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Avg Walk Score: 58/ 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: 103The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. 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.
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.
Astoria Senior Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
RC
Oakdale
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,174 / 1,645
No
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 58
Rank #980 / 2,057
14
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #706 / 1,507
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #722 / 1,452
Astoria At Oakdale, LLCStudio / Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
The Kensington Sierra Madre
MC
AL
Sierra Madre
106
Facility 106
CA AVG 103
Rank #674 / 1,645
Yes
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 58
Rank #267 / 2,057
17
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1,387
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,244 / 1,433
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #652 / 1,507
84.0%
Facility 84.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #487 / 1,452
Kensington Sm Gp, LLC &Kensington Senior Living LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Silverado Belmont Hills Memory Care Community
MC
AL
Belmont
112
Facility 112
CA AVG 103
Rank #629 / 1,645
Yes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 58
Rank #529 / 2,057
47
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #565 / 1,507
81.3%
Facility 81.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #646 / 1,452
Subtenant 1301 Ralston Ave And Silverado Sr. Lvg MgtPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Sterling Commons
MC
AL
Victorville
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 103
Rank #996 / 1,645
No
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,392 / 2,057
8
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #454 / 1,507
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #930 / 1,452
Koerick Sterling Commons G.p, Victorville, LLC-
Silverado Beach Cities Memory Care Community
MC
AL
Redondo Beach (South Redondo)
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #559 / 1,645
Yes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 58
Rank #529 / 2,057
20
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #950 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
77.5%
Facility 77.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #729 / 1,452
Silverado Beach Cities LLC And Silverado Sr. Lvng MgmtPrivate Rooms
Valley Vista Senior Living
MC
AL
Los Angeles
164
Facility 164
CA AVG 103
Rank #278 / 1,645
No
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 58
Rank #319 / 2,057
26
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #885 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
63.4%
Facility 63.4%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,125 / 1,452
7040 Van Nuys Partnership LLC:dbc Vv Opco Bsd LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Silverado San Juan Capistrano Memory Care Community
MC
AL
San Juan Capistrano
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 103
Rank #799 / 1,645
Yes
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,526 / 2,057
10
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #589 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
77.1%
Facility 77.1%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #744 / 1,452
Silverado San Juan Capistrano, LLC And Silverado Sr.Private Rooms
The Ivy at Blue Oaks
MC
AL
Roseville
157
Facility 157
CA AVG 103
Rank #313 / 1,645
Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 58
Rank #767 / 2,057
15
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #809 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
66.2%
Facility 66.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,072 / 1,452
Blue Oaks Property Tenant LLC And Oakmont Mgmt. GroupStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Abundant Care
MC
AL
HOS
RESC
Santa Barbara (Goleta)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,242 / 2,057
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #268 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
Timothy Pryko & Daniel Bond-
Moraga Royale
MC
AL
RC
Moraga
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #559 / 1,645
No
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,856 / 2,057
5
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #292 / 1,507
67.5%
Facility 67.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #987 / 1,452
Berg Senior Services, LLC-

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Overview of Astoria Senior Living and Memory Care

Set in the welcoming community of Oakdale, CA, the Astoria Senior Living and Memory Care is an enticing community providing assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Cozy and spacious accommodations including studio and deluxe are available for its residents. Having a highly equipped and compassionate team, this community is committed to giving the utmost care and support for those with cognitive conditions through its memory care programs. Short-term stays with extra care are also available for respite care services.

With its top-tier community features, residents can enjoy the following: beautifully landscaped and shaded courtyard featuring raised bed gardens and seating areas; resident kitchen and library; and a wellness office. Engage in diverse social activities in multipurpose activity areas. Participate in recreational trips and scenic tours with transportation provided. At the Astoria Senior Living and Memory Care, seniors can truly enjoy a glorious retirement.

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Overview of The Kensington Sierra Madre

Achieve your greatest potential with the prestigious senior living community of The Kensington Sierra Madre in the stunning lands of West Sierra Madre Boulevard, Sierra Madre, CA, that provides assisted living and memory care. Featuring purposely built and sophisticated accommodations, the community strives to provide a haven for seniors to experience unmatched comfort and safety. The Kensington Sierra Madre goes above and beyond to provide top-notch care and support with a competent and highly qualified team available around the clock for seniors to flourish and enjoy every moment of their best years.

