Page 12 of Best Memory Care in California

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,158 memory care providers 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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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-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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Brookdale Redwood City
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Redwood City (Redwood Oaks)
130
Facility 130
CA AVG 116
Rank #344 / 1,021
A-Yes
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 56
Rank #87 / 1,105
27
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #686 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 12
Rank #28 / 974
47.7%
Facility 47.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #859 / 926
-Blc-Woodside Terrace LPStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Meridian at Laguna Hills
MC
AL
IL
RC
Laguna Hills
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 116
Rank #107 / 1,021
A+Yes
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 56
Rank #494 / 1,105
14
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #385 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
40.5%
Facility 40.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #894 / 926
A+Pacifica Laguna Hills LLC And Laguna Hills Mgr LLC-
Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria
MC
AL
IL
Santa Maria
330
Facility 330
CA AVG 116
Rank #35 / 1,021
A-Yes
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 56
Rank #969 / 1,105
15
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #385 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #710 / 974
59.7%
Facility 59.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #761 / 926
A+Mg At Santa Maria, LP, Shi-IV Merrill Gp, LLC, And MStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Beverly Hills
MC
AL
Beverly Hills (Golden Triange)
127
Facility 127
CA AVG 116
Rank #365 / 1,021
AYes
97
Facility 97
CA AVG 56
Rank #16 / 1,105
23
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #535 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
66.1%
Facility 66.1%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #662 / 926
-Sjv 1 Beverly Hills Opco LLC And Sunrise Et AlStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Belmont Village Senior Living Westwood
MC
AL
IL
Los Angeles (Westwood)
240
Facility 240
CA AVG 116
Rank #73 / 1,021
AYes
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 56
Rank #699 / 1,105
19
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #471 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 12
Rank #245 / 974
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #489 / 926
-Belmont Village Westwood Tnnt And Belmont Village LPStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Palo Alto Commons
MC
AL
IL
Palo Alto (Ventura)
250
Facility 250
CA AVG 116
Rank #63 / 1,021
AYes
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 56
Rank #189 / 1,105
29
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #471 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #580 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
76.4%
Facility 76.4%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #436 / 926
-Wellquest Palo Alto Tenantco, LLC And Wellquest Et AlStudio / 1 Bed
The Avant
MC
AL
IL
Palo Alto (Ventura)
250
Facility 250
CA AVG 116
Rank #63 / 1,021
AYes
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 56
Rank #189 / 1,105
29
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #471 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #580 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
76.4%
Facility 76.4%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #436 / 926
-Wellquest Palo Alto Tenantco, LLC And Wellquest Et AlStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakwood Village, Inc.
MC
AL
Auburn
124
Facility 124
CA AVG 116
Rank #384 / 1,021
A-No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 56
Rank #113 / 1,105
31
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #696 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 12
Rank #62 / 974
48.4%
Facility 48.4%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #852 / 926
A+Oakwood Village, Inc-
Westgate Villa Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
RC
San Jose (West Valley)
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 116
Rank #724 / 1,021
A+No
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 56
Rank #421 / 1,105
14
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #385 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
96.7%
Facility 96.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #93 / 926
-Half Moon Bay Holdings, LLCPrivate Rooms / Semi - Private Rooms
Oakmont of Escondido Hills
MC
AL
Escondido (East Canyon)
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 116
Rank #203 / 1,021
AYes
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 56
Rank #947 / 1,105
9
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #243 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
84.4%
Facility 84.4%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #254 / 926
-Oakmont Sr. Lvmg. Of Escondido Opco And Oakmont MgmtStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other CA memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 1,158 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Brookdale Redwood City

Brookdale Redwood City offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Redwood City, CA. Independent living gives residents private living with community services but no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, medication, and similar tasks. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

As a continuing care retirement community, Brookdale Redwood City brings several care levels together, which may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time. Residents can choose a studio, one bedroom, or two bedroom residence, with layouts that can accommodate either one person or a couple moving together. The community has 130 beds, and pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet when they move in.

A Walk Score of 90 makes the area a walker’s paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Inside the community, residents can use the fitness center and therapy room, attend outings, and take community transportation to activities beyond the building; a café or bistro, beauty and barber shop, library, courtyard and garden, and gardening or greenhouse areas offer places for dining, personal care, reading, outdoor time, and gardening. Monica Ceron Tapia is the administrator, and Blc-Woodside Terrace operates the community.

Contact Brookdale Redwood City

Meridian at Laguna Hills

24552 Paseo De Valencia, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Overview of Meridian at Laguna Hills

Meridian at Laguna Hills supplies independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care options in Laguna Hills, CA. Independent living offers private apartments coupled with community services without daily personal care, whereas assisted living incorporates help for activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care provides a supervised, secured neighborhood for individuals prone to wandering, and respite care caters to short-term stays during family caregiver absences or recovery periods.

Eric Jensen acts as the administrator for the 200-bed facility. Housing this many residents creates a larger social network and a sizable staffing presence, while the spectrum of available care levels lets residents adjust their support systems internally as health needs evolve.

Residents have access to various recreational amenities, including an outdoor garden, a coffee bar, an in-house movie theater, group fitness classes, a walking club, and organized local outings or scenic drives. Pets are also welcome inside the community. Additionally, the location holds a walk score of 62, enabling residents who no longer drive to manage selected daily errands nearby on foot.

Families seeking diverse long-term care options can reach out to schedule a visit or request more information about current openings.

Contact Meridian at Laguna Hills

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria

Merrill Gardens at Santa Maria offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Santa Maria, CA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The combination of care types may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, since different levels of care are available within the same community. Housing options include studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments, giving a resident a private studio or room for a companion or couple. With 330 beds, the community has more residents and staff than a smaller community and offers more programming.

