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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: 57/ 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: 104The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around California

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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Pomona
520
Facility 520
CA AVG 104
Rank #16 / 1644
No
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 57
Rank #1470 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
12
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #92 / 1497
84.0% -Congregational Homes, IncorporatedStudio
Vi at La Jolla Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
San Diego (University City)
783
Facility 783
CA AVG 104
Rank #5 / 1644
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 57
Rank #218 / 2087
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #731 / 1400
29
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1055 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #159 / 1497
69.3% -Ccw La Jolla LLC, Cc La Jolla LLC, And Classic Res MgmtSuite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Vi at Palo Alto
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Palo Alto
876
Facility 876
CA AVG 104
Rank #1 / 1644
No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #416 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
20
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #337 / 1497
73.1% -Cc Palo Alto LLC And Classic Res. Mgmt. Ltd. Partner1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Reutlinger Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Danville
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 104
Rank #560 / 1644
No
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 57
Rank #1715 / 2087
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #631 / 1400
22
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #884 / 1386
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1159
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #217 / 1497
65.0% A+Reutlinger Community, The And Eskaton Properties IncStudio / 1 Bed
OakView Health Center
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village)
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 104
Rank #1055 / 1644
No
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 57
Rank #1841 / 2087
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1400
7
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #431 / 1497
79.4% A+Oakview Hc LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Covenant Living at the Samarkand
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Santa Barbara (Samarkand)
379
Facility 379
CA AVG 104
Rank #31 / 1644
No
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 57
Rank #1343 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #92 / 1497
85.2% A+Covenant Living West-
Canterbury Woods
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Pacific Grove
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 104
Rank #180 / 1644
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 57
Rank #383 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1400
9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1159
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 13
Rank #34 / 1497
72.6% A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ridgeview Health Center
AL
MC
NH
SNF
San Diego (Scripps Ranch)
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 104
Rank #1011 / 1644
No
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 57
Rank #1941 / 2087
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 81
Rank #308 / 1400
17
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1111 / 1497
85.3% -Crestview Hc LLC-
The Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens a CCRC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Fresno
652
Facility 652
CA AVG 104
Rank #9 / 1644
Yes
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1155 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1400
4
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #108 / 1497
57.2% A+Humangood & Humangood Norcal & Humangood Fresno-
Webster House
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Palo Alto (Crescent Park)
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 104
Rank #1114 / 1644
Yes
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 57
Rank #171 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
7
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #615 / 1497
90.7% -Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
O‘Connor Woods
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Stockton (Sherwood Manor)
499
Facility 499
CA AVG 104
Rank #23 / 1644
Yes
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 57
Rank #1821 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #82 / 1497
0-O'connor Woods HousingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
University Retirement Community
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Davis (West Davis)
500
Facility 500
CA AVG 104
Rank #22 / 1644
No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 57
Rank #1240 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1400
12
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1159
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #159 / 1497
0-Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Vineyards – California Armenian Home
AL
IL
MC
NH
RESC
SNF
Fresno (Roosevelt)
412
Facility 412
CA AVG 104
Rank #27 / 1644
Yes
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 57
Rank #1793 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1400
14
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #38 / 1497
54.1% -California Home For The Aged IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Spring Lake Village
AL
NH
IL
MC
Santa Rosa (Melita)
679
Facility 679
CA AVG 104
Rank #8 / 1644
Yes
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 57
Rank #1921 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1400
13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #45 / 1497
0A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Town & Country
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Santa Ana (East Memory Lane)
328
Facility 328
CA AVG 104
Rank #45 / 1644
Yes
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 57
Rank #829 / 2087
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 81
Rank #1247 / 1400
23
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #1235 / 1386
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1159
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 13
Rank #22 / 1497
32.9% A+Christian And Missionary Alliance-
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New Alamo Residence Home

836 Stone Valley Rd, Alamo, CA 94507
Overview of New Alamo Residence Home

Residing in the peaceful neighborhood of Alamo, CA, New Alamo Residence Home is an inviting senior living community that provides assisted living, memory care, hospice care, and respite stay services. Here, residents can select from spacious and cozy accommodations with different floor plans tailored to their needs. With a well-trained and dedicated team, the community ensures the comfort and security of its residents throughout their stay. Short-term stays are also available for respite care services.

