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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,158 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
Ivy Park at Seven Oaks
MC
AL
Bakersfield
164
Facility 164
CA AVG 116
Rank #195 / 1,021
B+Yes
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 56
Rank #931 / 1,105
27
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #585 / 956
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #717 / 979
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 12
Rank #779 / 974
56.7%
Facility 56.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #788 / 926
A+Well Ivy 6 Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Raincross at Riverside
MC
AL
Riverside (Magnolia Center)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 116
Rank #238 / 1,021
B+Yes
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 56
Rank #833 / 1,105
33
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #665 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #580 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
89.3%
Facility 89.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #183 / 926
-Shi-III Mg Rockridge Gp LLC And Merrill Gardens LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Meridian of Riverside
MC
AL
Riverside (Magnolia Center)
232
Facility 232
CA AVG 116
Rank #77 / 1,021
B+No
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 56
Rank #305 / 1,105
51
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 13
Rank #910 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 12
Rank #837 / 974
49.1%
Facility 49.1%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #846 / 926
-Riverside Retirement Villa LLCSemi-Private / 1 Bed / Studio
Atria El Camino Gardens
MC
AL
IL
RC
Carmichael
325
Facility 325
CA AVG 116
Rank #38 / 1,021
A-Yes
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 56
Rank #803 / 1,105
72
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #902 / 956
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #658 / 979
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 12
Rank #65 / 974
70.2%
Facility 70.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #555 / 926
-Wg El Camino Gardens Sh LP And Atria Management CoStudio / 1 Bed
Villa Toscana Memory Care
MC
Mountain View
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 116
Rank #680 / 1,021
A-No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 56
Rank #113 / 1,105
5
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #243 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 12
Rank #837 / 974
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #834 / 926
-Mv Memory Care LLC And Calson Management, LLCPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Vista at Simi Valley
MC
AL
Simi Valley
130
Facility 130
CA AVG 116
Rank #344 / 1,021
B+Yes
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 56
Rank #639 / 1,105
32
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #733 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #580 / 979
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 12
Rank #259 / 974
71.5%
Facility 71.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #530 / 926
A+Vista At Simi Valley LLC And Vista Senior Mgmt LLC-
Oakmont of East Sacramento
MC
AL
IL
Sacramento (East Sacramento)
214
Facility 214
CA AVG 116
Rank #92 / 1,021
B+Yes
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 56
Rank #242 / 1,105
43
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #856 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #580 / 979
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 12
Rank #710 / 974
70.6%
Facility 70.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #547 / 926
-Oakmont Senior Living Of Sacramento Opco LLC And Et AStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Blossom Grove Alzheimer’s Special Care Center
MC
Redlands
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 116
Rank #701 / 1,021
B+No
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 56
Rank #787 / 1,105
9
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #294 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 12
Rank #354 / 974
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #619 / 926
-Blossom Grove Mngt Ca LLC And Sun Meridian Sr. LivPrivate / Semi-Private / Shared Suite
Westmont at San Miguel Ranch
MC
AL
IL
Chula Vista
105
Facility 105
CA AVG 116
Rank #490 / 1,021
B+Yes
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 56
Rank #685 / 1,105
45
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #856 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #580 / 979
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 12
Rank #383 / 974
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #242 / 926
-Westmont Manager Gp LLC And Westmont Living IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakmont of Whittier
MC
AL
Whittier (East Whittier)
97
Facility 97
CA AVG 116
Rank #553 / 1,021
B+Yes
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 56
Rank #132 / 1,105
21
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #585 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #580 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #710 / 974
69.1%
Facility 69.1%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #578 / 926
-Oakmont Sr. Lvng. Of Whittier Opco, LLC And OakmontStudio / 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 1,158 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Ivy Park at Seven Oaks

4301 Buena Vista Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93311
Overview of Ivy Park at Seven Oaks

Situated in the quiet neighborhood of Buena Vista Road, Bakersfield, CA, Ivy Park at Seven Oaks is an exceptional senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Featuring Evergreen at Ivy, a memory care neighborhood, the community provides companion and private suites, alongside, private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. With a team of friendly, dedicated, and highly skilled professionals, Ivy Park at Seven Oaks strives to provide its residents with care and assistance that is best suited to their needs and preferences.

Ivy Park at Seven Oaks fosters a bright and friendly environment, conducting social and educational programs to keep its residents energized and engaged. With its whole living approach, residents enjoy meaningful interactions and utmost care. To satisfy the seniors’ cravings and dietary needs, the community serves nutritious meals all day. Amenities include a bistro, a fitness center, a club room, a library, an activity studio, a full-service salon, a fireplace, an outdoor courtyard, and graceful indoor and serene outdoor lounges.

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Overview of Raincross at Riverside

Operated by Merrill Gardens LLC, Raincross at Riverside is a 150-bed assisted living community administered by Niare Dawn Feaster on Central Avenue in Riverside, California. Operating for six years, it has a steady 89 percent occupancy rate, reflecting a well-established presence in the local market.

The home sits in a neighborhood that scores 37 for walkability, meaning some nearby services are done on foot, though most errands and outings require transportation. The two-story building offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans to suit residents’ different preferences and needs.

Touring in person, for families thinking of choosing Raincross at Riverside, is an efficient way to see the available room types, learn about daily programming and dining options, and get a feel for how it operates and supports its residents.

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Overview of Meridian of Riverside

Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle in Meridian of Riverside set in the peaceful residential area of Arlington Avenue, Riverside, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. A kind and well-trained team cares for residents’ unique needs in retirement around the clock, ensuring their comfort and safety. With a resident call response system, housekeeping services, and laundry services, residents are guaranteed to keep their worries at bay.