The starting price is $3,300 per month. That identifies the entry point for pricing rather than a single rate for every care need. A swimming pool gives residents an on site place to swim, and the wellness program offers a structured health related activity. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet while living at the community. Michael Easbey serves as the administrator.

Starting Price $3,300/Month

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Overview of Sunrise of Beverly Hills

Sunrise of Beverly Hills sits at 201 N Crescent Dr, in the Golden Triangle area of Beverly Hills. The Walk Score for this area is 97. That means most errands do not need a car.

This is a mid-rise building with 127 beds. It has studio, suite, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom homes. The community has been open for four years.

The community offers both assisted living and memory care. There are many amenities to know about, and pets are welcome here. Transportation services help residents travel farther than walking distance.

Fitness and recreation programs give residents ways to stay active. Housekeeping and personal care handle daily needs. Mental health support, rehab, and short-term respite care are also offered for more medical needs. Meals are made by a chef, not served like typical institutional food. Residents can also enjoy landscaped courtyards without leaving the property.

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center is less than three miles away. This is helpful to know for a community this size. Right now, 84 of the 127 beds are filled, which means occupancy is at 66 percent. James Howland is the administrator for this community.

In California, state inspections for places like this usually focus on staffing and staff training.

Sunrise of Beverly Hills offers a very walkable location, nearby hospital access, and many amenities like fitness, dining, and medical support. This setup often appeals to families who want both convenience and full daily services.

Starting Price $9,728/Month

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Westwood

Settled in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, CA, Belmont Village Senior Living Westwood is a thriving senior living community, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The community provides inviting accommodations, ranging from studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Featuring their enriching memory care programs, the community ensures residents in various stages of memory loss are given the right care and support with dynamic programming and mental training.

At Belmont Village Senior Living Westwood, residents are invested in and catered to with a professionally managed fitness center offering on-site therapy services, a licensed nurse and well-trained team on-site 24/7. Residents also enjoy carefully crafted menus featuring fresh ingredients and homestyle meals. With planned social activities, a wide array of amenities, and a compassionate care team, the community guarantees residents a thrilling retirement experience.

Contact Belmont Village Senior Living Westwood

Overview of Palo Alto Commons

Situated in the neighborhood of Palo Alto, CA, Palo Alto Commons is a blissful senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. A 24-hour care team and licensed nurses are always on standby to attend to residents’ individual needs, including assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and personal care assistance. Residents are provided with a spacious studio, one, and two bedroom apartment for a comfortable living space that fosters a relaxing and restful environment.

The community helps residents live their retirement life to the fullest through its broad array of activities and an abundance of delightful amenities. Residents here benefit from life enrichment programs and various convenient services, including housekeeping, linen services, and scheduled transportation. Amenities, include a fitness center, card room, library, salon, and a fireside lounge that provides relaxing space for gathering with friends or spending some precious time alone.

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The Avant

4075 El Camino Way, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Overview of The Avant

The Avant offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Palo Alto, California. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment; Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care; Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

The Avant has 250 beds, making it a larger community with more residents and staff. Studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom homes accommodate both single residents and couples moving together. In the Ventura neighborhood, the community has a Walk Score of 82, so the area is very walkable and most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently, and pets are allowed. Li Li serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by Wellquest Palo Alto Tenantco and Wellquest Et Al.

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Overview of Oakwood Village

Oakwood Village offers assisted living and memory care in Auburn, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to maintain an apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The two care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can change within the same community rather than requiring a move elsewhere.

Oakwood Village has 124 beds, and Patty Uclaray serves as the administrator. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need support during recovery. The community also offers Life Enrichment, Spiritual Care, and Culinary Services programs.

A Walk Score of 88 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, nearby shops, pharmacies, or cafes may be reachable independently. Oakwood Village may be a good fit for an older adult who needs assisted living or a secured memory care setting and may later require a different level of support.

Contact Oakwood Village, Inc.

Overview of Westgate Villa Assisted Living

Nestled in the peaceful Mayme Avenue, San Jose, CA, Westgate Villa Assisted Living is a blissful senior living community that provides assisted living. With spacious floor plans including a variety of private and semi-private rooms, the community ensures welcoming residences. Live a comfortable and stress-free retirement life within the community grounds.

Westgate Villa Assisted Living promotes a healthy and engaging lifestyle for its residents, providing them with fun enrichment activities and programs. The community also provides hover lifts for individuals who are in need of it and takes care of the bedridden. Serving three meals a day, the community prepares restaurant-style healthy and hearty meals for the residents’ satisfaction. Westgate Villa Assisted Living conducts musical performances, singing exercises, stretching exercises, games, trivia, and fitness activities. 

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Oakmont of Escondido Hills

3012 Bear Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025
Overview of Oakmont of Escondido Hills

Oakmont of Escondido Hills, a luxury senior living community, is nestled in the scenic beauty of Escondido. The community is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support, offering a range of senior living options including assisted living and memory care services. With luxurious amenities, beautifully designed living spaces, and a warm, inviting atmosphere, Oakmont of Escondido Hills is the perfect place for residents to enjoy retirement living at its finest.

The compassionate team at Oakmont of Escondido Hills is available 24/7 to cater to the unique needs of each resident, ensuring their well-being and comfort. Residents can experience the joy of vibrant living and discover the exceptional lifestyle that awaits them, where luxury and care go hand in hand.

Residents can take a dip in the heated swimming pool, stroll through the garden’s twisting paths, enjoy the sunshine in the courtyard, and relax in the shade of fruit trees while attending the numerous outdoor events. Oakmont of Escondido Hills offers a perfect blend of comfort, elegance, and personalized care in a breathtaking setting that embodies the essence of retirement living.

Price range $4,895 - $7,995/Month

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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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Memory Care in California at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 56/ 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: 116The 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 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 1158 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.