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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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.
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.
Almond Blossom Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
Chico
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
Yes
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,718 / 2,057
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
-Hijk Inc-
Good Samaritan Retirement Home
MC
ADC
AL
HC
HOS
IL
NH
RC
SNF
El Cajon
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 103
Rank #640 / 1,645
No
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 58
Rank #2,042 / 2,057
8
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #247 / 1,507
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,306 / 1,452
-Daughters Of Mary Immaculate C Chaldean Sisters-
Villa Bernardo
MC
AL
RC
Escondido (Felicita)
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,309 / 1,645
Yes
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,950 / 2,057
5
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,237 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
A+Villa Bernardo Opco LLC1 Bed
Villas at San Bernardino
MC
AL
San Bernardino (Shandin Hills)
144
Facility 144
CA AVG 103
Rank #399 / 1,645
Yes
46
Facility 46
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,445 / 2,057
13
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #716 / 1,387
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,094 / 1,433
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #454 / 1,507
63.9%
Facility 63.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,111 / 1,452
A+Villas At San Bernardino, LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Laguna Palms II
MC
AL
Laguna Niguel
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 58
Rank #949 / 2,057
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #390 / 1,507
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #998 / 1,452
-Res.care Services, Inc.dba Laguna PalmsPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Genesis Manor III
MC
AL
HOS
RESC
Alta Loma
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
Yes
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,554 / 2,057
7
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #268 / 1,507
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,306 / 1,452
-Gerry A. MarkiePrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III
MC
AL
RESC
San Marcos
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,048 / 2,057
7
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #706 / 1,507
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #504 / 1,452
-Sapphire Lake San MarcosPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Terrace View Assisted Living LLC
MC
AL
Antioch
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,645 / 1,645
No
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,086 / 2,057
7
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #998 / 1,452
-Terrace View Assisted Living, LLCPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Grant Serenity Homes of Pasadena
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Pasadena (Jefferson Park)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
83
Facility 83
CA AVG 58
Rank #337 / 2,057
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
-Grant Serenity Homes Of Pasadena, IncPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Safe Haven – Modesto
MC
AL
HOS
PC
RESC
RC
Modesto
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,392 / 2,057
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #998 / 1,452
-Safe Haven Modesto LLCPrivate / Shared Rooms

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Overview of Almond Blossom Assisted Living

Situated in Chico, California, Almond Blossom Assisted Living is a trustworthy choice for senior care, offering a homelike environment that is intimate, cozy, and meticulously maintained. This facility exudes a premier and genuine family home atmosphere, with excellent staff providing remarkable support. Caregivers are highly trained, fostering a strong sense of community where residents can easily relax, assured of safety and comfort.

As an assisted living facility, Almond Blossom is well-prepared for emergencies with standby generators and an innovative approach to resident safety. The clean and stress-free environment features a classic design with soothing colors, creating a welcoming ambiance. Residents benefit from 24-hour emergency call systems, transportation services, and engaging exercise and wellness programs. With total medication services and personalized, resident-centered care, Almond Blossom Assisted Living stands out as one of the best choices for seniors seeking residential assisted living and a vibrant senior living community.

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Overview of Good Samaritan Retirement Home

Good Samaritan Retirement Home is a 110-bed assisted living and memory care community with specialized dementia care, rehabilitation services, respite stays, and a core assisted living program in El Cajon, California. Operated by the Daughters of Mary Immaculate (Chaldean Sisters) under administrator Susan Sorensen, the community serves San Diego County. It’s been licensed since 2000 by the California Department of Social Services as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.

Across four official inspections since 2021, the facility has recorded zero citations, against a California average of 10, and only 2 complaints compared to a statewide norm of 14. No fines exist in the latest inspection in September 2025, placing the inspection score at 83 out of 100 against California’s benchmark of 70.

The memory care program is staffed 24/7 with dementia caregiving staff and a licensed nurse providing 8 hours of dementia-specific coverage daily. The community has four hospice waivers, allowing end-of-life care coordination on-site. Rounding out the care model are a fall prevention program, outdoor garden spaces, and a mobile physician.

With a consistently clean regulatory record, Good Samaritan Retirement Home is best for older adults in San Diego County requiring long-term assisted living or memory care in a faith-based community.

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Overview of Villa Bernardo

Villa Bernardo, located in Escondido, CA, is a senior living community that specializes in providing top-quality assisted living services and amenities to its residents. As part of their services, they provide residents with assistance with day-to-day activities and personal care such as bathing, eating, toileting, transferring, and other mobility assistance. The staff also provides assistance in medication management, to ensure that the resident’s medications are taken or administered properly; at the right time, and with the right amount.

Additionally, the staff not only provides care to its residents, they also take care of their meals, preparing them carefully according to their dietary needs and preferences. Housekeeping services on the other hand focus on creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for everyone, including visiting families. Furthermore, their rich array of activities ensures that the residents live an active life, further promoting physical activity and cognitive stimulation for their overall well-being.

