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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. 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.
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.
Hope Home Assisted Living Facility
MC
AL
HOS
Diamond Bar
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
53
Facility 53
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,279 / 2,057
11
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,387
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,094 / 1,433
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
Jung Hyun KimPrivate / Shared Rooms
Aldersly
MC
AL
IL
San Rafael (Dominican)
172
Facility 172
CA AVG 103
Rank #251 / 1,645
Yes
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 58
Rank #195 / 2,057
34
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #992 / 1,387
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,244 / 1,433
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #361 / 1,507
47.7%
Facility 47.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,356 / 1,452
Aldersly/Life Care Services, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Alcove
Sky Park Gardens
MC
AL
Sacramento (Parkway-South Sacramento)
144
Facility 144
CA AVG 103
Rank #399 / 1,645
No
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 58
Rank #597 / 2,057
33
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #919 / 1,387
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,264 / 1,433
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 13
Rank #33 / 1,507
51.4%
Facility 51.4%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,294 / 1,452
Skypark Manor, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / Private / Semi-private Rooms
Valley Crest Memory Care
MC
Apple Valley
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,038 / 1,645
No
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,603 / 2,057
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
64.6%
Facility 64.6%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,100 / 1,452
Valley Crest Memory Care LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cogir on Napa Road
MC
AL
Sonoma
105
Facility 105
CA AVG 103
Rank #677 / 1,645
Yes
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,345 / 2,057
17
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #589 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
85.7%
Facility 85.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #446 / 1,452
Well Ca Wa Tenant LLC And Cogir Management Usa IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Felicita Vida
MC
AL
Escondido (Felicita)
123
Facility 123
CA AVG 103
Rank #543 / 1,645
Yes
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,885 / 2,057
2
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
65.9%
Facility 65.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,077 / 1,452
930 Monticello Dr Opco LLC And Oakmont Mgmt. Group LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed
Brookdale Kettleman Lane
MC
Lodi
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,101 / 1,645
Yes
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 58
Rank #641 / 2,057
36
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,264 / 1,433
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #605 / 1,507
82.1%
Facility 82.1%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #627 / 1,452
Emeritus CorporationPrivate Rooms / Shared Rooms
Bentley Manor by SCH
MC
AL
IL
RC
Los Angeles (Westdale)
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,267 / 1,645
No
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,126 / 2,057
21
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #919 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,237 / 1,507
92.6%
Facility 92.6%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #279 / 1,452
Specialized Community Healthcare CompanyStudio
Ivy Park at Claremont
MC
AL
Claremont
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 103
Rank #909 / 1,645
Yes
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,910 / 2,057
8
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #589 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
72.8%
Facility 72.8%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #860 / 1,452
Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Mangement Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at West San Jose
MC
AL
IL
San Jose (West Valley)
149
Facility 149
CA AVG 103
Rank #379 / 1,645
Yes
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 58
Rank #562 / 2,057
26
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #919 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
47.7%
Facility 47.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,356 / 1,452
Shp Vi Ms San Jose LLC And Morningstar Senior Mgmt LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Hope Home Assisted Living Facility

Hope Home Assisted Living Facility is an idyllic community on Highland Valley Road, Diamond Bar, CA, that offers assisted living. Here, residents enjoy the highest quality of care and support from a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. The community also handles daily living activities and household responsibilities, providing residents more time to do the things they truly enjoy.

Meet new friends and gain meaningful experiences with a well-thought-out calendar of fun activities and stimulating programs tailored to their leisure and wellness. Have the finest dining experience with healthy and delightful meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. Make the most out of your golden years with the community’s dedicated care and welcoming environment.

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Aldersly

326 Mission Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901
Overview of Aldersly

Have the finest retirement experience at Aldersly Retirement Community, an exceptional community in San Rafael, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and extended care. Alongside beautifully furnished and cozy studio and one-bedroom floor plans, housekeeping and linen services are also provided to ensure residents can feel at ease during their stay. Residents can also keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team providing top-notch care around the clock.

To enhance residents’ cognition and living experiences, fun recreational activities and stimulating programs are conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options served three times daily. Amenities include an on-site salon, a library, a greenhouse, safety features, a fitness studio, and a beautifully maintained garden, creating the ideal setting for residents to thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Sky Park Gardens

Age comfortably with Sky Park Gardens, a distinguished community conveniently located near local amenities in Sky Parkway, Sacramento, CA, offering assisted living. Residents keep peace of mind with a kind and highly qualified team helping with their personal needs 24/7. Conveniently furnished rooms in a bright and friendly environment are available, optimizing residents’ comfort and safety.

