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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,122 memory care communities 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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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. 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.
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.
Carrington of Shafter
MC
AL
Shafter
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,045 / 1,645
No
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 58
Rank #2,017 / 2,057
9
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #344 / 1,507
70.3%
Facility 70.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #920 / 1,452
Dv Assisted Living, LLC And Carrington Sr. Living LLC-
Merrill Gardens at Rockridge
MC
AL
IL
Oakland (Shafter)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #341 / 1,645
Yes
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 58
Rank #43 / 2,057
33
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
89.3%
Facility 89.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #362 / 1,452
Shi-III Mg Rockridge Gp LLC And Merrill Gardens LLC-
Katella Senior Living Community
MC
AL
RC
-
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 103
Rank #417 / 1,645
Yes
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 58
Rank #509 / 2,057
11
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #589 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 13
Rank #29 / 1,507
-Ktla Properties-
Pacifica Senior Living South Coast
MC
AL
Costa Mesa (East Side Costa Mesa)
98
Facility 98
CA AVG 103
Rank #786 / 1,645
Yes
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,011 / 2,057
28
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,387
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,156 / 1,433
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #706 / 1,507
67.3%
Facility 67.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #989 / 1,452
Pacifica Orange County LLC And Costa Mesa OperationsStudio / Suite
Villa Toscana Memory Care
MC
Mountain View
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 103
Rank #996 / 1,645
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 58
Rank #218 / 2,057
5
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,306 / 1,452
Mv Memory Care LLC And Calson Management, LLCPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Redwood Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Bakersfield
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,810 / 2,057
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
33.3%
Facility 33.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,426 / 1,452
Redwood Assisted Living LLCPrivate Room
Paradise Villa
MC
AL
RESC
Santa Cruz (Pleasant Acres Mobile Home Park)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 58
Rank #739 / 2,057
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #504 / 1,452
A Paradise Villa, IncSuite
Ivy Park at Bonita
MC
AL
Chula Vista
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 103
Rank #799 / 1,645
Yes
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,646 / 2,057
11
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
68.8%
Facility 68.8%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #959 / 1,452
Transformer Opco Ll And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
The Watermark at Westwood Village
MC
AL
IL
Los Angeles (Westwood)
237
Facility 237
CA AVG 103
Rank #103 / 1,645
Yes
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 58
Rank #66 / 2,057
32
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,124 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
71.7%
Facility 71.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #889 / 1,452
Westwood Sr. Hsg LLC And Atsc II LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Blossom Grove Alzheimer’s Special Care Center
MC
Redlands
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,029 / 1,645
No
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,526 / 2,057
9
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #605 / 1,507
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #998 / 1,452
Blossom Grove Mngt Ca LLC And Sun Meridian Sr. LivPrivate / Semi-Private / Shared Suite

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Overview of Carrington of Shafter

Carrington of Shafter is a nursing home operated by Dv Assisted Living, LLC and Carrington Sr Living LLC, on East Tulare Avenue in Shafter, California. With administrator Alicia Webb overseeing everyday operations, the 64-bed community has been operating for 22 years.

As a nursing home, Carrington of Shafter is built to deliver skilled nursing care and support for residents whose medical needs are complex. The facility offers a Class Schedule and Center Membership programs to support structured activities and community engagement.
Carrington of Shafter is a car-dependent area with a Walk Score of 4, meaning nearly all errands and nearby destinations require a vehicle. This setting fits residents whose visiting family can drive, or those for whom neighborhood walkability is not a top consideration.

Families must arrange a tour or contact the facility if they’re interested in learning more regarding daily operations, medical services, staffing, amenities, dining options, and admission policies.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Rockridge

Found in Oakland, California, Merrill Gardens at Rockridge stands out as a vibrant and thoughtfully designed community. Owned by a family company, it offers both independent senior living and memory care services, excelling particularly in providing top-notch assisted living facilities. Residents can trust in the commitment to premier care, ensuring privacy, security, and exceptional support services.
This community goes beyond the basics, featuring a variety of amenities for a well-rounded lifestyle. From cozy studio to one-bedroom units with kitchenettes and private balconies, Merrill Gardens at Rockridge caters to diverse preferences. The community spaces include a movie theater, living areas, game room, landscaped courtyard, library, computer room, and fitness center. With a calendar brimming with activities and proximity to cafes, restaurants, antique shops, and bookstores, residents can enjoy both convenience and an engaging social environment. The addition of a concierge further enhances the overall experience, providing a seamless living experience for those seeking various assisted living levels of care.

