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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. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
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.
Melrose Gardens
IL
AL
MC
Los Angeles (Fairfax)
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 168
Rank #286 / 409
No
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 59
Rank #30 / 638
A-27
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #272 / 391
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #185 / 398
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 15
Rank #367 / 402
52.0%
Facility 52.0%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #310 / 361
Danmar Villas LLC-
Aspen Ville Co
IL
AL
MC
Salida
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 168
Rank #379 / 409
No
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 59
Rank #61 / 638
A8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #41 / 391
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #118 / 398
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 15
Rank #367 / 402
-Advanced Care Facility LLC-
Alder Bay Assisted Living
IL
AL
RC
Eureka
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 168
Rank #363 / 409
Yes
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 59
Rank #267 / 638
A2
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 391
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 398
--Vop Alder, LP And Ridgeline Sr. Lvg. Mgmt CompanyStudio / 1 Bed
The Gables of Ojai
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Ojai
118
Facility 118
CA AVG 168
Rank #261 / 409
No
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 59
Rank #61 / 638
C-24
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #247 / 391
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #366 / 398
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 15
Rank #103 / 402
55.9%
Facility 55.9%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #294 / 361
Gables Of Ojai, LLC And Parsons Family Mgmt, LLC-
WellQuest of Elk Grove
IL
AL
MC
Elk Grove
170
Facility 170
CA AVG 168
Rank #140 / 409
Yes
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 59
Rank #469 / 638
B35
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #308 / 391
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #302 / 398
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 15
Rank #291 / 402
62.9%
Facility 62.9%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #259 / 361
Wellquest Elk Grove Tenantco LLC And Wellquest LivingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Citrus Place
IL
AL
MC
Riverside (Ramona)
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 168
Rank #211 / 409
Yes
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 59
Rank #432 / 638
B-33
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #332 / 391
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #239 / 398
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 15
Rank #291 / 402
61.4%
Facility 61.4%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #273 / 361
Riverside Msl LLC And Msl Community Mnagement LLCStudio / 1 Bed Room
Western Assemblies Home
IL
AL
HOS
RESC
Claremont
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 168
Rank #376 / 409
No-B+5
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #31 / 391
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 398
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 15
Rank #42 / 402
36.1%
Facility 36.1%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #355 / 361
Western Assemblies Home, Inc-
Westmont of Brentwood
IL
AL
MC
Brentwood
155
Facility 155
CA AVG 168
Rank #168 / 409
Yes
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 59
Rank #550 / 638
C58
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #377 / 391
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #366 / 398
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 15
Rank #66 / 402
81.9%
Facility 81.9%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #105 / 361
Westmont Mgr Gp LLC, Gp Of Fresno Ops And Westmont LvngStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Park Lane
IL
AL
MC
RC
Monterey
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 168
Rank #154 / 409
Yes
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 59
Rank #444 / 638
C37
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 391
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #302 / 398
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 15
Rank #66 / 402
55.0%
Facility 55.0%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #298 / 361
Pac Monterey Inc, Gp Of P Mont LP And Park Lane Mgr LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Roseville
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Roseville (Cirby Side)
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 168
Rank #374 / 409
Yes
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 59
Rank #415 / 638
C18
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #181 / 391
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #185 / 398
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 15
Rank #129 / 402
52.5%
Facility 52.5%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #308 / 361
Summerville At Roseville Gardens And Vista RosevillePrivate Rooms

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Overview of Melrose Gardens

Melrose Gardens offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Los Angeles, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

All three care levels are available here. A resident whose needs grow over time may be able to remain in the community rather than move and start over socially. Respite care is available for a short stay, which can help when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Memory focused offerings include Club Melrose, a Mild Cognitive Impairment Program, and The Cottages Alzheimer’s Care, giving families designated programs for cognitive support.

Melrose Gardens is in the Fairfax neighborhood, where a Walk Score of 94 falls in the walker’s paradise band. Daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. The community has 100 beds. Marco Villegas serves as administrator, and Danmar Villas operates the community.

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Overview of Aspen Ville CO

Aspen Ville CO offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Salida, CA. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

There are 32 beds. It is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. Having several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because the resident can move to a different level of care without leaving the community.

A Walk Score of 90 makes the area a walker’s paradise, with daily errands that do not require a car. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Rehabilitation services are available, and a doctor is on staff for physician care within the community. Wellness Checkups and Emergencies are among the community’s specific programs. Kashmindar Kaur serves as the administrator, and Advanced Care Facility operates Aspen Ville CO.

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Overview of Alder Bay Assisted Living

Situated on the peaceful grounds of Myrtle Avenue, Eureka, CA, Alder Bay Assisted Living is a distinguished senior living community providing assisted living, independent living, and respite care. The community features cozy and sophisticated residences in a wide selection of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans to ensure seniors live comfortably within its premises. A trustworthy and well-trained team strives to deliver the highest quality of care and support for seniors to thrive and optimize their freedom.

Explore new hobbies and rekindle passions with engaging activities and exciting programs conducted for leisure and wellness. Feel good with healthy and tasty meals that satisfy nutritional needs and preferences. Alder Bay Assisted Living is a haven for seniors seeking solace in their golden years with its signature programs and pet-friendly spaces.

