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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. 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.
Serra Highlands Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Daly City (Serramonte)
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #484 / 1,349
Yes
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 56
Rank #764 / 1,410
C-31
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #980 / 1,292
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,128 / 1,338
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #171 / 1,298
41.7%
Facility 41.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,150 / 1,200
Pacifica Cl Ca LLC, Pacifica Daly 2 LP, And Daly CityStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sonrisa Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Roseville (Harding)
199
Facility 199
CA AVG 103
Rank #145 / 1,349
Yes
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 56
Rank #911 / 1,410
B-21
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #827 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,134 / 1,298
60.8%
Facility 60.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #951 / 1,200
Us Alliance Holden Of Roseville Tenant And WatermarkStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen
AL
IL
MC
San Jose (Stokes)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #292 / 1,349
Yes
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 56
Rank #423 / 1,410
B-51
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,195 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
62.7%
Facility 62.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #918 / 1,200
Mg At Willow Glen, LP And Shi-IV Merrill Gp, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cogir of Turlock
AL
MC
Turlock
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 103
Rank #600 / 1,349
Yes
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 56
Rank #803 / 1,410
C+24
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #958 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
77.0%
Facility 77.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #559 / 1,200
Well Ca Wa Tenant LLC And Cogir Management Usa IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Lodge at Piner Road
AL
MC
Santa Rosa
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 103
Rank #680 / 1,349
Yes
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 56
Rank #520 / 1,410
B+19
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #890 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,298
81.5%
Facility 81.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #461 / 1,200
Piner Road Santa Rosa Inc And Oakmont Mgmt Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Crescent Oaks Memory Care
AL
MC
Sunnyvale
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 103
Rank #922 / 1,349
No
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 56
Rank #536 / 1,410
C-30
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #991 / 1,292
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,128 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #699 / 1,298
86.4%
Facility 86.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #275 / 1,200
Arkham Operations LLC And Calson Management LLCStudio / Suite
Bonita Villa Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Chula Vista
145
Facility 145
CA AVG 103
Rank #332 / 1,349
Yes
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,076 / 1,410
C76
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,228 / 1,292
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,085 / 1,338
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #403 / 1,298
73.8%
Facility 73.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #634 / 1,200
Pacfica Sl Ca LLC, Pacifica Bonita LP, And Bonita MgrStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Alexander Gardens
AL
MC
Santa Barbara (Upper East)
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 103
Rank #956 / 1,349
No
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 56
Rank #588 / 1,410
C-13
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,085 / 1,338
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #588 / 1,298
63.9%
Facility 63.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #893 / 1,200
Gl And Vl LLCPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Summerfield Memory Care of Stockton
AL
MC
RC
Stockton (Brookside)
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 103
Rank #846 / 1,349
No
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,180 / 1,410
B+26
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,085 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 1,298
81.7%
Facility 81.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #458 / 1,200
Snh Cal Tenant LLC And Northstar Snr Lvg Mgt LLCRoom
Northwest Villa
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
Fresno
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 56
Rank #980 / 1,410
F9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,203 / 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 Astoria Park Senior Living

Astoria Park Senior Living is a nurturing community, boasting gorgeous interior and exterior spaces adorned with premier details. With over 50 years of dedicated service, this privately-owned company sets a high standard for personalized care. They offer a range of services including assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, comprehensive care planning, and thoughtfully designed floor plans that prioritize comfort.

Strategically located just minutes away from Old Town Pasadena, residents enjoy convenient access to local conveniences and attractions, from vintage shops to five-star restaurants and luxury stores, embodying an elevated and elegant living experience. Adhering to strict safety standards, Astoria Park Senior Living ensures a sanitized community and promotes an active lifestyle. Embracing the California vibe, the community provides independent living services featuring villas and stylish dining and top-notch services. Transportation services, regularly scheduled entertainment, a pet-friendly environment, and planned activities all contribute to a vibrant atmosphere where each day is better than the last.

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Overview of Ambassadors Care Home

Ambassador Care Home is a residential care facility for the elderly, located in Antioch, CA. This close-knit senior living community provides assisted living services to their residents, in the comfort of a warm, home-like environment. Their assisted living services ensure that residents receive the proper care they need, providing 24 hour supervision and availability of assistance, medication management, and assistance with regular daily activities such as bathing, toileting, and dressing up.

Ambassador Care Home takes pride in the quality of care they provide, being a small community, the staff to resident ratio creates opportunities for better care, and supervision. The residents are provided three meals on a daily basis, as well as snacks. And to ensure that residents stay physically active and healthy, activities and programs promoting physical and mental health are regularly scheduled, while the staff takes care of chores such as laundry and housekeeping.

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Overview of Almond Heights

Peacefully nestled in the harmonious neighborhood of Orangevale, CA, Almond Heights is a distinguished community that offers assisted living and memory care. The community features beautifully furnished and spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans in a nurturing and welcoming environment for the utmost comfort and convenience. A kind and well-trained team also provides exceptional care tailored to residents’ needs and preferences 24/7.

With a variety of fun activities and engaging programs, residents have more opportunities to interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and well-balanced meals that satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services, 24-hour emergency maintenance, and emergency alert systems are also available for residents’ comfort and convenience. The community is equipped with a movie theater, a well-stocked library, serene outdoor courtyards, and beautifully landscaped gardens, creating the perfect setting for a blissful retirement.

