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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,187 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. 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. 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.
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.
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.
Belmont Village Senior Living Sunnyvale
MC
AL
RC
Sunnyvale (Ponderosa Park)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 116
Rank #238 / 1,021
C+Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 56
Rank #205 / 1,105
26
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #535 / 956
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #717 / 979
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 12
Rank #175 / 974
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #489 / 926
-Belmont Village Sunnyvale Tnnt & LP And Belmont ThreeStudio / 1 Bed
Cadence Millbrae by Cogir
MC
AL
IL
Millbrae
165
Facility 165
CA AVG 116
Rank #192 / 1,021
C+Yes
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 56
Rank #52 / 1,105
29
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #645 / 956
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #841 / 979
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 12
Rank #468 / 974
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #242 / 926
-1201 Broadway-Operator LLC And Cadence Sl Millbrae LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Grace Living
MC
AL
HOS
Oxnard
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
DNo
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 56
Rank #602 / 1,105
5
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #109 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 12
Rank #416 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
A+Grace Living, LLCPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Belmont Village Senior Living Burbank
MC
AL
Burbank
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 116
Rank #203 / 1,021
C-Yes
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 56
Rank #52 / 1,105
9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #172 / 956
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #658 / 979
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 12
Rank #325 / 974
73.1%
Facility 73.1%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #498 / 926
-Belmont Village Burbank Tenant And Belmont Three LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Brethren Hillcrest Homes
MC
AL
IL
NH
RESC
SNF
La Verne
574
Facility 574
CA AVG 116
Rank #10 / 1,021
B+Yes
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 56
Rank #141 / 1,105
23
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #612 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #580 / 979
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 12
Rank #8 / 974
26.3%
Facility 26.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #924 / 926
-Brethren Hillcrest Homes-
Ponté Palmero
MC
AL
IL
Cameron Park
250
Facility 250
CA AVG 116
Rank #63 / 1,021
ANo
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 56
Rank #819 / 1,105
30
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #762 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 12
Rank #274 / 974
73.2%
Facility 73.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #496 / 926
-Cameron Park Senior Living, LLC-
Spanish Vines Assisted Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
Sacramento (Southwestern Sacramento)
105
Facility 105
CA AVG 116
Rank #490 / 1,021
A+No
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 56
Rank #685 / 1,105
3
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
-
61.0%
Facility 61.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #747 / 926
ATarantino Senior Living Communities LLC-
Alpine View Lodge
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Alpine (Glen Oaks)
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 116
Rank #812 / 1,021
A+No
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,096 / 1,105
6
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 12
Rank #779 / 974
76.3%
Facility 76.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #442 / 926
-Alpine View Lodge LLC-
Buena Vista Manor
MC
AL
San Francisco (Buena Vista)
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 116
Rank #611 / 1,021
A+Yes
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 56
Rank #169 / 1,105
3
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
-
78.2%
Facility 78.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #395 / 926
-Buena Vista Manor House Co-
Oakmont of El Dorado Hills
MC
AL
El Dorado Hills (Springfield Meadows)
129
Facility 129
CA AVG 116
Rank #360 / 1,021
B+Yes
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 56
Rank #572 / 1,105
67
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 13
Rank #932 / 956
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #799 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
68.2%
Facility 68.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #599 / 926
A+Welltower Portfolio Tenant LLC And Oakmont MgmtStudio/ Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Sunnyvale

Find a perfect balance of innovative care and vibrant living experience at Belmont Village Senior Living Sunnyvale, an inviting senior living community in Sunnyvale, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. Experience the warmth and comfort of thoughtfully designed studios and one-bedroom apartments with 24/7 supervision by a licensed nurse and compassionate team members. Various services, such as assistance with daily living, comprehensive therapies, and housekeeping services, helps residents enjoy an independent yet well-supported lifestyle.

Residents stay active, engaged, and connected with diverse social and recreational activities and programs tailored to their individual needs and interests. An excellent culinary team crafts healthy and delicious menus based on seniors’ unique tastes and nutritional needs. Amenities include a refreshing bistro, fitness center, salon services, pet-friendly spaces, and wifi access throughout the community for entertainment and long distance communication with friends and families.

