Page 14 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
Reviewed by
Last updated
We analyzed These are the providers in California our team has analyzed — not a count of every memory care provider in California. Home health and home care providers may be included if they specialize in memory care services.
1,158 providers
Other senior care options in California:

Video Tour: Top-rated Memory Care facilities in California.

Watch this Video to see California's Top-rated Senior Communities

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-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. 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over 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.
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.
The Covington
MC
AL
IL
Aliso Viejo
343
Facility 343
CA AVG 116
Rank #32 / 1,021
A+No
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 56
Rank #847 / 1,105
9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #172 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 12
Rank #202 / 974
63.3%
Facility 63.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #708 / 926
-Episcopal Communities & Services For Seniors-
Inspirations Home Care VI
MC
AL
HC
Corona
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
B+No
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 56
Rank #833 / 1,105
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 974
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #274 / 926
A+Inspirations Home Care IV LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Belmont Village Senior Living Rancho Palos Verdes
MC
AL
Rancho Palos Verdes (Rolling Hills Estates)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 116
Rank #238 / 1,021
BYes
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 56
Rank #711 / 1,105
28
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #762 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 12
Rank #325 / 974
89.3%
Facility 89.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #183 / 926
A+Belmont Village Rpv LLC And Belmont Three LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Integrated Care Communities
MC
AL
HOS
Moreno Valley
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 116
Rank #846 / 1,021
A-No
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,007 / 1,105
13
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #343 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 12
Rank #175 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
A+California Drug Consultants, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Desert Cottages II
MC
AL
HOS
RESC
RC
Indio
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
B+Yes
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 56
Rank #732 / 1,105
38
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #612 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 12
Rank #274 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
A+Desert Cottages, L.l.c1 Bed / Semi-Private Room
Wesley Palms
MC
AL
IL
San Diego (Pacific Beach)
511
Facility 511
CA AVG 116
Rank #17 / 1,021
B+Yes
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 56
Rank #976 / 1,105
17
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #294 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 12
Rank #145 / 974
72.6%
Facility 72.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #510 / 926
-Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Village At Sherman Oaks
MC
AL
IL
Sherman Oaks
179
Facility 179
CA AVG 116
Rank #153 / 1,021
B+Yes
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 56
Rank #189 / 1,105
33
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #686 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 12
Rank #383 / 974
93.9%
Facility 93.9%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #129 / 926
-Sherman Oaks Subtenant LLC And Srg Management LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria Newport Beach
MC
AL
IL
Newport Beach (Superior Heights)
195
Facility 195
CA AVG 116
Rank #125 / 1,021
B+Yes
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 56
Rank #132 / 1,105
19
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #436 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
86.2%
Facility 86.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #221 / 926
-Aslo Gp LLC, Gp Of Newport Beach Opco LP And Atria MgmtStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Silverado Berkeley Memory Care Community
MC
Berkeley (Central Berkeley)
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 116
Rank #591 / 1,021
B+Yes
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 56
Rank #113 / 1,105
24
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #385 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 12
Rank #383 / 974
68.9%
Facility 68.9%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #585 / 926
-Silverado Berkeley LLC And Silverado Sr. Lvng Mgmt IncPrivate Rooms
Silverado Beverly Place Memory Care Community
MC
AL
Los Angeles (Central La)
256
Facility 256
CA AVG 116
Rank #60 / 1,021
B+Yes
97
Facility 97
CA AVG 56
Rank #16 / 1,105
13
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #436 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
44.5%
Facility 44.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #881 / 926
-Silverado Beverly Place LLC And Silverado Sr. Lvng MgmtPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms

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

Rows per page:
View all Nearby Homes
1...131415...116
Overview of The Covington

The Covington offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Aliso Viejo, California. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering. Needs can change without another move, since all three care levels are available within the same community.

With 343 beds, The Covington is a larger setting with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Its dining program includes snacks, shareable plates, mains, and desserts, giving residents several types of menu items to choose from while emphasizing locally sourced ingredients. A Walk Score of 36 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk. Donald Cash Benton serves as administrator, and Episcopal Communities & Services For Seniors operates the community.

Starting Price $6,545/Month

Contact The Covington

Overview of Inspirations Home Care VI

Offering assisted living and memory care, Inspirations Home Care VI is a small, single-story residential care home on Carter Lane in Corona, California. It is about 3 miles from Corona Regional Medical Center. The community has been serving residents for 28 years and has just 6 beds with private and semi-private room options. Its smaller size supports a staffing ratio of about one caregiver for every 2 to 3 residents, allowing for more individual attention than many larger communities.

The community is operated by Inspirations Home Care IV LLC and administered by Romulo Garcia. Residents are served home-cooked meals prepared around their dietary needs and personal preferences, giving mealtimes a home-like feel. Housekeeping, beauty services, and organized recreational activities are also offered. The community currently has an occupancy rate of about 83%.

The area is considered somewhat walkable. A few nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require a car. This can be helpful for family members planning regular visits or arranging transportation for residents.

State inspections have reviewed medication records, medication storage, and infection control readiness, including the availability of personal protective equipment (PPE). These are common areas reviewed during inspections of small residential care homes.

The community does not allow pets. Families with a resident who has a companion animal may want to consider that when comparing care options.

