Page 30 of Best Memory Care in California

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,119 memory care providers in CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in CA
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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Raya’s Paradise, Inc I
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Los Angeles (Fairfax)
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 116
Rank #858 / 1,021
No
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 56
Rank #52 / 1,105
B+18
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #294 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 12
Rank #507 / 974
63.6%
Facility 63.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #701 / 926
Raya's Paradise IncPrivate Rooms
Ivy Park at Palos Verdes
MC
AL
Torrance (Riviera)
115
Facility 115
CA AVG 116
Rank #442 / 1,021
Yes
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 56
Rank #528 / 1,105
A-12
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #471 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 12
Rank #837 / 974
64.3%
Facility 64.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #685 / 926
Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed
Sunrise at Canyon Crest
MC
AL
Riverside (Canyon Crest)
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 116
Rank #605 / 1,021
Yes
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 56
Rank #774 / 1,105
A-13
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #471 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 12
Rank #126 / 974
26.1%
Facility 26.1%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #925 / 926
Szr Riverside Assisted Lvg And Sunrise Senior Lvg MgtStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Point at Rockridge Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Oakland (Rockridge)
186
Facility 186
CA AVG 116
Rank #133 / 1,021
Yes
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 56
Rank #26 / 1,105
B+54
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 956
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #717 / 979
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 12
Rank #213 / 974
61.3%
Facility 61.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #739 / 926
Ag-Acp Rockridge Trs LLC And Integral Snr Lvg Mgmt LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Ivy Park at Walnut Creek
MC
AL
Walnut Creek
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 116
Rank #614 / 1,021
Yes
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 56
Rank #699 / 1,105
A-11
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #385 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 12
Rank #837 / 974
83.7%
Facility 83.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #268 / 926
Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Whispering Winds of Apple Valley
MC
AL
RC
Apple Valley
116
Facility 116
CA AVG 116
Rank #436 / 1,021
Yes
52
Facility 52
CA AVG 56
Rank #673 / 1,105
A-14
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #436 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 12
Rank #507 / 974
83.6%
Facility 83.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #270 / 926
Welltower Pegasus Tenant LLC And Psl Associates LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunol Creek Memory Care
MC
RC
Pleasanton
46
Facility 46
CA AVG 116
Rank #784 / 1,021
No
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 56
Rank #721 / 1,105
B+24
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #343 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 12
Rank #354 / 974
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #242 / 926
Pri Sunol LLC And Agemark Management LLCPrivate Rooms
Foothills Senior Care
MC
AL
HOS
RESC
Roseville (Woodcreek Oaks)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
No
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 56
Rank #989 / 1,105
A-8
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #109 / 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
Foothills Care, Inc-
Beyond a Home LLC
MC
AL
HOS
RESC
RC
Lancaster
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
No
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 56
Rank #969 / 1,105
B+9
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #294 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 12
Rank #710 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
Beyond A Home LLCPrivate Suite
CityView
MC
AL
IL
Los Angeles (Fairfax)
166
Facility 166
CA AVG 116
Rank #190 / 1,021
No
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 56
Rank #35 / 1,105
B+37
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #843 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 12
Rank #507 / 974
72.3%
Facility 72.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #512 / 926
City View La, LLCStudio / 1 Bed

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Overview of Atria Covell Gardens

Thoughtfully designed for comfort and connection, Atria Covell Gardens is an excellent senior living community located in Davis, CA. The community offers a range of senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, tailored to meet various levels of care. Residents can enjoy an active lifestyle in a vibrant, engaging environment promoting physical and emotional well-being.

As part of its whole-person approach to well-being, Atria Covell Gardens guarantees its residents are free to participate, grow, and engage in activities that make them happy. Numerous dining options, various movie theaters, a fitness facility, chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, and barbershop services are just a few of the amenities the community has to offer. Additionally, residents have private gate access to the walking and cycling paths of the Davis Greenbelt, along with scenic apartments featuring balcony or patio options.

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Overview of Vivante Newport Center

Treat yourself to a lifetime vacation with the prominent senior living community of Vivante Newport Center which resides on the harmonious coasts of San Clemente Drive, Newport Beach, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. The community features snug and sophisticated accommodations in variations of one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring seniors have a relaxing and safe retirement. With its dedication to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, Vivante Newport Center strives to deliver the highest quality of care and assistance from a compassionate team available around the clock.

Participate in engaging activities and enjoy fun programs to maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle. Mealtimes are something to anticipate with delightful and well-balanced meals that cater to nutritional needs and preferences. Vivante Newport Center is a haven for seniors seeking to enjoy their best years with proper support in its vibrant and welcoming spaces.

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Overview of Westmont of Carmel Valley

Designed to encourage a vibrant living experience, Westmont of Carmel Valley is a distinct senior living community in San Diego, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community provides its residents with a luxurious setting with stunning accommodations and top-notch amenities designed to make residents feel like they are on vacation. Friendly and competent care experts are always on standby to offer compassionate care and assistance with daily living activities or specialized memory care should residents need it.

Helping its residents live a vibrant and meaningful life, the community organizes a wide array of activities and events with something for everyone to enjoy. A diverse selection of delicious meals are carefully prepared and served daily to make sure residents always eat healthy and right on time. Amenities like an outdoor pool, fitness center, bistro, theater, community garden, and walking trails are also offered to further enhance residents’ comfort and convenience.