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Overview of Cadence Millbrae by Cogir

Cadence Millbrae by Cogir in Millbrae, CA, offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care within a single community. Independent living provides private residential units alongside community perks without daily care management, while assisted living helps with routine daily tasks like bathing and dressing. Secured memory care delivers specialized supervision in a structured environment designed for individuals with cognitive impairments.

Accommodating 165 beds, the building offers studio and one-bedroom apartment options. On-site conveniences feature a full-service salon and barber shop, restaurant-style dining, fitness programs, open courtyards, walking paths, and pet-friendly policies. Short-term respite stays are also supported to accommodate families needing temporary care coverage.

Private payment plans cover living expenses. Holding a walk score of 93, the surrounding neighborhood is extremely walkable, allowing non-driving residents to run daily errands and access local services on foot independently.

Interested individuals seeking multi-level senior living options can contact Cadence Millbrae to inquire about current floor plans or schedule a tour.

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Overview of Grace Living

Grace Living in Oxnard, CA, provides assisted living, memory care, and hospice services within a six-bed residential setting. Assisted living assists residents with daily activities like dressing, bathing, and medication management in private or semi-private accommodations. Secured memory care delivers specialized oversight for individuals prone to wandering, while hospice care delivers end-of-life support directly on site.

Available amenities include an outdoor yard, organized transportation, religious programs, and rehabilitation therapy. Respite stays offer temporary support when regular family caregivers require time away for travel or recovery.

Located in an area with a walk score of 56, the surrounding area offers manageable walkability for residents able to run brief errands on foot.

Prospective residents searching for a small-scale care environment in Oxnard can connect with Grace Living to request current availability or organize a visit.

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Burbank

Regarded as US News and World Report’s Best Memory Care and Best Assisted Living in 2024, Belmont Village Burbank is an esteemed senior living community settling in East Angeleno Avenue, Burbank, CA, providing assisted living and memory care. With its commitment to improving seniors’ well-being, the community also offers onsite physical, speech, and occupational therapy. Live in a relaxing and safe accommodation, featuring aesthetically crafted floor plans such as studio and one-bedroom apartments. Experience freedom at its finest with a team of dedicated and highly skilled professionals.

Belmont Village Burbank fosters a bright and friendly environment, empowering seniors to participate in exciting activities and discover new interests. Tasty and nutritious meals are served to satisfy seniors’ dietary needs and tastes. With its stunning amenities and inviting surroundings, seniors enjoy a relaxing and safe retirement with Belmont Village Burbank.

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Overview of Brethren Hillcrest Homes

Six care types are listed at Brethren Hillcrest Homes in La Verna, CA. They are independent living, residential care, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing.

Independent living leaves the day alone. Assisted living is the step where bathing, dressing, and medication stop being a resident’s own job. Dementia that carries a wandering risk is what the memory care level answers, secured and supervised. At the skilled nursing level, a licensed nurse is on duty every hour.

A change in need is addressed inside the building, since the next level up is already there rather than at a second address. The community scores 86 on Walk Score, which is very walkable. Pets are allowed, and transportation runs for residents. Dining offers a Café, casual fare, and carry-out.

The license here covers 574 beds, which puts the community at the large-scale end, with the wide range of amenities and programs that go with the size. Therapy for a temporary recovery stay comes under rehabilitation services and short-term rehab. Keith Kasin is named as the administrator.

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Ponté Palmero

3081 Ponte Morino Dr, Cameron Park, CA 95682
Overview of Ponté Palmero

Ponté Palmero in Cameron Park, CA, has both memory care and independent living, with assisted living in between.

Memory care is available for individuals who are prone to wandering. It combines supervision with a controlled environment. An apartment is part of assisted living, along with help to bathe, dress, and take medicine. Independent living is defined by privacy and the community’s services, with daily care excluded.