Explore with friends and discover amazing attractions in the local neighborhood with The Kensington Sierra Madre conveniently placed at the core of the town. With engaging activities and fun events, seniors enjoy interactions with their surroundings. Revel in carefully prepared meals that cater to dietary needs. The Kensington Sierra Madre is ideal for seniors aiming to spend their retirement without worries with its picturesque views and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Silverado Belmont Hills Memory Care Community

Operated by Subtenant 1301 Ralston Ave and Silverado Sr. Lvg Mgt as part of the Silverado Senior Living group, Silverado Belmont Hills Memory Care Community is a dedicated memory care community on Ralston Avenue in Belmont, California. Leeann Blazer is the owner, and Robert Snee serves as the administrator. The community is within easy reach of San Francisco, San Jose, Palo Alto, and Mountain View, and San Mateo Medical Center is nearby, providing convenient access to hospital care when needed.

The community is housed in a single-story building with 112 beds. It offers both private and semi-private accommodations. It has been serving residents for 13 years, with an occupancy rate of 81%. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 76, which is very walkable. Visiting family can reach many errands on foot.

Silverado Belmont Hills is dedicated exclusively to caring for residents living with memory impairment rather than providing general assisted living services. Every staff member is certified in dementia care. Residents are supported by caregivers who have specialized training in memory-related conditions throughout the day.

State inspections have primarily focused on resident supervision and behavior management. Inspection records show corrective actions such as increasing one-on-one caregiver support and making adjustments to medication management practices. Families touring Silverado Belmont Hills Memory Care Community should ask how supervision and behavior support are managed daily.

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Overview of Sterling Commons

Discover a purpose-filled living experience at Sterling Commons, a remarkable senior living community in Victorville, CA, that offers a safe and secure environment for memory care. Here, residents dealing with the challenges of Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss are given the right amount of care and assistance with the help of 24/7 on-site nurses and a compassionate team. Residents stay in secured and comfortably designed apartments that are built with advanced safety features, including motion sensors, window sensors, and lengthy pull cords.

Helping residents experience moments of leisure and connection, the community offers an array of well-curated activities and amenities, designed based on residents’ interests and needs. Residents’ creativity are nurtured with arts & crafts classes, while bible studies, and spiritual services help provide an opportunity to deepen faith. Dining moments are to look forward to with fresh, delicious meals that can be enjoyed with families and friends.

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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 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 San Juan Capistrano Memory Care Community

Serving older adults for five years, Silverado San Juan Capistrano Memory Care Community is a single-story memory care community located at 30311 Camino Capistrano in San Juan Capistrano, California. Operated by Silverado San Juan Capistrano, LLC in association with Silverado Sr., the community offers 96 private rooms. It currently maintains an occupancy rate of approximately 77%, providing individualized living accommodations for residents with memory-related conditions.

Additionally, the surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 42, allowing access to some nearby destinations on foot. The private-room layout further supports comfort, privacy, and individualized care.
Meanwhile, state inspections have identified areas requiring continued attention, including medication administration, environmental safety, staff training, and resident care practices.

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The Ivy at Blue Oaks

275 Roseville Parkway, Roseville, CA 95678
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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Overview of Abundant Care

Abundant Care is a boutique-style Santa Barbara community offering memory care support. The elegant community gives off a homelike atmosphere for residents to feel a sense of belonging in a community they found. Abundant Care provides endless opportunities for seniors to discover their new home.
Community accommodations are designed and created to maximize every feature for an enhanced living. The staff encourages an active lifestyle, providing activities that include outings and programs while experiencing state-of-the-art amenities. The well-trained nursing staff helps the residents fulfill their wellness, safety, and security.

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Overview of Moraga Royale

Operated by Berg Senior Services, LLC, Moraga Royale is a 120-bed assisted living and memory care community at 1600 Canyon Road in Moraga, California. Under administrator Faileloto T Rickman and licensed since 2002, Moraga Royale serves residents in Contra Costa County with rehabilitation services, respite care, and 24-hour staffing.

Well above California’s average is the inspection record. Since 2022, Moraga Royale logged 1 total citation against a California average of 10, with 2 complaints compared to a state average of 14 and 2 complaint visits versus a state average of 13. No metrics fall below the state average. No serious citations appear on record. The latest inspection was May 2025.

Care programming includes the We Care Personalized Care Program, with monthly on-site podiatrist visits and regular visits by medical professionals and a hearing specialist. Concierge services, daily fitness and wellness programming, weekly professional entertainment, and a hair salon with manicurist services are among the offerings. Three chef-prepared meals plus daily snacks are served. Installed in every suite are emergency call systems.

The facility encompasses a near-clean compliance record and on-site specialist access, serving residents in the Lamorinda area of Contra Costa County. Moraga Royale suits older adults seeking assisted living or memory care in an established, mid-sized community in Moraga.

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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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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 1122 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.