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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. 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Fook Hong Sf Care Home, Inc.
AL
San Francisco
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 103
Rank #937 / 1,350
No
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 56
Rank #56 / 1,411
A+3
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #472 / 1,299
97.5%
Facility 97.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #150 / 1,202
-Fook Hong Sf Care Home, Inc-
Meridian At Lake San Marcos
AL
IL
MC
RC
San Marcos
170
Facility 170
CA AVG 103
Rank #216 / 1,350
Yes
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 56
Rank #861 / 1,411
A-22
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #958 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #432 / 1,299
77.1%
Facility 77.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #554 / 1,202
B-Pacifica L 24 LLC And San Marcos Mgr LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
North Lake Villas
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
Altadena
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 103
Rank #980 / 1,350
No
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 56
Rank #606 / 1,411
B+8
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #235 / 1,299
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #641 / 1,202
A+North Lake Villas, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Inspirations Home Care V
AL
HC
MC
Corona
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
No
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 56
Rank #927 / 1,411
B+6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #199 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #120 / 1,299
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,202
A+Noelia GarciaPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Ivy Park at Alta Loma
AL
MC
Rancho Cucamonga (Alta Loma)
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 103
Rank #769 / 1,350
Yes
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 56
Rank #376 / 1,411
B+4
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #310 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #451 / 1,338
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,299
79.2%
Facility 79.2%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #509 / 1,202
A+Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Atria Hillcrest
AL
IL
MC
Thousand Oaks (Greenwich Village)
207
Facility 207
CA AVG 103
Rank #125 / 1,350
Yes
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 56
Rank #445 / 1,411
B+36
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,032 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #679 / 1,338
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 13
Rank #22 / 1,299
67.1%
Facility 67.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #780 / 1,202
A+Wg Hillcrest Inn Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Raya’s Paradise, Inc III
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Los Angeles (Central La)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,036 / 1,350
No
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 56
Rank #167 / 1,411
B+16
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #199 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #263 / 1,299
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,202
-Raya's Paradise, IncPrivate Rooms
Westmont of Escondido
AL
IL
MC
Escondido (Central Escondido)
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 103
Rank #131 / 1,350
Yes
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 56
Rank #146 / 1,411
B+23
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #931 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #509 / 1,299
84.5%
Facility 84.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #310 / 1,202
-Escondido Operations LP And Westmont Living IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Private Suite
Sunrise of Yorba Linda
AL
MC
Yorba Linda
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 103
Rank #677 / 1,350
Yes
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 56
Rank #746 / 1,411
A-12
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #297 / 1,299
84.9%
Facility 84.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #298 / 1,202
-Szr Yorba Linda LLC And Sunrise Senior Living MgtStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cardinal Point
AL
CCRC
Alameda
153
Facility 153
CA AVG 103
Rank #283 / 1,350
Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 56
Rank #397 / 1,411
A-12
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #328 / 1,299
62.1%
Facility 62.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #928 / 1,202
-Cardinal Pt Mariner, Gallager Sr. Lvg, And Gsl Mgmt LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed

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 Fook Hong Sf Care Home

Thirty-nine of the 40 beds at Fook Hong Sf Care Home are occupied. One bed stands available in San Francisco, California, and it likely won’t stay available for long. Assisted living is the care level provided here, and that covers assistance with bathing, dressing, and taking meds. Other than those tasks, residents get to keep their own schedules and privacy. The community’s Walk Score of 94 lands it in the Walkers’ Paradise category; a car need not be part of the arrangement, and residents will still be able to handle any affairs outside. Daily errands can be done on foot, and that’s great news for any residents who don’t drive or have anyone to drive them places.

High ceilings and natural light are on the facility’s amenity list. Sau Ting Josephine Leewong is the listed administrator.

Contact Fook Hong Sf Care Home, Inc.

Meridian At Lake San Marcos

1177 San Marino Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
Overview of Meridian at Lake San Marcos

Meridian at San Marcos Senior Living offers a luxurious environment that creates a lifestyle filled with endless possibilities for seniors to discover. As a member of the Aura Collection of communities, the luxury retirement home strives to deliver quality care and service for each individual to be enriched and engaged during their stay. Meridian at San Marcos is a vibrant community that encourages residents to thrive independently, flourish actively, and live purposefully.
The premier independent living, assisted living, and memory care home provides a list of amenities and services that make a comfortable and secure environment for residents. Accommodations comprise delightful amenities and services such as housekeeping, laundry, engaging programs, social events, recreational activities, fitness classes, gourmet meals at the restaurant-style dining hall, beautifully furnished apartments, and an in-home emergency call pendant.

Contact Meridian At Lake San Marcos

North Lake Villas

2851 Lake Ave, Altadena, CA 91001
Overview of North Lake Villas

Have fun in your later years at North Lake Villas, an idyllic community in Altadena, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team attending to their needs around the clock. The community also promotes a nurturing and stress-free environment, so those with memory-related needs can thrive despite their conditions.

To improve residents’ cognition, a fun-filled calendar of stimulating events and engaging activities is conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and well-balanced dining options. The community also provides hospice care for residents’ comfort and safety. Residents can age with dignity with the community’s exceptional services and state-of-the-art amenities.

Contact North Lake Villas

Overview of Inspirations Home Care V

Experience the best of your golden years with Inspirations Home Care, an astounding community in Cottage Drive, Corona, CA, offering assisted living. Providing the utmost attention and care for up to six residents, the community features an experienced and well-trained team that cares for their special needs. Assistance to daily living activities, housekeeping, laundry services, and support to other health needs are also provided for residents to live comfortably and conveniently.

