Best Assisted Living in Chico, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 12 assisted living communities in Chico, 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. 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.
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.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
A complaint visit is an unannounced on-site visit by California's Community Care Licensing Division to investigate a complaint about the community, filed by a resident, a family member, staff or anyone else. A visit means a complaint was looked into, not that it was proven: the state may find it substantiated, inconclusive or unfounded. Fewer visits is better.
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.
Almond Blossom Assisted Living
AL
HOS
MC
Chico
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 74
Rank #1,133 / 2,023
A+Yes
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,133 / 1,409
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 6
Rank #1 / 1,965
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 2,011
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 11
Rank #1,642 / 1,980
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 76.5%
Rank #1 / 1,829
Hijk Inc-
Westmont of Chico
AL
IL
MC
Chico
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 74
Rank #950 / 2,023
AYes
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,262 / 1,409
20
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 6
Rank #1,199 / 1,965
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #795 / 2,011
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 11
Rank #396 / 1,980
52.1%
Facility 52.1%
CA AVG 76.5%
Rank #1,606 / 1,829
Terraces Operations LP, The And Westmont Living IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Courtyard at Little Chico Creek
AL
HOS
RESC
Chico
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 74
Rank #921 / 2,023
BYes
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 56
Rank #898 / 1,409
16
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 6
Rank #1,278 / 1,965
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #795 / 2,011
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 11
Rank #196 / 1,980
85.7%
Facility 85.7%
CA AVG 76.5%
Rank #532 / 1,829
Courtyard At Little Chico Creek/Hignell & HignellStudio / 1 Bed
Townsend House
AL
HOS
MC
Chico
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 74
Rank #990 / 2,023
B-Yes
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 56
Rank #972 / 1,409
13
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 6
Rank #1,331 / 1,965
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,125 / 2,011
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 11
Rank #953 / 1,980
76.3%
Facility 76.3%
CA AVG 76.5%
Rank #993 / 1,829
Rcfe Management LLC-
Roses & Ivy Assisted Living Facility for the Elderly
AL
Chico
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 74
Rank #1,068 / 2,023
C+Yes
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 56
Rank #589 / 1,409
9
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 6
Rank #1,047 / 1,965
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,125 / 2,011
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 11
Rank #1,642 / 1,980
93.3%
Facility 93.3%
CA AVG 76.5%
Rank #415 / 1,829
Redlands Rehab And Healthcare Systems-
Roseleaf Gardens
AL
HOS
MC
PC
RC
Chico
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 74
Rank #900 / 2,023
D-Yes
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,285 / 1,409
51
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 6
Rank #1,828 / 1,965
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,998 / 2,011
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 11
Rank #582 / 1,980
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
CA AVG 76.5%
Rank #1,622 / 1,829
Golden Roseleaf Gardens Opco LLC-
Golden Sierra Care Home
AL
Chico
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 74
Rank #1,133 / 2,023
?Yes
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 56
Rank #550 / 1,409
1
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 6
Rank #1 / 1,965
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 2,011
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 11
Rank #663 / 1,980
-Emerald Dreamcare Home LLC-
The Lighthouse at Chico
AL
MC
Chico
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 74
Rank #503 / 2,023
?No-12
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 6
Rank #1,331 / 1,965
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 2,011
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 11
Rank #1,824 / 1,980
37.5%
Facility 37.5%
CA AVG 76.5%
Rank #1,772 / 1,829
Lighthouse At Chico, LLC, The-
Almond Blossom Assisted Living Bh 2
AL
MC
Chico
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 74
Rank #1,133 / 2,023
ANo-4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 6
Rank #1 / 1,965
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 2,011
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 11
Rank #1,642 / 1,980
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 76.5%
Rank #583 / 1,829
Hijk Inc-
Almond Blossom Assisted Living – West
AL
MC
Chico
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 74
Rank #1,133 / 2,023
C+No-5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 6
Rank #1 / 1,965
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #795 / 2,011
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 11
Rank #1,642 / 1,980
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 76.5%
Rank #583 / 1,829
Hijk Inc-

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other CA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 12 analyzed for Chico. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Almond Blossom Assisted Living

Almond Blossom Assisted Living in Chico, CA, delivers assisted living, memory care, and hospice support within a residential setting. Assisted living assists with daily routines like dressing, bathing, and managing medications while residents maintain their own living quarters. Memory support offers structured supervision for individuals at risk of wandering, and hospice services focus on comfort care during end-of-life stages.

