Page 24 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. CH (Care Homes): Small licensed residential settings with personal care and supervision in a home-like environment. 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.
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.
ActivCare 4S Ranch
MC
AL
San Diego
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 116
Rank #724 / 1,021
A-No
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 56
Rank #272 / 1,105
11
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #109 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 12
Rank #416 / 974
78.3%
Facility 78.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #393 / 926
-Income Property Grp And Activcare Living Rac Dove Cnyn-
Silvergate Fallbrook Retirement
MC
AL
IL
Fallbrook
145
Facility 145
CA AVG 116
Rank #272 / 1,021
A+No
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 56
Rank #242 / 1,105
7
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #109 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 12
Rank #145 / 974
--Americare Health & Retirement Inc.,-
Pasadena Highlands
MC
AL
IL
Pasadena
245
Facility 245
CA AVG 116
Rank #71 / 1,021
B-Yes
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 56
Rank #154 / 1,105
31
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #750 / 956
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #799 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
86.5%
Facility 86.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #218 / 926
A-Wellquest 625 Pasadena LLC And Wellquest Living LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cottages at Palm Springs
MC
AL
IL
RC
Palm Springs
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 116
Rank #564 / 1,021
C+Yes
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 56
Rank #263 / 1,105
20
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #585 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 12
Rank #468 / 974
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #365 / 926
A+Pacifica Sl Palm Springs LLC And Palm Springs Mgr LLCStudio / 1 Bed
All Seasons | Residential Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
Orangevale
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
B-No
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 56
Rank #803 / 1,105
13
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #243 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #580 / 979
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 12
Rank #325 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
A+All Seasons, LLCPrivate Rooms
Fremont Hills
MC
AL
Fremont (Niles)
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 116
Rank #296 / 1,021
B-Yes
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 56
Rank #931 / 1,105
29
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #512 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 974
69.3%
Facility 69.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #575 / 926
A+Fremont Hills Sr. Housing And Integral Senior LivingStudio / 1 Bed
Sage Glendale
MC
AL
RC
Glendale (Pacific - Edison)
113
Facility 113
CA AVG 116
Rank #452 / 1,021
B-Yes
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 56
Rank #141 / 1,105
15
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #385 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
65.5%
Facility 65.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #675 / 926
CSage Glendale II LLC And Agemark Management LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Abounding Love III
MC
CH
Sacramento
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
B-Yes
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,039 / 1,105
5
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #172 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
A+Golden Residence Senior Care LLCStudio / Private / Semi-private Rooms
Magnolia Crossing Assisted Living
MC
AL
RC
Clovis
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 116
Rank #724 / 1,021
B-Yes
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 56
Rank #819 / 1,105
32
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #733 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 974
81.7%
Facility 81.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #338 / 926
A+Idls Sierra Avenue LLCStudio
Millbrae Paradise Retirement Home
MC
Millbrae
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
A+Yes
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 56
Rank #685 / 1,105
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 12
Rank #35 / 974
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #274 / 926
-Szb LLCPrivate Rooms

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ActivCare 4S Ranch

10603 Rancho Bernardo Rd, San Diego, CA 92127
Overview of ActivCare 4s Ranch

ActivCare 4s Ranch offers assisted living and memory care in San Diego, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management, while memory care provides a secured setting and supervision for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.

The community may be a good fit for someone whose cognitive needs call for supervised memory care alongside assisted living support. With 60 beds, it has room for 60 residents in total, and its Walk Score of 76 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Denise Notter serves as administrator, and Rac Dove Cnyn, Income Property Grp and Activcare Living operates the community.

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Overview of Silvergate Fallbrook Retirement

Silvergate Fallbrook Retirement offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Fallbrook, CA. Independent living gives residents a private home with community services but no daily care, while assisted living provides help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks while residents keep their own apartment. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having all three care types in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community has 145 beds and opened in 1990.

Chef-prepared meals made with fresh, wholesome ingredients are served in the dining rooms, and salon and spa services give residents access to on-site grooming and personal care. Local shuttle service covers trips in the surrounding area, while rehabilitation services provide therapy through the community. Silvergate Fallbrook Retirement is wheelchair accessible.

The area has a Walk Score of 79, classified as very walkable, so most errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Patricia A Martinez serves as the administrator, and Americare Health & Retirement operates the community.

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Overview of Pasadena Highlands

Pasadena Highlands is a luxurious retirement community in Pasadena, CA, that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Featuring thoughtfully furnished and upscale amenities, the community ensures older adults can feel at home during their stay. Nutritious meals, maintenance services, and scheduled transportation are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Understanding residents’ needs and habits, the community provides personalized care plans. 

