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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. 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.
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.
Ivy Park at Milpitas
MC
AL
Wy Milpitas (Warm Springs)
225
Facility 225
CA AVG 103
Rank #110 / 1,645
Yes
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,713 / 2,057
53
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,248 / 1,387
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,264 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
85.8%
Facility 85.8%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #443 / 1,452
Wm Milpitas Mgr LP, Gp Of Milpitas Phase I Ops LPStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Villa Capri at Varenna
MC
AL
Santa Rosa
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 103
Rank #912 / 1,645
No
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,929 / 2,057
26
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,387
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,264 / 1,433
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #424 / 1,507
83.8%
Facility 83.8%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #495 / 1,452
Varenna Assisted Living LLC And Gsl Mgmt Living LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Adelya Senior Home III
MC
AL
RESC
RC
Anaheim Hills
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,856 / 2,057
13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #652 / 1,507
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #998 / 1,452
Laricel, LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Paintbrush Assisted Living and Memory Support
MC
AL
Fresno (Westside)
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 103
Rank #640 / 1,645
No
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,345 / 2,057
39
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,201 / 1,387
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,353 / 1,433
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #156 / 1,507
65.5%
Facility 65.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,088 / 1,452
Paintbrush, LLC And Northstar Senior Living, IncStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Citrus Place
MC
AL
IL
Riverside (Ramona)
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 103
Rank #417 / 1,645
Yes
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,392 / 2,057
33
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,201 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
61.4%
Facility 61.4%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,166 / 1,452
Riverside Msl LLC And Msl Community Mnagement LLCStudio / 1 Bed Room
The Watermark at San Ramon
MC
AL
San Ramon
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 103
Rank #808 / 1,645
Yes
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,504 / 2,057
26
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #919 / 1,387
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,203 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
78.9%
Facility 78.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #698 / 1,452
San Ramon Sr. Hsg LLC And Integral Sr. Living Mgmt LLCSuite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sierra Ridge Memory Care
MC
Auburn
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,038 / 1,645
Yes
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 58
Rank #949 / 2,057
36
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,201 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
63.1%
Facility 63.1%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,136 / 1,452
Vop Sierra Ridge LP & Milestone Retirement Communi1 Bed
Palm Village Retirement Community
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Reedley
262
Facility 262
CA AVG 103
Rank #77 / 1,645
No
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,960 / 2,057
13
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #43 / 1,507
24.0%
Facility 24.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,452 / 1,452
Mennonite Brethren Homes, Inc-
Country Place Assisted Living
MC
AL
RC
Antioch
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,130 / 1,645
Yes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 58
Rank #529 / 2,057
34
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,142 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #540 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
Antioch Mgt, LLC-
Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages
MC
AL
RESC
San Jose (West Valley)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,086 / 2,057
7
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #424 / 1,507
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,306 / 1,452
Debra & Patrick Hall-

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Calabasas

Resting in the scenic lands of Ventura Boulevard, Calabasas, CA, Belmont Village Calabasas is a venerable senior living community offering memory care and assisted living. Experience a snug and spacious accommodation with various studio and one-bedroom floor plans, meticulously crafted for optimum comfort and safety. Maintain an active lifestyle with a compassionate and highly skilled team providing the highest quality of care and support for seniors’ special needs and preferences.

The community empowers seniors to thrive and meet people with diverse perspectives through fun events and wellness programs. Going above and beyond in enhancing seniors’ well-being, the community strives to meet their dietary needs and preferences with delicious and healthy meals. Belmont Villages Calabasas values the importance of companions, enabling seniors to live with their partners and bring their pets to enjoy the fabulous amenities surrounding the community. Proving its exceptional quality, the community was recognized as US News and World Reports’ Best Memory Care in 2024.

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Overview of Ivy Park at Milpitas

Peacefully nestled near Pinewood Park in Milpitas, CA, Ivy Park at Milpitas is an idyllic retreat that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, a kind and well-trained team provides exceptional care tailored to their needs 24/7. Beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations are also provided in a nurturing and welcoming environment to ensure residents feel a sense of belonging.

Residents will not feel lonely with a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and social events, highlighting their interests and strengths. Mealtimes satisfy dietary needs and foster comfort with delightful and well-balanced dining options served daily. This pet-friendly community is equipped with state-of-the-art amenities and top-tier services, ensuring residents make the most of their best years.

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Overview of Villa Capri at Varenna

Operated by Varenna Assisted Living LLC and GSL Mgmt Living LLC, Villa Capri at Varenna is an assisted living and memory care community on Fountaingrove Parkway in Santa Rosa, California. Maria Cortes serves as the administrator. Assisted living and memory care are both offered, so residents can move to a different level of support as their needs change without relocating.

The two-story community has 80 beds and has been serving residents for 19 years. Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments ranging from about 450 to just over 1,000 square feet. The community currently has an occupancy rate of about 84%. The area is car-dependent, so residents and visiting family should expect to drive for most errands and outings.

Residents have access to a fitness and yoga studio, library, bistro, courtyard, movie theater, activity room, and an on-site salon and beauty parlor. Apartment suites feature modern finishes and large windows that create a bright, open living space.

