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Best Memory Care in California

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 2,088 homes in California

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and California Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Compare Memory Care around California The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

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GlenBrook Health Center
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Carlsbad
155No 57 42021 73.7% -Glenbrook Hc Llc/Life Services Llc-
OakView Health Center
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Thousand Oaks
96No 20 44218 82.5% A+Oakview Hc LlcPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Oakmont of Brookside
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Stockton (Brookside)
81Yes 46 41284 95.1% -Oakmont Senior Living Of Brookside Opco, Llc AndStudio / Suite / 1 Bed
Ivy Park at Claremont
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Claremont
81Yes 14 1411 72.8% -Transformer Opco Llc;Oakmont Mangement Group LlcStudio / 1 Bed
Ivy Park at La Palma
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

La Palma
80Yes 61 1011 87.5% -Transformer Opco Llc;Oakmont Management Group LlcStudio / 1 Bed
Reata Glen
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Mission Viejo
840No 2 4006 79.0% B-Reat Glen Orange County Ccrc1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Sunrise of San Mateo
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

San Mateo (Central San Mateo)
85Yes 88 33224 82.4% -Szr San Mateo Llc; Sunrise Senior Living MgtStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Town & Country
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Santa Ana (East Memory Lane)
213No 67 326450 32.9% A+Christian And Missionary Alliance-
Ivy Park at Alta Loma
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Rancho Cucamonga (Alta Loma)
77Yes 75 1111 79.2% A+Transformer Opco Llc;Oakmont Management Group LlcStudio / 1 Bed
Silverado Thousand Oaks Memory Care Community
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Thousand Oaks (Warwick Avenue)
82Yes 72 418145 52.4% -Silverado Thousand Oaks Llc;Silverado Sr Lvng MgmtPrivate Rooms
MorningStar Memory Care at San Tomas
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

San Jose (West Valley)
82Yes 59 21472 32.9% -West Valley Mc,Llc; Oakmont Management Group LlcStudio / Shared Studio
The Watermark at Almaden
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

San Jose (Erikson)
240Yes 82 51745 68.8% -Us Alliance Holden Of San Jose Tentant;WatermarkStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Regency Palms Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Long Beach (Downtown)
91No 96 583117 78.0% -Global Regency Snr Care Svcs,LlcStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakmont of Mariner Point
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Alameda (Mariner Square Drive)
80No 74 3714 53.8% -Oakmont Senior Living Of Mariner Opco, Llc And OakStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Silverado Brea Memory Care Community
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Brea (Downtown Brea)
70Yes 67 4846 61.4% -Silverado Brea Llc; Silverado Senior Living MgtPrivate Rooms
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Spend your golden years like a lifetime vacation with the exceptional senior living community of Las Villas Del Norte set in the stunning Las Villas Way, Escondido, CA, that provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Featuring a wide selection of meticulously designed and sophisticated floor plans including private and shared suites, studios, and one-bedroom apartments, the community promises comfort and security like no other.

Experience the warm and welcoming environment of the community and maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle through engaging activities. Dining is an experience with delectable and healthy meals catering to nutritional requirements and preferences. Las Villas Del Norte is a good place for seniors to live their best years with its quaint campus surrounded by tranquil spaces and a friendly neighborhood.

Overview of Las Villas Del Norte

Spend your golden years like a lifetime vacation with the exceptional senior living community of Las Villas Del Norte set in the stunning Las Villas Way, Escondido, CA, that provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Featuring a wide selection of meticulously designed and sophisticated floor plans including private and shared suites, studios, and one-bedroom apartments, the community promises comfort and security like no other.

Experience the warm and welcoming environment of the community and maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle through engaging activities. Dining is an experience with delectable and healthy meals catering to nutritional requirements and preferences. Las Villas Del Norte is a good place for seniors to live their best years with its quaint campus surrounded by tranquil spaces and a friendly neighborhood.

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 200 / 250 / 250-295 / 336 / 475 sq. ft

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Live in opulence with the blissful senior living community of Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen settled in the harmonious neighborhood of Curci Drive, San Jose, CA, providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Featuring a wide array of cozy and elegant residences including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, seniors experience optimum comfort and security. The community aims to improve seniors’ well-being with a kind and compassionate team handling their needs and aspirations to live with confidence and achieve their full potential.