There’s no dull moment with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs conducted for leisure and wellness. Three delicious and healthy meals, alongside two satisfying snacks, are served daily to meet residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. Medication monitoring, escort assistance, and transportation services are also provided for residents’ comfort and convenience. The community is equipped with a library, beautifully manicured gardens, and serene paths, ideal for those seeking a relaxing setting for retirement.

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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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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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Felicita Vida

930 Monticello Dr #4407, Escondido, CA 92029
Overview of Felicita Vida

Conveniently settled in Escondido, CA, Felicita Vida is a remarkable senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and short term care. The community features a wide range of floor plans, including spacious studios, companion suites, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. A compassionate team goes the extra mile to make residents feel safe and comfortable through attentive service and friendly approach to care.

Designed with resident enjoyment in mind, the community features an array of activities and amenities, inspired by residents’ unique interests, passions, and requirements. Beautiful outdoor spaces with walking paths, provides a relaxing space for refreshing strolls. Residents are saved from the hassle of cooking or cleaning with a culinary team that carefully prepares nutritious meals daily, based on residents’ tastes and nutritional needs.

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Overview of Brookdale Kettleman Lane

A pinnacle of senior living and memory care experience, Brookdale Kettleman Lane is an exceptional community designed for those seeking the highest level of care and assistance during their golden years. Located in Lodi, California, the community features a well-recognized memory care program focused on offering a more personalized experience and consistent care assignments to residents in various stages of dementia. With 24/7 assistance and majestic floor plans, including a private and shared room, the community ensures individualized attention and a warm, intimate environment.

Brookdale Kettleman Lane believes that their residents’ comfort, satisfaction, and well-being matter the most, and to ensure they are met, they provide various amenities, including transportation to appointments and outings, well-prepared meals, and dining assistance for those who need a little extra help, and a personal solutions program to ensure residents have easy access to personal items. The community also provides various activities for residents’ engagement and entertainment, such as light workouts, live music performances, gardening clubs, Wii bowling tournaments, baking classes, and holiday celebrations.

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Overview of Bentley Manor by Sch

Settling in the harmonious neighborhood of McLaughlin Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, Bentley Manor by Sch is a reliable senior living community that provides assisted living. Relax within the purposely designed and sophisticated residences of Bentley Manor by Sch. Helping with seniors’ needs and aspirations, the community doubles its efforts to deliver top-notch care and support from a team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals for an active and well-versed retirement.

Ideally located near wonderful attractions and practical amenities, seniors can easily access their necessities and desires. Enjoyable activities and engaging programs are also conducted for seniors’ leisure and wellness. With its commitment to ensuring residents’ well-being, the community serves healthy and delicious meals for dietary satisfaction. Bentley Manor by Sch is a safe place to spend your golden years with its ethereal campus filled with incredible amenities and inviting spaces.

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Ivy Park at Claremont

2053 North Towne Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711
Overview of Ivy Park at Claremont

Ivy Park at Claremont is a charming senior living community nestled in Claremont, CA, offering assisted living and memory care services that can be tailored to every stage of retirement living. Just a few minutes away from major interstates and the iconic downtown Claremont Village, the community offers a unique blend of cultural richness and natural beauty. From activities and outdoor spaces meant to nourish body and soul to comprehensive care services, including concierge physician services, 24-hour personal care assistance, and the EverYou program for their memory care neighborhood, Ivy Park at Claremont ensures their residents’ holistic needs are met.

With the community’s spacious floor plans, featuring upgraded amenities and large windows, residents will feel safe and right at home. One of the highlights of living at Ivy Park is their Vine at Ivy restaurant, which offers fresh and delicious meals all day and a warm dining experience where residents can enjoy great conversation with friends. Other amenities include indoor & outdoor lounge areas, an activities studio, a library, a cafe, a full-service salon, social & educational programs, an emergency response system, scheduled transportation, and more.

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Overview of MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at West San Jose

A proud MorningStar Senior Living Group member, MorningStar at West San Jose provides exceptional assisted living and memory care services tailored to each individual’s needs. The community prides itself on providing the best services; striving to be the top-ranked assisted living community near Cupertino. An elegant community that is built on its contemporary design and styling, allowing for a more luxurious environment while providing resort-like service. Residents of MorningStar of San Jose can rest assured that they can feel like they’re a home away from home.

The community boasts elegant designs and upscale amenities such as its dining room, brightly-lit lounge areas, spacious apartments, courtyard, and arts and crafts studio. MorningStar promotes a stress-free lifestyle for their residents, providing essential services– housekeeping, social and recreational events, and transportation events. Management encourages residents to participate in activities and maximize the amenities to socialize and promote a warm and welcoming environment.

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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.