The California Department of Social Services conducts regular inspections of the community. Inspection reviews have mainly focused on medication administration, how quickly staff respond to resident requests, and how changes in a resident’s condition are shared with family members. Families considering Villa Capri at Varenna may ask how these areas are managed daily.

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Overview of Adelya Senior Home III

Catering to residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, Adelya Senior Home III is a reliable community in Anaheim Hills, CA that offers memory care services. The community helps its residents enjoy life despite their afflictions with the support of a 24/7 care team. From daily living assistance to programs designed for cognitive stimulation, residents have all the support and tools they need to retire comfortably.

The community also takes pride in forging close relationships with residents and their families, allowing for a smooth delivery of care and communication. There’s a wide array of activities to enjoy for residents, helping them live actively while enhancing their cognitive skills. Here, residents are guaranteed to receive the love, care, and compassion they need to live their lives to the fullest.

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Overview of Paintbrush Assisted Living and Memory Support

Paintbrush Assisted Living and Memory Support open minds in the community, ensuring everyone is treated with respect and dignity in their warm and welcoming environment. The family-owned community includes a team of dedicated and compassionate professionals to deliver high-quality care. Paintbrush is an ideal place for an elderly who seeks to find an accepting and inviting community, with programs and services that celebrate each individual.

The upscale assisted living and memory care center offers various services; residents are guaranteed to get personalized care catered to their needs in an inviting community with refined hospitality. Community features are inclusive dining and a cafe, entertainment programs, individual care plans, and long-term care plans.

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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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Overview of The Watermark at San Ramon

The Watermark at San Ramon is a resort-inspired senior living community located in San Ramon, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. The community offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with modern kitchenettes, as well as elegant dining spaces bathed in natural light. Highly trained caregivers are on hand 24/7 to assist with daily living activities, memory care services, and medication management.

Inside The Watermark at San Ramon, residents experience a luxurious lifestyle with a variety of amenities and programs designed to enhance their well-being. Residents can take advantage of restaurant-style dining, an array of wellness programs, and scheduled transportation. Housekeeping services are provided to keep residents from doing tedious chores and making sure they are living in a cozy and neat living environment. Here, residents have access to compassionate services, a dynamic community life calendar, and friendly neighbors, all of which contribute to a vibrant and fulfilling senior living experience.

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Overview of Sierra Ridge Memory Care

Sierra Ridge Memory Care is an innovative memory care community in Auburn, CA, that offers compassionate care for those with memory loss. Here, older adults can feel at home, accompanied by its nurturing and stress-free environment. With chef-prepared meals, 24-hour care, and housekeeping services, residents can maintain their independence without hassles. The community also works closely with residents to create care plans tailored to their unique needs and preferences.

Mind-stimulating activities, light exercises, and social events provide residents with more opportunities to make friends and learn new hobbies. Secure rooms and cozy communal spaces ensure residents can rest and move around without worries. Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital and DeWitt History Museum are located nearby, providing residents with easy access to their healthcare needs and leisure. As one of the trusted options for senior living in California, this memory care community strives to help older adults live to their potential.

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Overview of Palm Village Retirement Community

Operated by non-profit Mennonite Brethren Homes, Inc., Palm Village Retirement Community is a 262-bed continuing care retirement community in Fresno County, California. Licensed since 1987, the campus spans independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care. It offers residents a full care continuum without relocation as needs change.

Inspection record is above the California average. Since 2022, the community totaled 5 citations, half California’s average of 10, with 0.4 citations per inspection against a 3.3 state average. Four complaint visits occurred over the same period; the California average for a comparable campus is 13. The latest inspection was April 2026.

Services contain assisted living, Alzheimer’s and dementia care, rehabilitation and restorative therapies, and respite care. Barbara’s 50’s-Style Diner, a fitness center, a chapel, and walking paths are among the amenities. Religious services exist on-site, which reflect the community’s Mennonite Brethren affiliation.

Palm Village suits older adults and families planning ahead for a care continuum, particularly those aligned with a faith-based, non-profit model. The community is for those wanting settlement into a campus-style setting in San Joaquin Valley and age in place across care levels.

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Overview of Country Place Assisted Living

Country Place Assisted Living is a 49-bed nursing home serving the community for 14 years in Antioch, California, operated by Antioch Mgt, Llc. With Jennifer Richardson as administrator, the facility at 1715 Olive Lane sits in a very walkable neighborhood where most daily errands can be reached on foot.

Offering rehabilitation services and respite care, the facility suits well for residents transitioning from acute care settings or those needing temporary placement. Daily meals are home-cooked, with menus shaped by resident feedback, an approach signifying attention to individual preferences and satisfaction.

Facility inspections are conducted through the California health department, with data spanning five years since 2021. The latest inspection on file is from February 18, 2026. To understand the particular findings and any themes from such inspections, families should contact the facility or review the state inspection reports available through California’s regulatory agency.

For those considering Country Place Assisted Living, an on-site visit is vital to see the setting, meet staff, and talk about specific care needs and service availability.

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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.