Participate in engaging programs and pamper yourself within the stunning and serene spaces of Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen. Remain actively connected with your surroundings and maximize your freedom by doing what you love. With healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences, seniors have a delightful dining experience any time of the day. Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen strives to provide a safe place for seniors to live a wondrous retirement without worries.

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen

Live in opulence with the blissful senior living community of Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen settled in the harmonious neighborhood of Curci Drive, San Jose, CA, providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Featuring a wide array of cozy and elegant residences including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, seniors experience optimum comfort and security. The community aims to improve seniors’ well-being with a kind and compassionate team handling their needs and aspirations to live with confidence and achieve their full potential.

Participate in engaging programs and pamper yourself within the stunning and serene spaces of Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen. Remain actively connected with your surroundings and maximize your freedom by doing what you love. With healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences, seniors have a delightful dining experience any time of the day. Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen strives to provide a safe place for seniors to live a wondrous retirement without worries.

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 433 / 638 / 957 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Situated in the scenic lands of West Ranch View Drive, Rocklin, CA, The Pines, a Merrill Gardens Community is an outstanding senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Maximize comfort and safety with the carefully designed and spacious studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences of The Pines, a Merrill Gardens Community. With a kind and dedicated team lending extra hands 24/7, the community ensures seniors’ unique needs and aspirations are well-cared for.

Create meaningful interactions with friends and hone your skills through fun activities for an enhanced quality of life. Have the finest dining experience with well-balanced meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. The Pines, a Merrill Gardens Community strives to provide a haven for seniors who want to have the freedom to live as they prefer.

Overview of The Pines, a Merrill Gardens Community

Situated in the scenic lands of West Ranch View Drive, Rocklin, CA, The Pines, a Merrill Gardens Community is an outstanding senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Maximize comfort and safety with the carefully designed and spacious studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences of The Pines, a Merrill Gardens Community. With a kind and dedicated team lending extra hands 24/7, the community ensures seniors’ unique needs and aspirations are well-cared for.

Create meaningful interactions with friends and hone your skills through fun activities for an enhanced quality of life. Have the finest dining experience with well-balanced meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. The Pines, a Merrill Gardens Community strives to provide a haven for seniors who want to have the freedom to live as they prefer.

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 249-322 / 337-417 / 340-473 / 475-557 / 642-909 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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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.

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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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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The Ivy at Golden Gate

1601 19th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94122

With the seniors’ welfare in mind, the Ivy at Golden Gate located at the serene neighborhood of 19th Avenue, San Francisco, CA is an ideal senior living community that offers a spectrum of living options including assisted living, retirement living, and memory care. Offering cozy and spacious floor plans including private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, alongside its signature Evergreen at Ivy neighborhood private and companion suites, the community ensures comfort and security. Experience round-the-clock care and assistance with a team of kind, compassionate, and highly skilled professionals within the premises of the community.

The Ivy at Golden Gate focuses on the welfare of its residents, employing its exclusive Whole Living Approach and EverYou Program that delivers personalized care and maximizes comfort. Residents experience an active and engaged lifestyle that acknowledges their independence while encouraging them to interact with the community. With meticulously prepared healthy meals, seniors enjoy all-day dining. Amenities include an activities studio, a media room, a technology center, an art studio, bistro, a library, a fitness center, aesthetically landscaped grounds and flower gardens, and peaceful indoor and outdoor lounges.

Overview of The Ivy at Golden Gate

With the seniors’ welfare in mind, the Ivy at Golden Gate located at the serene neighborhood of 19th Avenue, San Francisco, CA is an ideal senior living community that offers a spectrum of living options including assisted living, retirement living, and memory care. Offering cozy and spacious floor plans including private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, alongside its signature Evergreen at Ivy neighborhood private and companion suites, the community ensures comfort and security. Experience round-the-clock care and assistance with a team of kind, compassionate, and highly skilled professionals within the premises of the community.

The Ivy at Golden Gate focuses on the welfare of its residents, employing its exclusive Whole Living Approach and EverYou Program that delivers personalized care and maximizes comfort. Residents experience an active and engaged lifestyle that acknowledges their independence while encouraging them to interact with the community. With meticulously prepared healthy meals, seniors enjoy all-day dining. Amenities include an activities studio, a media room, a technology center, an art studio, bistro, a library, a fitness center, aesthetically landscaped grounds and flower gardens, and peaceful indoor and outdoor lounges.