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Menifee Senior Living

28333 Valley Blvd, Menifee, CA 92586
Overview of Menifee Senior Living

Menifee Senior Living, located in the welcoming community of Menifee, California, is a senior living haven where residents are encouraged to savor each day to the fullest. With a dedicated staff available 24 hours a day, they provide a reassuring presence for residents and their families, ensuring peace of mind.

Explore the community and discover the exceptional care and lifestyle it offers. Menifee Senior Living takes pride in providing an ideal equilibrium between support and independence, catering to a spectrum of needs with independent living, assisted living, and respite care options. Here, seniors can relish resort-style amenities, indulge in chef-prepared dining, and unwind in their well-appointed, full-service apartments.

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Overview of Brightwater Senior Living of Highland

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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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Calabasas

Resting in the scenic lands of Ventura Boulevard, Calabasas, CA, Belmont Village Calabasas is a venerable senior living community offering memory care and assisted living. Experience a snug and spacious accommodation with various studio and one-bedroom floor plans, meticulously crafted for optimum comfort and safety. Maintain an active lifestyle with a compassionate and highly skilled team providing the highest quality of care and support for seniors’ special needs and preferences.

The community empowers seniors to thrive and meet people with diverse perspectives through fun events and wellness programs. Going above and beyond in enhancing seniors’ well-being, the community strives to meet their dietary needs and preferences with delicious and healthy meals. Belmont Villages Calabasas values the importance of companions, enabling seniors to live with their partners and bring their pets to enjoy the fabulous amenities surrounding the community. Proving its exceptional quality, the community was recognized as US News and World Reports’ Best Memory Care in 2024.

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Overview of Serra Highlands Senior Living

Tucked in the heart of Daly City, California, Serra Highlands Senior Living stands as a premier senior home, promising not just a residence, but a sanctuary of peace for seniors. Its classic yet airy ambiance creates a welcoming atmosphere, offering a sense of tranquility that sets the stage for an elevated senior living experience. At Serra Highlands, residents revel in the freedom of independent living while relishing the support of top-notch assisted living services.
The community buzzes with vibrant energy, boasting a social calendar filled with engaging activities and leisure opportunities. The array of floor plans caters to diverse preferences, ensuring residents stay active and engaged. What truly sets this home apart is its in-house culinary team, transforming every meal into a delightful culinary experience. This community seamlessly blends contemporary elegance with timeless comfort, creating a home where residents can truly thrive in every moment.

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Overview of Cogir of Turlock

Cogir of Turlock offers assisted living and memory care in Turlock, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care is also available for short stays. That can suit a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. The combination of assisted living and memory care can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, since the resident can move between care levels without leaving the community.

Cogir of Turlock has 100 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom layouts. A studio suits someone seeking a single living space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Residents may bring pets, and the community has a salon and spa for on site grooming services. Restaurant style dining includes a menu that caters to diverse dietary needs, while activities include arts and crafts, game nights, live entertainment, and programs such as Forever Fit and Memories in Motion. Jackie Hernandez serves as the administrator.

A Walk Score of 54 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may therefore be able to complete some nearby errands independently.

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Oakmont of Brookside

3318 Brookside Rd, Stockton, CA 95219
Overview of Oakmont of Brookside

Oakmont of Brookside’s vision is to provide seniors with a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle supported by premier assisted living services in Stockton, California. Their imperatives revolve around ensuring residents remain independent while receiving personalized care and assistance tailored to their needs. Values of vitality, joy, and ease permeate the community, promoting well-being and security among residents and their families.

The amenities and facilities at Oakmont of Brookside are designed to enhance residents’ quality of life and promote wellness through excellent assisted living. Every aspect of well-being is addressed, from fitness instruction and exercise classes to special diet accommodations and health screenings. Residents enjoy comprehensive care services ranging from assistance with daily tasks to medication management and emergency response systems, ensuring peace of mind and a fulfilling lifestyle. Additionally, the community offers many services, including chauffeured transportation, housekeeping, and educational programs, fostering a supportive and engaging environment for residents to thrive in.

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Overview of Villa Capri at Varenna

Operated by Varenna Assisted Living LLC and GSL Mgmt Living LLC, Villa Capri at Varenna is an assisted living and memory care community on Fountaingrove Parkway in Santa Rosa, California. Maria Cortes serves as the administrator. Assisted living and memory care are both offered, so residents can move to a different level of support as their needs change without relocating.

The two-story community has 80 beds and has been serving residents for 19 years. Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments ranging from about 450 to just over 1,000 square feet. The community currently has an occupancy rate of about 84%. The area is car-dependent, so residents and visiting family should expect to drive for most errands and outings.

Residents have access to a fitness and yoga studio, library, bistro, courtyard, movie theater, activity room, and an on-site salon and beauty parlor. Apartment suites feature modern finishes and large windows that create a bright, open living space.

The California Department of Social Services conducts regular inspections of the community. Inspection reviews have mainly focused on medication administration, how quickly staff respond to resident requests, and how changes in a resident’s condition are shared with family members. Families considering Villa Capri at Varenna may ask how these areas are managed daily.

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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 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.