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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. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. 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 A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.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.
Gardens at Northridge
AL
IL
MC
RC
Northridge
135
Facility 135
CA AVG 103
Rank #397 / 1,349
Yes
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 56
Rank #620 / 1,410
A-27
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,032 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
63.7%
Facility 63.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #896 / 1,200
Pacifica Devonshire LLC' Devonshire Mgr LLC-
Alpine View Lodge
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Alpine (Glen Oaks)
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 103
Rank #947 / 1,349
No
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,396 / 1,410
A+6
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,298
76.3%
Facility 76.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #583 / 1,200
Alpine View Lodge LLC-
Carlton Senior Living Sacramento
AL
IL
MC
RESC
Sacramento (Arden-Arcade)
185
Facility 185
CA AVG 103
Rank #166 / 1,349
Yes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 56
Rank #353 / 1,410
B-18
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #791 / 1,292
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,085 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,298
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #546 / 1,200
Carlton Plaza Forever/Sac LP And Carlton Sr. Lvg LLC-
The Orchards Assisted Living
AL
Rancho Mission Viejo
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 103
Rank #687 / 1,349
Yes
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,008 / 1,410
A-9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,298
56.7%
Facility 56.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,001 / 1,200
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North La Costa Assisted Living
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Carlsbad (La Costa Valley)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,270 / 1,410
B-6
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 1,298
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,200
North La Costa Assisted Living LLC-
Palm Village Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Reedley
262
Facility 262
CA AVG 103
Rank #68 / 1,349
No
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,325 / 1,410
B13
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #25 / 1,298
24.0%
Facility 24.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,200 / 1,200
Mennonite Brethren Homes, Inc-
Summerfield of Encinitas
AL
MC
RC
Encinitas
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 103
Rank #863 / 1,349
No
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,100 / 1,410
B25
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #890 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 1,298
71.4%
Facility 71.4%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #688 / 1,200
Snh Cal Tenant LLC And Northstar Senior Living, IncStudio / Suite
Wildwood Canyon Villa Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
Yucaipa
130
Facility 130
CA AVG 103
Rank #418 / 1,349
No
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,334 / 1,410
B-11
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #450 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,298
48.5%
Facility 48.5%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,099 / 1,200
Csl-Yucaipa, LLC And Compass Senior Living, LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Rose Valley Redlands Residential Care Facility For The Elderly
AL
RESC
Redlands (South Redlands)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,110 / 1,410
D+19
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #859 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #650 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
3P Property II LLCPrivate Rooms
Sunny Beach Villa
AL
IL
MC
NH
Sacramento (New Broadmoor Estates)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
Yes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 56
Rank #353 / 1,410
C-10
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,024 / 1,338
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,298
33.3%
Facility 33.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,175 / 1,200
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Overview of North La Costa Assisted Living

Conveniently located in the heart of Carlsbad, CA, North La Costa Assisted Living is a welcoming senior living community that offers a blend of elegance and personalized care for seniors. The community provides a comprehensive range of care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care, all within beautifully designed living spaces. Residents can choose from a variety of thoughtfully designed accommodations with several floor plans, ensuring a comfortable living space tailored to individual needs.

The community is committed to holistic well-being, providing enriching activites such as music sessions and recreational outings. A dedicated team coordinates personalized healthcare services, from medication management to in-home medical visits. Moreover, residents can enjoy top-tier amenities such as pet therapy and wellness visits from stylists, creating a vibrant atmosphere where they can thrive. North La Costa Assisted Living is committed to fostering an engaging community focused on comfort, dignity enjoy for every resident.

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Overview of The Orchards Assisted Living
Orchards Assisted Living is located in Medford, Oregon. It offers compassionate assisted living services with a focus on dignity, independence, and individuality. The community features studio and one-bedroom apartments, along with various activities and amenities to enhance residents' quality of life.

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Gardens at Northridge

17650 Devonshire St, Northridge, CA 91325
Overview of Gardens at Northridge

Gardens at Northridge offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Northridge, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care is available for a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available within the same community, which may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to a different setting. Outdoor options include a rooftop deck, patio, and gardens. The library and game room offer places for reading and games, while chef prepared meals are served in an elegant dining room and religious services are held on site. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring one when moving into a pet friendly apartment. A Walk Score of 62 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Lisa Villasenor serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Alpine View Lodge

Located in Alpine, California, Alpine View Lodge is a family-owned senior living community with a rich legacy of over 40 years, specializing in memory care and assisted living services in the San Diego area. The facility is renowned for its comprehensive care for seniors with degenerative neurocognitive disorders, including all forms of dementia. The community creates an environment where seniors can thrive, irrespective of age or ability, including a secured perimeter that allows unrestricted access to the fresh air outside. In addition to memory care, Alpine View Lodge offers hospice care services in collaboration with hospice agencies. This service ensures that residents in their final stages of life are treated with dignity and compassion.

At Alpine View Lodge, the staff is deeply committed to seniors’ well-being, approaching each resident with the same care and consideration they would offer their family members. Senior caregivers in the San Diego County area deliver personalized services tailored to each individual’s unique challenges. Proudly presenting various options based on a comprehensive assessment of resident needs and preferences, the community is dedicated to ensuring a comfortable and enriching environment.  With accommodations for 38 seniors, this community offers residences with stunning views of the nearby hills, making it the ideal choice for seniors seeking the finest senior living experience.

