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Best Assisted Living in Los Angeles County, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 24 assisted living communities in Los Angeles County, CA using California Department 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: 62/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Los Angeles County, 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: 58The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Los Angeles County, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

The Kensington Sierra Madre
AL
MC
Sierra Madre
106
Facility 106
CA AVG 103
Rank #675 / 1657
No
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 57
Rank #267 / 2092
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 81
Rank #973 / 1401
13
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #850 / 1397
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 3
Rank #1015 / 1164
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #610 / 1487
84.0%
Facility 84.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #407 / 1368
-Kensington Sm Gp,LLC &Kensington Senior Living LLCStudio / 1 Bed
AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tarzana
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 103
Rank #288 / 1657
No
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 57
Rank #1050 / 2092
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 81
Rank #1301 / 1401
60
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 13
Rank #1375 / 1397
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 3
Rank #1115 / 1164
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #492 / 1487
76.3%
Facility 76.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #694 / 1368
-Avantgarde Senior LivingStudio
Nikkei Senior Gardens
AL
MC
Arleta
106
Facility 106
CA AVG 103
Rank #675 / 1657
No
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 57
Rank #1180 / 2092
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1401
5
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #458 / 1487
84.0%
Facility 84.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #407 / 1368
-Nikkei Senior Gardens And Cadence Sl Nikkei LLCStudio / 1 Bed
The Gardens at Park Balboa
AL
ADC
MC
RC
Van Nuys
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #561 / 1657
No
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 57
Rank #702 / 2092
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 81
Rank #1301 / 1401
24
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #1162 / 1397
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1058 / 1164
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #205 / 1487
88.3%
Facility 88.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #316 / 1368
-Park Balboa, LP, Garrett Loube, Managing PartnerStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ciela
AL
IL
MC
RC
Pacific Palisades
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 103
Rank #698 / 1657
No
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 57
Rank #1963 / 2092
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1401
8
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #529 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1300 / 1487
64.0%
Facility 64.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1023 / 1368
-Ciela LLC And Millennium Advisors, IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Walnut Valley Senior Living
AL
MC
Walnut
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #561 / 1657
No
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 57
Rank #642 / 2092
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1401
9
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #529 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1100 / 1487
70.8%
Facility 70.8%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #827 / 1368
A+Walnut Acquisition LLC And Walnut Silver Town, IncStudio / 1 Bed
The Variel of Woodland Hills
AL
IL
MC
Woodland Hills
436
Facility 436
CA AVG 103
Rank #24 / 1657
No
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 57
Rank #1050 / 2092
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 81
Rank #1301 / 1401
32
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #1230 / 1397
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1058 / 1164
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #988 / 1487
85.8%
Facility 85.8%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #365 / 1368
A+Sblp Warner Center Opco,LLC And Momentum Senior LivingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Penthouse
Welbrook Santa Monica
AL
MC
Santa Monica
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 103
Rank #1133 / 1657
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 57
Rank #218 / 2092
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 81
Rank #793 / 1401
13
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #889 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #738 / 1487
84.0%
Facility 84.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #407 / 1368
-Welbrook Sr. Lvng Snta Monica LLC And Alta Sr. Lvng, IncPrivate Studio
Raya’s Paradise, Inc II
AL
HC
MC
RC
West Hollywood (Fairfax)
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 103
Rank #1314 / 1657
No
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 57
Rank #111 / 2092
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1401
14
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #529 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #886 / 1487
63.6%
Facility 63.6%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1031 / 1368
-Raya's Paradise IncShared Rooms
Bentley Manor by SCH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Los Angeles (Westdale)
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 103
Rank #1278 / 1657
No
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 57
Rank #1128 / 2092
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #630 / 1401
15
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #922 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1210 / 1487
92.6%
Facility 92.6%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #228 / 1368
-Specialized Community Healthcare CompanyStudio
Kalnel Living
AL
Culver City (Del Rey)
-No
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 57
Rank #805 / 2092
--------Private Room
North Lake Villas
AL
HC
MC
RC
Altadena
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 103
Rank #1267 / 1657
No
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 57
Rank #951 / 2092
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 81
Rank #242 / 1401
5
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #529 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #289 / 1487
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #763 / 1368
A+North Lake Villas, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
A Kind Heart Senior Care
AL
RC
Granada Hills
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1330 / 1657
No
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 57
Rank #1605 / 2092
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
Rank #1 / 1401
1-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1 / 1368
--Private Rooms
AAA Quality
AL
Panorama City
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1330 / 1657
No
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 57
Rank #1556 / 2092
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 81
Rank #853 / 1401
4
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #592 / 1397
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #828 / 1164
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1100 / 1487
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #423 / 1368
-Aaa Quality Residential CorpPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Raya’s Paradise, Inc VI
AL
HC
MC
RC
West Hollywood (Fairfax)
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 103
Rank #1314 / 1657
No
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 57
Rank #87 / 2092
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 81
Rank #308 / 1401
5
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
-
54.5%
Facility 54.5%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1176 / 1368
--Private Rooms / Shared Rooms
Overview of The Kensington Sierra Madre

