housekeeping and concierge services, residents enjoy utmost convenience and peace of mind. A wide array of beautiful amenities, such as elegant private dining rooms, fitness center, salon, cozy common areas, fitness center, and restaurant-style dining, add to the charm and advantage of living in The Point at Rockridge Senior Living.
The Watermark at San Ramon is a resort-inspired senior living community located in San Ramon, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. The community offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with modern kitchenettes, as well as elegant dining spaces bathed in natural light. Highly trained caregivers are on hand 24/7 to assist with daily living activities, memory care services, and medication management.
Inside The Watermark at San Ramon, residents experience a luxurious lifestyle with a variety of amenities and programs designed to enhance their well-being. Residents can take advantage of restaurant-style dining, an array of wellness programs, and scheduled transportation. Housekeeping services are provided to keep residents from doing tedious chores and making sure they are living in a cozy and neat living environment. Here, residents have access to compassionate services, a dynamic community life calendar, and friendly neighbors, all of which contribute to a vibrant and fulfilling senior living experience.
Overlooking the picturesque scenery of Highland Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga is a unique senior living community providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With its luxurious and well-designed residences including a wide array of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, seniors experience unrivaled comfort and security. The community goes above and beyond to deliver world-class care and assistance for seniors living without worries.
Spend your golden years in the vibrant and inviting environment of Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga. Participate in a jam-packed calendar of activities and engage in fun programs to maintain an actively engaged lifestyle. Delight with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. With its stunning amenities and scenic views, Merrill Gardens at Rancho Cucamonga strives to provide a safe place for seniors to thrive and enjoy every moment of their retirement.
Oakmont Senior Living, a luxury assisted living in Novato is dedicated to providing seniors with a supportive environment and enjoy their golden years to the fullest. With a focus on personalized care, state-of-the-art amenities, and a compassionate team, Oakmont Senior Living offers a warm and welcoming home for older adults seeking a high-quality assisted living experience.
Oakmont’s Novato location is the ideal choice. The community creates a sense of belonging that is second to none, as it is a place where family and community come together.
Oakmont of Novato prioritizes the peace of mind of its residents and their families, offering a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet individual needs. With a dedicated wellness center, full-time nurse, and exceptional dining experiences, the community ensures that every aspect of its residents’ well-being is addressed with the utmost care and attention.
Nestled in the beauty of El Dorado Hills, Oakmont of El Dorado Hills offers an exquisite senior living community that caters to the diverse needs of its residents. The dedicated team is committed to providing exceptional care and support, offering a range of senior living options, including assisted living and memory care services. With luxurious amenities, beautifully designed living spaces, and a vibrant community atmosphere, Oakmont of El Dorado Hills is the perfect place for residents to enjoy retirement living at its finest.
The community takes great pride in engaging and connecting with residents on a daily basis, designing every aspect with their needs in mind. Residents eagerly anticipate every meal, excursion, and activity, and can experience the warmth, comfort, and elegance that define this luxury retirement community.
Residents can immerse themselves in the beautiful scenic gardens, where they can stroll along winding paths, enjoy the shade of fruit trees, and participate in outdoor events in the courtyard. The community’s commitment to providing a vibrant and engaging environment ensures that residents can embark on a journey of active and fulfilling living.
Ivy Park at Culver City is an upscale assisted living community in Los Angeles, CA, that offers personal care and memory care. Here, older adults can live to their potential in retirement with its resort-style setting. A maintenance-free retirement is also guaranteed with exceptional services, including all-day dining, weekly housekeeping, and on-site maintenance. To meet residents’ needs and preferences, the community develops individualized care plans.
Educational programs, social events, and light exercises are among the many activities that aim to help residents stay active and make friends. Top-notch amenities, including beautiful gardens, a fitness center, and a library, are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. With its ideal location in the lively neighborhood of Los Angeles, near restaurants and public transportation, residents can easily access their needs and leisure. As one of the best choices for senior living in California, this assisted living community continuously provides high-quality services for older adults’ well-being.
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.
Avant Garde is a gorgeous facility that offers gorgeous views, making this community unlike any other. This facility makes sure to offer a personalized experience for their residents. The staff are also professionals that have been trained to take care of the seniors in the community, making sure that their needs are met.
There are several amenities that are unique to Avant Garde. They offer various services, specifically assistance and support on daily tasks. In addition to this, they also have activities and events made for everyone ensuring that all the residents will enjoy their time here.
Carefield Pleasanton’s vision is to cultivate a community where seniors who require memory care thrive in a supportive and engaging environment. Located in Pleasanton, California, the community celebrates individuality while offering state-of-the-art programs and activities. Carefield Pleasanton aims to be an oasis of life enjoyment, fostering meaningful connections among residents, staff, friends, and family.
The community offers exemplary amenities and services to meet residents’ diverse needs. They ensure a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle with 24-hour staffing, delicious meals, engaging programs, and beautiful outdoor spaces. Residents can enjoy social, cultural, and recreational activities, personalized care plans, and convenient transportation for medical appointments, all designed to promote well-being and happiness.
Ranking Methodology
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.
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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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 1431 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.


















