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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,113 memory care communities in CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in CA
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Avg Walk Score: 57/ 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: 104The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around California

Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Pomona
520
Facility 520
CA AVG 104
Rank #16 / 1644
No
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 57
Rank #1470 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
12
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #92 / 1497
84.0% -Congregational Homes, IncorporatedStudio
Vi at La Jolla Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
San Diego (University City)
783
Facility 783
CA AVG 104
Rank #5 / 1644
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 57
Rank #218 / 2087
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #731 / 1400
29
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1055 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #159 / 1497
69.3% -Ccw La Jolla LLC, Cc La Jolla LLC, And Classic Res MgmtSuite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Vi at Palo Alto
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Palo Alto
876
Facility 876
CA AVG 104
Rank #1 / 1644
No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #416 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
20
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #337 / 1497
73.1% -Cc Palo Alto LLC And Classic Res. Mgmt. Ltd. Partner1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Reutlinger Community
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Danville
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 104
Rank #560 / 1644
No
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 57
Rank #1715 / 2087
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #631 / 1400
22
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #884 / 1386
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1159
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #217 / 1497
65.0% A+Reutlinger Community, The And Eskaton Properties IncStudio / 1 Bed
OakView Health Center
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village)
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 104
Rank #1055 / 1644
No
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 57
Rank #1841 / 2087
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1400
7
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #431 / 1497
79.4% A+Oakview Hc LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Covenant Living at the Samarkand
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Santa Barbara (Samarkand)
379
Facility 379
CA AVG 104
Rank #31 / 1644
No
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 57
Rank #1343 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #92 / 1497
85.2% A+Covenant Living West-
Ridgeview Health Center
MC
AL
NH
SNF
San Diego (Scripps Ranch)
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 104
Rank #1011 / 1644
No
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 57
Rank #1941 / 2087
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 81
Rank #308 / 1400
17
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1111 / 1497
85.3% -Crestview Hc LLC-
The Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens a CCRC
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Fresno
652
Facility 652
CA AVG 104
Rank #9 / 1644
Yes
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1155 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1400
4
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #108 / 1497
57.2% A+Humangood & Humangood Norcal & Humangood Fresno-
O‘Connor Woods
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Stockton (Sherwood Manor)
499
Facility 499
CA AVG 104
Rank #23 / 1644
Yes
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 57
Rank #1821 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #82 / 1497
0-O'connor Woods HousingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
University Retirement Community
MC
AL
HC
IL
NH
SNF
Davis (West Davis)
500
Facility 500
CA AVG 104
Rank #22 / 1644
No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 57
Rank #1240 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1400
12
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1159
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #159 / 1497
0-Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Vineyards – California Armenian Home
MC
AL
IL
NH
RESC
SNF
Fresno (Roosevelt)
412
Facility 412
CA AVG 104
Rank #27 / 1644
Yes
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 57
Rank #1793 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1400
14
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #38 / 1497
54.1% -California Home For The Aged IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Spring Lake Village
MC
NH
AL
IL
Santa Rosa (Melita)
679
Facility 679
CA AVG 104
Rank #8 / 1644
Yes
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 57
Rank #1921 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1400
13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #45 / 1497
0A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Town & Country
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Santa Ana (East Memory Lane)
328
Facility 328
CA AVG 104
Rank #45 / 1644
Yes
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 57
Rank #829 / 2087
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 81
Rank #1247 / 1400
23
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #1235 / 1386
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1159
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 13
Rank #22 / 1497
32.9% A+Christian And Missionary Alliance-
GlenBrook Health Center
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Carlsbad
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 104
Rank #808 / 1644
No
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1155 / 2087
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1400
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #318 / 1497
64.2% -Glenbrook Hc LLC/Life Services LLC-
Sunny View
MC
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Cupertino (Monta Vista)
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 104
Rank #180 / 1644
Yes
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 57
Rank #1551 / 2087
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 81
Rank #825 / 1400
13
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1159
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #293 / 1497
63.2% -Front Porch Communities And Services-
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Overview of Rose Arbor Village

Rose Arbor Village is a newly established 108-bed nursing home operated by Station III, LLC and Alta Senior Living, Inc., in Sacramento, California, under administrator Greg Klick’s leadership. The facility opened recently and is designed to serve residents needing skilled nursing care alongside specialized memory care and respite services. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, offering multiple pathways for family financing.

The home has 108 beds distributed across various housing options: private cottages, studios, and one- to two-bedroom apartments, giving residents and families some choice in living arrangements. With 24-hour staffing, the facility supports care needs all the time. Available to residents are on-site physicians, housekeeping services, and private patios. The dining program highlights chef-prepared meals served in a restaurant-style setting, prioritizing quality and presentation. Daily life here includes access to a wellness center, fitness facilities, a movie theater, a bar and lounge, a chapel, walking paths, and a beauty and barber shop. Such amenities bolster recreation and personal care routines. The location in Sacramento is car-dependent, with a Walk Score of 4, so visiting family will want to plan for driving.

