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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,435 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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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.
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 A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.
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.
The Oaks at Nipomo
AL
IL
MC
Nipomo
122
Facility 122
CA AVG 103
Rank #474 / 1,349
Yes
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 56
Rank #980 / 1,410
C-46
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,190 / 1,292
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,184 / 1,338
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #650 / 1,298
78.7%
Facility 78.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #522 / 1,200
Nipomo Oaks, Gp Of Nipomo Oaks Ops LP And Westmont LvngStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Carefield Pleasanton Memory Care
AL
MC
RESC
Pleasanton
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 103
Rank #731 / 1,349
No
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 56
Rank #724 / 1,410
D+16
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,024 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
59.8%
Facility 59.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #966 / 1,200
Sh 10 Pleasanton Opco, LLC And Crfld Management, LLCStudio
Oakmont of Camarillo
AL
MC
Camarillo
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #292 / 1,349
Yes
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 56
Rank #971 / 1,410
C57
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,181 / 1,292
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,266 / 1,338
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #451 / 1,298
62.0%
Facility 62.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #931 / 1,200
Oakmont Sr. Lvng. Of Camarillo Opco, LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ciela
AL
IL
MC
RESC
Pacific Palisades
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 103
Rank #600 / 1,349
Yes
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,325 / 1,410
B+8
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,134 / 1,298
64.0%
Facility 64.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #892 / 1,200
Ciela LLC And Millennium Advisors, IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Havens at Antelope Valley
AL
MC
Lancaster
115
Facility 115
CA AVG 103
Rank #529 / 1,349
Yes
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,192 / 1,410
C+50
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,195 / 1,292
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,085 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #699 / 1,298
81.7%
Facility 81.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #458 / 1,200
Welltower Pegasus Tenant LLC And Psl Associates LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Vienna at Santianna – Memory Care
AL
MC
NH
Carlsbad (Carlsbad Research Center)
226
Facility 226
CA AVG 103
Rank #94 / 1,349
No
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,254 / 1,410
B-39
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,102 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
65.9%
Facility 65.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #863 / 1,200
Oakmont Of Carlsbad LLC And Oakmont Management GroupPrivate / Companion Suites
Adelya Senior Home III
AL
MC
RESC
RC
Anaheim Hills
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,238 / 1,410
D-13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #543 / 1,298
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #785 / 1,200
Laricel, LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
River‘s Edge
AL
IL
MC
Sacramento (Campus Commons)
143
Facility 143
CA AVG 103
Rank #349 / 1,349
Yes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 56
Rank #353 / 1,410
D+51
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,200 / 1,292
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,225 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 1,298
51.7%
Facility 51.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,051 / 1,200
River's Edge Opco LLC And Srg Sacramento Mgt LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
WellQuest of Elk Grove
AL
IL
MC
Elk Grove
170
Facility 170
CA AVG 103
Rank #216 / 1,349
Yes
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 56
Rank #971 / 1,410
B35
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,066 / 1,292
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,024 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,298
62.9%
Facility 62.9%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #915 / 1,200
Wellquest Elk Grove Tenantco LLC And Wellquest LivingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Park Visalia Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
MC
Visalia
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 103
Rank #551 / 1,349
Yes
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 56
Rank #803 / 1,410
C+42
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,102 / 1,292
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,203 / 1,338
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #615 / 1,298
67.3%
Facility 67.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #777 / 1,200
Sh 3 Visalia Opco LLC And Crfld Management, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Evergreen Life Care Homes – Visalia

Evergreen Life Care Homes – Visalia is a reliable assisted living community in Visalia, CA designed to provide personalized care and amenities that foster general well-being. Focusing on residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia-related issues, the community creates a safe environment that caters to their unique needs. Those with chronic or terminal illnesses also find comfort in the community with its compassionate palliative and hospice care.

A great array of exciting and interesting activities are also offered, allowing residents to enjoy a fulfilling retirement filled with fun and recreation. Delectable meals are also prepared with careful consideration of residents’ dietary needs and tastes, allowing them to enjoy their meal times. Here, residents enjoy an improved quality of life surrounded by kind and reliable caregivers dedicated to their well-being and safety.

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Overview of Golden Living Point Loma

Cherish every moment of your best years with the renowned senior living community of Golden Living of Point Loma residing in the tranquil residential grounds of Duke Street, San Diego, CA which offers memory care, respite care, temporary stays, and hospice care. The community ensures seniors’ safety and comfort by providing emergency call systems, balconies, patios in each room, and security cameras all over the campus. A responsible and highly qualified team lends extra hands around the clock for seniors to flourish and live to their potential.

Participate in enriching activities and exciting programs to maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle. With dining handled by the community, residents enjoy mealtimes without hassles. Golden Living Point Loma is great for seniors seeking the finest care and assistance for their ever-changing needs.

