Page 12 of Best Memory Care in California

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,122 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: 58/ 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: 103The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
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.
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.
Atria Newport Plaza
MC
AL
IL
Newport Beach (Superior Heights)
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 103
Rank #287 / 1,645
Yes
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 58
Rank #290 / 2,057
24
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #843 / 1,507
73.1%
Facility 73.1%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #852 / 1,452
Vsl Gp II LLC, Gp Of Vaoc Newport Plaza LP And AtriaStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Silverado Tustin Hacienda Memory Care Community
MC
AL
Tustin
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,186 / 1,645
Yes
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 58
Rank #137 / 2,057
12
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
81.0%
Facility 81.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #654 / 1,452
Silverado Tustin, LLC And Silverado Sr. Lvng. Mgmt IncPrivate Rooms
Summerfield Senior Living
MC
AL
Yuba City
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #724 / 1,645
No
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 58
Rank #673 / 2,057
11
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #741 / 1,507
69.7%
Facility 69.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #945 / 1,452
Summerfield Investors LLCPrivate Rooms
Par Place Senior Living
MC
AL
HOS
RESC
Rocklin
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,323 / 2,057
7
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #565 / 1,507
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #504 / 1,452
Geraldine SanchezPrivate Rooms
Ivy Park at Studio City
MC
AL
Studio City
121
Facility 121
CA AVG 103
Rank #551 / 1,645
Yes
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 58
Rank #562 / 2,057
4
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
71.9%
Facility 71.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #885 / 1,452
Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
El Cerrito Royale
MC
AL
RC
El Cerrito
145
Facility 145
CA AVG 103
Rank #386 / 1,645
No
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 58
Rank #267 / 2,057
15
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #716 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #292 / 1,507
68.3%
Facility 68.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #970 / 1,452
Berg Senior Services, LLCSuite / 1 Bed
Merrill Gardens at West Covina
MC
AL
IL
West Covina (Walnut Valley)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #341 / 1,645
Yes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 58
Rank #529 / 2,057
14
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #930 / 1,452
Shi-III Mg Dev Gp, LLC And Merrill Gardens, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
B&B Residential Facilities, Inc.
MC
AL
HOS
PC
RESC
RC
San Mateo (South San Mateo)
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,317 / 1,645
Yes
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 58
Rank #267 / 2,057
3
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 13
Rank #67 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
B & B Residential Facilities, Inc-
The Vineyards – California Armenian Home
MC
AL
IL
NH
RESC
SNF
Fresno (Roosevelt)
412
Facility 412
CA AVG 103
Rank #27 / 1,645
Yes
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,796 / 2,057
18
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #36 / 1,507
54.1%
Facility 54.1%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,266 / 1,452
California Home For The Aged IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Reutlinger Community
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Danville
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #559 / 1,645
No
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,718 / 2,057
27
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #885 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #156 / 1,507
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,094 / 1,452
Reutlinger Community, The And Eskaton Properties IncStudio / 1 Bed

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 1,122 on this page.

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Overview of Atria Newport Plaza

Established in 2019, Atria Newport Plaza is a residential care community in Newport Beach, California, offering skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation. With a three-story setting, this 160-bed community offers studio, suite, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. Located in a highly walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 85, the community also offers convenient access to nearby services and amenities for residents and visiting families.

Maintaining a 73% occupancy rate, the community’s average length of stay of 47 days also reflects its emphasis on post-acute recovery following hospitalization. Furthermore, residents receive approximately 3 hours and 37 minutes of nursing care each day, including 31 minutes from registered nurses, 2 hours and 20 minutes of hands-on assistance from nurse aides, and 1 hour and 8 minutes from licensed nurses. It also accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, which provides more flexible payment options.