As a part of Zeal Senior Living, it is the goal of Villa Bernardo to assist elders in continuing the amazing story that is their life. At Villa Bernardo, your story continues.

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Overview of Villas at San Bernardino

Located in San Bernardino, CA, is Villas at San Bernardino, an upscale senior living community designed for seniors needing assisted living and memory care services. Their memory care facility is dedicated in providing top quality care to its residents; from their well appointed studio and one bedroom accommodations that feature emergency call systems, to their 24 hour staff availability. Residents of the Villas at San Bernardino are provided assistance with daily living activities, and specialized programs for Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

Additionally, they offer a rich array of amenities aimed at residents’ social and physical needs, including all day restaurant dining, pharmacy services, pet therapy, yoga, weekly live entertainment, and weekly lunch outings. They also provide regular housekeeping and laundry services to ensure cleanliness and keep the facility sanitized.

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Laguna Palms II

29501 Via San Sebastian, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Overview of Laguna Palms II

Laguna Palms II is an exceptional community in Via San Sebastian, Laguna Niguel, CA, that offers assisted living. Accommodating up to six residents, the community strives to provide top-tier care and assistance 24/7 to meet their needs and preferences. Enjoy the best of your golden years with the community helping with the housekeeping, laundry, and other daily living activities.

Relax and spend your days as you prefer with a community taking care of the busy work for you. Here, healthy and delicious meals are served to satisfy dietary needs and tastes. With its quaint and welcoming setting, residents can rest assured of receiving the care they need while retaining their independence to live retirement on their terms.

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Overview of Genesis Manor III

Tucked away in a serene area in Alta Loma, CA, Genesis Manor III is a safe oasis for those who need assisted living and memory care. The community’s care professionals are expertly trained in the best practices of memory care and supporting residents with their daily activities. Registered nurses are also available 24/7 to oversee residents’ personalized care plans and ensure they are receiving the proper care and assistance.

The community also coordinates with third-party providers for residents’ healthcare needs, giving them access to physician visits, therapies, and more. Engage in an array of enriching activities while receiving the energy you need from nutritionally balanced meals. Live the retirement life you deserve surrounded by genuine people in Genesis Manor III.

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Overview of Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III

Set in a peaceful neighborhood in San Diego, CA, Sapphire Pacific Residential Care III is an intimate community that provides assisted living and memory care. Through compassionate care and daily living assistance, residents here live their days with utmost comfort and convenience. Those living with the challenges of memory conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia receive specialized care and activities to help slow down and manage their conditions.

Dedicated to creating a fun and enriching environment, the community features a wide range of interesting activities for residents to enjoy. With healthy and delicious meals served daily, residents maintain their health and well-being. The community makes an ideal place for those seeking comfort and opportunities to create meaningful experiences.

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Overview of Terrace View Assisted Living

Terrace View Assisted Living, is a family owned residential care home located in Antioch, CA, providing assisted living and memory care services to elderly residents. This close-knit senior living community provides personalized care plans aimed to meet the specific needs of their residents. Part of the services they offer include 24 hour staffing and personal assistance, scheduled transportation for medical appointments, assistance with daily living activities, and their memory care program that specializes in caring for residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

This senior living community also takes care of the usual daily living chores, from meal preparation and housekeeping, to laundry services and sanitation. Furthermore, residents are also encouraged to participate in regularly scheduled activities promoting physical fitness and mental well being.

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Overview of Grant Serenity Homes of Pasadena

Grant Serenity Home, located in Pasadena, CA, is a senior living home specializing in providing assisted living with memory care services for their residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. This senior living home offers individualized care plans aimed to meet the residents’ individual needs. Their memory care services revolve around active engagement, social activities, and residents’ safety.

Grant Serenity Home in Pasadena ensures that residents are taken care of 24/7, providing supervision as well as assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and coordination for transportation for medical appointments, as well as coordination with other healthcare providers. They also provide their residents with nutritious meals prepared with consideration to their dietary needs. Furthermore, housekeeping and laundry services ensure that the environment is well kept as well as safe for the residents.

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Overview of Safe Haven – Modesto

Serenely located in Modesto, CA, Safe Haven – Modesto is an idyllic community that offers an array of care services to help residents age gracefully. The community provides access to independent living, assisted living, and memory care options to ensure residents’ ever-changing needs are met. Residents here maintain their independence with the help of a reliable care team trained to assist them with their personal care, medication management, and memory condition if they have any.

There’s always something fun and enriching to do with a wide range of social and recreational activities held regularly. Residents don’t have to worry about their nutrition with an array of healthy and nutritious meals served every day with consideration for special diets and preferences. Maintain a good quality of life in a supportive and nurturing setting with Safe Haven – Modesto.

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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.