Page 3 of Best Memory Care in California

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,125 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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.
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.
Vista Del Monte Retirement Community
MC
AL
IL
Santa Barbara (Hidden Valley)
266
Facility 266
CA AVG 116
Rank #54 / 1,021
Yes
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 56
Rank #987 / 1,105
A-9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #172 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #298 / 979
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 973
75.6%
Facility 75.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #452 / 925
A+Walgenbach, Brian & Gill, DougStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Peninsula Del Rey
MC
AL
IL
Daly City
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 116
Rank #238 / 1,021
Yes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 56
Rank #271 / 1,105
A17
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #534 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 12
Rank #245 / 973
70.7%
Facility 70.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #544 / 925
A+Pdr Subtenant LLC, Srg Califorina Mgmt LLCSuite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Valley Comfort
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Modesto
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 116
Rank #585 / 1,021
No
53
Facility 53
CA AVG 56
Rank #659 / 1,105
A+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 / 973
68.5%
Facility 68.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #592 / 925
A+Glenda And Dale GaitherStudio / Semi-Private Rooms
Inspirations Home Care II
MC
AL
HC
Corona
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
No
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 56
Rank #762 / 1,105
A-5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #298 / 979
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 973
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 925
A+Noelia GarciaPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Raya’s Paradise, Inc IV
MC
HOS
West Hollywood (Central La)
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 116
Rank #858 / 1,021
No
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 56
Rank #51 / 1,105
A-17
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #172 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 12
Rank #35 / 973
54.5%
Facility 54.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #805 / 925
A+Raya's Paradise, IncPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Avista Senior Living Magnolia
MC
AL
RC
Corona (Corona Spectrum)
180
Facility 180
CA AVG 116
Rank #145 / 1,021
Yes
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 56
Rank #549 / 1,105
A+6
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #244 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 973
57.2%
Facility 57.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #783 / 925
A+Vista Corona Senior Living IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Inspirations Home Care VII
MC
AL
HC
Corona
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
No
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 56
Rank #852 / 1,105
B-4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 973
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #274 / 925
A+Inspirations Home Care IV LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
BayView Senior Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
RC
San Diego (Point Loma)
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 116
Rank #850 / 1,021
No
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 56
Rank #153 / 1,105
A8
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 #295 / 973
76.5%
Facility 76.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #435 / 925
A+Bvsal, LLCPrivate Rooms
Ayres Residential Care Home West Los Angeles
MC
AL
RESC
Los Angeles (Rancho Park)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
Yes
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 56
Rank #241 / 1,105
A+5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 12
Rank #75 / 973
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 925
-Michael Gabai1 Bed
Westmont of Culver City
MC
AL
IL
Culver City (Clarkdale)
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 116
Rank #203 / 1,021
Yes
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 56
Rank #78 / 1,105
A-8
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 12
Rank #836 / 973
90.6%
Facility 90.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #168 / 925
-Westmont Liv Inc, Wm Culver City Mgr, And Gp Culver CityStudio / 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 1,125 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Inspirations Home Care II

Peacefully situated in the harmonious residential area of Cottage Drive, Corona, CA, Inspirations Home Care is a vibrant community that offers assisted living. The community is dedicated to providing top-tier care for up to six residents, ensuring they have the finest retirement experience with its cozy and quaint setting. A compassionate and highly skilled team cares for residents’ daily living activities, household responsibilities, and other health needs for a comfortable and worry-free lifestyle.

Promoting a bright and friendly environment, the community conducts various activities tailored to residents’ enjoyment and wellness. Accommodating special diets, healthy and delicious meals are served for a delightful dining experience that satisfies dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those who need assistance in living day-to-day activities while retaining their independence to do the things they love, especially with its dedicated care and top-notch amenities.

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Overview of Avista Senior Living Magnolia

Avista Senior Living Magnolia is ranked as the exceptional assisted living home in Corona, offering services that are best in its class, brought by the premier level of care entrusted to residents. The resort-style living offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build a mutual level of trust with each other.

The lifestyle at Avista is focused on ensuring that each cultivates their growth by immersing themselves in fun, social, purposeful, and stress-free living. Accommodations include well-thought-of amenities, including walk-in closets, an elegant dining room,  common areas, walking paths, and kitchens; services include meals, activities, cultural events, and scheduled transportation.

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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.

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Overview of Ayres Residential Care Home West Los Angeles

Located in the neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA, Ayres Residential Care Home West Los Angeles is an intimate senior living community, offering excellent assisted living services. Here, residents are empowered to continue living the lifestyle they want while benefiting from personalized care and a high caregiver-to-resident ratio for focused and attentive support. The community offers cozy living spaces designed to foster a home-like environment that gives residents utmost comfort and safety.

Dedicated to helping its residents live a vibrant and active lifestyle, the community regularly conducts various activities and offers stimulating and educational programs that nurture residents’ overall well-being. A culinary team carefully prepares delicious, home-style meals that are curated based on individual dietary requirements, giving residents a delightful experience. Here, residents are guaranteed the lifestyle they want and deserve with all the support, care, and opportunities they need to thrive.

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Overview of Inspirations Home Care VII

Conveniently located near serene parks and churches in Chestnut Cir, Corona, CA, Inspirations Home Care is a one-of-a-kind community that offers assisted living. With its dedication to providing the highest quality of care and assistance, residents are guaranteed to live comfortably with an experienced and highly skilled team attending to their unique needs. Delivering care for over 20 years, the community ensures the finest retirement experience.

Promoting an active and well-connected lifestyle, the community conducts enriching activities and fun programs tailored to residents’ leisure and wellness. Delight with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. The community strives to promote a vibrant and inviting environment for residents to spend their golden years without worries.

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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.

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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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Raya’s Paradise, Inc IV

1156 North Gardner Street, West Hollywood, CA 90046
Overview of Raya’s Paradise, Inc IV

Nestled in the harmonious neighborhood of North Gardner Street, Los Angeles, CA, Raya’s Paradise Inc. IV is a one-of-a-kind community that provides residential care. With a variety of specially designed and cozy residences, the community strives to meet the needs of up to 11 residents. Thrive and live life to the fullest with the community’s top-tier care and support, ensuring the finest retirement experience.

A robust slate of life-enriching activities that focuses on their interests and strengths, fostering social connection and belongingness. Here, residents have a delectable dining experience with healthy and delightful home-cooked meals satisfying their dietary needs and tastes. The community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, ideal for those looking to enjoy their best years without hassles.

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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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Overview of Westmont of Culver City

Nestled in the neighborhood of Culver City, CA, Westmont of Culver City is a warm and welcoming senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options. Residents are offered their preferred accommodations with convenient features like full kitchens, emergency response systems, and housekeeping services for their comfort and convenience. Ensuring residents are well-cared for, the community provides the right amount of care and support without interfering with their independence.

Residents enjoy an array of amenities, including a bistro, fitness center, and theater, while a wide array of activities are organized to keep them active and entertained. The community also offers restaurant-style dining featuring healthy and delicious meals to ensure residents eat healthily. At Westmont of Culver City, residents have access to the necessities they need to stay comfortable.

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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 1125 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.