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Overview of Santa Anita Assisted Living

Santa Anita Assisted Living has been a distinguished provider of assisted living and short-term stays for over four decades, faithfully serving seniors in the greater Arcadia and Temple City areas since 1981. This community is dedicated to fostering a warm and nurturing environment that prioritizes seniors’ quality of life, ensuring peace of mind and safety as their top priorities. Santa Anita Assisted Living is the answer for those searching for a place without boredom. Heartwarming programs foster friendships, skill development, and an active lifestyle. With expert nursing care, ancillary medical services, and compassionate staff available around the clock, residents are cared for like cherished family members.

In this social and active community, residents engage in a busy calendar of activities and daily excursions that expose them to art, architecture, music, and more. With 24-hour security, a one-story facility, and three meals daily, Santa Anita Assisted Living prioritizes convenience and well-being. Whether requiring assistance with daily tasks or seeking companionship, their services are tailored to meet unique needs and preferences. Their commitment to excellence is unwavering, evident in the compassionate and personalized care extended to each resident. As a privately owned company, Santa Anita Assisted Living places the happiness and comfort of loved ones at the forefront, ensuring they receive the same level of care as if they were part of the Santa Anita family.

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Overview of Jcp Cottage Senior Care

JCP Cottage Assisted Living is a compassionate assisted living community in Victorville, CA, that focuses on personal care. Here, older adults can find a home away from home, especially with its private and spacious rooms. With 24-hour care, daily housekeeping, and three nutritious meals every day, residents are guaranteed a hassle-free living. The community also doubles its efforts to meet residents’ personal needs through personalized care plans and allows those with life-limiting conditions to receive the right support with their partnered hospice care providers.

Themed celebrations, recreational games, and fitness activities also provide residents with more opportunities to explore new interests and gain meaningful experiences. Wheelchair-accessible communal spaces and a naturally lit patio ensure relaxation and safety. The area is ideally set in a quiet residential area with easy access to bus stops and other local amenities, providing residents with easy access to their needs. With its passion for helping older adults live comfortably in their later years, this assisted living community is one of the best options for senior living in California.

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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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Almond Grove Assisted Living

6135 Almond Ave, Orangevale, CA 95662
Overview of Almond Grove Assisted Living

Live a blissful retirement at Almond Grove Assisted Living, an esteemed community in Orangevale, CA, offering assisted living. Residents receive the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs from a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. Residents can ease their worries in the community’s vibrant and nurturing environment.

Residents will not feel lonely with a carefully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs tailored to their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. Medication management is also provided for residents’ convenience and safety. The community is ideal for those looking to spend their golden years comfortably.

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Overview of Brookdale Chanate

A classic senior living community settling in Chanate Road, Santa Rosa, CA, Brookdale Chanate provides assisted living and memory care. Relax in the variety of cozy and spacious floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and shared apartments. With personalized 24-hour care and assistance from a kind and dedicated team of professionals, residents experience a stress-free and comfortable lifestyle. Brookdale Chanate promotes a bright and friendly environment, providing its residents with opportunities to discover new hobbies and hone their current interests.

Through its signature Clare Bridge Training, memory care residents enjoy a fulfilling and blissful life. Catering to its residents’ dietary needs and preferences, the community serves nutritious meals. With special attention given to memory care residents, the community prepares routine-based meal times to avoid confusion and foster familiarity. The community provides wonderful amenities such as a library, a beauty and barbershop, a porch, a fireside living room, a cafe, a courtyard and garden, a whirlpool, a piano, serene walking paths, and landscaped grounds for residents’ leisure and wellness.

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Overview of AvantGarde of La Jolla

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.

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Overview of Regency Palms Senior Living Oxnard

In this facility, their values are centered on the belief in showing and treating the residents warmly, like one would their family members. They aim to ensure that the transition to senior assisted living is seamless and free of stress. Despite the luxurious feel, this facility aims to make their services affordable for its value, offering a shared room, a studio and a 1-bedroom accommodation. Each space is designed with lots of room to ensure the comfort and relaxation of each resident.

Additionally, there are also amenities like fitness centers, game centers, events areas, and more, that make it a fun environment for the seniors. They encourage engagement and socialization among the residents, fostering a sense of community and family in their home-like facility.

Contact Regency Palms Senior Living Oxnard

Cassandra’s Care Home Inc.

10175 Golden Yarrow Ln, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701
Overview of Cassandra’s Care Home

Cassandra’s Care Home Inc. CCH is a distinguished community in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, that offers residential care. Accommodating up to six residents, the community strives to provide the highest quality of care 24/7 tailored to their special needs and preferences. As a family-owned community, the community ensures residents can feel at ease and make the most out of their golden years.

Residents enjoy a fun-filled lifestyle, with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs tailored to their leisure and wellness. Delightful and healthy meals are also provided for residents to have the finest dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Incontinence care, transportation services, and hospice coordination are also provided for residents’ convenience. The community is great for those looking for a stress-free setting to reside in their later years.

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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.