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Overview of Town & Country

Town & Country offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Santa Ana, CA. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Because Town & Country offers several care levels, it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 328 beds, and total nurse staffing is 5h 22m per resident/day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated per resident.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Sara Modugno is the administrator, and Christian And Missionary Alliance operates the community.

A Walk Score of 67 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet at the community.

Starting Price $4,620/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Overview of Brookdale Riverwalk

Focusing on seniors’ wellness, Brookdale Riverwalk located at Calloway Drive, Bakersfield, CA is an extraordinary continuing care retirement community offering a wide range of living options. These include assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled care. The community provides a selection of spacious and well-designed floor plans including studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments, and private, and companion suites.

Experience a better quality of life with Brookdale Riverwalk’s dedicated and compassionate community. The community promotes an active and engaged lifestyle, conducting fun activities and wellness programs. Brookdale Riverwalk promises to deliver the highest quality of life that befits its residents, providing them with an environment where they can thrive confidently. Delight with delectable and nutritious meals served to satisfy the resident’s dietary needs and to promote socialization. Brookdale Riverwalk provides fabulous amenities including a library, a game room, a therapy room, a greenhouse, a beauty and barbershop, an outdoor pool, and walking paths, for its residents’ leisure and wellness.

$3,610/Month Info Pricing updated on March 20th, 2026

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Bella Vista

1760 N Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103

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Overview of Bella Vista

Bella Vista is an independent living community in Pasadena, CA, with 72 beds. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, so Bella Vista may be a good fit for someone who wants that arrangement.

Ian Baker serves as administrator, and Robsag operates the community. A Walk Score of 59 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently. There is a fitness room for exercise on site and a community room for shared gatherings, and pets are allowed.

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Overview of Ararat Gardens

Ararat Gardens offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing care in Glendale, CA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, so multiple care levels are available in one community as a resident’s needs grow. Ararat Gardens may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time.

The community has 175 beds, placing it in a larger setting with more residents and staff. Housing includes studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences, and cottages. A two-bedroom can suit a couple moving together, while a studio provides a single private space. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 11 minutes per resident per day, representing that amount of daily hands-on nurse time allocated per resident.

A Walk Score of 86 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Fitness classes, educational workshops, arts and crafts, social gatherings, and movie nights give residents scheduled activities. The library offers another on-site place to read or spend time, and pets are allowed. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families payment routes for skilled care, longer-term care when savings may not cover the stay, or direct payment. Varsenik Keshishyan serves as administrator, and Ararat Home Of Los Angeles operates the community.

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Overview of Bonita Villa Senior Living

Bonita Villa Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Chula Vista, CA. Assisted living supports daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident maintains their own apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 145 beds and several care levels, so it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Rebecca Toves serves as the administrator. Residents can use the salon and barbershop, attend chef-prepared meals, fitness classes, arts and crafts, group outings, musical opportunities, and movie screenings on site. Transportation is available for outings without arranging an individual ride, and pets are allowed for residents who want to keep a pet with them. A Walk Score of 35 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of Villa Scalabrini Retirement Center

Villa Scalabrini Retirement Center in Sun Valley offers independent living, assisted living, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living gives residents a private place to live without daily care, while assisted living includes help with everyday tasks and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care is available through the Safe Care Center and Special Care Unit. The range of care can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since multiple care levels are available in one community. Respite care offers short stays when a family caregiver is traveling or recovering and needs temporary coverage.

The center has 130 beds, with private and semi-private rooms. Starting prices range from $2,500 to $3,000 for a private room and are $2,000 per person for a semi-private room. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families public coverage options alongside direct payment.

Residents can exercise daily, use the on-site library, arrange barber and beautician services, and shop at the small store and gift shop. Rehabilitation services provide therapy within the community, while transportation is available for medical appointments. Two meals are prepared daily in the Lounge by a classically trained chef.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours 14 minutes per resident per day, representing the nursing time allocated to each resident daily. Adilso Luiz Balen serves as administrator, and Fathers Of St. Charles operates the center.

$2,000/Month Info Pricing updated on February 25th, 2026

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Overview of Camarillo Senior Living

Camarillo Senior Living is a highly regarded retirement community in Camarillo, CA, that offers a wide range of care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The community’s compassionate and welcoming environment also aims to provide older adults with a home away from home. Personalized meal plans, medication management, and weekly housekeeping also help residents maintain their independence. Through personalized care plans, residents also receive the utmost attention and care for their unique needs.

Card games, holiday parties, and weekly outings are just some of the activities dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness. A bistro, spacious outdoor courtyards, and a library are also available, so residents can rest and connect with friends. Set in the peaceful residential area of Camarillo, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. As one of the best options for senior living in California, this retirement community ensures older adults can age comfortably.

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Hillcrest Care

4280 Cypress Dr, Arrowhead Farms, CA 92407
Overview of Hillcrest Care

Maintain your independence while receiving compassionate care from Hillcrest Care, a warm and inviting community in Arrowhead Farms, CA, offering top-tier assisted living services. Residents here have access to 24/7 daily living assistance and skilled nursing care depending on their care needs. With medication management assistance, housekeeping, and laundry services, residents have fewer worries and can focus more of their time doing the things they enjoy.

Accommodations here are beautifully decorated to foster a cozy and residential-like environment with telephone service and satellite television for their comfort. Residents can also participate in an array of fun and engaging activities to keep them active, entertained, and stimulated. With fresh and nutritious meals served every day, residents can easily maintain their health and nutrition. At Hillcrest Care, residents can enjoy their peace of mind knowing that the conveniences they need are within easy reach.

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Overview of Safe Haven – Manteca II

Experience an elevated quality of life with Safe Haven – Manteca II, a warm and inviting community in Manteca, CA designed for various care services. Residents here enjoy a comfortable transition between care levels with independent living, assisted living, and memory care provided. From daily living assistance to medication management and regular wellness checks, residents here always feel comfortable and well-cared for.

They promote mental stimulation and physical activity through a wide array of fun and interesting activities, including exercise classes, music therapy, and more. There are no chores to worry about with meals, housekeeping, and laundry handled by the community. Residents’ safety and welfare are guaranteed with their thoroughly followed safety and prevention programs.

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Overview of St. Paul’s Plaza

St. Paul’s Plaza offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing care, adult day care, hospice care, and respite care in Chula Vista, CA. Independent living means having a private living arrangement with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing care, while hospice care supports residents at the end of life. Respite care offers a short stay when a family member who usually provides care needs to travel or recover. The community has 180 beds, with suite, one bed, and two bed housing options.

Private room pricing ranges from $3,265 to $10,046 per month, and the confirmed information does not assign separate amounts to specific care levels. Having several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time. Short Term Stays, Day Programs, St. Paul’s PACE, rehabilitation services, and child care services are available.

Kim Stratman serves as administrator, and 1420 Palomar and Integral Senior Living Mgmt operates the community. The Walk Score is 32, indicating a car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those errands, so this may be a good fit for someone whose family or support system can help arrange those trips.

Price range $3,265 - $10,046/Month Info Pricing updated on July 28th, 2026

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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: 159The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90