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Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Providing top-tier for over two decades, Morningstar of Hayward located in Russell Way, Hayward, CA, is a paradisal senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Live a comfortable and safe retirement with 227 elegant and cozy suites. Taking pride in a respectful and highly-trained team, the community provides 24-hour exceptional care and assistance to meet seniors’ special needs and aspirations.

Meet people with the same interests and discover new endeavors with various fun activities and enrichment programs conducted for enjoyment and wellness. The community strives to enhance residents’ well-being serving them with healthy and tasty meals for dietary requirements and tastes. With its well-lit and spacious amenities and warmhearted people, seniors enjoy a restful retirement in Morningstar of Hayward.

Overview of Morningstar of Hayward

Providing top-tier for over two decades, Morningstar of Hayward located in Russell Way, Hayward, CA, is a paradisal senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Live a comfortable and safe retirement with 227 elegant and cozy suites. Taking pride in a respectful and highly-trained team, the community provides 24-hour exceptional care and assistance to meet seniors’ special needs and aspirations.

Meet people with the same interests and discover new endeavors with various fun activities and enrichment programs conducted for enjoyment and wellness. The community strives to enhance residents’ well-being serving them with healthy and tasty meals for dietary requirements and tastes. With its well-lit and spacious amenities and warmhearted people, seniors enjoy a restful retirement in Morningstar of Hayward.

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Tucked away in the charming community of Brentwood, CA, Merrill Gardens at Brentwood is a warm and inviting senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care in a setting surrounded by a rich history of agriculture and farming. The community features spacious apartments, beautiful common areas, and numerous amenities. Seniors will love the vibrant atmosphere, participating in enriching activities curated by the Active Living Program Director, ensuring there’s always something fun and engaging to do.

Merrill Gardens at Brentwood is dedicated to providing a fulfilling and comfortable lifestyle for its residents. The community aims to cater to the desires of its residents with amenities like a library, salon, courtyard, swimming pool, and a bistro and wine bar. The community also offers 24-hour support, a resident call system, transportation options, anytime dining, and on-site maintenance, ensuring all needs are met with care and attention.

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Brentwood

Tucked away in the charming community of Brentwood, CA, Merrill Gardens at Brentwood is a warm and inviting senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care in a setting surrounded by a rich history of agriculture and farming. The community features spacious apartments, beautiful common areas, and numerous amenities. Seniors will love the vibrant atmosphere, participating in enriching activities curated by the Active Living Program Director, ensuring there’s always something fun and engaging to do.

Merrill Gardens at Brentwood is dedicated to providing a fulfilling and comfortable lifestyle for its residents. The community aims to cater to the desires of its residents with amenities like a library, salon, courtyard, swimming pool, and a bistro and wine bar. The community also offers 24-hour support, a resident call system, transportation options, anytime dining, and on-site maintenance, ensuring all needs are met with care and attention.

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 379 / 435 / 490 / 520 / 571 / 665 / 750 / 975 /1130 sq. ft

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The Ivy at Blue Oaks

275 Roseville Parkway, Roseville, CA 95678

With high ceilings and spacious grounds, the Ivy at Blue Oaks sits as an ideal senior living community in Roseville Parkway Roseville, CA providing assisted living, memory care, and retirement living. The community features a variety of cozy and elegant floor plans including private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites. Keeping seniors inspired and fulfilled, the Ivy at Blue Oaks provides social activities and educational programs.

The Ivy at Blue Oaks commits to delivering top-tier care and support around the clock for its residents’ comfort and safety. With the community’s restaurant-style dining, residents enjoy healthy and delicious meals. Amenities include a full-service bistro and lounge, a bar and lounge, a salon, an activity room, a fitness and wellness center, a movie theater, and serene courtyard and walking paths.

Overview of The Ivy at Blue Oaks

With high ceilings and spacious grounds, the Ivy at Blue Oaks sits as an ideal senior living community in Roseville Parkway Roseville, CA providing assisted living, memory care, and retirement living. The community features a variety of cozy and elegant floor plans including private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites. Keeping seniors inspired and fulfilled, the Ivy at Blue Oaks provides social activities and educational programs.

