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The Ridge at Westlake Village offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Westlake Village, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who wants to remain in the same community. The community has 162 beds and offers respite care for short stays, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover.

Housing includes studios, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments, private rooms, and semi private rooms. A studio or private room suits one resident, while a two bedroom apartment or shared room can suit people who want a companion or are moving together. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet.

Restaurant style dining includes chef prepared meals, all day dining, seasonal menus, and a private dining room for family events, giving residents flexible meal times and a space for shared occasions. A full service salon and barbershop supports on site grooming, and the wellness and fitness center provides a place for exercise. The movie theater, live music, art workshops, outings, and EverYou memory care engagement program offer structured activities.

The community is operated by Shp Vi Holden Westlake LLC and Oakmont Mgmt. Group, and Ivy Living is the owner.

University Village Thousand Oaks offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Thousand Oaks, CA. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision. Nursing home care provides ongoing nursing support.

The range of care may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving among care levels can happen without leaving the community or starting over socially. There are 514 beds. That size accommodates more residents and staff and usually supports more programming than a smaller community.

Housing includes one bedroom apartments, two bedroom apartments, and cottages. A two bedroom apartment can work well for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion, while a one bedroom apartment offers a single private space. Residents can use the swimming pool, tennis courts, pickleball courts, woodworking shop, garden center, and arts and crafts studio for exercise and hands on activities. Fitness classes, health lectures, clubs, and more than 200 monthly classes and activities provide organized programs to join throughout the month. This range may be a good fit for someone who wants the option to move among independent living, assisted living, memory care, or nursing home care without leaving the community. University Village Thousand Oaks is operated by Univ. Vlg. T. Oaks Ccrc.

ACC Greenhaven Terrace: Senior Apartments & Assisted Living offers assisted living and independent living in Sacramento, CA. Independent living provides private living without daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment.

Both care levels are available in one community. That may suit a resident whose support needs could grow over time and who wants to remain in the same setting. The community has 38 beds, creating a smaller environment where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Housing includes one bedroom apartments, two bedroom apartments, and private rooms. A two bedroom apartment can suit two people moving together, while a one bedroom apartment or private room accommodates one resident. Residents can take part in tai chi, water aerobics, Zumba Gold, dancing, bingo, monthly potlucks, and scheduled group outings. Bible study, Buddhist services, Catholic Communion, and Chinese chanting services are also available, giving residents access to several types of spiritual programming. Asian Community Center Of Sac Valley operates the community.

Arya Senior Care Home offers assisted living and independent living in Apple Valley, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident continues living in the home, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. With six beds, the home is a smaller community that may suit someone who prefers a setting where residents and staff can become familiar with one another.

Private and semi-private rooms are available. The private option provides individual space, while the semi-private option accommodates shared living. Offering both assisted living and independent living can suit a resident whose care needs change over time without requiring a move to a different community. Kanwal Sana Imtiaz serves as the owner and administrator, and Arya Senior Care is the owner listed for the home.

A large family room connects to the dining area, giving residents a shared place for meals and indoor gatherings. A large shaded patio provides outdoor space. Entertainment, games, birthday celebrations, and holiday celebrations give residents activities and occasions to participate in within the home. Natural lighting is present throughout the facility, and each room has television, cable, and internet access.

Balboa Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Granada Hills, CA. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps an 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.

There are six beds, making this a small 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 and who may be able to remain in the same community as care needs change. Residents can join weekly entertainment, impromptu gatherings with both scheduled and informal activities taking place on site. Benivlin operates Balboa Senior Living.

Arya Garden Assisted Living in Victorville, CA, offers assisted living and independent living. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks in a private or semi-private room, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. These options may suit someone who wants support now or a resident whose needs may grow over time without leaving the home.

The home has six beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Private and semi-private rooms allow for either an individual room or a shared living arrangement. A large family room connects with the dining area for meals, entertainment and games, while a shaded patio offers outdoor space and birthday and holiday celebrations mark special occasions within the home.

Montecedro offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Altadena, CA. Independent living includes a private apartment with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home care includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels are available, which may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Montecedro may also be a good fit for someone who wants a two bedroom apartment, whether for a couple moving together or a resident who wants a companion. The community has 300 beds, so residents share the campus with a larger population, along with its staff and programming.

The starting price is $5,544 per month, giving families an initial figure for monthly budgeting. Restaurant style dining, a bistro or café, a heated saltwater swimming pool, a fitness center, and a performing arts auditorium give residents places to eat, exercise, and attend performances on site. Creative Living Academy classes, film screenings at the Eaton Theater, fitness and wellness programs, an art studio, and the Mariposa Spa and Salon add more settings for activities and personal care. Episcopal religious services are available, and Episcopal Communities & Services For Seniors operates Montecedro.

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Starting Price $5,544/Month Pricing updated on October 18th, 2026

Springfield Place offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Petaluma, California. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment; Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

There are 112 beds, with studios, one bedroom apartments, two bedroom apartments, and private rooms. A two bedroom apartment can work well for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion, while a studio offers one private living space. With all three care levels in one community, Springfield Place may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another care level can happen without leaving the community.

Dining includes chef prepared meals, home style scratch cooking, rotating seasonal menus, and fresh ingredients, with accommodations for special diets. Residents can choose the full service restaurant, bistro, in room dining, or private dining room for family events. The fitness center provides a place to exercise on site, and pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. Springfield Place is operated by Pet Rtrmnt LLC, Pet Rtmrmnt I LP, and Leisure Care.

Overview of Freedom Village Health Care Center

Freedom Village Health Care Center is a top-rated nursing home in Lake Forest, CA, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Featuring private and semi-private rooms in a clean and welcoming setting, the community ensures older adults’ comfort and safety. 24-hour care, chef-prepared meals, transportation to medical appointments, and therapies are among the exceptional services provided, so residents can focus on rehabilitation and recovery. Through a comprehensive coordinated care, the community strives to provide the best possible care tailored to their needs and preferences.

Social events, light physical activities, and a variety of recreational programs encourage residents to live actively and make friends. A beauty salon & barber shop, and a beautiful outdoor fountain patio are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Set near restaurants, shops, and bus stops in Lake Forest, the community guarantees quick access to necessities and leisure. As one of the trusted options for senior living in California, this nursing home ensures older adults can live to their potential.

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Starting Price $112,000/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Valle Verde offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Santa Barbara, California. Nursing home care provides nursing support, assisted living helps with daily tasks, independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care offers a secured setting with supervision. Having several care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

With 547 beds, Valle Verde is a larger community with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Its 60% occupancy rate means 60% of the beds are occupied. Payment options include Medicare for short term skilled care after a hospital stay and private pay for direct payment of care costs.

The 63 acre campus includes walking paths, mature gardens, and rose gardens for outdoor activity. Residents can use the pickleball court and take part in water aerobics, painting, sculpting, and jewelry making. An onsite bistro and café give residents places to enjoy food and spend time outside their rooms.

Private rooms give each resident an individual room, and pets are allowed. Valle Verde is operated by Humangood and Humangood Norcal.