Contact Inspirations Home Care VI

Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Rancho Palos Verdes

Overlooking the charming neighborhood of Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, Belmont Village Senior Living Rancho Palos Verdes is a classic senior living community, offering assisted living and memory care. The community offers thoughtfully designed apartments, guaranteeing residents a comfortable residence that comes with 24/7 assistance and support by a licensed nurse and well-trained team on-site. Services like housekeeping, assistance with daily living, and free scheduled transportation, makes residents’ lives easier.

Fostering connections and a vibrant atmosphere, the community conducts an array of social and enrichment activities and offers a wealth of amenities designed to provide residents with comfort and entertainment. Here, residents enjoy access to a professionally supervised fitness center, salon services, and Wi-Fi throughout the community for long-distance communication with families and friends.

Contact Belmont Village Senior Living Rancho Palos Verdes

Overview of Integrated Care Communities

Receive top-notch care from Integrated Care Communities, a remarkable community in Moreno Valley, CA designed to provide affordable assisted living and memory care services. They help residents age gracefully by providing them with personalized care plans and tailored services. Their team of excellent caregivers is available 24/7 to assist residents with their daily activities, medication management, and more for their comfort and safety.

The community also provides an array of activities and programs to help residents stay active and enjoy enriching experiences for their well-being. Residents’ safety is also guaranteed with 24-hour security and advanced safety features installed throughout the campus. Here, everyone is encouraged to reach their maximum potential while indulging in vibrant experiences and loving care.

Contact Integrated Care Communities

Overview of Desert Cottages II

Conveniently set along Himalaya Drive, Indio, CA, Desert Cottages II is a unique community that offers dementia and Alzheimer’s care. Hospice care, transitioning program, and respite care is also provided to meet residents’ special needs. A compassionate and well-trained team delivers the utmost care and assistance 24/7 for residents to enjoy a worry-free lifestyle.

The community also conducts personalized exercise programs to improve their well-being. Heart-healthy and delicious meals are served for residents dietary needs and preferences. Incontinence management, medication management, medication-use reduction, and high acute care are also provided for residents’ convenience. Cherish every moment of your later years and live happily with the community’s friendly vibe.

Contact Desert Cottages II

Wesley Palms

Wesley Palms Retirement Community, 2404 Loring St, San Diego, CA 92109
Overview of Wesley Palms

Wesley Palms offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in San Diego, California. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

With 511 beds, Wesley Palms has more residents, staff, and usually programming than a small community. Multiple care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since a move to a different level of care can happen without leaving the community. Pets are allowed, giving a resident the option to bring a pet when moving in. Justin Weber serves as the administrator, and Front Porch Communities And Services operates the community.

Contact Wesley Palms

Overview of The Village at Sherman Oaks

The Village at Sherman Oaks offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Sherman Oaks, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains their own living space.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level can happen without leaving the community.

The community has 179 beds, with one-bedroom and two-bedroom housing options. A two-bedroom layout can work for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion, and an 82 Walk Score places the area in the very walkable band, with most errands, shops, a pharmacy, and cafes within a short walk for a resident who no longer drives. Pets are allowed. Grace Hartnett administers the community, which is operated by Sherman Oaks Subtenant LLC and Srg Management.

Contact The Village At Sherman Oaks

Overview of Atria Newport Beach

Atria Newport Beach is a well-recognized retirement community in Newport Beach, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Promoting a warm and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults can feel at ease during their stay. Chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, and 24-hour care are among the exceptional services that aim to help residents maintain their independence with ease. Focusing on residents’ holistic wellness, the community provides individualized care plans. 

Social events, fitness exercises, and a variety of activities provide residents with more opportunities to interact with friends and have fun. A yoga studio, a fitness center, and beautiful outdoor spaces also ensure residents can rest without worries. Set along Hospital Road, near Hoag Memorial Hospital and public transportation, the community ensures convenient access to healthcare and travel. This retirement community is one of the finest options for senior living in California, especially with its top-notch care and well-maintained amenities. 

Starting Price $5,900/Month

Contact Atria Newport Beach

Overview of Silverado Berkeley Memory Care Community

Silverado Berkeley Memory Care Community is a memory care community in Berkeley, CA, with a secured setting and supervision for residents at risk of wandering. The community may be a good fit for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who needs that environment.

Private rooms give each resident a single personal living space, and the community has 90 beds. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep pets in the community. A Walk Score of 88 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently. Morgan Whinery serves as the administrator.

Contact Silverado Berkeley Memory Care Community

Overview of Silverado Beverly Place Memory Care Community

Silverado Beverly Place Memory Care Community provides assisted living and memory care in Los Angeles, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision. Because both care levels are available, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may be able to move to a different level of care without leaving the community.

The community has 256 beds. More residents and staff are on site, creating a larger community environment. Private rooms provide living space for one resident, while semi private rooms suit someone who prefers to share a room. In the Central LA neighborhood, a Walk Score of 97 out of 100 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Pets are allowed, and Taylor L. Giunto serves as the administrator.

Contact Silverado Beverly Place Memory Care Community

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
No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
How we're paid: If we help you find a community and you move in, that community may pay us a referral fee. This never affects where they rank or what you pay. Learn more
Submit a correction

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
Who we are

Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way

We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.

Contact us Today

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.