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Overview of Silverado Tustin Hacienda Memory Care Community

Operated by Silverado Tustin, LLC and Silverado Sr., Silverado Tustin Hacienda Memory Care Community is a senior living community in the Old Town Tustin neighborhood of Tustin, California, offering assisted living and memory care. Benjamin Velasquez serves as the administrator. The community is close to Orange, Irvine, Anaheim, and Villa Park. Programs here are specifically for residents living with memory impairment, making dementia care a central focus of daily life.

The single-story community has 42 beds with private rooms and has been serving residents for 5 years. It currently operates at about 81% occupancy, with 34 of its 42 beds occupied. The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 92, which is highly walkable. Most nearby errands can be completed on foot, which can be especially convenient for visiting families without a car.

Memory care is supported by staff members who hold dementia care certifications. The community offers a brain health program focused on promoting cognitive well-being. Pets are also welcome, so residents can enjoy the comfort and companionship of a familiar animal during their stay.

State inspections have generally found the community in compliance with core requirements related to medication administration and safety equipment. Inspection records also identified a staff training finding involving dementia care and hospice care requirements. Families touring Silverado Tustin Hacienda Memory Care Community may want to ask how staff training is scheduled, updated, and maintained.

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Overview of Summerfield Senior Living

Operated by Summerfield Investors LLC, Summerfield Senior Living is an assisted living and memory care community in Yuba City, California. Chantel Gildea serves as the administrator. The two-story community has 99 private rooms and has been serving residents for 9 years. It currently has an occupancy rate of about 70%.

Residents have access to personal emergency alert systems, medication management, and local transportation services for their safety and independence. Chef-prepared meals are served each day. The community also has an on-site beauty shop and library.

Fitness and recreation programs, planned social activities, and walking areas throughout the grounds help residents stay active and engaged. These features support an active daily routine within the community. Summerfield Senior Living does not allow pets.

The area has a Walk Score of 72, which is very walkable. Most everyday errands can be completed on foot, with many nearby amenities within easy reach. That convenience can be valuable for residents who are active and for family members visiting from out of town.

The California Department of Social Services conducts inspections of assisted living communities such as Summerfield Senior Living. Inspection records are generally positive, but there is one isolated citation related to a pandemic-era health protocol during a holiday gathering. Several complaint investigations involving care response and staff training were also reviewed. All allegations were unsubstantiated.

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Overview of Par Place Senior Living

Par Place Senior Living in Rocklin, CA, is a family-owned residential care community that offers personal and dementia care. With its intimate and welcoming environment, older adults are guaranteed to receive the utmost attention and care to live comfortably in retirement. Home-cooked meals, medication assistance, and daily housekeeping are also offered to help residents maintain their independence with ease. The community also provides personalized care plans to meet residents’ needs and preferences.

Group outings, memory-enhancing activities, and light exercises provide residents with more opportunities to make friends and stay active. A secured backyard, safety features, and cozy living spaces allow residents to lounge and move around comfortably. Set near the Rocklin Event Center in the peaceful neighborhood of Rocklin, the community is easily accessible for visitors and families. As one of the highly regarded options for senior living in California, this residential care community ensures older adults can thrive in retirement.

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Ivy Park at Studio City

4610 Coldwater Canyon Avenue, Studio City, CA 91604
Overview of Ivy Park at Studio City

Situated in the vibrant city of Studio City, California, Ivy Park at Studio City is a large assisted living community providing a comprehensive array of healthcare services. This community provides Assisted Living and Memory Care services to people in need, ensuring each resident gets the care and assistance they need. The community also provides assistance with everyday activities, care coordination with medical specialists, and specialized memory care services, all with an emphasis on holistic care.

Encouraging and empowering every resident to live their best life every day is the goal of Ivy Park at Studio City. The community’s carefully prepared meals, individualized care plans, and packed social schedule all demonstrate this dedication. Pet-friendly regulations, exercise programs, religious activities, a library, and lovely outdoor scenery are just a few of the amenities that residents enjoy. Through the EverYou program, the memory care community Evergreen at Ivy provides a dynamic and encouraging atmosphere, guaranteeing meaningful and gratifying daily experiences for residents requiring special attention and care.

