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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,113 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: 57/ 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: 104The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around California

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.

Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Pomona
520
Facility 520
CA AVG 104
Rank #16 / 1644
No
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 57
Rank #1470 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
12
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #92 / 1497
84.0% -Congregational Homes, IncorporatedStudio
Vi at La Jolla Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
San Diego (University City)
783
Facility 783
CA AVG 104
Rank #5 / 1644
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 57
Rank #218 / 2087
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #731 / 1400
29
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1055 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #159 / 1497
69.3% -Ccw La Jolla LLC, Cc La Jolla LLC, And Classic Res MgmtSuite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Vi at Palo Alto
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Palo Alto
876
Facility 876
CA AVG 104
Rank #1 / 1644
No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #416 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
20
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #337 / 1497
73.1% -Cc Palo Alto LLC And Classic Res. Mgmt. Ltd. Partner1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Reutlinger Community
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Danville
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 104
Rank #560 / 1644
No
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 57
Rank #1715 / 2087
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #631 / 1400
22
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #884 / 1386
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1159
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #217 / 1497
65.0% A+Reutlinger Community, The And Eskaton Properties IncStudio / 1 Bed
OakView Health Center
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village)
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 104
Rank #1055 / 1644
No
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 57
Rank #1841 / 2087
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1400
7
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #431 / 1497
79.4% A+Oakview Hc LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Covenant Living at the Samarkand
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Santa Barbara (Samarkand)
379
Facility 379
CA AVG 104
Rank #31 / 1644
No
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 57
Rank #1343 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #92 / 1497
85.2% A+Covenant Living West-
Ridgeview Health Center
MC
AL
NH
SNF
San Diego (Scripps Ranch)
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 104
Rank #1011 / 1644
No
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 57
Rank #1941 / 2087
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 81
Rank #308 / 1400
17
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1111 / 1497
85.3% -Crestview Hc LLC-
The Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens a CCRC
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Fresno
652
Facility 652
CA AVG 104
Rank #9 / 1644
Yes
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1155 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1400
4
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #108 / 1497
57.2% A+Humangood & Humangood Norcal & Humangood Fresno-
O‘Connor Woods
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Stockton (Sherwood Manor)
499
Facility 499
CA AVG 104
Rank #23 / 1644
Yes
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 57
Rank #1821 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #82 / 1497
0-O'connor Woods HousingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
University Retirement Community
MC
AL
HC
IL
NH
SNF
Davis (West Davis)
500
Facility 500
CA AVG 104
Rank #22 / 1644
No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 57
Rank #1240 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1400
12
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1159
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #159 / 1497
0-Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Vineyards – California Armenian Home
MC
AL
IL
NH
RESC
SNF
Fresno (Roosevelt)
412
Facility 412
CA AVG 104
Rank #27 / 1644
Yes
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 57
Rank #1793 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1400
14
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #38 / 1497
54.1% -California Home For The Aged IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Spring Lake Village
MC
NH
AL
IL
Santa Rosa (Melita)
679
Facility 679
CA AVG 104
Rank #8 / 1644
Yes
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 57
Rank #1921 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1400
13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #45 / 1497
0A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Town & Country
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Santa Ana (East Memory Lane)
328
Facility 328
CA AVG 104
Rank #45 / 1644
Yes
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 57
Rank #829 / 2087
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 81
Rank #1247 / 1400
23
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #1235 / 1386
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1159
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 13
Rank #22 / 1497
32.9% A+Christian And Missionary Alliance-
GlenBrook Health Center
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Carlsbad
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 104
Rank #808 / 1644
No
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1155 / 2087
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1400
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #318 / 1497
64.2% -Glenbrook Hc LLC/Life Services LLC-
Sunny View
MC
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Cupertino (Monta Vista)
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 104
Rank #180 / 1644
Yes
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 57
Rank #1551 / 2087
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 81
Rank #825 / 1400
13
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1159
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #293 / 1497
63.2% -Front Porch Communities And Services-
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Overview of Yannica Guest Home II

Yannica Guest Home II is a safe community for residents in Stockton, CA in need of assisted living services. Catering to residents who could benefit from daily living assistance while maintaining their independence, the community provides services like personal care and medication management. The community also offers rehabilitation services and dementia care to ensure those in need of recovery or memory support are given appropriate care.

