Page 2 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. 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. 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.
Valley Comfort
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Modesto
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 116
Rank #585 / 1,021
A+No
53
Facility 53
CA AVG 56
Rank #661 / 1,105
8
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #109 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 12
Rank #126 / 974
68.5%
Facility 68.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #592 / 926
A+Glenda And Dale GaitherStudio / Semi-Private Rooms
Walnut Valley Senior Living
MC
AL
Walnut
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 116
Rank #401 / 1,021
A+No
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 56
Rank #324 / 1,105
11
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #294 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
70.8%
Facility 70.8%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #541 / 926
A+Walnut Acquisition LLC And Walnut Silver Town, IncStudio / 1 Bed
Peninsula Del Rey
MC
AL
IL
Daly City
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 116
Rank #238 / 1,021
AYes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 56
Rank #272 / 1,105
17
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #535 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 12
Rank #245 / 974
70.7%
Facility 70.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #544 / 926
A+Pdr Subtenant LLC, Srg Califorina Mgmt LLCSuite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
BayView Senior Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
RC
San Diego (Point Loma)
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 116
Rank #850 / 1,021
ANo
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 56
Rank #154 / 1,105
8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #172 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 12
Rank #294 / 974
76.5%
Facility 76.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #435 / 926
A+Bvsal, LLCPrivate Rooms
Sunrise of Westlake Village
MC
AL
Thousand Oaks
124
Facility 124
CA AVG 116
Rank #384 / 1,021
AYes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 56
Rank #305 / 1,105
8
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #243 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 12
Rank #213 / 974
70.2%
Facility 70.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #555 / 926
A+Szr Westlake Village And Sunrise Senior Living MgtStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Heritage House
MC
AL
Santa Barbara (Goleta)
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 116
Rank #690 / 1,021
A+No
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 56
Rank #421 / 1,105
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 12
Rank #189 / 974
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #234 / 926
-Heritage House GroupPrivate Rooms
Forever Young Memory Care
MC
AL
Santa Ana
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
A+No
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 56
Rank #819 / 1,105
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 12
Rank #416 / 974
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #274 / 926
A+Forever Young Senior LivingPrivate Rooms
Blossom Vale Senior Living
MC
AL
Orangevale
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 116
Rank #401 / 1,021
A+Yes
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 56
Rank #324 / 1,105
10
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #343 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 12
Rank #837 / 974
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #173 / 926
C-Orangevale Sh LLC And Integral Senior Living Et AlStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Inspirations Home Care II
MC
AL
HC
Corona
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
A-No
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 56
Rank #764 / 1,105
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
A+Noelia GarciaPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Vista Del Monte Retirement Community
MC
AL
IL
Santa Barbara (Hidden Valley)
266
Facility 266
CA AVG 116
Rank #54 / 1,021
A-Yes
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 56
Rank #989 / 1,105
9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #172 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 974
75.6%
Facility 75.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #452 / 926
A+Walgenbach, Brian & Gill, DougStudio / 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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Valley Comfort

2809 Lou Ann Dr, Modesto, CA 95350
Overview of Valley Comfort

Owned by Glenda and Dale Gaither, Valley Comfort is an assisted living and memory care community in Modesto, California, in Stanislaus County. Nick Gaither serves as the administrator. The single-story community has 92 beds, offers studio and semi-private rooms, and has been serving residents for 27 years. It includes 44 assisted living beds and 48 secured memory care beds. Families can choose between traditional assisted living and a dedicated memory care setting in the same community. Valley Comfort also provides hospice care and respite care.

Residents receive support from caregivers who are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Daily housekeeping and personal laundry services are included, so residents have more time enjoying daily life. Three meals and snacks are served each day. Residents can also enjoy live entertainment, social and recreational activities, and exercise programs that help them stay active and engaged. Beauty services and transportation are also available.

The community has a current occupancy rate of about 69%, with 63 of its 92 beds occupied. The area has a Walk Score of 53, which is moderately walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, but other trips require a short drive.

State inspections have found Valley Comfort meeting California’s health and safety standards in areas such as medication management and fire safety. A complaint investigation also ended without any substantiated findings. Together, these results point to a community with a consistent regulatory record.

Families considering Valley Comfort may ask how the assisted living and memory care neighborhoods work together because both are located within the same 92-bed community.

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Overview of Walnut Valley Senior Living

Assisted living and memory care are the two things Walnut Valley Senior Living is licensed to do in Walnut, CA. On the assisted living side, dressing, bathing, and medication get help, and the apartment remains private.

Memory care is the secured level, supervised throughout, for a resident whose wandering has turned into a risk. Moving from one to the other does not mean moving out.

A bed count of 120 stands behind that, with one-bedroom as the housing option named. Donghyun Moon administers the community, and the operators are Walnut Acquisition LLC and Walnut Silver Town, Inc.

Seventy-three is the Walk Score, which is very walkable, so most errands can be handled on foot. Somebody who has stopped driving still gets out alone.

