Page 16 of Best Memory Care in California

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,119 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. 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. 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.
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.
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.
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.
Epic Assistance Care Home IV
MC
NH
SNF
El Cajon
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 116
Rank #851 / 1,021
No
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 56
Rank #871 / 1,105
A+6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #109 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 12
Rank #837 / 974
93.3%
Facility 93.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #135 / 926
Epic Assistance Care Home IncPrivate Rooms
La Costa Glen
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Carlsbad
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
No
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 56
Rank #931 / 1,105
A+4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 12
Rank #325 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
Dna Swagerty, Inc-
Ivy Park at Murrieta
MC
AL
Murrieta
137
Facility 137
CA AVG 116
Rank #319 / 1,021
Yes
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 56
Rank #871 / 1,105
A17
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #585 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
88.3%
Facility 88.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #199 / 926
Riverside Care Group, LLC And Oakmont Mgmt. Grp. LLCStudio / 1 Bed /2 Bed
Oakmont of Redding
MC
AL
Redding (Enterprise)
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 116
Rank #296 / 1,021
Yes
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 56
Rank #847 / 1,105
A+12
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #294 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
67.9%
Facility 67.9%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #604 / 926
Welltower Redding Tenant LLC And Oakmont Mgmt Grp LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Silverado Rolling Hills Memory Care Community
MC
Torrance (Walteria)
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 116
Rank #690 / 1,021
Yes
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 56
Rank #222 / 1,105
A+6
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #294 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 12
Rank #914 / 974
64.7%
Facility 64.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #683 / 926
Silverado Rolling Hills LLC& Silverado Senior LivPrivate Rooms
The Grove Senior Living
MC
AL
Fresno
130
Facility 130
CA AVG 116
Rank #344 / 1,021
Yes
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 56
Rank #572 / 1,105
A+10
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #343 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 12
Rank #779 / 974
58.5%
Facility 58.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #777 / 926
Oakmont Of Fresno LLC And Wellquest Living LLC (Mgr)Studio / 1 Bed
Eskaton Village Grass Valley
MC
AL
IL
Grass Valley (Eskaton Village)
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 116
Rank #203 / 1,021
Yes
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,096 / 1,105
A-17
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #385 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 12
Rank #175 / 974
81.3%
Facility 81.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #344 / 926
Eskaton Properties Inc1 Bed / 2 Bed
Elders Inn on Webster
MC
AL
RESC
RC
Alameda (West Alameda)
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 116
Rank #724 / 1,021
Yes
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 56
Rank #52 / 1,105
B+13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #385 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 12
Rank #159 / 974
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #459 / 926
Zimmerman, C. Zimmrman, J. & Dugan, MStudio / Semi-Private Rooms
Par Place Senior Living
MC
AL
HOS
RESC
Rocklin
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
No
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 56
Rank #685 / 1,105
A-7
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #109 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 12
Rank #325 / 974
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #274 / 926
Geraldine SanchezPrivate Rooms
Hope House LLC
MC
AL
HOS
PC
RESC
RC
Los Angeles (South Los Angeles)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
No
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 56
Rank #272 / 1,105
B+8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #172 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 12
Rank #779 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
Hope House LLCStudio / 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 1,119 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Kensington Place Redwood City

Kensington Place Redwood City is a compassionate memory care community in Redwood City, CA, that focuses on caring for those with dementia and Alzheimer’s. The community promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults feel at home during their stay. With 24-hour care, medication administration, and all-day dining, residents have a worry-free retirement. Alongside different levels of care, personalized care plans are provided to help enhance residents’ memory and meet their needs.

Mind-stimulating games, light exercises, and social events provide residents with more opportunities to learn new things and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can relax and interact with friends in the spacious dining rooms, cozy living rooms, and accessible communal spaces. The area is also filled with restaurants, shops, and public transportation, ensuring accessibility and convenience. This memory care community is a trusted choice for senior living in California, especially with its excellent services and thoughtfully designed amenities.

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Overview of The Loft at Beverly Place Memory Care Community

Settling in the peaceful neighborhood of North Hayworth Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, The Loft at Beverly Place is an esteemed memory care community offering memory care, respite care, and exclusive Brain Healthy Living, also known as Nexus. Seniors enjoy a cozy and elegant retirement with private rooms provided for their comfort and safety. Experience an active retirement with a team of dedicated and well-trained dementia care professionals providing top-tier care and support for your special needs.

Encouraging seniors to explore diverse interests and participate in a wide selection of wellness programs, the community doubles its efforts to ensure residents’ well-being. Indulge in restaurant-style dining and enjoy healthy and tasty meals served to satisfy seniors’ dietary requirements. The Loft at Beverly Place values pets company, providing seniors with pet-friendly amenities and tranquil walking paths for their enjoyment and wellness.

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Overview of Westmont of Cypress

Located in the neighborhood of Cypress, CA, Westmont of Cypress is a remarkable senior living community that offers various care levels, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Inspired to offer a resort-style living experience, the community features an array of carefully designed accommodations with on-site maintenance for a carefree lifestyle. A dependable care team is available to provide various care and support should residents need it, helping them maintain their independence and peace of mind.

Fostering lifelong learning, community engagement, and personal satisfaction, the community offers a wide range of amenities like an outdoor pool, fitness center, bistro, theater, and therapy services. Residents find enrichment and entertainment from the community’s vibrant activities and events. Carefully prepared meals are also served daily to make sure residents always have the energy for an active everyday life.