Social events, exercises, and a variety of recreational opportunities ensure residents can live actively and make friends. Spacious outdoors and cozy rooms are also available for residents’ relaxation. Set in the lively residential area of Pasadena, near bus stops and restaurants, the community is easily accessible for families and visitors. This retirement community has a wide range of care options, making it one of the best choices for senior living in California. 

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Cottages at Palm Springs

1780 E Baristo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Overview of Cottages at Palm Springs

Cottages at Palm Springs offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Palm Springs, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains their own apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since the available settings can support a move without leaving the community. Cottages at Palm Springs has 95 beds. Housing options include studios and one bedroom residences: a studio provides one private space, while a one bedroom layout gives someone separate sleeping and living areas.

A Walk Score of 77 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Life enrichment includes daily yoga, bingo, ice cream socials, happy hour, off campus field trips, and celebrity tours, giving residents scheduled choices for exercise, games, social gatherings, and outings. Financial Planning is also offered as a specific program, and pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. Tammy Eddy serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by Pacifica Sl Palm Springs and Palm Springs Mgr.

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Overview of All Seasons | Residential Assisted Living

Beautifully set in the harmonious neighborhood of Orangevale, CA, All Seasons Residential Assisted Living is an award-winning community that offers a wide range of care options. These include memory care, stroke care, Parkinson’s care, hospice care, and respite care. With a compassionate and highly qualified team available 24/7, residents receive the utmost care and attention for their special needs.

Celebrate milestones and create meaningful moments with a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs for their enjoyment and wellness. Healthy meals are also important for residents’ well-being, so delightful and well-balanced dining options are served to meet their nutritional needs and preferences. Residents feel at ease with the community’s cozy amenities in a nurturing and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Fremont Hills

Fremont Hills, located in Fremont, CA, is a retirement community offering assisted living, memory care services, and short term care. They offer studio and one bedroom apartments featuring spacious living areas and kitchen, and private bathrooms. As part of their assisted living services, their residents are provided 24/7 associate support, expert care, and assistance with daily living activities as needed.

Additionally, residents are provided delicious meals and snacks which are prepared carefully according to their nutritional needs and dietary restrictions. Their rich array of amenities also provide entertainment and opportunities for socialization, such as their on-site salon and barbershop, craft room and piano lounge.

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Overview of Sage Glendale

Sage Glendale provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Glendale, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver is traveling or recovering. The range of assisted living and memory care may suit a resident whose care needs grow over time without leaving the community.

The community has 113 beds, with studio and one bedroom housing options. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet there.

Restaurant style dining provides meals in an on site dining setting, while the salon offers haircuts and styling and the fitness center gives residents a place to exercise. An in house theater is also available, and the area has a Walk Score of 86, meaning most errands can be done on foot so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Lindsay Schroeder serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Abounding Love III

Ideally situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Sacramento, CA, Abounding Love III is a dedicated community that specializes in memory care. For those with memory-related needs, a kind and specially trained team provides exceptional care around the clock to enhance their cognition. The community also handles the housekeeping and other daily living activities, providing more time to do the things they love.

Stimulating activities and enriching programs are also conducted for residents to create unforgettable moments with friends and gain meaningful experiences. Dining options are also carefully curated to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, transportation services, incontinence care, and non-ambulatory care are also provided for residents’ comfort and convenience. The community’s stress-free setting and welcoming spaces make it an enticing option for a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Magnolia Crossing Assisted Living

Magnolia Crossing Assisted Living offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Clovis, CA. In assisted living, a resident receives help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while living in a private studio. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers short stays when a family caregiver needs time to travel or recover.

The community has 60 beds and offers studio housing, giving each resident a single private living space. A Dementia Care program serves residents receiving memory care. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet in the community.

The combination of care types may be a good fit for a family seeking short term support or a community with multiple care levels as needs change. Magnolia Crossing Assisted Living is operated by Idls Sierra Avenue and administered by Constance Peters. The area has a Walk Score of 38 and is car dependent, meaning most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would need that transportation for errands.

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Overview of Millbrae Paradise Retirement Home

Millbrae Paradise Retirement Home provides memory care in Millbrae, California. The setting offers supervision in a secured environment for residents living with dementia, related disorders, or mild memory loss, making it potentially suitable for someone who needs that level of support.

There are six beds, so the community is small enough for staff and residents to become familiar with one another. Private rooms give each resident a single living space, and residents may bring a pet with them.

Millbrae Paradise Retirement Home opened in 1991, with Sophia Chen serving as administrator and Szb operating the community. A Walk Score of 51 indicates that the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. The community is administered in a small setting focused on memory care for older adults with memory related needs.

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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.