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Overview of Carlton Senior Living Sacramento

Carlton Senior Living Sacramento is young for this kind of facility, just three years old, but it’s not small. The 185-bed community sits in Sacramento’s Arden-Arcade neighborhood at 1075 Fulton Ave, operated by Carlton Plaza Forever/Sac LP and Carlton Sr Lvg LLC and administered by Kasie Wimmer. Right now, 143 of those 185 beds are filled, putting occupancy at 77%. The Walk Score here is 76, genuinely very walkable, most errands can be done on foot without needing a car.

Monthly pricing starts at $4,995. Four care types live under one roof: assisted living, independent living, memory care, and residential care, backed by rehabilitation services, respite care, nursing services, and staff around the clock. The programming has some specificity to it too: fitness classes, live music, educational seminars.

On the amenities side, there’s convenient transportation, an Emergency Call System, restaurant-style dining, and on-site physical therapy. Pets are welcome.

On inspections, three themes have come up consistently: staffing and staff credentials, resident rights and protections, and fall and injury prevention.

Carlton Senior Living Sacramento reads as a newer, well-occupied community built around real breadth, four care types, specific programming, on-site therapy, in a location residents can actually get around without relying entirely on a car.

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Overview of Meridian at Chino

Meridian at Chino offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Chino, California. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

With several care levels, Meridian at Chino may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain within the community as those needs change. The community has 156 beds. Its Walk Score of 61 places it in the somewhat walkable category, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage certain nearby errands independently.

Residents can have gourmet meals in the dining room, exercise in the fitness center, use the salon, watch movies in the movie theater, and rest or visit in the enclosed courtyard. Daily activities include exercise, games, and social events, giving residents scheduled ways to take part in those activities, while wheelchair accessible areas support residents who use wheelchairs and pets are allowed. Isabel Enriquez serves as the administrator.

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Overview of The Meadows at Country Place

The Meadows at Country Place is a 34-bed assisted living and memory care community administered by Rangi Giner at 10 Country Place in Sacramento, California. Licensed since 2011 and operated by The Meadows at Country Place, LLC, the facility serves residents in the Pocket-Greenhaven area of Sacramento County with respite care and specialized programming across a range of complex care needs.

The inspection record is well above the California average. The Meadows at Country Place totaled 4 total citations since 2021, 60 percent below California’s average of 10, with 3 complaints against a state average of 14 and complaint visits at 3 versus a state average of 13. No serious citations recorded. The latest inspection was in May 2025.

Specialty programs include Alzheimer’s treatment, stroke recovery, Parkinson’s management, hospice assistance, and care for complex physical limitations. Such a clinical scope goes meaningfully beyond standard assisted living and memory care.

For older adults with Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, stroke-related impairments, or complex physical needs, The Meadows at Country Place is well-suited. It provides specialized residential care in Sacramento’s Pocket-Greenhaven neighborhood.

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Overview of Sunny Beach Villa

Sunny Beach Villa is small by design: six beds, a single-story building, tucked into Sacramento’s New Broadmoor Estates neighborhood. It’s been open 16 years. Right now, two of those six beds are filled, putting occupancy at 33%, well below capacity. Getting around the neighborhood is easy. The Walk Score here is 76, very walkable, genuinely uncommon for a facility this size.

The care model spans four categories under one roof: memory care, assisted living, independent living, and nursing home services. Day-to-day, that means round-the-clock help with daily living tasks, medication reminders, and support with routine household responsibilities. Transportation and walking assistance are available for residents who need them, and meals are prepared with individual dietary needs in mind. Units come in a single housing type, one-bedroom, and pets are welcome.

On the regulatory side, inspections here have tended to center on four recurring areas: medication management, fire-safety systems, environmental and hazardous-materials safety, and fall and injury prevention. These are the kinds of categories regulators watch across facilities of this type generally.

Sunny Beach Villa is a small, low-occupancy community offering an unusually broad span of care types for its size, from memory care through nursing-home-level services, in a genuinely walkable Sacramento neighborhood. For families drawn to a smaller, more intimate setting over a larger campus, that combination of scale and range is the defining feature here.

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Overview of Rose Valley Redlands Residential Care Facility for the Elderly

Rose Valley Redlands Residential Care Facility for the Elderly is a one-of-a-kind community located in the quiet residential area of South Dearborn Street, Redlands, CA, that offers assisted living. Residents here do not have to worry about their special needs, with a compassionate and highly trained team providing top-notch care and assistance 24/7. Promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment, the community ensures residents feel at ease and make the most out of their golden years without worries.

A jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs is also conducted to keep residents active and socially engaged. Healthy meals are important for residents’ wellness, so delightful and nutritious meals are served to satisfy dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those looking for a place to reside in retirement, especially with its cozy and spacious setting.

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Overview of Wildwood Canyon Villa Assisted Living and Memory Care

Cherish every moment with Wildwood Canyon Villa Assisted Living and Memory Care, a dedicated community in the peaceful neighborhood of Yucaipa, CA, that offers assisted living and memory care. Catering to residents’ needs and financial capabilities, the community features cozy and specially designed studio and one-bedroom accommodations that aim to optimize comfort and safety. A responsible and well-trained team also attends to residents’ specific needs 24/7, providing top-tier care and assistance for a worry-free retirement.

Utilizing its exclusive True North Programs, a variety of fun activities and engaging programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially engaged. Healthy meals are important for residents’ wellness, so delightful and nutritious meals are served to meet dietary needs and preferences. The community goes above and beyond to maintain residents’ dignity, as they care for their day-to-day activities, ensuring they age gracefully.

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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.