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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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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.
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.
Summerfield Memory Care of Redlands
MC
AL
RC
Redlands (South Redlands)
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 116
Rank #656 / 1,021
B+No
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 56
Rank #480 / 1,105
39
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 956
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #763 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
52.0%
Facility 52.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #825 / 926
Snh Cal Tenant LLC And Northstar Snr Lvg Mgt LLCStudio / Suite
Bentley Manor by SCH
MC
AL
IL
RC
Los Angeles (Westdale)
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 116
Rank #840 / 1,021
B+No
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 56
Rank #572 / 1,105
21
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #585 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 12
Rank #710 / 974
92.6%
Facility 92.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #145 / 926
Specialized Community Healthcare CompanyStudio
Sunlit Gardens
MC
AL
Alta Loma
172
Facility 172
CA AVG 116
Rank #176 / 1,021
B+Yes
52
Facility 52
CA AVG 56
Rank #673 / 1,105
10
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #343 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 12
Rank #837 / 974
54.1%
Facility 54.1%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #811 / 926
Cdr Rncho Cuc Trs LLC &Sunlit Gardens, LLCStudio
Atria Park of San Mateo
MC
AL
IL
San Mateo (East San Mateo)
175
Facility 175
CA AVG 116
Rank #162 / 1,021
B+Yes
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 56
Rank #370 / 1,105
53
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #834 / 956
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 3
Rank #878 / 979
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 12
Rank #159 / 974
42.3%
Facility 42.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #889 / 926
Wg Hillsdale Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Westmont of Morgan Hill
MC
AL
IL
Morgan Hill
112
Facility 112
CA AVG 116
Rank #455 / 1,021
B+Yes
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 56
Rank #833 / 1,105
25
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #665 / 956
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #717 / 979
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 12
Rank #294 / 974
73.2%
Facility 73.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #496 / 926
Morgan Hill Senior Lvg LP And Westmont Living IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westwind Memory Care
MC
Santa Cruz
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 116
Rank #741 / 1,021
B+No
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 56
Rank #622 / 1,105
33
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #834 / 956
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #658 / 979
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 12
Rank #468 / 974
93.2%
Facility 93.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #138 / 926
Seasons Mgt, Sm Santa Cruz Memory, And Amv Capital GrpStudio
Silverado Brea Memory Care Community
MC
AL
Brea
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 116
Rank #680 / 1,021
B+Yes
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 56
Rank #421 / 1,105
20
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #471 / 956
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #658 / 979
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
64.3%
Facility 64.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #685 / 926
Silverado Brea LLC And Silverado Senior Living MgtPrivate Rooms
Menifee Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Menifee (Sun City)
220
Facility 220
CA AVG 116
Rank #85 / 1,021
A-Yes
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,096 / 1,105
35
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
71.8%
Facility 71.8%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #524 / 926
Hsre Pacifica Menifee Valley Opco LP And Menifee Mgr1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Milpitas
MC
AL
Wy Milpitas (Warm Springs)
225
Facility 225
CA AVG 116
Rank #81 / 1,021
B+Yes
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 56
Rank #893 / 1,105
53
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 13
Rank #854 / 956
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #841 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
85.8%
Facility 85.8%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #226 / 926
Wm Milpitas Mgr LP, Gp Of Milpitas Phase I Ops LPStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Valley Crest Memory Care
MC
Apple Valley
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 116
Rank #709 / 1,021
A-No
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 56
Rank #833 / 1,105
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #109 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 12
Rank #914 / 974
64.6%
Facility 64.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #684 / 926
Valley Crest Memory Care LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Summerfield Memory Care of Redlands

Operating for six years, Summerfield Memory Care of Redlands is a single-story assisted living community in the historic Redlands area of Southern California that also provides memory care and respite care for older adults. The community is operated by SNH Cal Tenant LLC and Northstar Senior Living Management LLC under the leadership of administrator Rachelle Wheaton.

The community has 75 studio and suite accommodations, including dedicated memory care units for residents living with dementia. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants provide 24-hour care, while respite options include short-term stays, a VIP respite program, and day stays for individuals who do not require full-time residency.

Family-style dining emphasizes balanced nutrition, and residents can participate in game and movie nights, music programs, and pet therapy. Additional amenities include a beauty salon, bistro, library, housekeeping services, and in-house physician visits to support daily living. The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 63, allowing some errands and outings to be completed on foot.

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Overview of Bentley Manor by Sch

Bentley Manor by Sch offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Los Angeles, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

With 27 beds, Bentley Manor by Sch is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. Studio housing provides one private living space. Having several care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. The area has a Walk Score of 58, making it somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently.

Mona M Alcaraz serves as the administrator, and Specialized Community Healthcare Company operates the community.

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Overview of Sunlit Gardens

Sunlit Gardens is located in Alta Loma, CA, with assisted living and memory care on its list. In assisted living, staff assist residents with medication management, bathing, and dressing. Memory care is secured, and staff watch over residents for whom wandering is a concern.

Tirso Del Junco serves as administrator, and Cdr Rncho Cuc Trs LLC & Sunlit Gardens, LLC operate the community. The area earns a 52 from Walk Score, somewhat walkable, so residents who have stopped using a car could still walk to some nearby places.

Residents can bring their pets along. There are 172 beds, and the apartments are studios, each giving one resident private living space.

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Overview of Atria Park of San Mateo

Situated just 20 miles south of San Francisco, Atria Park of San Mateo extends a warm welcome to San Mateo, California seniors, offering a blend of assisted living and memory care services. With a dedicated staff taking care of the driving, housekeeping, laundry, and home maintenance, residents can dedicate their time to what truly ignites their passions.

