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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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.
Raya’s Paradise, Inc VI
MC
AL
HOS
RC
West Hollywood (Fairfax)
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 116
Rank #858 / 1,021
A-No
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 56
Rank #44 / 1,105
17
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #172 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
-
54.5%
Facility 54.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #806 / 926
-Private Rooms / Shared Rooms
Brightwater Senior Living of Highland
MC
AL
Highland
115
Facility 115
CA AVG 116
Rank #442 / 1,021
C+No
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 56
Rank #833 / 1,105
31
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #733 / 956
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #799 / 979
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 12
Rank #354 / 974
79.1%
Facility 79.1%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #380 / 926
Highland Al-Mc Gp LLC As Gp Of Highland Al-Mc Grou-
CountryHouse in Folsom
MC
Folsom
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 116
Rank #724 / 1,021
B-No
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 56
Rank #903 / 1,105
19
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #564 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #561 / 926
Avenida Partners Director LLC And Agemark Mgmt LLCPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Citrus Place
MC
AL
IL
Riverside (Ramona)
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 116
Rank #296 / 1,021
B-Yes
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 56
Rank #721 / 1,105
33
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #813 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #580 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
61.4%
Facility 61.4%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #736 / 926
Riverside Msl LLC And Msl Community Mnagement LLCStudio / 1 Bed Room
Oceanside Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Oceanside (Guajome)
165
Facility 165
CA AVG 116
Rank #192 / 1,021
B+Yes
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,007 / 1,105
37
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #733 / 956
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #658 / 979
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 12
Rank #507 / 974
55.8%
Facility 55.8%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #797 / 926
Hrse Pacficia Senior Living Oceanside Trs LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Palm Village Retirement Community
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Reedley
262
Facility 262
CA AVG 116
Rank #56 / 1,021
BNo
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,045 / 1,105
13
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #294 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 12
Rank #23 / 974
24.0%
Facility 24.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #926 / 926
Mennonite Brethren Homes, Inc-
North La Costa Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Carlsbad (La Costa Valley)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
B-No
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,007 / 1,105
6
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #172 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 12
Rank #507 / 974
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #274 / 926
North La Costa Assisted Living LLC-
Desert Cottages III
MC
AL
HOS
RESC
RC
Indio
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
B+Yes
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 56
Rank #976 / 1,105
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #172 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 12
Rank #354 / 974
-Desert Cottages, LLC1 Bed / Semi-Private
San Dimas Retirement
MC
AL
San Dimas
343
Facility 343
CA AVG 116
Rank #32 / 1,021
CNo
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 56
Rank #353 / 1,105
82
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 13
Rank #945 / 956
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 3
Rank #912 / 979
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 12
Rank #26 / 974
33.2%
Facility 33.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #915 / 926
San Dimas Retirement, LLCPrivate Rooms
Westmont of Brentwood
MC
AL
IL
Brentwood
155
Facility 155
CA AVG 116
Rank #226 / 1,021
CYes
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 56
Rank #920 / 1,105
58
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #902 / 956
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #858 / 979
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 974
81.9%
Facility 81.9%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #335 / 926
Westmont Mgr Gp LLC, Gp Of Fresno Ops And Westmont LvngStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Raya’s Paradise, Inc VI

849-851 North Gardner Street, West Hollywood, CA 90046
Overview of Raya’s Paradise, Inc VI

Raya’s Paradise VI offers assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in West Hollywood, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while residents can have either a private or shared room. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia, hospice care supports residents with end of life needs, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 11 beds. Its smaller size may suit someone who prefers a more intimate setting. Private rooms give one resident a room of their own, while shared rooms suit someone who wants a companion. Located in the Fairfax neighborhood, Raya’s Paradise VI has a Walk Score of 94, meaning the area is a walker’s paradise where daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Moti Gamburd serves as the administrator, and the community may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a secured setting and prefers a smaller community.

Contact Raya’s Paradise, Inc VI

Overview of Brightwater Senior Living of Highland

Brightwater Senior Living of Highland offers assisted living and memory care in Highland, California. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, so it may suit a person living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia.

The community has 115 beds, with staff available around the clock. Respite care offers short term stays for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. Residents can use the fitness center, spa, barber and beauty salon, Orange Blossom Theater, and courtyards and patios with walking paths, while scheduled transportation is available by motor coach. A Walk Score of 37 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Marguerite Crockem serves as the administrator.

Starting Price $4,675/Month

Contact Brightwater Senior Living of Highland

Overview of CountryHouse in Folsom

CountryHouse in Folsom provides memory care in Folsom, CA, along with respite care for people living with dementia. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision, while respite care provides a short-term stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs supervised support in a dementia-focused setting.

The 60-bed community has private and semi-private rooms. A resident can have a room to themselves or share living space with a companion. The secured outdoor area includes walking paths, a water feature, a putting green and a fire pit, giving residents designated space for outdoor activities.

An on-site salon and spa allow residents to receive grooming services within the community. Free local transportation provides rides for local trips without requiring a separate arrangement. Katherine Martinez serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by Avenida Partners Director LLC and Agemark Mgmt.

Starting Price $6,495/Month

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Citrus Place

7898 California Ave, Riverside, CA 92504
Overview of Citrus Place

Citrus Place is an outstanding community set in the quiet residential area of California Avenue, Riverside, CA, that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ welfare, providing top-tier care and assistance for their special needs, alongside specially designed studio and one-bedroom accommodations, to optimize comfort and safety. As a member of MBK Senior Living, the community features luxurious and high-quality services for residents to spend their later years without worries.

