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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. 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.
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.
Evergreen Life Care Homes – Visalia
MC
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Visalia
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,199 / 1,645
Yes
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,242 / 2,057
17
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1,387
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,327 / 1,433
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #268 / 1,507
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #805 / 1,452
Neil & Melanie TantingcoStudio / Semi-Private Rooms
Desert Cottages III
MC
AL
HOS
RESC
RC
Indio
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
Yes
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,856 / 2,057
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #605 / 1,507
-Desert Cottages, LLC1 Bed / Semi-Private
San Carlos Elms
MC
AL
San Carlos
130
Facility 130
CA AVG 103
Rank #484 / 1,645
Yes
97
Facility 97
CA AVG 58
Rank #29 / 2,057
15
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #156 / 1,507
-San Carlos Development Corporation-
The Hills Post Acute
MC
NH
SNF
Santa Ana (Meredith Parkwood)
174
Facility 174
CA AVG 103
Rank #247 / 1,645
No
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 58
Rank #739 / 2,057
21--
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 13
Rank #13 / 1,507
96.6%
Facility 96.6%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #181 / 1,452
--
Orchard Park Senior Living
MC
AL
Clovis
148
Facility 148
CA AVG 103
Rank #380 / 1,645
Yes
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,048 / 2,057
64
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,321 / 1,387
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,327 / 1,433
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
68.2%
Facility 68.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #975 / 1,452
Mg Clovis Subtenant LLC And Calson Care Clovis, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Terraces at Park Marino
MC
AL
RC
Pasadena
112
Facility 112
CA AVG 103
Rank #629 / 1,645
Yes
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,323 / 2,057
31
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,387
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,391 / 1,433
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #247 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
Park Marino Health Center, Inc-
Orchard Park Senior Living Community
MC
AL
Clearlake
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,101 / 1,645
Yes
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,810 / 2,057
24
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
46.4%
Facility 46.4%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,368 / 1,452
Ep Operation Clearlake And Lakeside Vista Senior LLC-
Townsend House
MC
AL
HOS
Chico
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,218 / 1,645
Yes
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,487 / 2,057
13
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #843 / 1,507
76.3%
Facility 76.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #776 / 1,452
Rcfe Management LLC-
Cloisters of the Valley, LLC
MC
RC
San Diego (Mission Valley)
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 103
Rank #996 / 1,645
No
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 58
Rank #701 / 2,057
54
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,296 / 1,387
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,156 / 1,433
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #361 / 1,507
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #342 / 1,452
Del Rio Care, LLC And Bayshire, LLC-
Aegis Living San Rafael
MC
AL
HOS
RC
San Rafael
98
Facility 98
CA AVG 103
Rank #786 / 1,645
Yes
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 58
Rank #701 / 2,057
4
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
-
48.0%
Facility 48.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,352 / 1,452
Aegis Senior Communities LLC-

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Overview of Sunny Beach Villa

Sunny Beach Villa is small by design: six beds, a single-story building, tucked into Sacramento’s New Broadmoor Estates neighborhood. It’s been open 16 years. Right now, two of those six beds are filled, putting occupancy at 33%, well below capacity. Getting around the neighborhood is easy. The Walk Score here is 76, very walkable, genuinely uncommon for a facility this size.

The care model spans four categories under one roof: memory care, assisted living, independent living, and nursing home services. Day-to-day, that means round-the-clock help with daily living tasks, medication reminders, and support with routine household responsibilities. Transportation and walking assistance are available for residents who need them, and meals are prepared with individual dietary needs in mind. Units come in a single housing type, one-bedroom, and pets are welcome.

On the regulatory side, inspections here have tended to center on four recurring areas: medication management, fire-safety systems, environmental and hazardous-materials safety, and fall and injury prevention. These are the kinds of categories regulators watch across facilities of this type generally.

Sunny Beach Villa is a small, low-occupancy community offering an unusually broad span of care types for its size, from memory care through nursing-home-level services, in a genuinely walkable Sacramento neighborhood. For families drawn to a smaller, more intimate setting over a larger campus, that combination of scale and range is the defining feature here.

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Overview of Evergreen Life Care Homes – Visalia

Evergreen Life Care Homes – Visalia is a reliable assisted living community in Visalia, CA designed to provide personalized care and amenities that foster general well-being. Focusing on residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia-related issues, the community creates a safe environment that caters to their unique needs. Those with chronic or terminal illnesses also find comfort in the community with its compassionate palliative and hospice care.

A great array of exciting and interesting activities are also offered, allowing residents to enjoy a fulfilling retirement filled with fun and recreation. Delectable meals are also prepared with careful consideration of residents’ dietary needs and tastes, allowing them to enjoy their meal times. Here, residents enjoy an improved quality of life surrounded by kind and reliable caregivers dedicated to their well-being and safety.

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Overview of Desert Cottages III

Peacefully set in the quiet neighborhood of Pettirosso St, Indio, CA, Desert Cottages III, is an idyllic retreat that focuses on dementia and Alzheimer’s care. The community strives to provide a safe place for up to six residents with its cozy and quaint setting. A compassionate and highly skilled team attends to residents’ special needs 24/7 to ensure their comfort and safety. With over 30 years of experience, residents are guaranteed to receive the utmost care they deserve.

Promoting belongingness and an active lifestyle, the community conducts enriching activities and stimulating programs for residents’ leisure and wellness. Handicap accessible amenities are also provided for residents’ safety. The community is ideal for those seeking to enhance their cognition with its specialized care and purposely designed amenities.