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Overview of El Cerrito Royale

Live a blissful retirement with El Cerrito Royale, an outstanding community set in the serene residential area of El Cerrito, CA, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. With its dedication to residents’ welfare, the community provides top-tier care and assistance from a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their needs around the clock. Keep peace of mind with the community helping with day-to-day activities. As a family-owned and operated community, residents can rest assured of receiving the utmost care and attention they deserve.

Here, residents are encouraged to remain active and interact with friends with a well-thought-out calendar of fun activities and engaging programs. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delightful and nutritious meals that satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Emergency call systems, medication management, and transportation services are also provided for residents’ comfort and convenience. The community is ideal for those who need additional care to spend their golden years with ease.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at West Covina

Located in the harmonious neighborhood of W West Covina Parkway, West Covina, CA, is the trusted senior living community of Merrill Gardens at West Covina offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With its naturally lit and spacious accommodations, seniors enjoy relaxation and security like no other. Delivering round-the-clock care and assistance, the community prides itself on a team of compassionate and highly trained professionals to ensure residents flourish and live their best lives.

There is always something fun to do with a wide array of engaging activities and enjoyable programs highlighting residents’ interests and strengths. Have a delightful dining experience with well-balanced meals available throughout the day for dietary satisfaction. Merrill Gardens at West Covina is a good place for seniors to spend their golden years creating lasting moments.

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Overview of B&b Residential Facilities

B&B Residential Facilities, Inc. offers a nurturing haven that seamlessly blends the comfort of home with round-the-clock care and supervision in  in San Mateo, California. Within this inviting atmosphere, a heightened standard of living awaits, enriched by the proximity to a range of local conveniences including shopping centers, places of worship, local transportation, and healthcare services. Their dedicated team of caregivers, well-versed and extensively trained, also ensures that residents experience an elevated lifestyle.

Their fully furnished rooms include private bathrooms. B&B Residential Facilities takes utmost care to accommodate special dietary needs as directed by physicians, and they extend their thoughtfulness to arranging transportation for local events as well. Their commitment reaches beyond the ordinary, encompassing respite care, palliative care, and hospice care, ensuring that every facet of daily living is thoughtfully addressed. Amid this welcoming and serene environment, residents can relish a quality of life that goes beyond expectations.

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Overview of The Vineyards – California Armenian Home

Offering a continuum of care, the blissful senior living community of The Vineyards – California Armenian Home in Fresno County, Fresno, CA, empowers seniors to successfully age in place with access to care needs even as their needs change. The community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, designed to accommodate various lifestyle needs and provide excellent care. Choose from an array of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, and move into a residence that perfectly matches your lifestyle needs.

The community features a hardworking team, available 24/7 to provide compassionate, efficient, and professional care and support to every resident. Residents are empowered to continue learning, growing and living life to its fullest with a plethora of activities, including gardening, Tai Chi lessons, cooking classes, and exercise sessions. Another highlight of living in the community is their exceptional dining with meals inspired by the freshest locally sourced ingredients, grown right within the community.

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Overview of The Reutlinger Community

Everyday is a life-enhancing opportunity at The Reutlinger Community, a charming senior living community in Contra Costa County, Danville, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. With its continuum of care services, residents are guaranteed to gracefully age in place with seamless transition should their needs evolve. Residents are welcomed into beautifully designed studios, one-bedroom apartments, and memory care units that perfectly align with their tastes and needs.

With 24-hour team availability, residents and their loved ones can rest easy knowing they will be constantly supported by care partners who are truly invested in their health and happiness. Residents are empowered to continue living life to the fullest with lifelong learning programs, activities and opportunities for socialization offered by the community. Beautiful community amenities, including cozy lounge areas, dining rooms, an art room and physical fitness studio, provides relaxing space for exploration and enjoyment.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    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
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 1122 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.