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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,430 assisted living communities in CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CA
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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-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. 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.
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.
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.
Safe Haven – Brentwood I
AL
HOS
IL
MC
Brentwood
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 56
Rank #804 / 1,411
D+4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,135 / 1,299
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,202
-Safe Haven Brentwood Residential Care Home, LLCPrivate / Shared Rooms
Vista Terrace of Belmont by Cogir
AL
Belmont
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 103
Rank #812 / 1,350
Yes
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 56
Rank #242 / 1,411
C-50
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,066 / 1,292
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,241 / 1,338
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #235 / 1,299
77.9%
Facility 77.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #533 / 1,202
A+-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Rocklin Modern Care
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
RC
Rocklin
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
No
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,215 / 1,411
C-3
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,135 / 1,299
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,202
-Connected Careliving SystemsllcPrivate Rooms
Angels Crest Homes
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
Danville
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
No
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,111 / 1,411
C7
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #547 / 1,299
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,064 / 1,202
-Angel's Crest Home II, IncPrivate Rooms
Regency Palms Senior Living
AL
MC
RC
Long Beach
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 103
Rank #687 / 1,350
No
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 56
Rank #30 / 1,411
C106
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,285 / 1,292
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,225 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #701 / 1,299
81.3%
Facility 81.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #466 / 1,202
-Global Regency Snr Care Svcs, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Mission Villa
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
Santa Barbara (Oak Park)
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,005 / 1,350
No
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 56
Rank #424 / 1,411
D19
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #756 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #964 / 1,299
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #491 / 1,202
A+Universal Bond, LLCPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Grant Serenity Homes of Pasadena
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Pasadena (Jefferson Park)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
No
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 56
Rank #228 / 1,411
D6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #199 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #777 / 1,299
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,202
-Grant Serenity Homes Of Pasadena, IncPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Common Destiny Care Home
AL
HOS
RESC
Fremont (Northgate)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
No
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 56
Rank #642 / 1,411
D+6
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,184 / 1,338
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #451 / 1,299
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,202
-Common Destiny, LLCPrivate Rooms
Dimond Care
AL
MC
RESC
Oakland (Upper Dimond)
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 103
Rank #980 / 1,350
No
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 56
Rank #101 / 1,411
D+6
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #328 / 1,299
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #220 / 1,202
-Dimond Care, LLC-
Better Living and Care III
AL
NH
RESC
Los Angeles (Melrose)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
No
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 56
Rank #90 / 1,411
A+4-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #419 / 1,299
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,064 / 1,202
-Better Living & Care Homes 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

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Overview of Safe Haven – Brentwood I

Located in the peaceful area of Brentwood, CA, Safe Haven – Brentwood I provides an ideal environment for those seeking both comfort and fulfillment. Residents here enjoy the convenience of having independent living, assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation services in one community. Through compassionate care services, such as assistance with daily living activities and 24/7 supervision, residents here enjoy the utmost comfort and peace of mind.

The community also guarantees residents’ safety through its excellent safety and prevention program. With an array of fun and engaging activities to enjoy, residents here maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Residents here also enjoy the convenience of having healthy meals served daily and housekeeping services for a carefree and liberating living experience.

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Overview of Vista Terrace of Belmont by Cogir

A classic senior living community set in the tranquil neighborhood of Belmont Avenue, CA, Vista Terrace of Belmont focuses on assisted living. Enjoy the finest comfort and convenience within the beautiful and welcoming residences of Vista Terrace of Belmont. Keep worries at bay with a compassionate and highly skilled team tending to housekeeping and maintenance for seniors to enjoy their golden years wholly.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, the community orchestrates enjoyable activities and fun learning programs. The community strives to provide an empowering environment for seniors to flourish and feel their best. Indulge in delicious and healthy meals catering to nutritional requirements and preferences. Vista Terrace of Belmont is a great place to seek solace and live a relaxing retirement with its serene campus brimming with warmth.

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Rocklin Modern Care

5720 Morningside Ct, Rocklin, CA 95677
Overview of Rocklin Modern Care

Situated in Rocklin, CA, Rocklin Modern Care is an innovative senior living community that provides a nurturing environment for assisted living. The community features a welcoming and comfortable residence that residents can personalize to match their tastes and preferences. A dedicated care team is available to provide top-notch care by utilizing advancements in technology, communication, and person-centered practice.

Conveniently located in a quiet and intimate neighborhood, the community offers access to picturesque views, outdoor relaxation opportunities, and shopping amenities. As a family owned and operated community, Rocklin Modern Care provides a cozy haven where residents receive personalized attention and support that perfectly aligns with their care needs and preferences. Rocklin Modern Care provides a warm and welcoming environment with access to modern care solutions that empowers residents to live a fulfilling life.