With its commitment to improving residents’ well-being, the community continuously adapts to their ever-changing needs while promoting a vibrant environment to ease their loneliness. Delightful and healthy meals are served to satisfy dietary needs and tastes. The community also assists residents with transferring to and from wheelchairs, beds, and others, to ensure their safety and comfort.

Contact Inspirations Home Care V

Ivy Park at Alta Loma

9519 Baseline Road, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Overview of Ivy Park at Alta Loma

Nestled in the scenic neighborhood of Rancho Cucamonga, CA, Ivy Park at Alta Loma is a vibrant senior living community offering comprehensive assisted living and memory care services to those who need them. Ivy Park at Alta Loma offers a range of care based on a ‘whole living’ approach, from nourishing meals and engaging activities to customized memory care; they provide care and support that addresses every well-being need of the residents.

At Ivy Park, they join hands with their residents to help them experience a fulfilling retirement experience. Apart from providing peaceful gathering spaces and great outdoor scenery, the community also provides various amenities, including an activity studio, a bistro, a library, a full-service salon, and a hydro spa. Residents also have access to services such as concierge physician services, daily housekeeping, pet care & walking, and scheduled transportation. Through their services and programs, Ivy Park successfully provides its residents with a memorable and welcoming experience.

Contact Ivy Park at Alta Loma

Atria Hillcrest

405 Hodencamp Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Overview of Atria Hillcrest

Overlooking the beautiful scenery located on Hodencamp Road, Thousand Oaks, CA, Atria Hillcrest is an idyllic senior living community offering various care options including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features cozy and warm floor plans including a studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and shared suite. With a team of dedicated and highly skilled professionals, Atria Hillcrest delivers round-the-clock care and assistance.

Atria Hillcrest is a serene senior living community that provides safe and comfortable accommodations to its residents. Here, they ensure the quality of life of the seniors through the community’s exclusive Engage Life program which allows the seniors to participate in tai chi, discussions of current events, and enjoy the company of other residents. Healthy meals are provided three times every day in the bistro or private dining rooms. Basking in the serenity of the community, Atria Hillcrest ensures relaxing and secure residences.

Contact Atria Hillcrest

Overview of Raya’s Paradise, Inc III

Ideally situated near convenient local amenities and restaurants in North Stanley Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, Raya’s Paradise Inc. III is a distinct community that offers residential care. The community strives to accommodate up to 6 residents with purposely designed and snug private rooms. Here, residents are guaranteed to receive the utmost care and support for their specific needs and preferences for a blissful retirement.

With fun-filled activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to maintain an active lifestyle and create friendships. Medication supervision, incontinence care, diabetic, and hypertension care are offered within the community to ensure residents are well cared for. Delectable and healthy meals are provided and special diets are catered to, for the finest dining experience. The community is an ideal setting for residents to spend their golden years without worries.

Contact Raya’s Paradise, Inc III

Overview of Westmont of Escondido

Beautifully set in Escondido, CA, Westmont of Escondido is a blissful senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. Designed to encourage independence and overall well-being, the community provides just the right amount of assistance to its residents. Compassionate and specialized care is provided by a specially-trained team to those living with memory loss, ensuring they are able to continue their desired lifestyle despite their condition.

The community’s convenient location offers easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment venues, making it ideal for a vibrant retirement experience. Residents are also free to participate in the community’s wide array of activities and explore its amenities, including the heated pool, bistro, theater, and therapy services. At Westmont of Escondido, residents have access to various services, programs, and features that make their lives more enjoyable.

Price range $2,395 - $4,950/Month

Contact Westmont of Escondido

Overview of Sunrise of Yorba Linda

Sunrise of Yorba Linda is a one-of-a-kind senior living community in Yorba Linda, CA, offering compassionate care tailored to individual needs. Offering both Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short-Term Stays, the community ensures personalized attention through dedicated care managers. Residents delight in forging friendships and participating in a vibrant array of activities such as trips to Pechanga Casino, gardening, coffee gatherings, and outings to Angels games.

At Sunrise of Yorba Linda, they enrich the lives of each resident by fostering a sense of community and well-being. The community boasts award-winning status, recognized for excellence in memory care and service quality. Residents benefit from comprehensive medical services including physical therapy and podiatry, ensuring comfort and convenience right within the inviting community. A chef prepares daily meals using fresh ingredients, while an on-site Certified Validation Teachers cater to those with memory loss and Alzheimer’s, promoting a supportive environment where every resident can thrive.

Contact Sunrise of Yorba Linda

Cardinal Point

2431 Mariner Square Dr, Alameda, CA 94501
Overview of Cardinal Point

Continuing care and assisted living are the two designations Cardinal Point holds in Alameda, CA. Assisted living covers three ordinary jobs, bathing, dressing, and medication. A resident can begin under the continuing care model and transition to assisted living when daily support becomes necessary.

Housing comes as one-bedroom and two-bedroom homes, the latter of which works for a couple moving together or for anyone who wants a companion in the place. There are 153 beds, and pets are allowed.

A swimming pool, a par, a lounge, and a movie theater are on the amenity list, with dining and a bistro beside them. Arts and crafts are listed too, and Community Activities runs as a named program.

Avon Nguyen is the administrator, and the operating entity is Cardinal Pt Mariner, Gallagher Sr Lvg, and GSL Mgmt LLC. The Walk Score of 74 is very walkable, and a resident who no longer drives can still do errands on foot.

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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.