Operating with six beds, the residence provides a small, home-like environment that is currently at 100% occupancy. On-site health support includes the Connected Care program and rehabilitation services, while a dedicated respite care option supports short-term stays when primary family caregivers need time away. Resident conveniences include pet-friendly policies and scheduled local transportation.

Financial options rely on private pay arrangements. Located in an area with a walk score of 30, the surrounding neighborhood is car-dependent, requiring personal vehicles or community transport for most everyday errands.

Families searching for small-group care options or short-term respite stays can connect with Almond Blossom Assisted Living to inquire about waitlist details or arrange a home tour.

Starting Price $5,400/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Westmont of Chico

2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, Chico, CA 95928
Overview of Westmont of Chico

Westmont of Chico offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Chico, CA. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an 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.

The community has 48 beds. Its smaller size allows staff and residents to get to know each other. Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between them does not require leaving the community. Housing includes studios, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences, with a studio providing one private space and a two-bedroom layout accommodating a couple or companion.

Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet while living at the community. Cliff Keene serves as the administrator.

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Overview of The Courtyard at Little Chico Creek

Located in Chico, California, Courtyard at Little Chico Creek sets a high standard for senior living, prioritizing safety and offering an environment ideal for various levels of care, including assisted living. With 24-hour staff availability and a protective atmosphere, residents can enjoy beautifully landscaped grounds, perfect for leisurely strolls. The facility features state-of-the-art studio and one-bedroom apartments designed to meet seniors’ diverse needs, each equipped with a private bath and kitchenette. The home boasts a total of 41 apartments, ensuring a comfortable and accommodating senior living experience.

In addition to their commitment to senior care, Courtyard at Little Chico Creek provides amenities such as a beauty parlor, whirlpool bath, and an activity and recreation center. These features, combined with their focus on safety and varied care options, make Courtyard at Little Chico Creek an ideal choice among assisted living facilities, creating a supportive environment for assisted senior living.

Price range $5,558 - $6,127/Month Info Pricing updated on March 13th, 2026

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Overview of Townsend House

Operated by Rcfe Management LLC, Townsend House is an assisted living community in Chico, California. It offers assisted living, hospice care, and memory care in one location. Chablis Pasquale serves as the administrator. The community is located at 10 Ilahee Lane in Butte County, a few miles from downtown Chico.

The 38-bed community has been serving residents for 7 years. There’s a mix of private and semi-private rooms, with a current occupancy rate of about 76%. This combination of community size and room options can suit residents who want more privacy while still having easy access to shared spaces and staff support.

Staff is available 24 hours a day. The community combines memory care and hospice care with assisted living, allowing many residents to remain in the same community if their care needs change. Daily support includes housekeeping, meal service, transportation assistance, and on-site security systems. Townsend House also welcomes pets. Transportation services, fitness programs, and recreation activities are part of everyday life.

The area has a Walk Score of 44, which is considered somewhat walkable. A few nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require a car.

State inspections conducted by the California Department of Social Services have generally found that the community meets staff training and safety equipment requirements. Earlier inspections also identified concerns involving resident supervision and personal privacy, which led to corrective action and staff retraining. Families considering Townsend House may ask how resident supervision and privacy practices are currently being managed.

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Overview of Roses & Ivy Assisted Living Facility for the Elderly

Roses & Ivy Assisted Living Facility for the Elderly is one of Chico, California’s premier teams, providing a high level of care in a Victorian home setting. Residents experience an intimate atmosphere with personalized care and a rich array of daily activities. The facility is known for its elegant and vibrant environment, offering well-recommended assisted senior living services in the area, including an extraordinary dining program featuring freshly picked foods and spices, along with transfer and ambulatory assistance.

Roses & Ivy goes beyond the basics, offering a resident activity program, housekeeping, and linen services. The facility provides numerous amenities, including basic hygiene items, smart TVs, and complimentary transportation services. With its homelike and picturesque setting, Roses & Ivy Assisted Living Facility for the Elderly offers a welcoming and supportive environment, making it an excellent choice for those seeking residential assisted living.