Elevate your retirement experience with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs tailored to your leisure and wellness. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals, catering to your dietary needs and tastes. Amenities include a swimming pool, a movie theater, a salon, a game room, and community gardens, perfect for recreation and socialization.

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Oceanside Senior Living

5508 Avenida Pacifica Wy, Oceanside, CA 92057
Overview of Oceanside Senior Living

Oceanside Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in the Guajome neighborhood of Oceanside, California. Independent living provides 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. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, giving families temporary support when they cannot provide care themselves.

Several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time. The community has 165 beds, bringing more residents and staff, along with more programming than a smaller setting.

Housing includes studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments. A resident can choose a private single space, while a couple or companion can move in together in a larger apartment.

Residents can use the pool, fitness center, salon, barber, spa, movie theater, gardens, walking paths, and benches for recreation, personal care, indoor entertainment, and time outdoors. Rehabilitation services and a wellness program provide structured support for physical activity and recovery, and transportation is available for trips beyond the community.

Pets are allowed, so residents may continue living with a pet. Kristel Angela Johnson serves as the administrator, and Hrse Pacficia Senior Living Oceanside Trs operates the community.

Contact Oceanside Senior Living

Overview of Palm Village Retirement Community

Palm Village Retirement Community offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing home and skilled nursing care in Reedley, CA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Multiple care levels can support a resident’s move within the community as needs change, so Palm Village may be a good fit for someone whose care needs are likely to grow over time. The community has 262 beds, making it a larger setting with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Karely Alcantar serves as administrator, Jim Higbee is the director, and Mennonite Brethren Homes operates the community.

Residents can use the fitness center, walking paths, beauty shop, game area with pool table, and Barbara’s Diner for exercise, personal care, recreation, and dining. Group activities and transportation are provided, allowing residents to take part in organized outings without arranging transportation independently. Rehabilitation and restorative therapies support residents working to recover or maintain function, while the chapel and religious services provide an on-site place for worship; meals also receive extra attention to dietary restrictions and requirements.

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Overview of North La Costa Assisted Living

Conveniently located in the heart of Carlsbad, CA, North La Costa Assisted Living is a welcoming senior living community that offers a blend of elegance and personalized care for seniors. The community provides a comprehensive range of care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care, all within beautifully designed living spaces. Residents can choose from a variety of thoughtfully designed accommodations with several floor plans, ensuring a comfortable living space tailored to individual needs.

The community is committed to holistic well-being, providing enriching activites such as music sessions and recreational outings. A dedicated team coordinates personalized healthcare services, from medication management to in-home medical visits. Moreover, residents can enjoy top-tier amenities such as pet therapy and wellness visits from stylists, creating a vibrant atmosphere where they can thrive. North La Costa Assisted Living is committed to fostering an engaging community focused on comfort, dignity enjoy for every resident.

Price range $3,500 - $4,500/Month

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Overview of Desert Cottages III

Desert Cottages III provides assisted living, hospice care, memory care, residential care, and respite care in Indio, CA. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care centers on comfort and end of life needs, residential care provides ongoing support in a residential setting, and respite care gives a family caregiver a short stay option when they need to travel or recover.

Several care types in one community may suit a resident whose needs change over time, since care may continue without a move to another community. There are 6 beds, creating a small setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Housing includes one bed and semi private options, so residents can choose either a single occupancy arrangement or a shared setting.

Pets are allowed, which means a resident may keep a pet while living at the community. Elizabeth Hengstler serves as the administrator, and Desert Cottages operates the community. Desert Cottages III may be a good fit for someone who needs memory care, hospice care, or a short term respite stay within a small residential setting.

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Overview of San Dimas Retirement

San Dimas Retirement delivers assisted living and memory care services in San Dimas, California. Daily assistance covers needs like bathing, dressing, and medication management for individuals living in their own spaces. Memory care operates in a secured environment designed to protect residents prone to wandering. Having these dual care levels accommodates changing needs over time, and respite care is also available for temporary stays when primary caregivers take a break.

The 343-bed facility creates a vibrant, large-scale environment supported by extensive staffing and varied programming. Accommodations include private or semi-private room layouts, catering to seniors aged 60 and older.

On-site rehabilitation services remove outside travel for therapy needs. Residents utilize a barber and salon setup, access group transportation, and spend time outdoors across garden patios and balconies. Priscilla Gaytan manages daily operations as the administrator. A walk score of 71 points to a highly walkable neighborhood where residents handle most daily errands on foot.

Interested individuals evaluating care options in the San Dimas area can get in touch with San Dimas Retirement for inquiries and book a tour.

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Overview of Westmont of Brentwood

Nestled in a welcoming neighborhood in Contra Costa County, Brentwood, CA, Westmont of Brentwood is a classic senior living community, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community offers comfortable, attractive residences that come in variations of studio, one, and two-bedroom layouts that include cable connections, individual thermostats, emergency response systems, and fully equipped kitchens. Residents benefit from housekeeping services, so they have more time to connect with friends, explore the community, or enjoy the privacy of their well-designed apartments.

The community uses a holistic approach to whole-body wellness, featuring activities and programs that enrich residents’ physical, social, cognitive, and emotional well-being. From fitness classes and lifelong learning classes, to social events and musical and artistic endeavors, the community ensures there are plenty of opportunities to improve all aspects of residents’ wellbeing. In addition to vibrant activities and community spaces, residents also enjoy an exquisite dining experience with a variety of healthy and delicious menus to choose from, which ensures their bodies are nourished and their cravings satisfied.

Starting Price $5,195/Month

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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.