Best Assisted Living in Fullerton, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 assisted living communities in Fullerton, CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CA
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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Crescent Landing at Fullerton Memory Care
AL
MC
Fullerton
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 103
Rank #791 / 1,349
Yes
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 56
Rank #536 / 1,410
D+7
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #309 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #59 / 1,298
43.1%
Facility 43.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,146 / 1,200
A+Welltower Tenant Group LLC And Oakmont Mgmt Group LLCPrivate / Shared Suite
Sunnycrest Senior Living
AL
RC
Fullerton (Sunny Hills)
210
Facility 210
CA AVG 103
Rank #117 / 1,349
Yes
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 56
Rank #878 / 1,410
C-73
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,255 / 1,292
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,307 / 1,338
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,298
53.8%
Facility 53.8%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,031 / 1,200
C+Fullerton Sh LLC And Mosaic Management Inc-
Ivy Park at Fullerton
AL
MC
Fullerton (Sunny Hills)
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 103
Rank #715 / 1,349
Yes
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,100 / 1,410
B+4
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #198 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,220 / 1,298
87.1%
Facility 87.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #265 / 1,200
-Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakmont of Fullerton
AL
MC
Fullerton
152
Facility 152
CA AVG 103
Rank #287 / 1,349
Yes
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 56
Rank #926 / 1,410
A+15
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,298
73.0%
Facility 73.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #654 / 1,200
-Well Oak Tenant LLC And Oakmont Managememt Group LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Fullerton Villa
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Fullerton
197
Facility 197
CA AVG 103
Rank #151 / 1,349
No
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 56
Rank #764 / 1,410
A-24
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #890 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #472 / 1,298
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #291 / 1,200
A+First Care Inc-
Kaego‘s Richman Gardens by SCH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Fullerton
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 103
Rank #990 / 1,349
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 56
Rank #262 / 1,410
D+18
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #498 / 1,292
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,165 / 1,338
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #961 / 1,298
73.1%
Facility 73.1%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #650 / 1,200
-Specialized Community Healthcare Company-
Loving Care Facility for the Elderly at 2622 W Olive Ave
AL
Fullerton
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 56
Rank #670 / 1,410
D+8
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,292
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 1,338
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #699 / 1,298
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #785 / 1,200
-V.s. Management Firm, IncPrivate Rooms
D’Best Care
AL
HC
HOS
MC
RESC
RC
Fullerton
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,035 / 1,349
No
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 56
Rank #570 / 1,410
D-9
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #418 / 1,292
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #840 / 1,338
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #262 / 1,298
33.3%
Facility 33.3%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1,175 / 1,200
-Delacruz, LLCPrivate Rooms
Acacia Villas
AL
IL
Fullerton
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #625 / 1,349
No
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 56
Rank #911 / 1,410
B+13
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #556 / 1,292
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,338
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #543 / 1,298
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.1%
Rank #1 / 1,200
-Kairos Management One, 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-

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 11 analyzed for Fullerton. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Crescent Landing at Fullerton Memory Care

Cherish every moment of your golden years with Crescent Landing at Fullerton Memory Care, an esteemed community in East Commonwealth Avenue, Fullerton, CA, focusing on memory care. With a specialized program tailored to residents’ memory-related needs, the community strives to provide top-notch care and assistance around the clock. Ease your worries and live life to the fullest with the community’s bright and friendly setting.

Empowering residents to live actively and happily, the community orchestrates stimulating activities and engaging programs tailored to their leisure and wellness. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals served three times daily, catering to dietary needs and preferences. Incontinence care, medication management, and physical therapy are also provided for residents’ comfort and convenience. The community is great for those looking to receive the highest quality of care in retirement for a wondrous retirement.

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Fullerton Villa

2441 W. Orangethorpe Ave, Fullerton, CA 92833
Overview of Fullerton Villa

Fullerton Villa provides assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Fullerton, CA. Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while they keep their own apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Hospice care centers on comfort for residents with advanced illness. Respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover, so these care types may make Fullerton Villa a good fit for a resident whose needs or family circumstances may change over time.

A Walk Score of 56 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still handle select nearby errands independently. Transportation is available for residents who need arranged travel beyond the community. Incontinence care, medication services, and caregiver service address personal care, medication routines, and daily assistance. Fullerton Villa is administered by Jae Wan Rim and operated by First Care.

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Ivy Park at Fullerton

2226 N Euclid St, Fullerton, CA 92835
Overview of Ivy Park at Fullerton

Ivy Park at Fullerton offers assisted living and memory care services– delivered by the staff’s compassionate and kind approach. They ensure that every resident can live a purposeful life every day and feel at home through the exceptional service and care they provide. Ivy Park is considerably one of the most welcoming and inclusive senior living communities, which would be ideal for you or your loved one who seeks a home secured with safety.