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Overview of Carlton Senior Living San Jose

Carlton Senior Living San Jose is an extraordinary community nestled next to the serene Martial Cottle Park, offering a harmonious blend of memory care and residential assisted living. Enjoy the convenience of transportation services, housekeeping assistance, and apartment maintenance, while utilities are taken care of, allowing you to fully embrace the joys of retirement.
Discover thoughtfully designed floor plans, from cozy studios to spacious one-bedroom and two-bedroom senior living bedrooms.

With an emphasis on family values, this community ensures unparalleled safety and security while fostering a vibrant and engaging social life. Step into its enchanting courtyard, a serene oasis where you can relax and reconnect with nature. Indulge in delicious meals, lovingly prepared to nourish your body and delight your taste buds. Every aspect of life at Carlton Senior Living San Jose has been meticulously crafted to provide an exceptional experience that exceeds expectations.

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Overview of Epic Assistance Care Home IV

Epic Assistance Care Home IV offers nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing in El Cajon, California. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide ongoing support for residents who need nursing care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With 15 beds, the home may suit someone who needs a smaller care setting.

Private rooms give residents a single personal room rather than shared accommodation. The area has a Walk Score of 33, so it is dependent on cars and most errands require a car or a ride. Epic Assistance Care Home IV is administered by Liza Mesdjian and operated by Epic Assistance Care Home.

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Overview of La Costa Glen

Experience senior living to its fullest with La Costa Glen Retirement Community. Situated in coastal Carlsbad, CA, this community offers a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) experience. With a variety of living options, from single-story homes to spacious apartments, each resident is designed to fit diverse preferences while offering comfort, style, and ease of living. Residents can enjoy peace of mind with priority access to a health center located nearby, making it a thoughtful choice for retirement.

At La Costa Glen, an active and fulfilling lifestyle is at the heart of every day. The community provides an impressive array of resort-style amenities, including lush gardens, elegant dining spaces, and a wellness center. Residents can immerse themselves in endless activities such as cultural outings and social events, all thoughtfully arranged to enhance connection and enrich daily living. Embrace a retirement where everything is in place for relaxation, adventure, and lasting memories.

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Overview of Serenity Home Care II

Set in the neighborhood of Modesto, CA, Serenity Home Care II is a safe retreat for those looking for compassionate assisted living. The community ensures residents are well-supported throughout their journey by providing daily living assistance, companionship, dementia care, and hospice services. With a dedicated team of caregivers available 24/7, residents can keep their peace of mind knowing someone is available to attend to their emergencies and needs.

The community also prioritizes residents’ nutritional needs by serving three nutritious meals daily with accommodations for special diets. Entertainment and enrichment are guaranteed by an array of social activities designed based on residents’ current skills and interests. At Serenity Home Care II, they ensure everyone’s needs are met with utmost care and compassion.

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Ivy Park at Murrieta

27100 Clinton Keith Rd, Murrieta, CA 92562
Overview of Ivy Park at Murrieta

Ivy Park at Murrieta is a premier senior living community in the serene, suburban heart of Murrieta, California, offering various senior living options, including retirement living, assisted living, and memory care options. The community is thoughtfully designed to provide a secure and nurturing environment, featuring bright, spacious apartment homes and highly personalized lifestyle plans to ensure each resident receives the care they require.

Ivy Park at Murrieta is committed to providing residents with a lively and encouraging environment by combining compassionate care with interesting amenities like the Vine at Ivy restaurant,  indoor and outdoor lounge areas, a hydro spa, a full-service salon, and a state-of-the-art wellness and fitness center. A movie theater, restaurant, library, activity studio, and walking trails are among the extra features that guarantee residents plenty of opportunities for leisure and social interaction. The community also provides all-day dining, scheduled transportation, weekly housekeeping, medication management, and round-the-clock personal care support to ensure each resident lives a comfortable and well-supported life.

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Overview of Hillside View

Peacefully set in Laguna Hills, CA, Hillside View is a warm and inviting community for those needing support with their daily activities. The community helps residents maintain their independence through their comprehensive assisted living services, including personal care and medication management. Their team of kind and reliable caregivers is always available to attend to residents’ needs and regularly monitor their vital signs.

Here, residents receive personalized care plans to ensure they only pay for the services they need and best work for their well-being. The community also makes sure residents maintain healthy eating habits and proper nutrition by monitoring their diets and serving them health-conscious meals. Through compassionate and dedicated care, Hillside View allows residents to live their golden years without worry while being surrounded by genuine people.

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Fairweather Senior Facility

19343 Fairweather St, Canyon Country, CA 91351
Overview of Fairweather Senior Facility

Fairweather Senior Facility is a non-medical residential care community in Canyon Country, CA, that offers personal care for up to six older adults. With its intimate setting, residents are guaranteed to receive the utmost care and attention. Housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication management are also offered to ensure residents have a maintenance-free lifestyle. The community also doubles its efforts to improve residents’ quality of life with all-inclusive care.

Here, residents can meet new friends and live actively, accompanied by fun social events and light exercises. Cozy living spaces and lively gathering areas also provide residents with places to rest and interact with their peers. With its ideal location in a serene residential area, residents experience a stress-free retirement. This residential care community is one of the finest options for senior living in California, especially with its small and welcoming environment.

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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 1119 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.