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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. 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. 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 A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.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.
Bellaken Garden
AL
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Oakland (Saint Elizabeth)
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 103
Rank #860 / 1,349
No
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 56
Rank #43 / 1,410
A+8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #194 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
Bellaken Health Group, Inc-
Oakmont of Silver Creek
AL
MC
San Jose (Evergreen)
148
Facility 148
CA AVG 103
Rank #329 / 1,349
Yes
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,145 / 1,410
B+23
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #709 / 1,292
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,024 / 1,338
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,134 / 1,298
48.6%
Facility 48.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,098 / 1,200
Okmt Of Sr. Lvng Of Slvr Crk Opco LLC And Okmt Mgmt GrpStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakmont of Fair Oaks
AL
MC
Fair Oaks
128
Facility 128
CA AVG 103
Rank #437 / 1,349
Yes
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 56
Rank #911 / 1,410
C45
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,121 / 1,292
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,184 / 1,338
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #857 / 1,298
65.6%
Facility 65.6%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #871 / 1,200
Oakmont Sr. Lvng Of Fair Oaks Opco And Oakmont MgmtStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Ivy at Wellington
AL
Laguna Woods
305
Facility 305
CA AVG 103
Rank #47 / 1,349
Yes
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,145 / 1,410
B+24
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #991 / 1,292
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #678 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,298
40.7%
Facility 40.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,154 / 1,200
Well Oak Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Commons at Union Ranch
AL
MC
RC
Manteca
135
Facility 135
CA AVG 103
Rank #397 / 1,349
Yes
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,278 / 1,410
C+49
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,150 / 1,292
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,278 / 1,338
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #650 / 1,298
76.3%
Facility 76.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #583 / 1,200
Union Ranch Msl LLC And Msl Community Management LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Golden Pond Retirement Community
AL
HOS
IL
MC
RC
Sacramento (La Riviera)
175
Facility 175
CA AVG 103
Rank #196 / 1,349
Yes
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,037 / 1,410
C-67
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,204 / 1,292
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,316 / 1,338
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #171 / 1,298
49.1%
Facility 49.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,093 / 1,200
Walgenbach, Brian & Gill, DougStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Chatsworth Commons Senior Living, LLC
AL
MC
Chatsworth
268
Facility 268
CA AVG 103
Rank #63 / 1,349
Yes
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 56
Rank #326 / 1,410
B+5
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,220 / 1,298
-Chatsworth Commons Senior Living, LLC-
Fullerton Rosewood Assisted Living
AL
Fullerton
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #625 / 1,349
No
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 56
Rank #89 / 1,410
A+9
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #354 / 1,298
-Fullerton Rosewood Assisted Living, Inc-
Pink Coral Residence II
AL
Palmdale
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,285 / 1,410
B-6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #508 / 1,298
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #335 / 1,200
Pink Coral Residence, LLCPrivate Rooms
San Carlos Elms
AL
MC
San Carlos
130
Facility 130
CA AVG 103
Rank #418 / 1,349
Yes
97
Facility 97
CA AVG 56
Rank #21 / 1,410
B+15
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #120 / 1,298
-San Carlos Development Corporation-

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Overview of Fullerton Rosewood Assisted Living

Serving older adults for 19 years, Fullerton Rosewood Assisted Living is a 99-bed residential care community in Fullerton, California, where daily life spotlights independence with support when needed. Operated by Fullerton Rosewood Assisted Living, Inc., under Jane Kim’s administration, its location in Fullerton earns a Walk Score of 92. This means residents and visiting family can handle most errands on foot, with walkable shops and services.

The community’s approach accentuates personalized care and an active lifestyle. A full daily schedule of activities promotes socialization and wellness, while a wellness program suite helps all residents live as independently as possible. They can access 24/7 staffing, transportation, housekeeping, and laundry services. The dining program offers a wide range of well-balanced meals with special diet accommodations, and the community also provides on-site devotional services for those who value spiritual support. Safety and comfort are woven throughout. Personal one-touch emergency response systems let residents call for help instantly, and showers throughout the community include handrails for stability. Housekeeping and laundry services keep living spaces clean and residents’ personal care manageable.

State inspections of California assisted living facilities mirror the community’s performance on regulatory metrics. Fullerton Rosewood Assisted Living since 2022 has maintained a strong compliance record, with no citations on file and performance across inspections and complaint visits, notably better than typical California assisted living residences.

