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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. 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. 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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.
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.
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.
Merced Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Merced
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 168
Rank #316 / 409
Yes
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 59
Rank #485 / 638
D64
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 13
Rank #373 / 391
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 3
Rank #381 / 398
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 15
Rank #103 / 402
80.6%
Facility 80.6%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #111 / 361
A+Northstar Senior Living Inc And Northstar Snr Lvg MgtStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Belmare Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Oakdale
114
Facility 114
CA AVG 168
Rank #267 / 409
Yes
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 59
Rank #267 / 638
C-52
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 391
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 3
Rank #392 / 398
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 15
Rank #338 / 402
69.3%
Facility 69.3%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #214 / 361
A-Belmare Senior Living LLC And Onelife Senior Lvng. LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
MorningStar of Hayward
IL
AL
MC
Hayward
170
Facility 170
CA AVG 168
Rank #140 / 409
Yes
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 59
Rank #30 / 638
D+37
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #258 / 391
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 3
Rank #388 / 398
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 15
Rank #291 / 402
66.5%
Facility 66.5%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #232 / 361
-Hayward Sr. Hsng. I Opco LLC And Oakmont Mgmt Grp LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sierra Vista Independent & Assisted Living
IL
AL
RC
Victorville
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 168
Rank #296 / 409
No
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 59
Rank #465 / 638
D+3
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 391
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #118 / 398
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 15
Rank #387 / 402
50.5%
Facility 50.5%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #318 / 361
-Sierra Vista Alf LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Park Regency Retirement Center
IL
AL
MC
La Habra
168
Facility 168
CA AVG 168
Rank #143 / 409
No
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 59
Rank #114 / 638
C36
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #332 / 391
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #341 / 398
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 15
Rank #42 / 402
62.5%
Facility 62.5%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #264 / 361
-Johnson, Frank D. & Bauman, Irving-
Valley Healthcare Center
IL
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
San Bernardino
202
Facility 202
CA AVG 168
Rank #84 / 409
No
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 59
Rank #334 / 638
B----
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 15
Rank #173 / 402
92.9%
Facility 92.9%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #33 / 361
A+-Private / Semi-Private / 3 Bed Rooms
Wood Glen Hall
IL
AL
RC
Santa Barbara (East San Roque)
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 168
Rank #338 / 409
No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 59
Rank #392 / 638
B+18
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #247 / 391
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #118 / 398
-
68.1%
Facility 68.1%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #224 / 361
-Wood Glen Hall IncPrivate Rooms
Yannica Guest Home II
IL
AL
MC
NH
Stockton (Valley Oak)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 168
Rank #390 / 409
No
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 59
Rank #493 / 638
A-5-
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #118 / 398
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 15
Rank #338 / 402
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #87 / 361
-Hermalina, LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Valley View Retirement Center
IL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Panorama City
116
Facility 116
CA AVG 168
Rank #264 / 409
No
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 59
Rank #277 / 638
A-25
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #268 / 391
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #239 / 398
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 15
Rank #50 / 402
--Woodman Ave Corporation-
MorningStar Memory Care at San Tomas
IL
AL
MC
San Jose (West Valley)
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 168
Rank #327 / 409
Yes
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 59
Rank #346 / 638
B-30
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #272 / 391
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #341 / 398
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 15
Rank #338 / 402
47.6%
Facility 47.6%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #332 / 361
-West Valley Mc, LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / Shared Studio

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Overview of Merced Senior Living

Merced Senior Living is an esteemed senior community in the picturesque city of Merced, California. The services provided by Merced Senior Living encompass both assisted living and memory care. The community’s prime location is just minutes away from an array of enticing dining establishments, shopping malls, and essential medical centers.

In the stunning San Joaquin Valley, Merced Senior Living offers tailored retirement options and luxurious senior housing apartments. This makes it an ideal location for seniors who want to live a comfortable life during their golden years. Experience their exceptional services and the warm and welcoming staff of their community.

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Overview of Belmare Senior Living

Spend your golden years surrounded by kind and genuine people in Belmare Senior Living, a warm and inviting community in Oakdale, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. They ensure residents are given personalized care that best aligns with their needs and preferences, allowing them to receive the proper amount of care to maintain their independence. Those needing extra love and care have access to a 24/7 care team trained to assist them with their daily living activities, personal hygiene, medication reminders and more.

Their memory care unit is always ready to welcome residents with memory conditions in a safe and secure environment with specialized care and programming. A full calendar of activities provides residents with plenty of opportunities to make enriching experiences and social connections. Whether you’re seeking comfort, independence, or convenience, Belmare Senior Living is committed to delivering everything you need for a fulfilling living experience.

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Overview of MorningStar of Hayward

Providing top-tier for over two decades, MorningStar of Hayward located in Russell Way, Hayward, CA, is a paradisal senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Live a comfortable and safe retirement with 227 elegant and cozy suites. Taking pride in a respectful and highly-trained team, the community provides 24-hour exceptional care and assistance to meet seniors’ special needs and aspirations.

Meet people with the same interests and discover new endeavors with various fun activities and enrichment programs conducted for enjoyment and wellness. The community strives to enhance residents’ well-being serving them with healthy and tasty meals for dietary requirements and tastes. With its well-lit and spacious amenities and warmhearted people, seniors enjoy a restful retirement in MorningStar of Hayward.

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Overview of Sierra Vista Independent & Assisted Living

Operated by Sierra Vista ALF LLC, Sierra Vista Independent and Assisted Living is a senior living community in Victorville, California, in San Bernardino County. Kimberly Mejia serves as the administrator. The community offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care, so residents can receive different levels of support without moving if their needs change. Housing includes one-bedroom apartments and larger suite-style units.