Contact Walnut Valley Senior Living

Overview of Peninsula Del Rey

Peninsula Del Rey offers luxury independent living and assisted living options. Its atmosphere is filled with genuine staff that provides unparalleled hospitality– the driving force of the senior home and SRG service. Families can rest easy knowing their loved ones are being prioritized, seen, and understood in a new community they can call home. Peninsula Del Rey in Daly City is about creating connections and providing engaging experiences among community members.
As an upscale community that aims to create a vibrant and innovative senior living facility, seniors can immerse themselves in exclusive specialized programs such as the Zest™ Wellness, Dine Your Way™, and SyneRGy™. These special programs focus on each resident’s wellness, health, and social aspects. The program services and the comprehensive amenities are offered to nurture seniors’ holistic wellness.

Starting Price $6,295/Month

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Overview of BayView Senior Assisted Living

BayView is a community that provides assisted living services, but also specializes in memory care for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. They aim to provide compassionate support and to improve the overall well-being of their residents. The team of this community continues to provide genuine and authentic care for all their residents.

The community was designed to please the residents both visually and physically. It offers a spacious environment with luxurious designs and an overall comfy and homey atmosphere. The residents can also enjoy a wide variety of activities during their stay, most of which are conducted through the use of different amenities throughout the community.

$4,000/Month

Contact BayView Senior Assisted Living

Overview of Sunrise of Westlake Village

Located in Thousand Oaks, Sunrise of Westlake Village offers a warm and close-knit community for seniors needing Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short-Term Stays. The community prides itself on providing a supportive environment where residents can enjoy a variety of activities and amenities. From live entertainment and bocce ball to current event discussions and daily exercise classes, there’s always something to do. The beautiful walking path offers a perfect spot for nature lovers. Daily socials with delicious appetizers and refreshing beverages in the bistro add to the community’s vibrant atmosphere.

Sunrise of Westlake Village is dedicated to creating a secure and enjoyable environment where seniors can thrive, with the help of dedicated caregivers, culinary leaders, and housekeeping teams that ensure residents feel at home. The community offers customized plans to meet each resident’s unique needs, facilitating a range of on-site activities and local excursions. With home-cooked meals served restaurant-style in the dining room and a variety of floor plans available, Sunrise of Westlake Village provides a comfortable and engaging living experience for all its residents.

Starting Price $6,400/Month

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Heritage House

5200 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Overview of Heritage House

Operating since 2002, Heritage House offers assisted living and memory care in Santa Barbara, California. Residents receive support for daily tasks, including bathing and medication. Specialized care is also provided in a supervised environment for residents with memory-related conditions.

The community has 68 beds, with 85% occupancy. Private rooms are also available in a two-story setting. Moreover, fitness and recreation programs promote social interactions and help residents stay active.

Meanwhile, the area has a Walk Score of 67 and is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be handled on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently. Alejandra Nunez serves as the administrator, and Heritage House Group operates the community.

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Overview of Forever Young Memory Care

Living with Alzheimer’s and dementia is a unique set of challenges to daily living, but, with Forever Young, memory care services espouse purposeful living and compassionate care. To provide the best experience, a warm and professional staff gets to know each resident, their unique personalities, history, to personalize the ideal care plan.

At Forever Young, residents receive the full range of assistance daily, including three nutritious meals, grooming, and physician visits. Stimulating activities are also conducted to make your new life at this memory care home a comfortable experience such as gardening, bird feeding at Forever Young’s custom aviary, ice cream socials, music therapy and more.

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Overview of Blossom Vale Senior Living

Blossom Vale Senior Living is an assisted living and memory care community in Orangevale, California. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Two care levels are available here. A resident whose needs grow over time may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community, which may make Blossom Vale a good fit for someone who could eventually need memory care. The community has 120 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments; the two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together.

The starting monthly price is $2,895, giving families an initial figure for budgeting. Danielle Morris serves as administrator, and the community is operated by Orangevale Sh LLC and Integral Senior Living Et Al. A Walk Score of 73 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet at the community. A salon and spa provide an on-site place for personal grooming. Outdoor dining, a fire pit, a courtyard, and a garden give residents places for meals and time outside, while Elevate® Dining offers restaurant-style dining. Vibrant Life® and the resident-inspired social calendar include leisure, educational, and social activities, and scheduled local transportation is available for local trips.

Starting Price $2,895/Month

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Overview of Inspirations Home Care II

Inspirations Home Care II provides assisted living, home care, and memory care in Corona, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and taking medication while a resident lives in a private or shared room. Home care supports a resident with services in their own home, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

With six beds, Inspirations Home Care II is a small community where staff and residents can get to know one another. Housing includes private and shared rooms, so a resident can live alone or share a room. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs memory care in a small setting.

The area has a Walk Score of 44, making it car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. Noelia Garcia serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Vista Del Monte Retirement Community

Vista Del Monte is a cozy, comfortable, and oasis-like home with quality service. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services, residents continue to maintain their individuality. Vista Del Monte is undeniably a place where seniors belong to live on their terms. Seniors will discover an elevated lifestyle in its elegant and gracious approach to modern-day senior living.

As a member of the Front Porch group, a not-for-profit organization, it provides philanthropic support for its seniors to gain a wonderful experience during their stay. They also offer their exclusive Humanly Possible® program that focuses on the holistic wellness of its residents in a positive, person-centered approach to individual growth.

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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.