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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. 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.
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.
Adelya Senior Home
MC
AL
RESC
RC
Anaheim Hills
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
D+No
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 56
Rank #989 / 1,105
3
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 12
Rank #468 / 974
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #619 / 926
Laricel LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Serra Highlands Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Daly City (Serramonte)
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 116
Rank #401 / 1,021
C-Yes
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 56
Rank #602 / 1,105
31
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #686 / 956
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #799 / 979
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 12
Rank #126 / 974
41.7%
Facility 41.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #892 / 926
Pacifica Cl Ca LLC, Pacifica Daly 2 LP, And Daly CityStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Alexander Gardens
MC
AL
Santa Barbara (Upper East)
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 116
Rank #818 / 1,021
C-No
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 56
Rank #468 / 1,105
13
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #343 / 956
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #763 / 979
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 12
Rank #416 / 974
63.9%
Facility 63.9%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #695 / 926
Gl And Vl LLCPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Astoria Park Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Pasadena (Catalina Villas)
220
Facility 220
CA AVG 116
Rank #85 / 1,021
D+Yes
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 56
Rank #154 / 1,105
75
53
Facility 53
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 956
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 3
Rank #923 / 979
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 12
Rank #779 / 974
68.2%
Facility 68.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #599 / 926
Astoria Park Senior Living LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Newport Beach Memory Care
MC
RC
Newport Beach (Superior Heights)
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 116
Rank #797 / 1,021
C-Yes
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 56
Rank #263 / 1,105
28
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #716 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #580 / 979
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 12
Rank #416 / 974
59.5%
Facility 59.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #766 / 926
Corktree Holdings, LLCPrivate Rooms
Carefield Pleasanton Memory Care
MC
AL
RESC
Pleasanton
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 116
Rank #627 / 1,021
D+No
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 56
Rank #572 / 1,105
16
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #343 / 956
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #717 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
59.8%
Facility 59.8%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #759 / 926
Sh 10 Pleasanton Opco, LLC And Crfld Management, LLCStudio
The Oaks at Nipomo
MC
AL
IL
Nipomo
122
Facility 122
CA AVG 116
Rank #391 / 1,021
C-Yes
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 56
Rank #774 / 1,105
46
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #878 / 956
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #841 / 979
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 12
Rank #468 / 974
78.7%
Facility 78.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #388 / 926
Nipomo Oaks, Gp Of Nipomo Oaks Ops LP And Westmont LvngStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Country Place Assisted Living
MC
AL
RC
Antioch
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 116
Rank #764 / 1,021
CYes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 56
Rank #272 / 1,105
34
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #762 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 12
Rank #308 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
Antioch Mgt, LLC-
Marbella Chico
MC
AL
Chico
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 116
Rank #645 / 1,021
CNo
97
Facility 97
CA AVG 56
Rank #16 / 1,105
35
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #827 / 956
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 3
Rank #912 / 979
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 12
Rank #126 / 974
83.5%
Facility 83.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #271 / 926
Chico Ventures LLC And Integral Senior Liv Mgmt LLC-
Lexington Assisted Living
MC
AL
RC
Ventura
125
Facility 125
CA AVG 116
Rank #375 / 1,021
D-No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 56
Rank #222 / 1,105
68
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #902 / 956
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 3
Rank #973 / 979
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 12
Rank #294 / 974
44.8%
Facility 44.8%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #880 / 926
Victoria Ventura Assisted Living Community, IncStudio / 1 Bed

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Adelya Senior Home

495 S. Westridge Circle, Anaheim Hills, CA 92807
Overview of Adelya Senior Home

Serving the needs of those living with memory-related conditions, Adelya Senior Home is a safe and caring community in Anaheim Hills, CA, that provides specialized memory care. Residents here thrive with 24/7 assistance with activities of daily living provided by dementia-trained caregivers. The community also makes sure residents have access to additional services like physician visits, podiatrists, and manicures for more convenience.

Cognitive stimulation and physical activity are encouraged by the community’s wide array of engaging activities. Residents’ nutrition is also closely monitored to make sure they receive proper nourishment. Enjoy your peace of mind knowing you’re in good and capable hands with Adelya Senior Home.

Contact Adelya Senior Home

Overview of Serra Highlands Senior Living

Serra Highlands Senior Living in Daly City, CA, caters to various senior needs through its independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care options. Independent living provides a private home with community perks but no assistance, whereas assisted living adds physical help with bathing, dressing, and managing prescriptions. Memory care delivers a supervised, secure environment for those with memory impairment, while respite care supports temporary stays during caregiver breaks. Access to all four programs on one campus lets residents adjust their care levels without relocating.

Joshua Lambengco oversees the 120-bed property. Daily activities include fitness classes and art sessions, alongside facilities like an on-site salon, spa, courtyard, and garden spaces. The facility permits pets, allowing incoming residents to bring their animals along.

Nearby surroundings carry a walk score of 56, rating the area as fairly walkable. Seniors who choose not to drive can handle a few routine errands on foot, though other tasks will require transit.

Prospective representatives can get in touch with the community to learn about availability or arrange a guided walkthrough of the property.

Contact Serra Highlands Senior Living

Alexander Gardens

2120 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Overview of Alexander Gardens

Operating since 2015, Alexander Gardens provides assisted living and memory care in Santa Barbara, California. Residents receive assistance with daily tasks, including bathing, dressing, and medication. Fitness and recreation provide opportunities for entertainment and wellness.