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Overview of Roseleaf Gardens

Located a few miles from downtown Chico, California, Roseleaf Gardens is an assisted living community offering assisted living, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. The 56-bed community is operated by Golden Roseleaf Gardens Opco LLC and administered by Grace Hawkins. It has been serving residents for 14 years. The community currently has an occupancy rate of about 50%.

Residents receive support through a 24-hour emergency response system and medication services, providing ongoing assistance and monitoring. Meals are served in the community dining room. Residents can join in day programs and activities to stay active and engaged. Memory care services are available within the same community, making it easier for residents to move to a higher level of support if their needs change over time.

Pets are welcome in the community, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in. Transportation services, fitness programs, and recreation activities help residents stay active and get to appointments or errands without depending entirely on family members. Residents can also enjoy the community’s gardens and outdoor spaces.

The car-dependent area has a Walk Score of 14, which means most errands and outings require driving.

State inspections have mainly focused on staffing levels, resident supervision, incident reporting, and how quickly medical needs are addressed. Some findings were considered more serious than others. More recent inspections have noted partial progress in addressing concerns raised during earlier reviews. Families touring the home should ask about current staffing levels and supervision practices.

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Overview of Golden Sierra Care Home

Tucked in Chico, California, Golden Sierra Care Home redefines senior living with services and facilities that enhance the overall experience. The facility exudes a vibrant and beautiful atmosphere, providing round-the-clock staffing, along with housekeeping and laundry services, ensuring residents enjoy a comfortable and well-maintained living environment. Additionally, Golden Sierra Care Home offers medication administration, catering to the individual needs of each resident.

Beyond the basics, Golden Sierra Care Home takes a personalized approach, hosting special events such as holidays, birthdays, and significant milestones in residents’ lives. The focus on simple living contributes to making the golden years more fulfilling and peaceful, positioning the home as an excellent choice for those seeking assisted living near them and a supportive environment for senior living and residential assisted living in Chico.

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Overview of The Lighthouse at Chico

The Lighthouse at Chico is an assisted living and memory care community in Chico, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 120 beds, with a private room for each resident rather than shared rooms. Respite care provides short stays when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to the community.

Residents can garden, use the salon, read in the library, or spend time in the private courtyard and along the lakeview trails and walking paths. Restaurant style dining includes chef prepared meals, snacks, food access around the clock, and a private dining room for family events. Activities include chair yoga, tai chi, painting, pottery, movie screenings, and outings to local parks and museums, giving residents options for exercise, creative pursuits, entertainment, and time away from the community.

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Overview of Almond Blossom Assisted Living Bh 2

Almond Blossom Assisted Living Bh 2 provides assisted living and memory care in Chico, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting and supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care types may make the community a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The home has six beds. Its smaller size gives staff and residents the chance to get to know one another. Exercise and wellness programs, garden walks, and social gatherings offer structured opportunities for movement and time outdoors. The starting price is $5,400 per month, giving families a baseline for monthly budgeting, and Hijk operates the community.

Starting Price $5,400/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Almond Blossom Assisted Living – West

Almond Blossom Assisted Living, West provides assisted living and memory care in Chico, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Both care levels are available here. That may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

With six beds, Almond Blossom Assisted Living, West is a small community where staff and residents can get to know one another, which may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting. The starting price is $5,400 per month, giving families an initial figure for monthly care budgeting. Residents can take part in exercise and wellness programs, garden walks and social gatherings, creating opportunities for physical activity, time outdoors and interaction with others. Hijk operates the community, and Cory and Robin Williams are identified as its owners.

Starting Price $5,400/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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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 Chico at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $5,408The average monthly cost across facilities in Chico, CA. 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: 41/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Chico, CA. 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: 30The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Chico, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Chico, CA

What is the average cost of assisted living in Chico, CA?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Chico, CA is approximately $4,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Chico, CA?

Assisted living in Chico, CA typically ranges from $4,000–$6,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Chico, CA?

Assisted living facilities in Chico, CA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

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.