Atria Park of San Mateo stands out with its Engage Life® program, presenting many opportunities for residents to explore, create, and engage. This San Mateo, California community is tailored for active seniors seeking a dynamic lifestyle complemented by premium amenities. Nestled within the Hillsdale neighborhood along the waterfront, this community thrives on fostering connections and bringing people together, enriching the lives of its residents.

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Overview of Westmont of Morgan Hill

Located in the serene setting of Cochrane Road, Morgan Hill, CA, Westmont of Morgan Hill is a blissful senior living community providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community is committed to improving residents’ quality of life with top-tier care and assistance from a compassionate and well-trained team. Residents thrive and live their lives to the fullest within the community’s cozy and pet-friendly amenities.

Celebrate milestones and lead a meaningful life through a variety of enriching events and fun programs. Here, residents enjoy delightful dining with diverse options that satisfy their nutritional needs and tastes. With its ideal location near convenient local amenities and amusing attractions, residents gain easy access to their needs and desires. Westmont of Morgan Hill strives to provide a safe place where residents retain their independence while receiving the utmost support they deserve.

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Overview of Westwind Memory Care

Westwind Memory Care provides memory care in Santa Cruz, California. Its secured community offers supervision for people living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, including residents who may be at risk of wandering. Respite care is also available for a short stay, which can suit a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

The community has 59 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Studio residences provide one private living space. An enclosed courtyard, with flower surrounded walking paths, gives residents a designated outdoor area for walks within the community.

Life Enrichment program activities are offered seven days a week, so residents have scheduled activities each day. Transportation to group outings is available, allowing residents to attend without arranging their own transportation. A Walk Score of 55 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently.

Steven Silacci serves as administrator. Westwind Memory Care is operated by Seasons Mgt, Sm Santa Cruz Memory, and Amv Capital Grp.

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Overview of Silverado Brea Memory Care Community

Operating for six years, Silverado Brea Memory Care Community is a residential care community in Downtown Brea, California, with a capacity of 70 beds. Designed to support older adults living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, the community offers private, furnished rooms in a secure two-story setting.

24-hour care is offered, along with housekeeping, laundry services, and nutritious meals tailored to their needs. Moreover, individualized care plans are complemented by memory-focused activities, sensory-based programs, light exercise, and social events. Secure gardens and walking paths also provide safe outdoor spaces for recreation and relaxation.

State inspections conducted over the past six years have generally reported positive findings, although previous reviews identified concerns related to medication administration and exterior door security. Additionally, follow-up actions were required to address these areas, and families are encouraged to discuss current safety practices and medication management with community staff during their visit.

The surrounding neighborhood offers moderate walkability, with a Walk Score of 67, allowing access to some nearby amenities on foot. Pets are also welcome for residents who wish to keep a companion animal.

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Menifee Senior Living

28333 Valley Blvd, Menifee, CA 92586
Overview of Menifee Senior Living

Menifee Senior Living, located in the welcoming community of Menifee, California, is a senior living haven where residents are encouraged to savor each day to the fullest. With a dedicated staff available 24 hours a day, they provide a reassuring presence for residents and their families, ensuring peace of mind.

Explore the community and discover the exceptional care and lifestyle it offers. Menifee Senior Living takes pride in providing an ideal equilibrium between support and independence, catering to a spectrum of needs with independent living, assisted living, and respite care options. Here, seniors can relish resort-style amenities, indulge in chef-prepared dining, and unwind in their well-appointed, full-service apartments.

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Overview of Ivy Park at Milpitas

Ivy Park at Milpitas offers assisted living and memory care in Milpitas, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication, with residents living in private studios, one bedroom or two bedroom spaces. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, and having both care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

With 225 beds, this is a larger setting, with more residents, staff and usually more programming than a smaller home. The Warm Springs neighborhood has a Walk Score of 31 out of 100, making it car dependent, with most errands requiring a car or a ride. Scheduled transportation is available for residents who need arranged rides.

Indoor and outdoor lounge areas, an indoor heated pool, a full service salon and landscaped grounds give residents places for recreation, personal care and time outdoors without leaving the community. All day dining provides meals throughout the day, while social and educational programs offer organized activities. Pets are allowed, so residents may be able to keep a companion animal with them.

Respite care provides short term stays for a household whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. Meghian Geul serves as the administrator. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs assisted living or memory care and may benefit from moving between those care levels without leaving the community.

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Valley Crest Memory Care

18524 Corwin Rd, Apple Valley, CA 92307
Overview of Valley Crest Memory Care

Operated by Valley Crest Memory Care LLC, Valley Crest Memory Care is a memory care community in Apple Valley, California, in San Bernardino County. Gabriel Aguilar serves as the administrator.

The 65-bed community has served residents for about 1 year. It is currently home to 42 residents, reflecting an occupancy rate of about 65%. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 37, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby destinations can be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require a car.

Residents can choose between private and shared rooms. Housekeeping, linen, and rubbish services are included. Staff provide mobility assistance for residents who need extra support. Meals feature a variety of cuisines. There’s a full calendar of social activities helps residents stay engaged. Respite care is also available for families who need short-term support.

State inspections in California have generally found the community operating well daily. One inspection identified an issue with the storage of cleaning chemicals. Meanwhile, a separate complaint investigation found no evidence to support concerns about resident care. Families touring Valley Crest Memory Care may want to ask how these areas are managed today.

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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.