Achieve your greatest potential with the prestigious senior living community of The Kensington Sierra Madre in the stunning lands of West Sierra Madre Boulevard, Sierra Madre, CA, that provides assisted living and memory care. Featuring purposely built and sophisticated accommodations, the community strives to provide a haven for seniors to experience unmatched comfort and safety. The Kensington Sierra Madre goes above and beyond to provide top-notch care and support with a competent and highly qualified team available around the clock for seniors to flourish and enjoy every moment of their best years.

Explore with friends and discover amazing attractions in the local neighborhood with The Kensington Sierra Madre conveniently placed at the core of the town. With engaging activities and fun events, seniors enjoy interactions with their surroundings. Revel in carefully prepared meals that cater to dietary needs. The Kensington Sierra Madre is ideal for seniors aiming to spend their retirement without worries with its picturesque views and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Avantgarde Senior Living | Tarzana

Reach your full potential with the venerable senior living community of AvantGarde Senior Living Tarzana set in the peaceful neighborhood of Lindley Avenue, Tarzana, CA, that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Featuring newly refurbished residences with various floor plans, the community ensures seniors enjoy a comfortable and safe retirement. The community takes pride in a team of respectful and specially trained professionals delivering top-notch care and assistance

AvantGarde Senior Living Tarzana promotes a vibrant and inviting environment, utilizing innovative and holistic approaches seniors are taken care of in every aspect. Maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle with social and cultural activities conducted all year round. Have the finest dining experience with well-balanced meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. With its incredible amenities and well-lit grounds, AvantGarde Senior Living Tarzana is great for seniors looking to live an independent lifestyle without worries.

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Overview of Nikkei Senior Gardens

Enjoy a wondrous retirement with the one-of-a-kind senior living community of Nikkei Senior Gardens situated in the harmonious lands of Arleta Avenue, Arleta, CA, which offers assisted living. The community features cozy and sophisticated studio and one-bedroom apartments, ensuring seniors have a safe place for their personal moments. Nikkei Senior Gardens was regarded as US News and World Reports’ Best Assisted Living from 2023 to 2024 for its unrivaled care and support.

Create lasting moments with friends and enjoy fun activities and engaging programs for leisure and wellness. Serving various dining options, residents indulge in healthy and tasty meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Surrounded by beautiful landscapes and a friendly neighborhood, Nikkei Senior Gardens is great for seniors wanting to optimize their freedom with extra support from a trusted community.

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Overview of The Gardens at Park Balboa

A unique senior living community settled on the serene grounds of Kester Avenue, Van Nuys, CA, The Gardens at Park Balboa offers assisted living, memory care, respite care, and adult day programs. Live in comfort and elegance within the beautifully designed and spacious accommodations in diverse floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments. The community exceeds expectations in lending extra hands for seniors to receive top-tier care and assistance tailored to their ever-changing needs and desires.

The Gardens at Park Balboa encourage residents to maintain an active and socially engaged lifestyle for leisure and wellness. Live an active and well-engaged lifestyle with incredible amenities and luxurious spaces. Have the finest dining experience with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. The Gardens at Park Balboa are ideal for seniors aiming to live independently while receiving the utmost guidance from the community.

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Ciela

17310 Vereda De La Montura, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Overview of Ciela

A prestigious senior living community residing in the harmonious neighborhood of West Vereda De La Montura, Pacific Palisades, CA, Ciela offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Treat yourself to a vacation for a lifetime with snug and sophisticated residences of Ciela in variations of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. With a compassionate and highly trained team providing top-tier care and assistance, seniors gain more time to enjoy the things they love.