The 99-bed community has served residents for about 1 year, making it one of the newer senior living communities in the Victorville area. About half of the beds are currently occupied, which may provide greater availability for families looking for immediate placement.

State inspections by the California Department of Social Services have generally found the community in good standing. One inspection noted administrative items involving staff health screening and food handler training records. Other inspections found the community clean, safe, and fully compliant with no deficiencies. Overall, the inspection history does not suggest concerns with daily resident care.

The neighborhood is somewhat walkable. A few nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, while most errands and outings require a car. Families looking for a community close to medical offices and shopping may find the location convenient.

Families interested in Sierra Vista Independent and Assisted Living should ask about current room availability and how resident programs have developed since the community opened.

Contact Sierra Vista Independent & Assisted Living

Overview of Park Regency Retirement Center

Park Regency Retirement Center offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in La Habra, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and taking medication, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, giving residents with dementia an environment designed to reduce wandering risks.

Several care levels are available under one roof. For a resident whose needs may grow over time, that can mean continuing at the same community rather than moving elsewhere. Transportation is also available for outings or errands, so residents do not have to arrange every ride independently.

The area has a Walk Score of 83, which means it is very walkable and most errands can be done on foot. Shops, pharmacies, and cafes may be within a short walk for a resident who no longer drives. The community’s administrator is Miles Mouradian, and it is operated by Johnson, Frank D. & Bauman, Irving. Park Regency Retirement Center may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

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Overview of Valley Healthcare Center

Conveniently located near trusted hospitals like Loma Linda University Medical Center and Community Hospital of San Bernardino in San Bernardino, CA, Valley Healthcare Center is an esteemed community that offers short-term and long-term care. Featuring 109 cozy and specially designed accommodations, the community ensures comfort and safety, especially with top-notch care and assistance tailored to residents’ special needs. Medicare is also accepted in the community, easing residents’ financial challenges.

With state-of-the-art amenities and innovative approaches, residents keep peace of mind and enjoy the highest quality of life. The community also offers continued care from home to ensure a worry-free recovery. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delightful and healthy meals catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Find the care you need with the community’s wide range of care and round-the-clock assistance.

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Wood Glen Hall

3010 Foothill Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Overview of Wood Glen Hall

Operated by Wood Glen Hall Inc. , Wood Glen Hall is an assisted living community in the East San Roque neighborhood of Santa Barbara, California. The community also offers independent living and respite care. Residents have access to different levels of support without leaving the community if their needs change. The single-story building has 72 private rooms, with an occupancy rate of about 68%. It is about 2.8 miles from downtown Santa Barbara.

Residents have access to transportation services, fitness and recreation programs, chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping, and laundry services. A fitness area, gardens, and a community garden provide opportunities to stay active and spend time outdoors without leaving the property.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 54, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but other errands and outings require a short drive. This can be a useful consideration for families planning regular visits.

Wood Glen Hall meets fire safety and emergency preparedness requirements, according to state inspections. Other reviews have examined transportation services and completion of scheduled safety drills. The overall inspection history indicates routine regulatory oversight, not a pattern of significant health or safety concerns.

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Overview of Yannica Guest Home II

Yannica Guest Home II is a safe community for residents in Stockton, CA in need of assisted living services. Catering to residents who could benefit from daily living assistance while maintaining their independence, the community provides services like personal care and medication management. The community also offers rehabilitation services and dementia care to ensure those in need of recovery or memory support are given appropriate care.

Residents here are given opportunities to have fun and stay active with plenty of community activities like cultural events, arts & crafts, and gardening offered. Every residence has an emergency response system for quick response during emergencies and needs, giving residents peace of mind. Meals, housekeeping, and laundry services are also offered to let residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle for a wonderful retirement experience.

Contact Yannica Guest Home II

Overview of Valley View Retirement Center

Valley View Retirement Center offers nursing home, skilled nursing, hospice care, palliative care, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Panorama City, CA. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Independent living provides a private living arrangement with community services and no daily care. Respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Hospice care supports end-of-life care, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief. The combination of care levels may make Valley View Retirement Center a good fit for someone whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between services without leaving the community. The center has 116 beds. Rehabilitation services and short-term rehab are available for residents who need a defined course of therapy rather than long-term care.

Named programs include Therapeutic Recreation, Russell Rehab Short Term Therapy, and Sunrise Terrace Dementia Care. Families can discuss these programs in relation to a resident’s interests, rehabilitation plan, or memory care needs. Judith Montoya serves as the administrator, and the center operates on Woodman Ave.

A Walk Score of 66 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Families can use the available care types and named programs to determine whether the setting matches the resident’s current needs.

Contact Valley View Retirement Center

Overview of MorningStar Memory Care at San Tomas

A distinguished senior living community situated on Williams Road, San Jose, CA, MorningStar Memory Care at San Tomas specializes in memory care. With a peaceful environment, the community offers spacious and well-designed private and companion suites to optimize comfort and safety. With its exclusive memory care approach, Lavender Sky, the community ensures the highest quality of care and support for their unique needs. Cherish every moment and thrive with dignity supported by a kind and dedicated team.

The community aims to provide seniors with carefully curated activities for seniors’ cognition and enjoyment. Ease your worries and live a wonderful retirement surrounded by welcoming people. Satisfying seniors’ dietary needs and tastes, the community serves healthy and delicious meals. MorningStar Memory Care at San Tomas is a safe place for seniors living with dementia to maximize their independence and live a wonderful retirement.

Contact MorningStar Memory Care at San Tomas

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.