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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. 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.
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.
Gardens at Northridge
MC
AL
IL
RC
Northridge
135
Facility 135
CA AVG 116
Rank #327 / 1,021
A-Yes
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 56
Rank #494 / 1,105
27
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #733 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 12
Rank #710 / 974
63.7%
Facility 63.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #699 / 926
Pacifica Devonshire LLC' Devonshire Mgr LLC-
Cogir on Napa Road
MC
AL
Sonoma
105
Facility 105
CA AVG 116
Rank #490 / 1,021
B-Yes
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 56
Rank #699 / 1,105
17
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #343 / 956
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #658 / 979
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 12
Rank #710 / 974
85.7%
Facility 85.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #228 / 926
Well Ca Wa Tenant LLC And Cogir Management Usa IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Yorkshire Village
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Hemet (East Hemet)
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 116
Rank #507 / 1,021
BNo
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,035 / 1,105
48
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #878 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #580 / 979
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 974
95.0%
Facility 95.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #115 / 926
Dorten EnterprisesPrivate Room / Semi-Private Rooms
Westmont of La Mesa
MC
AL
IL
La Mesa
164
Facility 164
CA AVG 116
Rank #195 / 1,021
B-Yes
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 56
Rank #585 / 1,105
39
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #794 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #580 / 979
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
72.0%
Facility 72.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #519 / 926
Westmont Mgr Gp LLC, Gp Of Lm Ops LP And Westmont LvngStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sea Bluffs
MC
AL
Dana Point (Toovunga)
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 116
Rank #605 / 1,021
B-Yes
53
Facility 53
CA AVG 56
Rank #661 / 1,105
11
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #294 / 956
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #658 / 979
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 12
Rank #837 / 974
83.0%
Facility 83.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #318 / 926
Well Oak Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / Companion Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Clearwater at North Tustin
MC
AL
Santa Ana
124
Facility 124
CA AVG 116
Rank #384 / 1,021
B-Yes
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 56
Rank #880 / 1,105
22
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #612 / 956
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #763 / 979
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 12
Rank #710 / 974
90.3%
Facility 90.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #172 / 926
Clearwater At North Tustin, LLC: Csl Berkshire OpeStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Summerfield Memory Care of Stockton
MC
AL
RC
Stockton (Brookside)
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 116
Rank #724 / 1,021
B+No
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 56
Rank #931 / 1,105
26
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #294 / 956
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #763 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
81.7%
Facility 81.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #338 / 926
Snh Cal Tenant LLC And Northstar Snr Lvg Mgt LLCRoom
Carmel Village
MC
AL
IL
Fountain Valley (Colonia Juarez)
220
Facility 220
CA AVG 116
Rank #85 / 1,021
B+Yes
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 56
Rank #370 / 1,105
56
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #878 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 12
Rank #507 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
Wellquest 625 Fountain Valley LLC-
Sunny Place of Stockton
MC
AL
RESC
RC
Stockton (Lakeview)
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 116
Rank #848 / 1,021
BNo
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 56
Rank #189 / 1,105
29
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #294 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 12
Rank #259 / 974
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #619 / 926
Sunny Place Incorp. Dba Sunny Place Of Stockton-
Prairie City Landing
MC
AL
IL
-
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 116
Rank #107 / 1,021
A-Yes
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 56
Rank #403 / 1,105
10
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #243 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 12
Rank #507 / 974
-Shi-III Prairie City Landing Owner, LLC-

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Gardens at Northridge

17650 Devonshire St, Northridge, CA 91325
Overview of Gardens at Northridge

Gardens at Northridge offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Northridge, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care is available for a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available within the same community, which may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to a different setting. Outdoor options include a rooftop deck, patio, and gardens. The library and game room offer places for reading and games, while chef prepared meals are served in an elegant dining room and religious services are held on site. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring one when moving into a pet friendly apartment. A Walk Score of 62 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Lisa Villasenor serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Cogir on Napa Road

Tucked in the harmonious community of Napa Road, Sonoma, CA, Cogir on Napa Road offers exceptional assisted living and memory care. Experience comfort and safety like no other with cozy and sophisticated residences including private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. The community doubles its efforts in providing the highest quality of care for seniors to live their best lives within the campus.

Cogir on Napa Road aims to promote a vibrant and inviting community, paving the way for seniors to interact with their surroundings through fun activities and engaging programs. Eat good and feel good with healthy and delicious meals that cater to nutritional requirements and preferences. With its spacious and peaceful grounds, Cogir on Napa Road is ideal for relaxation and fabulous golden years.

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Overview of Yorkshire Village

Yorkshire Village provides four types of care in Hemet, CA, including hospice care, respite care, assisted living, and memory care. Hospice provides comfort care during the last stage of life. Respite refers to a brief period for the resident when the usual caregiver is away or recuperating.

This makes it suitable for a family requiring temporary support while the primary caregiver is not present. Memory care is the monitored, secured setting for a resident who may wander due to dementia, while assisted living provides assistance with daily activities.

Teresa Mapilis serves as the administrator, while Dorten Enterprises operates the community, which includes 100 beds. The rooms are private, each serving as a sole living area for one occupant.