Residents here are given opportunities to have fun and stay active with plenty of community activities like cultural events, arts & crafts, and gardening offered. Every residence has an emergency response system for quick response during emergencies and needs, giving residents peace of mind. Meals, housekeeping, and laundry services are also offered to let residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle for a wonderful retirement experience.

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The Terraces at Park Marino

2587 East Washington Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91107
Overview of The Terraces at Park Marino

The Terraces at Park Marino, located at 2587 East Washington Boulevard in Pasadena, Los Angeles County, operates as a 112-bed nursing home, assisted living, and memory care facility under Park Marino Health Center, Inc. Administration is led by Maria Teresita Quizon, with Adam Khalifa as Executive Director. Licensed since June 2000, the community has 25 years of operating history serving seniors requiring short-term rehabilitation, assisted living support, and memory care services.

The facility earns 3–4 star CMS ratings on quality of care, performing 49–69 percent better than California averages on functional decline, mobility, falls prevention, and pressure ulcer management. Vaccination administration reaches 100 percent for both pneumococcal and influenza protocols. The payer profile leans heavily toward Medicare short-stay residents (87% of admissions, averaging 1 month), with 10 percent Medicaid long-stay admissions and typical stays of 1–2 years.

CMS ratings for staffing stand at 1-star, 71 percent below the California state average; a critical deficiency. Inspection records since 2021 show 23 total citations (130% above the California average), including 18 Type A serious citations (500% above the state average).

Most critically, on August 7, 2025, state inspectors substantiated a failure to evacuate a resident during a mandatory fire evacuation triggered by the Eaton fire. The resident was left in their room and had to be evacuated by the fire department, constituting an immediate risk to persons in care. Earlier deficiencies included inadequate dementia care planning and missing physician appraisals. The facility was destroyed in the Eaton fire.

As of January 2026, the facility is non-operational. Pending rebuilding and fire code compliance clearance, The Terraces at Park Marino’s operational status remains under reconstruction.

Prospective residents should verify the current facility status and address the substantiated emergency evacuation failure before considering placement.

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Tuscan Hills

3141 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92027
Overview of Tuscan Hills

Tuscan Hills is a trusted assisted living community in Escondido, CA, that offers comprehensive care options, ranging from independent living to memory care. With its compassionate and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults can ease their worries during their stay. Residents also receive the utmost attention and care, with exceptional services, including 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and weekly housekeeping. The community also works closely with residents to understand their needs and habits, providing individualized care plans.

Music programs, light exercises, and various activities ensure residents can live actively and make friends. An outdoor dining area, a movie theater, and spacious courtyards are among the many amenities dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness. Surrounded by trees, public transportation, and other local amenities, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This assisted living community has high standards of care and a clean setting, making it one of the best options for senior living in California.

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Overview of The Meadows Assisted Living

Located on East Stockton Boulevard about 2 miles from downtown Elk Grove, California, The Meadows Assisted Living is an assisted living and memory care community. The apartment-style community has 160 beds and has served residents for 2 years. It currently has an occupancy rate of about 56%. The community is operated by Vop The Meadows LP and Milestone Retirement Communities, with Alyssa Sellers serving as the administrator.

Residents receive daily health checks, medication management, and assistance with activities of daily living. Memory care therapy programs are available for residents who need specialized support. Scheduled local transportation helps residents get to medical appointments and nearby errands. Residents can stay active, build routines, and connect with others through a calendar of classes, activities, and outings.

The community welcomes pets, so residents can keep a companion animal during their stay. The area has a Walk Score of 53, which means it’s moderately walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, but other trips require driving.

State inspection reports describe the community as generally being in good condition, with proper safety equipment and adequate food supplies. One inspection identified a medication administration issue. Separate investigations into complaints involving hygiene, eviction, and quality of care found no evidence to support those claims.