With its top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy delectable and healthy home-cooked meals, laundry and housekeeping services, medication management, etc. Join in various social activities and life enrichment programs for continuing engagement and development. With New Alamo Residence Home, seniors can enjoy an inclusive and worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Parker Villa

Parker Villa is a senior living community focused in providing assisted living services to its residents in Oceanside, CA. Their attentive caregivers are well trained and qualified according to California state requirements for senior living facilities, as well as well experienced in providing quality care. The residents of Parker Villa are provided 24/7 care, security, as well as assistance with daily living activities such as bathing and toileting. Additionally, they are also provided mobility assistance, as needed, especially when moving about the facility.

Parker Villa’s trained dietician and chef oversees the residents’ meals, ensuring that special diets are accommodated and that each meal is not only delicious but also nutritious. Housekeeping services are also regularly provided, to keep the environment clean and welcoming, but also safe for residents and staff alike.

As a part of Zeal Senior Living, it is the goal of Parker Villa to assist elders in continuing the amazing story that is their life. At Parker Villa, your story continues.

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Overview of The Inn on Villa Lane

The Inn on Villa Lane has only been open four years, but it’s already running near capacity. Ninety percent of its 86 beds are filled, 77 residents in total, which tells you something about local demand even before you look at anything else. It’s a nursing home in Napa, California, sitting at 3255 Villa Ln in a neighborhood that scores 61 on walkability. That’s moderately walkable: a few errands are doable on foot, the rest need a car.

Chancellor Health Care Of California XIV Inc runs the facility, and Dorla Licausi is the administrator on record. Respite care is available here too, which matters if a family needs a short-term stay covered rather than a permanent placement. Respite options are often the difference between a family reaching a breaking point and getting through a rough stretch.

On the regulatory side, state inspections at facilities like this one tend to center on medication management and staffing credentials, the same areas regulators look at across nursing homes generally, not something specific to this address.

What you’re left with is a young facility that’s already proven it can fill beds, staffed under named leadership, with respite care in its toolkit. For families in Napa weighing a nursing home with strong current occupancy and a straightforward operational picture, The Inn on Villa Lane gives a clear starting point.

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Windrose Care Home

1759 Windrose Ln, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Overview of Windrose Care Home

Windrose Care Home is an all-inclusive residential care oasis for seniors and families seeking an intimate, family-like setting for their loved ones. With a highly trained and empathetic professional team, Windrose Care Home responds to residents’ needs with individualized programming, promoting well-being and enrichment in their daily lives. The care home offers a range of personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, housekeeping, and laundry.

Windrose Care Home redefines the meaning of exceptional senior care, with a compassionate team providing personalized services that nurture the mind, body, and soul. The care home’s mission is to ensure that residents have the most fulfilling, engaging, enjoyable, and caring experience to become the best version of themselves in their golden years and gracefully age with dignity and respect. Windrose Care Home provides care tailored to promote cognitive wellness and individualized care and attention based on residents’ needs, fostering a profound connection to seniors and embracing the Montessori approach to senior living.

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Overview of Mainplace Senior Living

A senior living community that offers exquisite assisted senior living, independent living, and memory care services, Mainplace in Orange, California, is one of the premier senior living communities in the city. The vibrant home offers the best convenience and comfort for seniors who want to stay active and have a quaint lifestyle. The supportive environment cultivates a simple lifestyle essential to maintaining a sense of independence and individuality based on the decisions of its residents. The cozy, home-like atmosphere offers an environment where the holistic wellness of seniors is achieved.