The Ivy at Blue Oaks commits to delivering top-tier care and support around the clock for its residents’ comfort and safety. With the community’s restaurant-style dining, residents enjoy healthy and delicious meals. Amenities include a full-service bistro and lounge, a bar and lounge, a salon, an activity room, a fitness and wellness center, a movie theater, and serene courtyard and walking paths.

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Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 400 / 460 / 480 / 790 / 1140 / 1255 sq. ft

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Ivy Park at San Ramon

9199 Fircrest Ln, San Ramon, CA 94583

Ivy Park at San Ramon is a remarkable senior living community located at Fircrest Ln, San Ramon, CA that provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features spacious and well-designed floor plans including private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Ensuring the comfort and safety of its residents, Ivy Park at San Ramon delivers 24-hour care and assistance tailored to their needs and desires.

The community promotes a vibrant community, providing seniors with social and educational programs to keep them connected and entertained. With its exclusive EverYou program, residents enjoy a fulfilling life with guidance from a team of kind and dedicated professionals. Catering to its residents’ dietary needs and preferences, the community serves healthy and delicious meals all day. Ivy Park at San Ramon is equipped with fabulous amenities including a fitness center, an activities studio, a bistro, a library, a game room, a full-service salon, a hydro spa, ethereal gardens, and elegant indoor and scenic outdoor lounge areas to keep the residents active and connected.

Overview of Ivy Park at San Ramon

Ivy Park at San Ramon is a remarkable senior living community located at Fircrest Ln, San Ramon, CA that provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features spacious and well-designed floor plans including private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Ensuring the comfort and safety of its residents, Ivy Park at San Ramon delivers 24-hour care and assistance tailored to their needs and desires.

The community promotes a vibrant community, providing seniors with social and educational programs to keep them connected and entertained. With its exclusive EverYou program, residents enjoy a fulfilling life with guidance from a team of kind and dedicated professionals. Catering to its residents’ dietary needs and preferences, the community serves healthy and delicious meals all day. Ivy Park at San Ramon is equipped with fabulous amenities including a fitness center, an activities studio, a bistro, a library, a game room, a full-service salon, a hydro spa, ethereal gardens, and elegant indoor and scenic outdoor lounge areas to keep the residents active and connected.

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Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 259 / 290 / 381 / 439 / 584 / 669 / 736 sq. ft

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Situated at the quiet Prospect Road, San Jose, CA, Villa Fontana is an extraordinary senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and hospice care. The community provides private apartments with private baths, inclusive of thermostat controls and wall-to-wall carpeting. As a family-run senior living community, Villa Fontana strives to provide a warm and home-like environment for seniors, delivering 24-hour care and assistance from well-trained caregivers. 

Villa Fontana forges meaningful connections among the community and its residents, conducting earning opportunities, group outings, and other activities, Moreover, the community promotes a healthy and vibrant environment for its residents, providing them with scheduled shopping and leisure rides. Moreover, the community serves nutritious and delicious meals to satisfy the seniors’ dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a cozy library, an ice cream parlor, a spacious lounge, a variety of hobby areas, and a peaceful courtyard for the seniors’ leisure and wellness.

Overview of Villa Fontana

Situated at the quiet Prospect Road, San Jose, CA, Villa Fontana is an extraordinary senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and hospice care. The community provides private apartments with private baths, inclusive of thermostat controls and wall-to-wall carpeting. As a family-run senior living community, Villa Fontana strives to provide a warm and home-like environment for seniors, delivering 24-hour care and assistance from well-trained caregivers. 

Villa Fontana forges meaningful connections among the community and its residents, conducting earning opportunities, group outings, and other activities, Moreover, the community promotes a healthy and vibrant environment for its residents, providing them with scheduled shopping and leisure rides. Moreover, the community serves nutritious and delicious meals to satisfy the seniors’ dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a cozy library, an ice cream parlor, a spacious lounge, a variety of hobby areas, and a peaceful courtyard for the seniors’ leisure and wellness.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Apartments

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Building Type: 2-story

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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence. Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.

An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:

  • Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
  • Website quality and digital trust indicators
  • Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)

These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.

Balancing Additional Factors

The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including: walkability and local accessibility, estimated property value, and pricing information.

These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.

The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.

Who we are

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.