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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 16 assisted living communities in Riverside 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: 37/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Riverside 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: 57The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Riverside 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.

Integrated Care Communities
AL
HOS
MC
Moreno Valley
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 104
Rank #1282 / 1648
No
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 57
Rank #1891 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1399
9
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #588 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #265 / 1494
100.0% California Drug Consultants, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Community Care On Palm
AL
ADC
NH
RC
SNF
Riverside (Wood Streets)
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 104
Rank #1124 / 1648
No
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 57
Rank #1213 / 2087
----- 95.1% -Shared Rooms
Meridian of Riverside
AL
MC
Riverside (Magnolia Center)
232
Facility 232
CA AVG 104
Rank #106 / 1648
No
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 57
Rank #597 / 2087
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 81
Rank #924 / 1399
2
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 13
Rank #1322 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1305 / 1494
49.1% Riverside Retirement Villa LLCSemi-Private / 1 Bed / Studio
Savant of Jurupa Valley
AL
MC
Riverside (Pedley)
197
Facility 197
CA AVG 104
Rank #175 / 1648
No
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 57
Rank #1048 / 2087
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 81
Rank #824 / 1399
3
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 13
Rank #1379 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1215 / 1494
72.1% Villa De Anza Holdings, LLCPrivate / Shared Apartments
Citrus Place
AL
IL
MC
Riverside (Ramona)
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 104
Rank #419 / 1648
Yes
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 57
Rank #1390 / 2087
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 81
Rank #1078 / 1399
12
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #1202 / 1388
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #753 / 1160
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #994 / 1494
61.4% Riverside Msl LLC And Msl Community Mnagement LLCStudio / 1 Bed Room
CalOaks Senior Living
AL
RESC
Riverside (La Sierra)
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 104
Rank #964 / 1648
No
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 57
Rank #1178 / 2087
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 81
Rank #1300 / 1399
34
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #1254 / 1388
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #951 / 1160
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #571 / 1494
70.3% Caloaks Care Group, IncPrivate / Shared Rooms
Manzanita Village Senior Living
AL
MC
Moreno Valley
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 104
Rank #343 / 1648
No
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 57
Rank #1501 / 2087
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 81
Rank #792 / 1399
13
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #1083 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1215 / 1494
81.3% Moreno Valley Sl, I, LP And Mosaic Ca LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite
Overview of Meridian of Riverside

Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle in Meridian of Riverside set in the peaceful residential area of Arlington Avenue, Riverside, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. A kind and well-trained team cares for residents’ unique needs in retirement around the clock, ensuring their comfort and safety. With a resident call response system, housekeeping services, and laundry services, residents are guaranteed to keep their worries at bay.

Here, residents are empowered to live their lives to the fullest with a carefully curated calendar of activities tailored to their leisure and wellness. Delightful and healthy meals are also provided for residents’ nutritional needs. The community also optimizes residents’ resources with exclusive programs and a Military Veterans’ program for a better quality of life. Make every moment of your golden years count surrounded by the community’s purposely designed amenities.

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Overview of Desert Cottages II

Conveniently set along Himalaya Drive, Indio, CA, Desert Cottages II is a unique community that offers dementia and Alzheimer’s care. Hospice care, transitioning program, and respite care is also provided to meet residents’ special needs. A compassionate and well-trained team delivers the utmost care and assistance 24/7 for residents to enjoy a worry-free lifestyle.

The community also conducts personalized exercise programs to improve their well-being. Heart-healthy and delicious meals are served for residents dietary needs and preferences. Incontinence management, medication management, medication-use reduction, and high acute care are also provided for residents’ convenience. Cherish every moment of your later years and live happily with the community’s friendly vibe.

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Overview of Savant of Jurupa Valley

Peacefully nestled in the harmonious neighborhood of El Palomino Drive, Riverside, CA, Savant of Jurupa Valley is a distinct community that offers assisted living. With its dedication to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides top-notch care and assistance, alongside cozy and purposely designed accommodations to meet their special needs. Here, residents are guaranteed a maintenance-free lifestyle with a compassionate and highly trained team handling their day-to-day activities.

A well-thought-out calendar of fun activities and enriching programs is also conducted for residents to live actively and remain socially engaged. Accommodating residents’ dietary restrictions, delightful and healthy meals are served for the finest dining experience. Amenities include a library, a fitness center, a movie theater, serene walking paths, and gardening spaces, perfect for recreation and socialization.

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Citrus Place

7898 California Ave, Riverside, CA 92504
Overview of Citrus Place

Citrus Place is an outstanding community set in the quiet residential area of California Avenue, Riverside, CA, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ welfare, providing top-tier care and assistance for their special needs, alongside specially designed studio and one-bedroom accommodations, to optimize comfort and safety. As a member of MBK Senior Living, the community features luxurious and high-quality services for residents to spend their later years without worries.

Elevate your retirement experience with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs tailored to your leisure and wellness. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals, catering to your dietary needs and tastes. Amenities include a swimming pool, a movie theater, a salon, a game room, and community gardens, perfect for recreation and socialization.

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Overview of CalOaks Senior Living

Ideally situated near Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center in Polk Street, Riverside, CA, CalOaks Senior Living is a trusted continuing care community that offers assisted living. The community offers the highest quality of care with a kind and highly trained team attending to residents’ needs 24/7. Here, residents’ needs and preferences are prioritized to ensure their comfort and convenience.

Have fun with a well-thought-of calendar of stimulating activities and enriching programs for leisure and wellness. Delicious and healthy meals are also served daily to meet residents’ tastes and dietary needs. The community also offers incontinence care, medication management, and respite care for residents’ healthcare needs. Make every moment of your best years count while receiving the utmost care and support you deserve.

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Overview of Manzanita Village Senior Living

Enjoy an extraordinary living experience in Manzanita Village Senior Living, a blissful community in Moreno Valley, CA dedicated to assisted living and memory care. Here, residents are guaranteed to receive 24/7 care and assistance with their daily living activities for a comfortable lifestyle. Those living with memory challenges thrive with person-centered memory care that aims to foster independence based on residents’ unique level of skills.

They further improve residents’ living experience by offering housekeeping, linen, and transportation services. With an array of exciting life enrichment programs, residents enjoy an active lifestyle while nurturing their overall well-being. At Manzanita Village Senior Living, they strive to create a warm and inviting atmosphere that fosters an active and fulfilling lifestyle for everyone.

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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 Riverside 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 16 assisted living facilities in Riverside 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 Riverside 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 Riverside 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 Riverside 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.