As a recently opened community still establishing its reputation, prospective residents and families may benefit from visiting. This helps to see in person how operations develop and to understand the facility’s approach to memory care and respite services.

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Overview of A1 Del Monte Stockton

A1 Del Monte Stockton is a nursing home operated by A1 Del Monte Inc. in Stockton, California. It’s licensed to serve seniors and people with disabilities needing skilled long-term care. The 158-bed home is administered by Sandeep Saini and offers nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing services. It’s then a full-spectrum option for families seeking continuing care under one roof.

The facility is moderately walkable with a score of 61, so some daily errands are reachable on foot, while most trips need a car. Stockton’s mixed neighborhood character provides decent access to nearby services and amenities. At its core, A1 Del Monte Stockton spotlights individualized attention and compassionate care. It maintains a licensed nursing and nursing aide staff and offers therapy and rehabilitation services, along with respite care and hospice services for occupants at different care stages. Dining is prepared fresh by an executive chef with snacks available all day, supporting resident comfort and nutrition.

Families interested in visiting can tour the home from Monday to Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm. The facility has made photos available for review prior to visiting in person. The team can be reached with any questions.

Contact A1 Del Monte Stockton

Overview of Living Grace Assisted Living and Memory

Operated by Lowell Investment LLC, Living Grace Assisted Living and Memory is an 88-bed community administrated by Farial Shokoor. It caters to older adults needing help with daily activities and those with memory loss and dementia. An 88-bed capacity means a moderately sized community where residents and families can still experience a more personalized environment than larger facilities.

Though most trips demand a quick drive, the home is in a moderately walkable neighborhood where some errands can be done on foot. This type of location can suit residents and families who value a calmer residential setting while still maintaining reasonable access to nearby amenities and services. Everyday living is built around core services, including 24-hour professional caregiving, licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, and respite care when families need momentary support. All utilities, including phone service, are in the monthly cost, which removes several variable household expenses occupants would otherwise manage. The community offers private and semi-private bedrooms to handle different preferences and needs. Dining features home-cooked meals prepared in-house, with housekeeping services included. This approach to food and cleanliness can be more personal than institutional dining and helps occupants feel cared for through daily routines. Residents can also access a family room, dining area, and a patio with an outdoor grill where they can connect. Structured days include planned activities and occasional local outings that promote social engagement and companionship. Such programs help residents maintain routines, stay connected to their community, and enjoy time with fellow occupants. The community’s focus on assisted daily living and memory care reflects its dedication to supporting people across different care needs and stages of aging. The home opened recently, operating for just one year.

For families thinking of choosing the facility, touring in person will help confirm the community’s daily feel, meal preparation quality, and resident-staff engagement. The location can fit residents and families who cherish a more tranquil residential setting while still having good access to nearby amenities and services.

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Overview of Orchard Park Senior Living Community

Orchard Park Senior Living Community is a 56-bed assisted living and memory care community under administrator Melissa Jones at 14789 Burns Valley Road in Clearlake, Lake County, California. Operated by EP Operation Clearlake and Lakeside Vista Senior LLC, the community licensed since 2019 serves residents with respite care, pet-friendly accommodations, and utilities included.

Above California’s average is the inspection record. Since 2021, the facility has totaled 5 citations, 50 percent below California’s average of 10, with 8 complaints against a state average of 14 and complaint visits at 8 versus a state average of 13. No serious citations exist on record. The latest inspection was December 2025.

With fully equipped kitchens and emergency response systems, the community offers spacious studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments. Chef-inspired meals accommodate special diets. Scheduled regularly are wellness and social activities, arts programming, and life engagement events.

Having below-average citation and complaint records and a full apartment-style living option in Lake County, the community is suitable for older adults seeking assisted living or memory care in a moderately sized community in Clearlake.

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Overview of Aegis Living Corte Madera

Aegis Living Corte Madera is an assisted living community operated by Aegis Senior Communities and is administered by Eugene Pascual in Corte Madera, California. The 150-bed community caters to older adults needing daily activities support while maintaining their independence.

The facility offers an array of care options, spanning light assisted living, transitional care, and respite care for short-term stays. Services include 24-hour staffing, nursing services, and rehabilitation services, making it suitable for residents who need medical oversight or therapeutic support during recovery. Daily life here is anchored by on-site amenities, including a spa and hair salon, hydration stations throughout the community, and all-day dining with chef-prepared meals tailored to individual tastes and needs. The Corte Madera location has a Walk Score of 54, indicating moderate walkability. Some errands can be finished on foot, though most outings necessitate transportation.

Touring in person, for families contemplating Aegis Living Corte Madera, is the best way to see firsthand the community’s setup, available care options, and daily activities. It fits occupants requiring medical oversight or therapeutic support during recovery.