Mingle with the community through engaging activities and fun programs. Moreover, the community prepares delightful and nutritious meals to cater to dietary needs and preferences. Ciela is a haven for seniors aiming to optimize their freedom while receiving exceptional care for their ever-changing needs with its incredible amenities and cozy spaces.

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Overview of Walnut Valley Senior Living

Operated by Walnut Acquisition LLC and Walnut Silver Town, Inc., Walnut Valley Senior Living is a 120-bed residential community in Walnut, California. It is led by administrator Donghyun Moon. The two-story community has served older adults for four years, providing personalized support with daily living. Its location on Colima Road is in a very walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 73. Residents and visiting family can reach many nearby shops and services while walking.

State inspections have reported no deficiencies. The community met requirements for infection control, staffing, resident rights, and safety. Complaints received in 2025 were investigated and found to be unsubstantiated. Annual reviews since 2023 have shown consistent compliance with state licensing rules and operating standards.

The community offers one-bedroom apartments for residents. Families interested in Walnut Valley Senior Living are encouraged to visit in person. A tour provides them the opportunity to see the community, explore the living spaces, and talk with staff about the care and support available for their loved one.

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Overview of The Variel of Woodland Hills

Live your golden years within the esteemed senior living community of The Variel of Woodland Hills on Variel Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features aesthetically pleasing and snug residences in various one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring seniors experience a relaxed and secure environment. A competent and highly qualified team goes above and beyond to provide the care and support that best matches seniors’ needs and aspirations.

Dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, the community conducts a wide array of engaging activities and enjoyable programs. Indulge in well-balanced meals with fellow residents to meet dietary requirements and tastes. Enjoy a glorious retirement at The Variel of Woodland Hills with its luxurious spaces and incredible amenities.

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Overview of Welbrook Santa Monica

Experience unrivaled care with Welbrook Santa Monica, a trusted senior living community settled in the peaceful lands of 17th Street, Santa Monica, CA, specializing in memory care. The community features cozy and warm private residences for seniors to live their best years in comfort and safety. With seniors’ well-being in mind, the community strives to deliver top-tier care and support from a team of compassionate and qualified professionals available around the clock.

Welbrook Santa Monica paves the way for residents to enjoy an active and blissful lifestyle within its beautiful campus by providing a wide array of signature programs that highlight their wellness. Feel good with delicious and healthy meals catering to nutritional needs and tastes. With its serene grounds and incredible amenities, Welbrook Santa Monica is a haven for seniors to enjoy a wondrous retirement.

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Raya’s Paradise, Inc II

852 North Sierra Bonita Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90046
Overview of Raya’s Paradise, Inc II

Enjoy a serene lifestyle in the idyllic community of Raya’s Paradise Inc. II in the beautiful residential area of North Sierra Bonita Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, that provides residential care. Featuring cozy and welcoming accommodations, the community strives to provide the utmost care for up to six residents. With residents’ comfort and convenience in mind, the community handles the busy work to allow them to fully enjoy their golden years.

With enriching programs and stimulating activities, residents are encouraged to participate for better social connection. Residents also delight in healthy home-cooked meals with special diets accommodated to meet dietary needs and tastes. The community also offers incontinence care, medication supervision, and diabetic and hypertension care to ensure residents are well cared for. Live blissfully and make every moment of your best years count surrounded by tranquil spaces and a friendly community.

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Kathleen Care Home

1531 Kiowa Crest Dr, Diamond Bar, Ca 91765, Usa
Overview of Kathleen Care Home

Kathleen Care Home is an exceptional residential care community in Diamond Bar, CA, that offers assisted living. Here, older adults experience the utmost comfort with fully furnished accommodations and a home-like environment. With personalized care, housekeeping, and laundry services, residents can also maintain their independence without hassles. The community’s passion for high-quality living allows residents to live the best of their golden years.

Medication management is available, so residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. With three delicious meals, meal preparation is not a worry. As one of California’s trusted senior living communities, the community is a good choice for older adults seeking a worry-free retirement.

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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 Los Angeles County, 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 24 assisted living facilities in Los Angeles County, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Los Angeles County, 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 Los Angeles County, 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 Los Angeles County, 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.