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Overview of The Gables of Ojai

The Gables of Ojai operates a 118-bed senior living location in Ojai, California, featuring independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Independent living accommodates self-sufficient seniors wanting community amenities, while assisted living helps with routine daily tasks like dressing, bathing, and managing medications. Memory care supplies a secured, supervised environment to assist residents with cognitive loss, and respite programs accommodate short-term stays.

Under administrator Deedee L Heninger, the property boasts a 90 walk score, placing local shops, cafes, and everyday errands within walking distance. On-site lifestyle amenities include chef-prepared dining with flexible meal options, a swimming pool, a fitness center, and regular exercise classes.

Interested individuals can get in touch with the administrative team at The Gables of Ojai to check current room availability, request fee details, or set up a guided walk-through of the grounds.

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WellQuest of Elk Grove

Sheldon Pacific, 8871 E Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove, CA 95624
Overview of WellQuest of Elk Grove

WellQuest of Elk Grove provides a comfortable community for its assisted living with memory care and independent living housing options. The luxurious retirement home creates a lifestyle that aims to provide an enjoyable lifestyle that cultivates individuality and growth. In a community focused on a continuum of care, the senior living experience of its residents is enhanced through its innovative and technologically advanced person-centered approach.

WellQuest aims to modernize senior living by focusing on the convenience and comfort of senior wellness by designing a lifestyle that caters to their needs.  Luxury accommodations extend to personalized care plans, scheduled housekeeping, specialized memory care activities, and ADLs.

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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 Western Assemblies Home

Western Assemblies Home provides assisted living, hospice care, independent living, and residential care in Claremont, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living offers private living without daily care; hospice supports end of life needs, and residential care provides a residential setting with care. Having these settings in one community may allow a resident to move to a different level of care as needs change without leaving the community.

The home has 36 beds, so it is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Staff are present around the clock, giving residents access to staff at any hour. Western Assemblies Home opened in 1951.

Transportation to doctors’ offices and occasional shopping trips is provided, giving residents support for those outings. Local church services are available. Lynn Hughes serves as the administrator.

The community may be a good fit for a senior who has been in fellowship with a Plymouth Brethren assembly and wants access to local church services.

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Overview of Westmont of Brentwood

Nestled in a welcoming neighborhood in Contra Costa County, Brentwood, CA, Westmont of Brentwood is a classic senior living community, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community offers comfortable, attractive residences that come in variations of studio, one, and two-bedroom layouts that include cable connections, individual thermostats, emergency response systems, and fully equipped kitchens. Residents benefit from housekeeping services, so they have more time to connect with friends, explore the community, or enjoy the privacy of their well-designed apartments.

The community uses a holistic approach to whole-body wellness, featuring activities and programs that enrich residents’ physical, social, cognitive, and emotional well-being. From fitness classes and lifelong learning classes, to social events and musical and artistic endeavors, the community ensures there are plenty of opportunities to improve all aspects of residents’ wellbeing. In addition to vibrant activities and community spaces, residents also enjoy an exquisite dining experience with a variety of healthy and delicious menus to choose from, which ensures their bodies are nourished and their cravings satisfied.

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The Park Lane

200 Glenwood Cir, Monterey, CA 93940
Overview of The Park Lane

Administered by Joy Carter, The Park Lane is a senior living community in the Glenwood Circle neighborhood of Monterey, California. The community is operated by Pac Monterey Inc., GP of P Mont LP, and Park Lane Mgr LLC. Residents have access to assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care, giving them different levels of support in one community. The 13-acre property is also close to local hospitals, so medical care is conveniently accessible.

Residents can choose from one-bedroom and two-bedroom condominiums or two-bedroom chalets. Each home includes a kitchenette, private bathroom, and patio or balcony. Housekeeping and laundry services are included, making daily living more convenient.

The Park Lane has 160 beds. It has served residents for 16 years, with a current occupancy rate of 55%. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 47, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require a car.

State inspections by California’s Department of Social Services have reviewed documentation practices, including personal rights postings and care plans, along with facility maintenance items such as water temperature and how resident and family concerns are addressed. Families touring The Park Lane may want to ask how these areas are managed as part of the community’s daily operations.

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Overview of Brookdale Roseville

Brookdale Roseville, which is located at 1 Somer Ridge Drive in Roseville, California, offers exceptional memory care services for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia. The community provides a safe and nurturing environment where residents can thrive and enjoy life to the fullest. One of the key features of Brookdale Roseville is its carefully designed building, which includes visual reminders and familiar routines to help residents experience daily moments of success.

Brookdale Roseville offers a wide variety of amenities, including an emergency alert system, a beauty/barber shop, a courtyard and garden, and a game room. Residents can also participate in a wide range of activities, such as happy hours, crafts classes, exercise classes, and outdoor activities like gardening. They serve three home-style meals daily, along with snacks, in a routine and familiar manner to alleviate confusion and stress. Brookdale Roseville is the ideal choice for seniors who want a memory care community that prioritizes their well-being.

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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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Independent Living in California at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 59/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in California. 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: 168The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in California

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 640 independent living communities in California. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in California?

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 California, 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 independent living communities in California?

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.