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Overview of Sunrise at Canyon Crest

Discover the charm and warmth of Sunrise at Canyon Crest in Riverside, CA, a vibrant community where exceptional care meets enriching living. Offering assisted living and memory care services, this community is committed to providing personalized support that caters to each resident’s unique needs. Residents can select from comfortable studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, with a variety of floor plans that offer both comfort and individuality. Ideally located near medical facilities and shopping centers, this community combines tranquility with easy access to local conveniences.

With a diverse range of amenities, including cooking classes and Montessori programs, residents have plenty of opportunities for enjoyment and connection. Whether enjoying a performance or participating in a social event, residents can engage in a variety of activities that enhance their experience. Life at Sunrise at Canyon Crest is filled with joy, comfort, and a strong commitment to quality living.

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Overview of Valley Vista Senior Living

Valley Vista Senior Living is an assisted living and memory care community in Los Angeles, CA, that offers assistance with daily living activities and specialized care for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The community also features a dedicated memory care floor in a warm and home-like environment, ensuring older adults live a worry-free retirement. Restaurant-style dining,  wellness programs, and household services are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Through personalized care plans, the community strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences. 

Live music, games, and various entertainment options help residents enhance their memory and stay active. A game lounge, a salon, a coffee and snack bar, and an outdoor patio are among the many amenities provided, so residents can freely interact with their surroundings and rest. Residents also have convenient access to their medical needs and leisure, with the Valley Medical Center, restaurants, shops, and public transportation nearby. This assisted living and memory care community has excellent services and thoughtfully curated amenities, making it one of the best options for senior living in California. 

 

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Overview of Silverado Beach Cities Memory Care Community

Enjoy the refreshing breeze with Silverado Beach Cities, a one-of-a-kind memory care community situated on Prospect Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA, focusing on memory care, respite care, and its signature brain health program, Nexus. Live your golden years in comfort and style with meticulously built and pet-friendly accommodations. The community is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care and assistance from dementia care professionals, combining exceptional clinical approach and genuine support.

Highlighting seniors’ interests and strengths, the community hosts fun activities and engaging social events for better enjoyment and wellness. With restaurant-style dining, residents delight in healthy and delicious meals catering to nutritional needs and tastes. Silverado Beach Cities is surrounded by wonderful local attractions and a serene neighborhood, making it ideal for a relaxing and worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Eskaton Village Roseville

Eskaton Village Roseville offers a vibrant senior living experience in West Roseville, CA conveniently located near shops, restaurants, parks, and medical services. This community features a main Lodge providing independent living, assisted living, short-term stays, and memory care services, surrounded by a picturesque neighborhood of private residences. Residents can choose from spacious accommodations with various floor plans to suit their tastes. Eskaton Village Roseville is dedicated to personalized care, especially for those experiencing dementia or Alzheimer’s, with specialized programs and enhanced wellness support.

Enjoy its exceptional amenities including 24-hour staffing, licensed nurse oversight, iWave air purification, smart home technology, and weekly housekeeping. The community also offers a Campus Village Center with a café bistro, fitness center, heated pool, library, and more. With Eskaton Connect, residents and families stay connected through an easy-to-use app, ensuring a fulfilling and enriching lifestyle at Eskaton Village Roseville.

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Ivy Park at Oakland Hills

11889 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA 94619
Overview of Ivy Park at Oakland Hills

Situated in Oakland, California, Ivy Park at Oakland Hills stands as a reliable residential assisted living facility, providing trustworthy support for seniors in need. Specializing in both assisted living and memory care, this community distinguishes itself with breathtaking views that enhance the overall ambiance. Outdoor spaces are thoughtfully designed, offering seniors an enjoyable environment to relish fresh air and sunlight.

The assisted living facility boasts a range of amenities, including a library, hydro spa, bistro, activity studios, and more. Ivy Park at Oakland Hills really exemplifies the essence of assisted living communities, offering a comprehensive and enriching experience for those seeking top-notch assisted living facilities.

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Overview of Atria Rocklin

Situated in the warm community of Santa Fe Way, Rocklin, CA, Atria Rocklin is an idyllic senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With all-inclusive amenities, the community features cozy floor plans ranging from studio to one-bedroom, to two-bedroom townhomes. The community gives emphasis on its residents’ individuality and independence, delivering care and assistance tailored to their unique needs and preferences.

Atria Rocklin is a vibrant community that encourages its residents to remain active and engaged. Through the Life Guidance program, the community offers Alzheimer’s and dementia support groups and opportunities for educational, social, cultural, and fitness. Assisted living residents enjoy two chef-prepared healthy meals while independent living residents enjoy one chef-prepared meal daily in the private dining room or with friends. The pet-friendly community is equipped with a hot tub, an outdoor swimming pool, a courtyard, a library, a media room, a fitness center, a salon, a game room, computers, a resident garden, and peaceful walking paths.

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Ivy Park at Mission Viejo

27783 Center Dr, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Overview of Ivy Park at Mission Viejo

Ivy Park at Mission Viejo offers assisted living and memory care services– delivered by the staff’s compassionate and kind approach. They ensure that every resident can live a purposeful life every day and feel at home through the exceptional service and care they provide. Ivy Park is considerably one of the most welcoming and inclusive senior living communities, which would be ideal for you or your loved one who seeks a home secured with safety.

The lifestyle at Ivy Park ensures that everyone stays active, which is why they have wellness programs that help enrich their body and spirit. Community services and amenities include concierge services, arts and crafts, social activities, a full-service hair salon, and indoor and outdoor common areas.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Memory Care in California at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 56/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in California. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 116The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in California

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in California?

Assisted living in California supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does California Medicaid cover memory care?

California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including California) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 1119 memory care communities in California. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in California?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in California, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting memory care communities in California?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.