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Overview of Westwood Post-Acute

Westwood Post-Acute is a highly recognized nursing home in San Jose, CA, offering comprehensive skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Here, older adults are guaranteed the utmost comfort, especially with its warm and home-like setting. With 24-hour care, social services, and therapy, residents receive the utmost attention and care to live to their potential. The community also works closely with residents to provide the best possible care for their needs and habits.

Stretching exercises, musical performances, and volunteer programs are just some of the activities that residents can participate in to explore new interests and gain meaningful experiences. Spacious common areas and cozy rooms also ensure residents can rest and connect with their surroundings comfortably. Situated near restaurants, shops, a school, and the Lawrence Expressway in San Jose, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. As one of the trusted options for senior living in California, this nursing home ensures older adults can thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Southland Living

Barry Port owns Southland Living, a 75-bed nursing home that has operated under administrator Victoria Tran on Studebaker Road in Norwalk, California, for 10 years. Southland Management LLC manages the property, which runs at a 94 percent occupancy rate. Stays average just 66 days, indicating that the daily operational focus leans heavily toward short-term post-hospital therapy and recovery rather than long-term stays. To handle treatment and room costs, the business coordinates payments through private funds, traditional Medicare, and state Medicaid.

Residents receive an average of 4 hours and 42 minutes of direct care every day from the on-site clinical team. This hands-on time splits into 3 hours and 13 minutes from nurse aides, 1 hour and 15 minutes from licensed practical nurses, and 29 minutes from registered nurses who guide the physical rehabilitation routines.

Outside the building, the neighborhood has a walk score of 86 out of 100, letting visiting families walk to nearby amenities without relying on a vehicle. Government health inspectors evaluate the facility through routine licensing checks to ensure clinical records match local health codes.

Prospective representatives can check on open beds by calling the front office, where they can also request info on intake guidelines or pick a day to look around the rehabilitation areas.

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Overview of La Posada

Operated by Posada SL LLC under administrator Colleen Rozatti, La Posada is a 114-bed assisted living and memory care community in Whittier, California. Licensed by the California Department of Social Services as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly since December 2021, the community serves Los Angeles County residents. It offers assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation services, and short-term respite care, staffed around the clock.

As a California RCFE, La Posada is inspected by the Department of Social Services instead of CMS, so federal star rating isn’t applicable. The regulatory record since 2021 shows 59 total citations across 4 official inspections, nearly five times California’s average of 10. Complaints are similarly elevated: 33 filed over that period against a statewide norm of 14, with 37 complaint-triggered visits compared to California’s average of 13. No fines or serious citations were recorded in the latest inspection in April 2026.

Respite stays exist for families needing short-term coverage. Offered are 24-hour staffing, along with rehabilitation services and memory care for residents with Alzheimer’s or dementia.

For families comfortable reviewing the compliance history fully, La Posada’s care model and current availability gear it toward assisted living and memory care placements in Whittier

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Overview of Discovery Commons Raincross

With a Military Veterans Program, Discovery Commons Raincross is a 120-bed assisted living and memory care community in Riverside, California. It provides 24-hour staffing alongside its core assisted living and SHINE® Memory Care programs. Under administrator Mary McClure, the facility has been licensed in Riverside County as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly since February 2020 and is operated by Integral Senior Living.

As a California RCFE, inspections are conducted not through CMS but by the Department of Social Services. The facility since 2021 has totaled 5 citations against a California average of 10, and 8 complaints versus a statewide norm of 14. No fines are on record, with an overall score of 77 out of 100 against California’s benchmark of 70.

Beautiful outdoor spaces, a bistro and café, a private dining room for special occasions, and preventive health screenings and education are among the amenities. The dining program features chef-prepared, restaurant-style meals using fresh and seasonal ingredients.

The facility fits Riverside County older adults who require assisted living or memory care in a community that has maintained a clean regulatory record since opening, including residents served through the SHINE® and Military Veterans programs.

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Overview of Marbella Visalia

Continuously operating for 26 years in Tulare County, Marbella Visalia is a 72-bed assisted living and memory care community in Visalia, California. Licensed by the California Department of Social Services since August 1999, the facility is operated by Visalia Ventures, LLC and Integral Senior Living Management.

California DSS inspection data spanning five years shows 39 citations and 15 complaints across 34 inspection events, a high frequency of oversight activity reflecting a notably active compliance record. No fine amounts or enforcement action details accessible, and families should review the full Inspection Reports for depth.

Amenities include a craft room, professional salon and barber services, concierge services, and transportation. 24-hour staffing, respite care, and memory care alongside assisted senior living are offered by the community.

Marbella Visalia is suitable for residents needing assisted living or memory care services within a mid-sized residential community in the Visalia area of California’s Central Valley. For depth, families must review the full Inspection Reports.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • 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
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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 Memory Care in California

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.

Does California Medicaid cover memory care?

California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 1113 memory care communities in California. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.