The lifestyle at Ivy Park ensures that everyone stays active, which is why they have wellness programs that help enrich their body and spirit. Community services and amenities include concierge services, arts and crafts, social activities, a full-service hair salon, and indoor and outdoor common areas.

Contact Ivy Park at Fullerton

Oakmont of Fullerton

433 W Bastanchury Rd, Fullerton, CA 92835
Overview of Oakmont of Fullerton

Oakmont of Fullerton offers assisted living and memory care in Fullerton, CA. In assisted living, residents receive help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and taking medication while living in an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia or 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 152 beds. Housing includes studios, suites, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments. The larger layouts can accommodate a couple or a resident who wants a companion. A Walk Score of 47 places Oakmont of Fullerton in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Pets are allowed, which means a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving into the community.

Programs include wellness services, activities, culinary offerings, and caregiver support. Meals are prepared by a team of skilled professionals. Maria Kauten serves as the administrator, and Oakmont of Fullerton is operated by Well Oak Tenant and Oakmont Management Group.

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Acacia Villas

1620 E. Chapman Avenue, Fullerton, CA 92831
Overview of Acacia Villas

Acacia Villas offers assisted living and independent living in Fullerton, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Having both care types under one roof may suit someone whose needs change over time. A resident can move between independent living and assisted living without leaving the community. Acacia Villas has 99 beds and is listed at 100% occupancy, meaning all listed beds are occupied.

Residents have access to a clubhouse, gym facilities, a lifestyle park, and a swimming pool for recreation and exercise on site. A fine dining restaurant provides an on-site dining venue. Biometric access control and patrolling guards are listed security features.

Starting prices are listed at R 25 000,00 to R 32 500,00, which gives families an initial budgeting reference, although the available facts do not connect those amounts to specific care levels. Tammy Joo serves as administrator, and Kairos Management One operates the community. A Walk Score of 48 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of Loving Care Facility for the Elderly at 2622 W Olive Ave

Discover a lifestyle and care services just as unique as you in the Loving Care Facility for the Elderly in Fullerton, CA, a remarkable senior living community that offers personalized assisted living, Dementia care, and post-surgical assistance. Committed to delivering exceptional care, the community provides a well-experienced and caring team that offers various services, including meal preparation, hygiene, cleaning, and supervision.

The community also strives to develop a caring relationship with residents that allow them to deeply understand their pain points, needs, and goals to better deliver a care that perfectly aligns with their needs. Liberated from the common hassles of daily living, residents can freely focus on living their lives to fullest or spending more time with their family and friends.

Contact Loving Care Facility for the Elderly at 2622 W Olive Ave

D’Best Care

3608 W Ash Ave, Fullerton, CA 92833
Overview of D’best Care

Located in Fullerton, D’best Care Board and Care is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly since 2003(RCFE), a licensed assisted living by the State of California, that provide a more intimate and more one and one care for our residents, we assist them in their activities of daily living (ADL), monitor our resident’s condition, their reaction to medication etc. We have Physician (once a month) and Podiatrist that visits (every two months) We also can provide Dementia Care, Hospice care, 24 Hour Care is also available.

D’best Care accepts residents with memory problem, D’best Care will work with your physician to create and implement an individualized care plan, that will include program to enhance the physical mental psychological well being of each of our resident.

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Overview of Sunnycrest Senior Living

Sunnycrest Senior Living offers apartment-style living for assisted living options in Fullerton. With their commitment to providing seniors with a genuine residential environment and top-notch care and services, individuals cultivate a vibrant social life and an enriched holistic lifestyle. Within a cozy, home-like community, seniors find themselves in an environment that understands their needs.

Sunnycrest Senior Living offers premier accommodations that lead to a vibrant atmosphere for retirement. Services focused on resident-centered wellness, such as ADLs, medication management, life-enriching programs, and a delicious dining experience. Other community amenities include an outdoor lounge, garden, patio, hair salon services, and common areas.

Contact Sunnycrest Senior Living

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.

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Overview of Kaego‘s Richman Gardens by Sch

Kaego’s Richman Gardens by Special Community Healthcare (SCH) offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build a mutual level of trust with each other. Specializing in assisted living for memory care seniors– the facility home aims to enhance the quality of life for its residents by ensuring that seniors can satisfy their holistic wellness.

Kaego’s Richman Gardens ensures its residents remain independent and fully supported throughout their journey. They offer amenities and services, including a library, recreational center, outdoor walking paths, a dining room, services such as housekeeping and linen, transportation, daily activities, and memory care training programs.

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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 Fullerton at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 62/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Fullerton, 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: 100The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Fullerton, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Fullerton, CA

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

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Fullerton, CA is approximately $6,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

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

Assisted living in Fullerton, CA typically ranges from $5,500–$8,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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

Assisted living facilities in Fullerton, 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.