Contact Fullerton Rosewood Assisted Living

Overview of Chatsworth Commons Senior Living

Operated and administrated by David Monroy, Chatsworth Commons Senior Living is a newly established community in Chatsworth, California. It offers residents a blend of assisted living services and amenities within a walkable neighborhood. The 268-bed community provides options for older adults seeking daily support with personal care, medication management, and social engagement. Located in an area with a Walk Score of 78, occupants and visiting family will find most daily errands walkable.

The community provides 24-hour staffing and focuses on personalized support, with services that include respite care, rehabilitation services, and help with daily living activities. Its approach centers on maintaining independence while offering assistance where needed. To tailor the support level to individual preferences and capabilities, the staff works with each resident. Dining is prepared on-site by a professional chef and dining staff, offering residents freshly prepared meals as part of daily community life. The home also provides private dining options for residents who prefer meals in their rooms or with guests. It offers various amenities designed to support wellness and life quality. Occupants can access a library, a salon, gardens, and walking paths for outdoor recreation. The facility arranges transportation for residents and handles housekeeping and laundry services so they can focus on relevant matters. For those hosting family or friends, a private dining space exists. As a newer community, Chatsworth Commons Senior Living continues to establish itself in the Chatsworth area.

Families contemplating the community must take time for an in-person tour to see the facilities, meet the staff, and get a feel for daily life there.

Contact Chatsworth Commons Senior Living, LLC

Overview of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley

A proud MorningStar Senior Living Group member, MorningStar Senior Assisted Living and Memory Care of Berkeley provides exceptional assisted living and memory care services tailored to each individual’s needs. The community prides itself on providing the best services, striving to be the city’s top-ranked assisted living place. Residents of MorningStar Senior Living of Berkeley can rest assured that they can feel like a home away from home.

An elegant community built on its contemporary design and styling, allowing for a more luxurious environment while providing resort-like services: elegant designs and upscale amenities such as its dining room, brightly-lit lounge areas, spacious apartments, courtyard, and arts and crafts studio. MorningStar promotes a stress-free lifestyle for their residents, providing essential services– housekeeping, social and recreational events, and transportation events. Management encourages residents to participate in activities and maximize the amenities to socialize and promote a warm and welcoming environment.

Contact MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care of Berkeley

Overview of Pink Coral Residence II

Located at Palmdale California Pink Coral Residence II fosters where residents can feel comfortable and respected. This family-oriented Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) prioritizes resident well-being, offering a comfortable, home-like setting since 2013. Pink Coral’s compassionate staff provides assistance with daily activities like medication management, bathing, and housekeeping, promoting an active and independent lifestyle for all residents.

Their focus on holistic wellness ensures residents receive the care they need while maintaining their dignity. Recognizing the importance of socialization, Pink Coral offers planned activities to each resident’s interests. From games and movies to music, sing-alongs, and even gardening, there’s something for everyone. Residents can also celebrate holidays and milestones together, fostering a sense of belonging.

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Overview of San Carlos Elms

San Carlos Elms is a 130-bed assisted living and memory care community located at 707 Elm Street in the heart of San Carlos, California. Managed by the non-profit San Carlos Development Corporation under administrator Scott Evans, the community has served local seniors for 28 years.

Residents can choose between private apartments and separate memory care accommodations in a specialized neighborhood. The facility features an elegant, formal dining room where residents actively participate in menu planning. The property is pet-friendly and includes secure outdoor patios. Carrying a near-perfect walk score of 97, the neighborhood is exceptionally walkable, allowing residents and visiting families to reach nearby downtown shopping, dining, and the local transit station entirely on foot.

Families considering the community should reach out to the administration to check current bed availability.

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Overview of Bellaken Garden

Belinda Leung serves as the administrator for Bellaken Garden, an established 58-bed nursing home run by Bellaken Health Group, Inc., on 26th Avenue in Oakland’s Fruitvale neighborhood. The building has been open for 26 years and is full. Resident stays average 325 days, showing that the daily operation handles a mix of permanent long-term care and temporary rehab for people transitioning back home after a hospital stay. To clear care bills, the front office accepts private funds, Medicare, and Medicaid.