The home has 36 beds in a variety of private and semi-private rooms, allowing residents to stay by themselves or share with someone. Occupancy is at 63.9%. Its Walk Score of 64 also places the area in the somewhat walkable range.

Moreover, a beauty salon provides grooming services within the community, and chef-prepared meals are available. Gl and Vl operate Alexander Gardens, while Mitchell Leichter serves as administrator.

Contact Alexander Gardens

Overview of Astoria Park Senior Living

Astoria Park Senior Living in Pasadena, CA, offers independent living and memory care. Its list also includes assisted living and respite care. Residents with dementia who might wander get memory care supervision, and the space around them is kept secure.

An independent living resident runs a private household, draws on community services, and handles personal care alone. Move up to assisted living and the apartment stays private, while staff start helping the resident bathe, dress, and keep up with medication. Respite care is the one level built around going home again, a brief stay while the regular caregiver travels or recovers.

With four levels on one list, a resident who starts independent has somewhere to go inside the same community once that stops being enough. Maria Quizon administers a community of 220 beds, a large scale that can support a broad range of services and programs.

Catalina Villas, the surrounding neighborhood, has an 85 from Walk Score. That makes it very walkable, and most errands can be handled on foot. A pet can move in alongside its owner.

Housing comes in three sizes. A studio is built for one person, and a one-bedroom puts the bed in its own room. A two-bedroom gives space to two people sharing, whether spouses or a resident and a companion.

Contact Astoria Park Senior Living

Overview of Newport Beach Memory Care

Newport Memory Care is a community that enjoys a convenient location in California. They are close to the 55 freeway and within walking distance of Hoag Hospital Newport Beach. This specialized Memory Care Community is carefully designed to provide gentle daily structure, aimed at preserving residents’ abilities and nurturing a sense of security. While Newport Memory Care operates as a private pay community, they also accept Long Term Care Insurance and Veterans Aid for added financial flexibility.

For those in need of respite care, Newport Memory Care offers a program that delivers both security and supervision for durations ranging from two days to two weeks. Accommodations include single occupancy and companion rooms, ensuring a comfortable stay. Rooms are equipped with personal climate control, in-room WiFi, flat screen TVs, essential safety features, and a nurse call speaker for direct communication.

Contact Newport Beach Memory Care

Overview of Carefield Pleasanton Memory Care

Carefield Pleasanton’s vision is to cultivate a community where seniors who require memory care thrive in a supportive and engaging environment. Located in Pleasanton, California, the community celebrates individuality while offering state-of-the-art programs and activities. Carefield Pleasanton aims to be an oasis of life enjoyment, fostering meaningful connections among residents, staff, friends, and family.

The community offers exemplary amenities and services to meet residents’ diverse needs. They ensure a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle with 24-hour staffing, delicious meals, engaging programs, and beautiful outdoor spaces. Residents can enjoy social, cultural, and recreational activities, personalized care plans, and convenient transportation for medical appointments, all designed to promote well-being and happiness.

Starting Price $6,295/Month

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The Oaks at Nipomo

177 Mary Ave, Nipomo, CA 93444
Overview of The Oaks at Nipomo

The Oaks at Nipomo offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Nipomo, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while the resident keeps a private apartment, independent living provides private living without daily care, and memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. With all three care levels available, the community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 122 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences, including layouts for someone living alone or a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet. On site therapy lets residents receive rehabilitation without arranging transportation elsewhere, while manicured gardens and outdoor areas provide places to spend time outside.

A Walk Score of 43 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Ronald C. Freeman serves as the administrator.

Contact The Oaks at Nipomo

Overview of Country Place Assisted Living

Country Place Assisted Living provides assisted living, memory care and respite care in Antioch, CA. Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks, while memory care offers a supervised setting for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

With 49 beds, the community has a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another, and its multiple care levels may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

Pets are allowed, so residents may continue living with their pets. A Walk Score of 76 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently. Home cooked meals are provided, and resident feedback guides menu choices so residents can influence what is served. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need support with recovery or daily functioning. Jennifer Richardson serves as the administrator, and Antioch Mgt operates the community.

Contact Country Place Assisted Living

Overview of Marbella Chico

Marbella Chico offers assisted living and memory care in Chico, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having both care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, since changing care needs may not require a move to a different community. The community has 79 beds, giving families a clear sense of its overall size without indicating how rooms are arranged. Residents can receive grooming services on site through the professional salon and barber service.

A Walk Score of 97 is described as a walker’s paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Price range $5,150 - $7,775/Month

Contact Marbella Chico

Overview of Lexington Assisted Living

Lexington Assisted Living provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care services in Ventura, CA. Assisted living features personal assistance with bathing, dressing, and medication administration in private apartments. Memory care supplies a secure space with dedicated oversight for individuals at risk of wandering, while respite stays accommodate short-term care needs when family caregivers take time off.

Victoria Ventura Assisted Living Community operates the 125-bed residence under administrator Jonathan Wheeler. Distinct care options on one campus allows residents to shift to higher levels of care as physical demands change. On-site facilities feature a swimming pool, fitness center, salon and spa, and outdoor walking paths.

A walk score of 80 makes the surrounding area highly walkable, enabling non-driving residents to complete many daily tasks on foot.

Families considering care options in Ventura can reach out to the administrative team to request pricing details or schedule a property tour.

Starting Price $3,300/Month

Contact Lexington Assisted Living

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.