Starting Price $3,200/Month

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Overview of Westmont of La Mesa

Enjoy various levels of care in a resort-style setting with Westmont of La Mesa, an excellent senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Featuring stunning, private apartments and a team of reliable and competent care professionals, the community ensures its residents are able to successfully age in place. Residents here are offered the right amount of care and support, including assistance with their daily living activities or compassionate memory support.

The community handles residents’ chores to give them more time for enjoyable pursuits, including the community’s vibrant activities and events. Delicious meals are served daily with accommodations for residents’ unique tastes and dietary preferences. Various amenities, such as a heated pool, fitness center, bistro, theater, and therapy services are also offered to make residents’ living experience more fun and enjoyable.

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Sea Bluffs

25411 Sea Bluffs Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629
Overview of Sea Bluffs

Sea Bluffs offers assisted living and memory care in Dana Point, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The two care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving from assisted living to memory care can happen without leaving the community.

Sea Bluffs has 88 beds, with studios, companion suites, and one and two bedroom layouts. The choices range from a single private space to a companion arrangement or a larger residence for someone moving with another person. A Walk Score of 53 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, where some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may therefore be able to handle some nearby errands independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet. Brent Broadhurst serves as administrator, and Well Oak Tenant and Oakmont Management Group operate the community.

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Overview of Clearwater at North Tustin

Clearwater at North Tustin pairs two care types in Santa Ana, CA, putting assisted living alongside memory care. Under assisted living, residents are helped with dressing, medication, and bathing. Memory care keeps watch inside a secure setting when wandering is a risk. Having both lets care keep pace as needs increase.

Its administrator is Jennifer Kornmann. Housing runs from studio units to two-bedroom homes, a studio being one private space. Respite care and Short-Term Stays provide temporary care when it’s needed.

The Walk Score here is 32, which is car-dependent. Pets are allowed, a Wellness Center is onsite, and the dining program serves chef-driven dishes.

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Overview of Summerfield Memory Care of Stockton

Summerfield Memory Care of Stockton is a senior living community nestled in the heart of Stockton, CA, specializing in memory care services. They offer both long-term and short-term stays in all their 56 elegantly furnished units, along with 24/7 assistance from their dedicated staff. Each resident receives personalized care depending on their needs, and also enjoy a number of services such as laundry and housekeeping, restaurant style dining, grooming services, and educational services to keep the mind active.

The goal of Summerfield Memory Care of Stockton is to provide the highest care their residents need by providing amenities like handicap accessible facilities, air-conditioned rooms, diet approved meal provision, and wander guards who secures the premises and the safety of senior residents living with memory loss. Aside from these, they also ensure that the residents’ minds stay active and healthy by creating programs and activities specifically designed for memory care.

Starting Price $5,200/Month

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Carmel Village

17077 San Mateo St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Overview of Carmel Village

Overlooking the beautiful neighborhood of Fountain Valley, CA, Carmel Village is a paradisal senior living community that offers three care levels, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents here enjoy a maintenance-free living in their impeccably designed accommodations near Huntington Beach, Mile Square Regional Park, and other local spots. Those needing extra care and support are provided with a 24-hour care team supervised by a licensed nurse and an array of care services, including assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and personal care assistance.

Residents live life to the fullest with a broad array of planned events and activities that provides plenty of opportunities for indulging their passions for arts, music, fitness, education, and other interests. Indulge in fine dining experiences with a daily selection of fresh, delicious meals served restaurant style in an elegant dining room. A wide array of delightful amenities are also available to foster activity, enjoyment, and leisure, such as a fully-equipped fitness center, clubhouse, card room, library, arts & crafts room, and a beauty parlor.

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Overview of Sunny Place of Stockton

Sunny Place of Stockton is a trusted residential care facility for the elderly located in Stockton, CA. With a focus on personalized care, the facility offers top-notch assisted living for seniors, ensuring that they receive the support they need while preserving their independence. They also offer specialized memory care services, catering to seniors dealing with Alzheimer’s and other dementia related conditions, providing a safe and comforting environment for their residents.
At Sunny Place of Stockton, residents benefit from round-the-clock assistance from staff and wander guards, ensuring their safety and well being. This facility als offers diabetic care and provides its residents with homestyle meals that are diet approved. They also organize social activities to foster community and connection among the residents. With amenities such as meticulous medication management, housekeeping, and laundry services, Sunny Place at Stockton creates a worry-free environment for its senior residents to live comfortably and gracefully.

Starting Price $4,500 - $6,500/Month

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Overview of Prairie City Landing

Prairie City Landing is an assisted living, independent living, and memory care community in Folsom, CA. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. All three care levels are available here. That may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time and who might move between care levels without leaving the community.

The community has 200 beds. Cheryl K Martin serves as the administrator, and Shi-Iii Prairie City Landing Owner operates the community. An area Walk Score of 68 places it in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still get out independently for nearby needs. Pets are allowed. Residents can keep a pet with them. Dining includes diverse, changing menus of made-from-scratch offerings served in three venues, giving residents multiple settings for meals.

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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.