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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, Incorporated | Studio |
| 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 Mgmt | Suite / 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. Partner | 1 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 Inc | Studio / 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 LLC | Private / 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 Housing | Studio / 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 Services | 1 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 Inc | Studio / 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 | 0 | A+ | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 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 | - |
Noble Care Center, located in Stockton, California, is a facility that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. With a compassionate approach to healthcare, Noble Care Center specializes in a range of services, including wound care, restorative nursing, memory care, and diabetes management. Their dedicated team of professionals is well-equipped to provide expert medication management and personalized assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), ensuring residents receive the highest standard of care and support. The facility prides itself on its comprehensive dementia care program, designed to meet the unique needs of individuals facing memory-related challenges.
With 24-hour supervision and a responsive call system, residents at Noble Care Center benefit from round-the-clock support and security. The facility offers 12-16 hour nursing services, providing continuous medical care, including specialized pain management techniques, enhancing the residents’ overall quality of life. In addition to the attentive healthcare services, Noble Care Center also provides essential housekeeping, creating a clean and comfortable living environment. Furthermore, the facility offers hospice and respite services, ensuring that residents and their families have access to comprehensive end-of-life care and temporary relief, emphasizing the facility’s commitment to holistic well-being. Noble Care Center stands as a center with compassion as its main mission, offering a nurturing atmosphere where residents can heal, thrive, and live their lives with dignity and grace.
Alma Care Senior Living is a supportive assisted living community in Thousand Oaks, CA, that focuses on personal care. Featuring a cozy private room and a spacious shared room, the community ensures that older adults can feel at home away from home. Memory care, assistance with daily living activities, and recreational activities are offered for residents’ holistic wellness. With its commitment to residents’ welfare, the community creates personalized care plans to match each of their individual needs.
Have fun conversations with friends and participate in various activities to prevent loneliness and maintain an active lifestyle. With a small putting green, sparkling pool, and a cozy sauna, residents have more options for leisure and relaxation. The community is also easily accessible, especially with its convenient location near local amenities. As one of the finest choices for senior living in California, this assisted living community goes above and beyond in providing high-quality care and accessible amenities.
San Diego Home Caregivers is an exceptional San Diego, California facility that offers home caregivers you can count on. They provide help with physical activities and emotional support that help better their clients’ lives. They offer a wide range of non-medical senior care services delivered by experienced at-home caregivers who work closely with each client, family, and care team to develop a customized care plan that meets the client’s unique needs.
Some of their services include companionship and life enrichment activities, shopping, errands, and outings in the community: Housekeeping and laundry services, meal planning, preparation, and clean-up. Aside from home care, they provide specialized care such as Alzheimer’s and Hospice Services. Whether you need home care for yourself or a loved one, San Diego Home Caregivers is here to help.
Alta Healthcare Center of Camarillo is a top-rated nursing home in Camarillo, CA, offering dementia care, hospice care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. The community promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, striving to keep older adults comfortable and safe. With 24-hour assistance, transportation, and a nutrition program, residents receive exceptional services to live comfortably. Through individualized care plans, the community ensures residents can recover without hassles.
Light exercises, social gatherings, and recreational activities provide residents with more opportunities to interact with friends and have fun. With thoughtfully furnished rooms and lively gathering areas, residents can rest and focus on their well-being. Set in the quiet residential area of Camarillo, the community ensures a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is a great choice for senior living in California, as it has excellent services and top-notch amenities.
Make every moment count with God’s Hand Home Care Inc. in Oxnard, CA, which offers home care. Older adults receive the care they need with extensive care options, including dementia care, personal care, live-in care, and respite care. With a compassionate and highly trained team available 24/7, older adults ease their worries and live comfortably in their golden years.
Veterans also find the care they need with dedicated veterans care programs that aim to honor their services to the country. Mobility assistance and transportation services are also available to improve older adults’ living experiences. The community strives to deliver hands-on care for older adults to enjoy their golden years in the safety of their homes.
Administered by Eva Tawfik, Cottages at Riverside is a senior living community in Riverside, California, specializing in memory care and respite care. The community follows a personalized approach. Care plans are created around each resident’s individual needs instead of using the same plan for everyone.