The facility sits in a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood with a walk score of 95 out of 100, so visiting relatives can run quick errands on foot or take local public transit. Inside the building, residents receive an average of 3 hours and 58 minutes of hands-on attention every day. This direct care is split among a 24-hour team of registered nurses, practical nurses, and assistants who focus on short-term physical therapy and structured restorative care programs.

Government health inspectors keep tabs on the property through routine compliance audits to make sure clinical staffing and building safety stay up to code.

Prospective residents can call the main office to see how the waiting list works for incoming patients, ask about the admissions process, or coordinate a good afternoon to walk through the therapy areas.

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Overview of Oakwood Memory & Senior Care

Oakwood Memory & Senior Care is a 30-bed assisted living and memory care community at 1025 Oakwood Avenue in Vallejo, California, operated by Mahawar Care, LLC under administrator Reynaldo Gutierrez. Licensed since 2016, Oakwood Memory & Senior Care serves residents in Solano County with rehabilitation services, respite care, and 24-hour staffing. The community is wheelchair accessible with a secured entry.

The inspection record is near the California average. Since 2021, Oakwood Memory & Senior Care logged 11 total citations, marginally above the California average of 10, with 11 complaints below the state average of 14 and complaint visits at 6 against a California average of 13. Citations per routine inspection run 0.8 versus a state average of 3.3. No serious citations appear on record. ALM’s composite score is 73 out of 100 (C), three points above the California nursing home benchmark of 70 (C−). The most recent inspection was April 2026.

Individual climate controls exist in each unit. Amenities include private balconies or patios, restaurant-style dining, church services, and organized social outings.

For older adults seeking assisted living or memory care in a smaller, established community in Vallejo, the facility is ideal. Oakwood Memory & Senior Care has below-average complaint activity and a full suite of daily services serving residents in the North Bay.

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Overview of Golden Pond Retirement Community

Treat yourself to the lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of with the idyllic senior living community of Golden Pond Retirement Community in North Ford Street, Golden, CO, providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Featuring a selection of purposely designed and spacious accommodations ranging from studios to two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures seniors enjoy a comfortable and secure retirement. A team of kind and well-trained professionals cares for daily living activities and personal needs to ensure seniors thrive and live to their potential.

A jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs accompanies seniors as they explore new interests and relive hobbies. With diverse dining options, the community strives to meet dietary needs and preferences for a delightful dining experience. Golden Pond Retirement Community is ideal for seniors looking to optimize their independence while receiving the utmost care and support for their ever-changing needs.

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Overview of The Lodge at Glen Cove

The Lodge at Glen Cove is a 155-bed assisted living community that Glen Cove, Vallejo Ca, Inc, operates at 140 Glen Cove Marina Road in Vallejo, California. Operating for five years, it’s housed in a three-story building, serving occupants needing help with daily activities while staying as independent as possible. Indicating an 83 percent occupancy rate, the home currently houses 128 residents.

The facility offers residents housing layouts to suit different needs and preferences: studio, one-, and two-bedroom units. This diversity in unit sizes lets residents and families select an option that matches the level of space and privacy vital to them. The community sits in a car-dependent area of Vallejo. This means most errands and services need a car, so visiting family members and residents planning outings must arrange transportation accordingly. With 128 residents in a 155-bed facility, The Lodge at Glen Cove maintains a relatively full census, which can reflect stable operations and a sense of community among occupants. For families seeking assisted living options, the five-year operating history shows it has established itself as an ongoing presence in the region.

State inspections have tracked themes around medication management, supervision, and administrative documentation as the facility’s focus areas. The home continues to operate while such regulatory matters are managed via the inspection and oversight process.

Families touring The Lodge at Glen Cove can inquire directly about how medication safety and resident supervision are handled every day.

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Overview of Meadow Oaks of Roseville

Meadow Oaks of Roseville, located in Roseville, CA, is a senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services to its residents. Their memory care program offers standard and deluxe villa, as well as standard and deluxe lodge accommodations where standard are studio-type units, and deluxe are two-bedroom or companion units. The standard units feature private bathrooms and a small living area and reading/writing nook, while deluxe units feature a shared bathroom.

Part of Meadow Oaks’ memory care program include access to care staff 24/7, assistance with daily living activities, and meal provisions around the clock, including snacks. Additionally, memory care residents are also provided access to family education and support groups, and music, art, and pet therapy.

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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.