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Overview of San Carlos Elms

San Carlos Elms is a 130-bed assisted living and memory care community located at 707 Elm Street in the heart of San Carlos, California. Managed by the non-profit San Carlos Development Corporation under administrator Scott Evans, the community has served local seniors for 28 years.

Residents can choose between private apartments and separate memory care accommodations in a specialized neighborhood. The facility features an elegant, formal dining room where residents actively participate in menu planning. The property is pet-friendly and includes secure outdoor patios. Carrying a near-perfect walk score of 97, the neighborhood is exceptionally walkable, allowing residents and visiting families to reach nearby downtown shopping, dining, and the local transit station entirely on foot.

Families considering the community should reach out to the administration to check current bed availability.

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Overview of The Hills Post Acute

Recognized as Santa Ana’s foremost location for short-term rehabilitation, The Hills Post Acute is a senior community committed to service excellence, ensuring a stay that is both comfortable and conducive to therapeutic healing. Staying at the forefront of their field through ongoing education, physical and occupational therapists leverage the latest research to enhance balance and mitigate fall risks. They employ a broad spectrum of therapeutic modalities and a comprehensive therapy program encompassing strengthening, balance training, pain management, wound care, urinary incontinence solutions, and expanding patients’ range of motion.

The rehabilitation journey at The Hills Post Acute is characterized by dedication, innovation, and a focus on each individual’s overall health and recovery. Their dedicated and skilled team collaborates closely with each resident, their families, and their healthcare providers. This collaborative effort results in the creation of comprehensive and highly effective care and treatment plans individually tailored to the specific needs of each senior patient.

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Overview of Orchard Park Senior Living

Nestled in Clovis, California, Orchard Park Senior Living offers an exceptional home environment known for its ideal setting and excellent location. The facility provides a range of accommodation options, including private and shared rooms equipped with kitchenettes, private bathrooms, Internet access, and fully furnished spaces. Beyond the comfortable living spaces, Orchard Park Senior Living offers comprehensive services such as medication management, a 24-hour call system, transportation services, daily activities, and personalized assistance.

Recovery is made seamless under their care, facilitated by their convenient proximity to hospitals and a myriad of entertainment options to keep seniors engaged. With a dedicated 24-hour staff, outdoor common areas, and both on-site and off-site activities, Orchard Park Senior Living ensures a vibrant and supportive atmosphere for residents. The facility is a testament to quality nursing home care, receiving positive nursing home reviews for its commitment to creating a welcoming and enriching environment for its residents.

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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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Overview of Orchard Park Senior Living Community

Orchard Park Senior Living Community is a 56-bed assisted living and memory care community under administrator Melissa Jones at 14789 Burns Valley Road in Clearlake, Lake County, California. Operated by EP Operation Clearlake and Lakeside Vista Senior LLC, the community licensed since 2019 serves residents with respite care, pet-friendly accommodations, and utilities included.

Above California’s average is the inspection record. Since 2021, the facility has totaled 5 citations, 50 percent below California’s average of 10, with 8 complaints against a state average of 14 and complaint visits at 8 versus a state average of 13. No serious citations exist on record. The latest inspection was December 2025.

With fully equipped kitchens and emergency response systems, the community offers spacious studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments. Chef-inspired meals accommodate special diets. Scheduled regularly are wellness and social activities, arts programming, and life engagement events.

Having below-average citation and complaint records and a full apartment-style living option in Lake County, the community is suitable for older adults seeking assisted living or memory care in a moderately sized community in Clearlake.

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Overview of Townsend House

Operated by Rcfe Management LLC, Townsend House is an assisted living community in Chico, California. It offers assisted living, hospice care, and memory care in one location. Chablis Pasquale serves as the administrator. The community is located at 10 Ilahee Lane in Butte County, a few miles from downtown Chico.

The 38-bed community has been serving residents for 7 years. There’s a mix of private and semi-private rooms, with a current occupancy rate of about 76%. This combination of community size and room options can suit residents who want more privacy while still having easy access to shared spaces and staff support.

Staff is available 24 hours a day. The community combines memory care and hospice care with assisted living, allowing many residents to remain in the same community if their care needs change. Daily support includes housekeeping, meal service, transportation assistance, and on-site security systems. Townsend House also welcomes pets. Transportation services, fitness programs, and recreation activities are part of everyday life.

The area has a Walk Score of 44, which is considered somewhat walkable. A few nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require a car.

State inspections conducted by the California Department of Social Services have generally found that the community meets staff training and safety equipment requirements. Earlier inspections also identified concerns involving resident supervision and personal privacy, which led to corrective action and staff retraining. Families considering Townsend House may ask how resident supervision and privacy practices are currently being managed.

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Overview of Cloisters of the Valley

A 70-bed nursing home with 21 years of operating experience, Cloisters of the Valley in San Diego, California, is located at 4171 Camino Del Rio South in a really walkable neighborhood. The facility offers rehabilitation services, respite care, and short-term respite care with 24/7 staffing.

Residents eat three meals daily in a restaurant-style setting, complemented by weekly housekeeping and linen service. The facility keeps comprehensive support systems, including regularly scheduled assessments and medication reviews, along with various social, educational, religious, and recreational activities. On-site amenities feature a beauty salon, spa, and therapy garden. All utilities, including Direct TV, Wi-Fi, and local telephone service, are provided. Beds made daily, with trash removal.

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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.