Here, residents are empowered to live their lives to the fullest with a carefully curated calendar of activities tailored to their leisure and wellness. Delightful and healthy meals are also provided for residents’ nutritional needs. The community also optimizes residents’ resources with exclusive programs and a Military Veterans’ program for a better quality of life. Make every moment of your golden years count surrounded by the community’s purposely designed amenities.

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Overview of Atria El Camino Gardens

Located in Carmichael, California, Atria El Camino Gardens is an inviting senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Residents can get access to participate in the daily activities, and chef-prepared meals. The 24-hour staff takes care of cooking, housekeeping, maintenance, and local transportation, allowing seniors to focus on their passions and interests – whether it’s watching a movie in the theater, pampering themselves at the salon, or strolling through the gardens.

For those seeking adventure, the nearby Ancil Hoffman Park boasts a riverside golf course and nature center, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Residents can also indulge in treats at Estelle Bakery and Pâtisserie. At Atria El Camino Gardens, residents have everything they need for a fulfilling and vibrant lifestyle, both within the community and right outside its doors.

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Villa Toscana Memory Care

939 W El Camino Real Ste. C, Mountain View, CA 94040
Overview of Villa Toscana Memory Care

Experience high quality and luxury-style care at Villa Toscana Memory Care, a welcoming senior living community in Mountain View, CA, that offers exceptional memory care services to seniors dealing with memory loss. Offering private, semi-private, and shared residences, the community provides a comfortable living space that matches its residents’ unique preferences and needs. With housekeeping, laundry services, and scheduled transportation to medical appointments, errands, or outings, residents are ensured comfort and convenience.

The community commits itself in helping maintain its residents’ dignity while aging in a secure and specialized environment that meets their personal needs. A trained team is available to monitor residents’ safety 24/7 and provide assistance with everyday tasks, like bathing, dressing, meals, and medication management. Residents stay stimulated with specialized activity programs and enjoy a variety of amenities, including a full-service salon, an activity room, off-site excursions, beautiful indoor and outdoor common areas, providing plenty of space for socialization and relaxation.

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Overview of Vista at Simi Valley

Located in Simi Valley, California, a few miles from Los Robles Regional Medical Center, Vista at Simi Valley is an assisted living and memory care community. The community is operated by Vista at Simi Valley LLC and Vista Senior Mgmt LLC. Madison Lewis serves as the administrator.

The 130-bed community has been serving residents for 18 years. It currently has an occupancy rate of about 72%. The area has a Walk Score of 54, which is moderately walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Residents receive housekeeping, medication management, prepared meals, and assistance with activities of daily living. Staff is available 24 hours a day to provide support when needed. The community also features a spa, theater, fitness center, activity room, and courtyard. Pets are welcome, so residents can keep a companion animal after moving in.

State inspections have shown a mixed record over the years. There were periods of full compliance along with findings related to resident supervision and care plan documentation. Families considering Vista at Simi Valley should ask how supervision and care planning are managed daily.

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Overview of Oakmont of East Sacramento

Oakmont of East Sacramento offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Sacramento, CA. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

Having all three care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since changing care levels does not require leaving. Housing includes studios, suites, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences. A studio offers one private space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple or companion moving together. With 214 beds, Oakmont of East Sacramento is a larger setting rather than a small residential community.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet after moving in. The Walk Score of 79 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently. Kathleen Gilbey serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Blossom Grove Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

Located in the beautiful setting of New Jersey Street, Redlands, CA, Blossom Grove Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is a distinct community that focuses on memory care. Featuring cozy and specially designed accommodations in variations of private, semi-private, and shared floor plans, residents can rest assured of living their golden years comfortably. The community also utilizes specialized programs tailored to residents’ memory-related needs to enhance their cognition.

Do the things you love with fun and engaging activities dedicated to your enjoyment and wellness. Have the finest dining experience with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. The community also offers extensive amenities including a library, a barber shop, a bistro, outdoor spaces, and transportation services to give residents the utmost comfort and convenience they deserve.

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Overview of Westmont at San Miguel Ranch

Westmont at San Miguel Ranch is a luxury senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Chula Vista. It boasts world-class service and hospitality provided by its excellent team of caregivers. It’s a community that provides quality service based on your style and your choice. Westmont is a community dedicated to making a difference in the lives of every senior through its innovative approach to senior living.

Westmont at San Miguel Ranch promotes an active lifestyle for its residents, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. One of the pride and joys of the community is their Live You Way™  and Adult 55+, which essentially provides unique care and service for residents. Everyone is entitled to impressive amenities, such as world-class dining service, a fully-equipped fitness center, and furnished apartments.

Price range $3,895 - $5,995/Month

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Oakmont of Whittier

13617 Whittier Blvd, Whittier, CA 90605
Overview of Oakmont of Whittier

Oakmont of Whittier offers a warm and welcoming environment for seniors seeking assisted living and memory care services. The dedicated team at Oakmont is committed to providing compassionate care and support tailored to each resident’s needs, ensuring a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle. With beautifully designed accommodations and state-of-the-art facilities, residents can enjoy a sense of home while receiving the assistance they require to maintain their independence and well-being.

At Oakmont of Whittier, residents can indulge in a variety of amenities and activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social engagement. Residents can partake in stimulating activities such as arts and crafts, live entertainment, and outings to nearby attractions, fostering a sense of community and belonging. With a focus on enhancing quality of life, Oakmont of Whittier strives to create an enriching and fulfilling experience for all residents.

 

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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 1158 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.