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Overview of Katella Senior Living Community

Operated by Ktla Properties, Katella Senior Living Community is an assisted living and memory care community administered by Christine Greenway in Los Alamitos, California. It offers respite care, making it a flexible option for families seeking temporary support or longer-term residential care. Operating for nearly five decades, the 140-bed facility brings experience and service mode continuity.

The community is staffed 24/7 with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, providing the support residents need all the time. This commitment to continuous staffing mirrors a care-centered approach that fits memory care occupants who may benefit from consistent, familiar faces and urgent availability of trained support. Daily life here highlights comfort and health. Meals are prepared with attention to individual dietary requirements. This includes options for residents managing diabetes, following plant-based diets, or requiring soft or pureed textures. Furnished rooms come with weekly housekeeping and laundry services, along with utilities including cable, internet, water, and gas. An on-site nurse and doctors available on call round out the daily care infrastructure. The facility welcomes small dogs and cats, offers an outdoor courtyard for fresh air and activities, and provides off-site transportation within a 15-mile radius for appointments and outings. Los Alamitos offers strong walkability, with a Walk Score of 77, meaning most errands and essentials are within walking distance. For visiting family members and residents who enjoy walking in the neighborhood, this accessibility can be beneficial.

Katella Senior Living Community offers respite care. It’s then a flexible choice for families who need longer-term residential care or momentary support.

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Overview of Pacifica Senior Living South Coast

Pacifica Senior Living South Coast, in Costa Mesa, California, is a premier care facility that allows its residents to age gracefully. They offer independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care with tailored programs for seniors’ needs and preferences. The community provides a wide range of engaging activities and programs, creating a beautiful and serene environment for residents to enjoy with a comprehensive array of services and amenities, including round-the-clock staff support, housekeeping, and laundry services.

The community prioritizes the independence and well-being of its residents, ensuring that their unique care needs are met with personalized attention—the elegant and inviting atmosphere that promotes self-care and encourages residents to engage in physical activity. The beautiful outdoor courtyard offers residents a peaceful place to stroll and connect with nature. Combined with exceptional services and world-class amenities, PSL- South Coast provides peace of mind to families in the community.

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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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Redwood Senior Living

810 S Union Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93307
Overview of Redwood Senior Living

Situated in the heart of Bakersfield, CA, the Redwood Senior Living Bakersfield is a vibrant community that provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. This community is committed to providing a caring, safe, and secure environment for its residents. Elegant and spacious accommodations are available to further enhance the comfort and relaxation. With a trained and compassionate team, residents can receive 24/7 assistance and support. As for memory care, a person-centered approach is thoughtfully designed to address the needs of those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Short-term stays with different levels of care are also available for respite care services.

Experience its top-tier amenities and other services including delightful and nutritious meals based on dietary needs, medication management and review, incontinence and hygiene assistance, transportation services, and daily social events. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors are guaranteed a worry-free living experience with Redwood Senior Living Bakersfield.

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Overview of Paradise Villa

Offering assisted living with memory care services in a comfortable and secure environment, Paradise Villa Assisted Living & Memory Care is just a short distance from the scenic Santa Cruz coastline. Their staff is dedicated to providing personalized care plans that meet the individual needs of each resident. Residents can receive assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and transportation.

This assisted living community also features a secured memory care wing with specialized care for residents with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. The facility includes amenities like a common area for socializing, a beautifully landscaped courtyard with walking paths, and a patio for residents to relax and enjoy the fresh ocean air.

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Ivy Park at Bonita

3302 Bonita Rd, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Overview of Ivy Park at Bonita

Ivy Park at Bonita offers premier assisted living and memory care services in Chula Vista. Through exceptional service and care, they ensure that every resident can live a purposeful life every day and feel at home. Ivy Park is considerably one of the most welcoming and inclusive senior living communities, which would be ideal for you or your loved one who seeks a home that is safe.

The lifestyle at Ivy Park at Bonita encourages its residents to stay active, which is why they have wellness programs that help fulfill holistic wellness. Its featured community accommodations include concierge services, arts and crafts, social activities, a full-service hair salon, and indoor and outdoor common areas.

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Overview of The Watermark at Westwood Village

Soak up the sun in the blissful community of The Watermark at Westwood Village residing in the stunning Tiverton Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and short-term stays. Experience unrivaled comfort and convenience with beautifully designed and spacious accommodations in a wide range of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. The community goes above and beyond to provide top-tier care and support around the clock for seniors to live their best years without worries.

Focusing on seniors’ interests and strengths, The Watermark at Westwood Village orchestrates engaging activities and fun events. Eat well and feel good with healthy and tasty meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Filled with pet-friendly spaces and a vibrant environment, The Watermark at Westwood Village doubles its efforts to provide a haven for seniors who want to enjoy a luxurious retirement.

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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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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.