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Overview of Siebenthal Elder Care Home

Experience the finest care and comfort with the unique senior living community of Siebenthal Care Home in Hunts Run Way, Sacramento, CA, providing assisted living and memory care. The community handles the maintenance and other household responsibilities for seniors to enjoy a maintenance-free retirement. Let go of your woes with a team of compassionate and highly trained professionals attending to your daily living activities and personal needs.

Cherish every moment of your best years with stimulating activities and enriching events. Residences are also fully furnished for residents’ convenience. Here, residents’ tastes and dietary needs are prioritized to ensure a delightful dining experience. Siebenthal Care Home is committed to enhancing seniors’ quality of life with exceptional services and incredible amenities.

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Serene Legacy

1508 Palermo Dr, Perris, CA 92571
Overview of Serene Legacy

Experience a better quality of life at Serene Legacy, a blissful retreat in Perris, CA that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The community is committed to improving residents’ well-being, providing top-tier care tailored to their needs 24/7. Residents can keep their peace of mind with beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations that aim to keep them comfortable and safe.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are also conducted, promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle. With delightful and healthy dining options, residents enjoy mealtimes that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and transportation assistance are also provided for residents’ convenience. The community is great for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its nurturing and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Siebenthal Elder Care Home

Receive the utmost care you deserve from Siebenthal Elder Care Home, a dedicated community in the quiet neighborhood of Sacramento, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. Residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with a kind and well-trained team helping with their personal needs and household responsibilities around the clock. Purposely designed and spacious accommodations in a cozy and nurturing environment are provided to optimize residents’ comfort and safety.

There’s no dull moment with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and enriching programs that aim to keep residents active and socially engaged. Three delicious and healthy meals are served to accommodate residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community can rest assured of taking their medication in time with its supervision. Here, residents enjoy the highest quality of life amidst the community’s clean setting.

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Overview of Golden Living Point Loma

Cherish every moment of your best years with the renowned senior living community of Golden Living of Point Loma residing in the tranquil residential grounds of Duke Street, San Diego, CA which offers memory care, respite care, temporary stays, and hospice care. The community ensures seniors’ safety and comfort by providing emergency call systems, balconies, patios in each room, and security cameras all over the campus. A responsible and highly qualified team lends extra hands around the clock for seniors to flourish and live to their potential.

Participate in enriching activities and exciting programs to maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle. With dining handled by the community, residents enjoy mealtimes without hassles. Golden Living Point Loma is great for seniors seeking the finest care and assistance for their ever-changing needs.

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Overview of Atria Newport Plaza

Established in 2019, Atria Newport Plaza is a residential care community in Newport Beach, California, offering skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation. With a three-story setting, this 160-bed community offers studio, suite, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. Located in a highly walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 85, the community also offers convenient access to nearby services and amenities for residents and visiting families.

Maintaining a 73% occupancy rate, the community’s average length of stay of 47 days also reflects its emphasis on post-acute recovery following hospitalization. Furthermore, residents receive approximately 3 hours and 37 minutes of nursing care each day, including 31 minutes from registered nurses, 2 hours and 20 minutes of hands-on assistance from nurse aides, and 1 hour and 8 minutes from licensed nurses. It also accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, which provides more flexible payment options.

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Overview of Sunrise of Sunnyvale

With accommodations for 103 residents, Sunrise of Sunnyvale is an assisted living community in Sunnyvale, California, that offers personal care. It has served older adults for 25 years and is operated by Sunrise Senior Living Management and Al III Invest LLC under the administration of Alberto Golia. Currently housing 81 residents, reflecting a 79% occupancy rate, the community has studio, suite, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom accommodations.

Additionally, its location along South Knickerbocker Drive is highly walkable, with a Walk Score of 80, allowing older adults and visiting families to reach many nearby shops, restaurants, and services on foot. The community is also pet-friendly, welcoming small animal companions.

State inspections have consistently reviewed medication management and resident safety practices, demonstrating ongoing regulatory oversight and reinforcing confidence in the community’s quality of care. Its 25-year operating history reflects long-term stability. Meanwhile, the range of housing options allows residents to choose a living arrangement that best suits their mobility, personal preferences, and space requirements.

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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 1113 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.