Residents may transition from one of these levels to another, as their care needs evolve, while remaining in the same 250-bed community. Landon Pilegaard oversees operations, which is owned by Cameron Park Senior Living, LLC. Car-dependent, with a 38 out of 100 on Walk Score, the place means a car will be needed for errands once driving ends.

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Overview of Spanish Vines Assisted Living and Memory Care

Spanish Vines Assisted Living and Memory Care in Sacramento, California, provides assisted living and memory care services. Assisted living assists residents with routine tasks like dressing, bathing, and managing medications within private apartments. Secured memory care offers continuous supervision for individuals prone to wandering.

Located in Southwestern Sacramento, the 105-bed community is managed by Tarantino Senior Living Communities under administrator Arlene Moreno-Figueroa. Offering both care tiers in one location allows residents to transition to higher levels of support on campus as health needs shift over time.

A walk score of 51 indicates a fairly walkable area where non-driving residents can manage select routine tasks on foot nearby.

Individuals exploring care options in Southwestern Sacramento can reach out to the management team to learn more or request a site tour.

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Overview of Alpine View Lodge

Located in Alpine, California, Alpine View Lodge is a family-owned senior living community with a rich legacy of over 40 years, specializing in memory care and assisted living services in the San Diego area. The facility is renowned for its comprehensive care for seniors with degenerative neurocognitive disorders, including all forms of dementia. The community creates an environment where seniors can thrive, irrespective of age or ability, including a secured perimeter that allows unrestricted access to the fresh air outside. In addition to memory care, Alpine View Lodge offers hospice care services in collaboration with hospice agencies. This service ensures that residents in their final stages of life are treated with dignity and compassion.

At Alpine View Lodge, the staff is deeply committed to seniors’ well-being, approaching each resident with the same care and consideration they would offer their family members. Senior caregivers in the San Diego County area deliver personalized services tailored to each individual’s unique challenges. Proudly presenting various options based on a comprehensive assessment of resident needs and preferences, the community is dedicated to ensuring a comfortable and enriching environment.  With accommodations for 38 seniors, this community offers residences with stunning views of the nearby hills, making it the ideal choice for seniors seeking the finest senior living experience.

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Buena Vista Manor

399 Buena Vista Ave E, San Francisco, CA 94117
Overview of Buena Vista Manor

Settled in the neighborhood of San Francisco, CA, Buena Vista Manor is an upscale senior living community that provides a warm atmosphere for assisted living. Serving seniors for over 30 years, the community has built a trusted reputation in delivering exceptional care and reliable support with the help of an excellent care team available 24/7 to offer a wide range of care services. Here, residents are provided with a gracious, safe, and stress-free living environment surrounded by lush gardens and greenery for a more relaxing atmosphere.

Ensuring every needs of its residents are met and exceeded, the community also offers residents an array of opportunities to live an enriched lifestyle through a wide array of interesting activities and chef-prepared, nutritionally balanced meals. Residents are also provided with various maintenance services to ensure they live a worry-free life with more time to explore all the great things the neighborhood and the community offers.

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Oakmont of El Dorado Hills

2020 Town Center Blvd, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Overview of Oakmont of El Dorado Hills

Nestled in the beauty of El Dorado Hills, Oakmont of El Dorado Hills offers an exquisite senior living community that caters to the diverse needs of its residents. The dedicated team is committed to providing exceptional care and support, offering a range of senior living options, including assisted living and memory care services. With luxurious amenities, beautifully designed living spaces, and a vibrant community atmosphere, Oakmont of El Dorado Hills is the perfect place for residents to enjoy retirement living at its finest.

The community takes great pride in engaging and connecting with residents on a daily basis, designing every aspect with their needs in mind. Residents eagerly anticipate every meal, excursion, and activity, and can experience the warmth, comfort, and elegance that define this luxury retirement community.

Residents can immerse themselves in the beautiful scenic gardens, where they can stroll along winding paths, enjoy the shade of fruit trees, and participate in outdoor events in the courtyard. The community’s commitment to providing a vibrant and engaging environment ensures that residents can embark on a journey of active and fulfilling living.

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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 1187 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.