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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.

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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.

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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 Info Pricing updated on March 13th, 2026

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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 Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Westwood

Belmont Village Senior Living Westwood offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Los Angeles, California. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With three care levels in one community, a resident whose needs may grow over time can remain in the same community rather than move elsewhere.

The community has 240 beds, so residents live among more residents and staff, with more programming usually available. Housing includes studios, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences. A studio is one private space, while a two-bedroom can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Chris Schroeder serves as the administrator, and Belmont Village Westwood Tnnt and Belmont Village operate the community.

Restaurant-style dining at Josephine’s Kitchen and an on-site bistro and café give residents places within the community for meals and snacks. A heated outdoor pool, along with fitness and wellness classes, supports swimming and structured exercise on site. The salon, sports lounge, library, and screening room and theater provide additional places for personal care and activities. Scheduled options include film screenings, lectures, card games, shuffleboard, and a book club.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet. A Walk Score of 50 means the Westwood neighborhood is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently.

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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.

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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 offers assisted living and memory care in Escondido, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. The community may be a good fit for someone whose care needs could grow over time because both care levels are available in one community.

The community has 160 beds, with 84% occupancy, so most beds are in use. Housing includes studios, suites, one bedroom residences, and two bedroom residences. A two bedroom layout could suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Private room pricing ranges from $4,895 to $7,995 per month. Residents can eat in a restaurant style dining room with chef prepared meals and dining available throughout the day. There is also a fitness center, heated swimming pool, salon and day spa, gardens, and walking paths.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet to the community. John Brennan serves as administrator, and Oakmont of Escondido Hills is operated by Oakmont Sr. Lvmg. Of Escondido Opco and Oakmont Mgmt.

Price range $4,895 - $7,995/Month Info Pricing updated on July 28th, 2026

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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: 96The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90