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Angels Crest Homes

1864 Camino Ramon, Danville, CA 94526
Overview of Angels Crest Homes

Enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with Angels Crest Homes, a distinct community in California offering assisted living. With a compassionate and highly trained team available around the clock, residents experience exceptional care for their special needs. The community also helps with housekeeping and maintenance, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Fun recreational programs and enriching activities are also conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and remain socially engaged. Residents here have the finest dining experience with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, wound care, and hospice care are also available to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Residents spend their golden years without worries with the community’s purposely built amenities and welcoming environment. The community has two distinct locations in Vallejo and Danville, ensuring residents find the care they need.

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Overview of Regency Palms Senior Living

With a 91-bed capacity, Regency Palms Senior Living is a 55+ residential care community in Long Beach, CA, that offers assisted living, rehabilitation services, and respite care. The community also features one- and two-bedroom apartments in a high-rise building. Transportation services, short-term rehabilitation, and meals are also offered to support residents’ daily living. Licensed nurses, certified nursing assistants, and 24-hour staffing are also available to provide care.

Fitness activities and recreational programs encourage active living and help residents maintain holistic well-being. Its surrounding area is also a Walker’s Paradise, with a Walk Score of 96, allowing residents to access nearby amenities on foot. Notably, the community has received several complaints related to inadequate supervision causing resident injuries, medication errors, and other resident-related concerns. Regency Palms Senior Living is currently operating at 81% occupancy, with 74 of 91 beds occupied.

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Mission Villa

321 W Mission St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Overview of Mission Villa

Operated by Universal Bond, LLC, Mission Villa is a senior living community in the Oak Park neighborhood of Santa Barbara, California. Gerr serves as the administrator. The community offers assisted living, memory care, residential care, and hospice care in one location. The single-story building has 15 beds with private and semi-private rooms and has served residents for four years. It currently operates at about 80% occupancy.

Mission Villa is less than one-third of a mile from Pueblo Care Complex and about 1.25 miles from downtown Santa Barbara. Residents and families have convenient access to nearby medical care and local amenities. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 73, which is very walkable. Many everyday errands are within walking distance.

Residents have access to transportation services along with fitness and recreation programs that support an active lifestyle. It’s easier to attend appointments and outings without relying on family for every trip.

State inspections in California have generally described the community as clean and well-maintained. Reviews have mainly focused on recordkeeping, staffing, and the management of daily resident care. More recent complaint investigations did not substantiate the reported concerns. Families touring Mission Villa may want to ask how these areas are managed as part of the community’s daily operations.

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Overview of Grant Serenity Homes of Pasadena

Grant Serenity Home, located in Pasadena, CA, is a senior living home specializing in providing assisted living with memory care services for their residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. This senior living home offers individualized care plans aimed to meet the residents’ individual needs. Their memory care services revolve around active engagement, social activities, and residents’ safety.

Grant Serenity Home in Pasadena ensures that residents are taken care of 24/7, providing supervision as well as assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and coordination for transportation for medical appointments, as well as coordination with other healthcare providers. They also provide their residents with nutritious meals prepared with consideration to their dietary needs. Furthermore, housekeeping and laundry services ensure that the environment is well kept as well as safe for the residents.

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Common Destiny Care Home

34209 Sylvester Dr, Fremont, CA 94555
Overview of Common Destiny Care Home

Common Destiny Home, located in Fremont, CA, is a close-knit senior living community and residential care home for the elderly. Here, they provide quality care for their residents in need of assistance with daily living activities. Their basic services include regular wellness checks and observation for changes in physical, mental, emotional, and social functioning, medication management, and 24/7 staff availability.

The residents of Common Destiny Home also receive assistance in transportation arrangements, and assistance to gain access to supportive services. They also offer additional services such as housekeeping, laundry, and bedside care and tray services for minor temporary illness, or surgery recovery.

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Dimond Care

3003 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, CA 94602
Overview of Dimond Care

Dimond Care provides assisted living, memory care, and residential care in Oakland, California. Assisted living can help residents with daily tasks, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having several care types in one community may suit a resident whose support needs could grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

Dimond Care has 30 beds. It is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. The home is in the Upper Dimond neighborhood and is wheelchair accessible, supporting physical access for residents who use wheelchairs. A fitness center, gardens, and a koi pond provide places for exercise and outdoor time on site.

The area has a Walk Score of 91, considered a walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. John F. Blain serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Better Living and Care III

Better Living and Care III provides assisted living, nursing care, and residential care in Los Angeles, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while nursing care provides nursing support for residents who need it. Residential care is also available within the community.

There are six beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. It may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller community. A Walk Score of 92 / 100 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Lucien Ezros serves as the administrator, and Better Living & Care Homes operates the community.

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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 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.