Page 3 of 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 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. 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.
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.
Kathleen Care Home
AL
RESC
Diamond Bar
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 93
Rank #1,048 / 1,517
D-No
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,324 / 1,408
6-
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #974 / 1,505
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 12
Rank #378 / 1,473
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #393 / 1,357
Orlando J. Valera, IncPrivate / Shared Rooms
Ellee Residential Care
AL
RESC
North Hollywood
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 93
Rank #1,048 / 1,517
D-No
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 56
Rank #353 / 1,408
7
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #420 / 1,459
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,087 / 1,505
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 12
Rank #221 / 1,473
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #893 / 1,357
Eleanor & Lee PosnerPrivate / Shared Rooms
Dream Care Home
AL
RESC
Norwalk
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 93
Rank #1,048 / 1,517
-No
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 56
Rank #167 / 1,408
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66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #893 / 1,357
-Private / Shared Rooms
Kalnel Living
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Culver City (Del Rey)
--No
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 56
Rank #520 / 1,408
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Kathleen Care Home

1531 Kiowa Crest Dr, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
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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Ellee Residential Care

11323 Calvert St, North Hollywood, CA 91606
Overview of Ellee Residential Care

Ellee Residential Care provides assisted living and residential care in North Hollywood, CA. Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while they live in a private or shared room. The residential care setting serves up to six residents, which may suit someone who prefers a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another.

Private rooms offer an individual living space, while shared rooms accommodate residents who want a roommate. The area has a Walk Score of 76, meaning it is very walkable and most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Eleanor I Posner serves as administrator, Posner, Eleanor & Lee operates the home, and Ellee Residential Care opened in 2000.

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Overview of Dream Care Home

Dream Care Home is a privately-owned assisted living community in Norwalk, CA, that offers assisted living. The community promotes a home-like environment, treating residents like family to ensure they won’t feel lonely during their stay. Medication management, fully furnished rooms, and housekeeping services are also offered to ensure residents have a hassle-free living. With all-inclusive care, the community strives to ease older adults’ financial burdens while receiving high-quality care for their unique needs.

Fun events, engaging activities, and wellness programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. The community also features bedroom furniture and communal spaces with a TV, dedicated to residents’ comfort and healing. Commercial establishments and other local amenities are also located nearby, providing residents with convenient access to their needs and leisure. This trusted assisted living community in California is an ideal choice for older adults needing assistance in their later years.

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Kalnel Living

11237 Lucerne Ave, Culver City, CA 90230
Overview of Kalnel Living

Providing assisted living, memory care, hospice care, and respite care, Kalnel Living supports Culver City, CA, from the Del Rey area. Each room is exclusive, with one occupant per room.

Assisted living provides support for everyday activities. Memory care is monitored and safeguarded. Hospice focuses on providing comfort for a resident approaching life’s end, while respite offers a family caregiver a break with a brief stay.

At 68, the location falls into Walk Score’s somewhat walkable category, enabling a resident who can venture out alone to accomplish certain tasks on foot. The blend suits individuals with dementia requiring supervised memory support and accommodates families seeking temporary relief.

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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 Los Angeles County at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 63/ 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: 38The 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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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.