The 110-bed community provides rehabilitation services, nursing services, and 24-hour staffing, giving residents access to clinical support at all hours. There are wheelchair accessibility, a 24-hour security system, and emergency alert systems in every room for extra peace of mind for residents and their families.
Residents have access to a full-time activities director, weekly housekeeping, laundry and rubbish services, and a full-service salon and spa. Fitness classes, social events, games, and volunteer programmes give residents many ways to stay active and engaged.
Gourmet meals are served daily, with in-room dining available as well. Scheduled transportation, escort services, and transfer assistance help residents attend appointments and move safely around the community. The community also welcomes pets. Linen service and utilities are included.
The neighbourhood has a Walk Score of 55, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but other errands and outings require a short drive.
Manteca, California, features Safe Haven – Manteca III, a six-bed residential care home managed by Safe Haven Manteca LLC and administrator Ryan Alejo. Operating entirely out of a single-story house, the building provides a stair-free layout that accommodates residents with physical mobility limitations. The home coordinates multiple care levels, including independent living, assisted living, memory support, and hospice care, across a selection of private and shared rooms.
Daily operations focus on 24-hour monitoring, emergency response, personalized physical help, and regular housekeeping. The kitchen prepares tailored meals to match health guidelines, including low-sodium and gluten-free diets, while the staff schedules local transportation, beauty services, a spa area, and routine mobility exercises.
State regulatory reviews show a clean track record, with the latest inspection resulting in zero deficiencies across all safety, fire, and medication storage standards, and no complaints have been filed against the property. The neighborhood is car-dependent, meaning families will need a vehicle for retail errands and medical visits.
Prospective representatives can contact the administrative office to check on current room vacancies and request baseline monthly rates.
Experience the welcoming atmosphere of Novato Healthcare Center, located in Novato, CA, a top-quality community where vibrant living is paired with exceptional care. With skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, this community provides residents with personalized support tailored to their unique needs. Residents can enjoy stylish and comfortable private and semi-private rooms. Conveniently located near shopping and recreation areas, the community offers an ideal blend of peace and accessibility.
Novato Healthcare Center features a variety of enriching amenities, including a spacious outdoor dining area with nutritious meals and inviting recreational spaces. Residents can also enjoy a wide selection of activities that align with their interests and foster a sense of community. Here, each day brings joy, comfort, and a commitment to high-quality living.
Kei Ai Los Angeles healthcare center is located in close proximity to LAC+USC medical center, providing a reassuring sense of safety and convenience for its residents. This distinguished healthcare center takes pride in providing exceptional care that surpasses the ordinary, with a luxurious standard that sets them apart from the rest. The facility has exceptional customized care plans, meticulously crafted to meet the unique and specific needs of each resident. A range of therapies, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and caregiver training, are available to ensure comprehensive and holistic care.
Apart from these therapies, Kei Ai Los Angeles healthcare center offers an array of services such as wound care, IV therapy, dementia care, laboratory testing, bowel and bladder programs, off-site dialysis, nutrition and hydration programs, and more. They also provide an array of engaging activities, such as board games, social events, art therapy, outings, and needlework. At Kei Ai Los Angeles healthcare center, residents can find comfort in the knowledge that they are under the care of compassionate and dedicated professionals.
Golden Sonora Care Center, which can be found in serene Sonora, CA, is dedicated to providing a wide range of skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services. With a mission to offer resident-centered care, Golden Sonora Care Center has built a reputation for excellence and compassion in the community. At Golden Sonora Care Center, the focus is on creating a comfortable and nurturing environment where residents receive personalized care tailored to their unique needs. Whether residents require short-term rehabilitation or long-term care, the dedicated team designs individualized care plans to ensure optimal outcomes.
The center offers comprehensive services including 24-hour licensed nursing care, hospice and palliative care, respite care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and restorative therapy. Golden Sonora Care Center also provides a range of supportive services including prescription and non-prescription drug services, family support services, comfort care, pain management, meals and dining services, beautician services, recreation and activities, housekeeping, laundry, and linen services. Guided by core values of respect, compassion, cooperation, and wisdom, Golden Sonora Care Center aims to be a premier provider of both short-term rehabilitative services and long-term care in California.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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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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.

















