Best Assisted Living in Loma Linda, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 assisted living communities in Loma Linda, 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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Avg Walk Score: 31/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Loma Linda, 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: 96The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Loma Linda, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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. 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.
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.
The ALM Inspection Grade — our own 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. 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 A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.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.
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.
Heritage Gardens
AL
HOS
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Loma Linda
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 103
Rank #918 / 1,492
No
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 57
Rank #1,283 / 1,887
-31
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,181 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #84 / 1,452
85.9%
Facility 85.9%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #335 / 1,313
A+Heritage Health Care IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Yucaipa Valley Board and Care
AL
RESC
Yucaipa
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,490 / 1,492
No
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 57
Rank #1,848 / 1,887
B-80 / 100 — 3 points below the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100)4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,452
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #1,051 / 1,313
-Daniella TodorutPrivate Rooms
Brookdale Loma Linda
AL
Loma Linda
220
Facility 220
CA AVG 103
Rank #109 / 1,492
Yes
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 57
Rank #1,393 / 1,887
B+89 / 100 — 6 points above the California average for state-licensed facilities (83/100)25
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,044 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #972 / 1,452
52.3%
Facility 52.3%
CA AVG 74.6%
Rank #1,148 / 1,313
A+Emerikeyt Palms At Loma Linda IncTwo-story

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Loma Linda. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Heritage Gardens

Set in the neighborhood of Loma Linda, CA, Heritage Gardens is a classic senior living community, offering excellent assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. The community features 110 units of carefully designed private and semi-private accommodations to provide residents a comfortable living environment that encourages a restful living environment. With a dependable care team available round-the-clock, residents are guaranteed to enjoy the care and support they need to maintain their overall well-being.

Offering access to physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy services, the community guarantees residents have the tools they need to maintain their strength, mobility, and functionality. Most of the residents’ chores are also handled to give residents the freedom to do the things they love. Various activities and amenities are also available to help residents maintain an active lifestyle.

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Yucaipa Valley Board and Care

33176 Colorado St, Yucaipa, CA 92399
Overview of Yucaipa Valley Board and Care

Enveloped by serene nature and stunning sceneries, Yucaipa Valley Board and Care in Colorado Street, Yucaipa, CA, is an exceptional senior living community providing assisted living. The community also features a wide array of personal and healthcare services such as physical, speech, and occupational therapy, assistance with daily living, and 24-hour nurse assistance. With its intimate residence that can accommodate up to 5 residents, the community promises comfort and safety. Live a sophisticated retirement and cherish moments with Yucaipa Valley Board and Care.

Discover new interests and enjoy meaningful interactions with a wide array of fun activities and wellness programs conducted for leisure and well-being. The community doubles its efforts to ensure seniors live their lives to the fullest, handling the mundane chores. Yucaipa Valley Board and Care is a place where seniors find solace with its peaceful residences filled with genuine people.

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Overview of Brookdale Loma Linda

Located in the heart of Loma Linda, California, Brookdale, Loma Linda is a stellar senior living community offering assisted living. With their family atmosphere and spacious apartments ranging from studios to one-bedroom or two-bedroom options, the community fosters a warm and welcoming environment where residents can socialize yet enjoy plenty of privacy and focused attention.

With 24-hour assistance and various recreational activities and programs, Brookdale Loma Linda takes care of its resident’s well-being and encourages them to forge meaningful connections and stimulate their minds. The community also takes pride in its restaurant-style meals – tailored to each resident’s specific nutritional needs and preferences. Brookdale Loma Linda also offers personal care provided by their compassionate care team and personal solutions program for their personal items to ensure that residents can focus solely on living their best lives while owners and managers stay close to the residents to ensure that they feel safe, happy, and content.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Loma Linda, CA

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 3 assisted living facilities in Loma Linda, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Loma Linda, CA?

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 Loma Linda, CA, 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 Loma Linda, CA?

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.