As a Pennant Community, the person-centered lifestyle involves premier amenities that help a wonderful senior living experience. These include housekeeping, transportation, ADLs, and restaurant-style dining– delivered by its compassionate care staff. The memory care unit specializes in stimulating activities tailored to embracing and maintaining independence during cognitive decline.

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Overview of Lotus Villa Memory Care

Lotus Villa Memory Care offers exceptional personal care for those seeking assisted living for Alzheimer’s and dementia seniors. Expect a warm and welcoming approach in the tight-knit community. It boasts its well-trained, compassionate staff to provide a haven that encourages a sense of belonging in a nurturing environment. 

Lotus Villa residential living is all about satisfying the wellness of each senior and helping them achieve their goals; their personalized care includes daily health checks and medication management, housekeeping, ADLs, and scheduled activities. Three languages are spoken in the community: English, Spanish, and Filipino. Special dining programs for its residents– kosher, vegan, low sodium, no sugar, etc. 

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Overview of Silvergate Rancho Bernardo

Silvergate Rancho Bernardo is a magnificent senior living community settling at Avenida Venusto, San Diego, CA. The community provides various living options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. As a locally owned and operated community, Silvergate boasts a team of well-trained and dedicated caregivers and spacious living areas. 

Proving its top-tier care, Silvergate have won several awards including the Southern California Association of Activity Professionals, San Diego Reader’s Favorite, and Zero Net Water Citation Award, among others. The community fosters a warm environment for its residents, hence, conducting social activities and a maintenance-free lifestyle. Amenities include a sparkling pool, a theater, a game lounge, a card room, an art studio, a fitness center, a yoga studio, and a spa.

 

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Overview of Paramount House Senior Living

Situated in Vacaville, CA, Emilia Assisted Living Home – Alexandria offers a safe setting for residents seeking to enjoy assisted living. Find comfort and peace of mind with a compassionate care team that offers 24/7 care and assistance with things like medication management and personal hygiene. Those living with memory loss maintain a dignified and rewarding life through specialized care and programs designed to maintain or improve their cognition.

From fun trips to thrilling social events, the community consistently conducts various activities to keep residents engaged and active. Residences are thoughtfully designed and come in various floor plans to match residents’ unique lifestyle needs. Here, everyone is offered the support they need to lead the life they want amidst a nurturing and peaceful environment.

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Kokoro Assisted Living

1881 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
Overview of Kokoro Assisted Living

Kokoro Assisted Living is a wonderful senior living community that embraces both Japanese and American heritage and culture. The community’s emphasis on cultural activities, celebrations, and cuisine is a great way to foster a sense of community and create a unique experience for its residents. Kokoro offers a variety of independent and assisted living apartment styles to fit the needs of its residents. The availability of one-bedroom apartments and some studio apartments for double occupancy is especially convenient.

The community’s peaceful sanctuary, outdoor courtyard, and library offer a relaxing and rejuvenating atmosphere. The focus on staying active through exercise, strength, and spiritual wellness programs is important for maintaining physical and mental health in older adults.

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D’Nalor Care Homes, LLC

2706 106Th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94605
Overview of D’nalor Care Homes

Live a joyous retirement with D’nalor Care Homes, an idyllic retreat surrounded by convenient local amenities and serene trails on 106th Avenue, Oakland, CA, that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive top-notch care and support for their unique needs with a kind and well-trained team available around the clock. Housekeeping, laundry, and other daily activities are also well-cared for, providing residents more time to do the things they love.

Residents will not run out of things to do with a jam-packed calendar of engaging indoor activities and exciting outdoor programs tailored to their enjoyment and wellness. Incontinence care, respite care, and hospice care are also provided to meet residents’ ever-changing needs. Three delicious and healthy home-cooked meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs, while accommodating special diets for those who require it. With its dedicated care and specially designed amenities, residents enjoy the finest retirement experience.

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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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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 1419 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.