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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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Pacifica Senior Living Union City
MC
AL
IL
RC
Union City
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 116
Rank #463 / 1,021
DYes
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 56
Rank #324 / 1,105
54
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #868 / 956
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 3
Rank #923 / 979
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 12
Rank #354 / 974
49.1%
Facility 49.1%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #846 / 926
A+Pacifica Union City LLC And Union City Mgr LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
WindChime of Marin Memory Care
MC
AL
RESC
RC
Kentfield
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 116
Rank #756 / 1,021
DNo
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 56
Rank #756 / 1,105
30
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #585 / 956
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 3
Rank #937 / 979
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 12
Rank #159 / 974
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #753 / 926
A+Windchime Group LLC And Integral Senior Living LLCStudio
Adelya Senior Homes
MC
AL
RESC
RC
Yorba Linda
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
D-No
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 56
Rank #494 / 1,105
6
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #172 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 12
Rank #383 / 974
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #619 / 926
-Laricel, LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Elk Grove Park
MC
AL
Elk Grove (Laguna)
108
Facility 108
CA AVG 116
Rank #481 / 1,021
DNo
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 56
Rank #509 / 1,105
46
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #813 / 956
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 3
Rank #902 / 979
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 12
Rank #354 / 974
79.6%
Facility 79.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #372 / 926
-S-H Opco Laguna Creek, LLC And Oakmont Mgmt. Grp. LLCStudio / 1 bed
Alexandria Victoria II
MC
AL
HOS
Santa Cruz (Banana Belt)
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 116
Rank #868 / 1,021
D-No
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 56
Rank #154 / 1,105
13
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #436 / 956
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #763 / 979
52
Facility 52
CA AVG 12
Rank #4 / 974
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #459 / 926
-Ofelia Jony IncSuite
Hope Home Assisted Living Facility
MC
AL
HOS
Diamond Bar
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
D-No
53
Facility 53
CA AVG 56
Rank #661 / 1,105
11
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #243 / 956
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #717 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
-Jung Hyun KimPrivate / Shared Rooms
Arrowhead Healthcare Center
MC
NH
SNF
San Bernardino (Wildwood Park)
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 116
Rank #745 / 1,021
ANo
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 56
Rank #242 / 1,105
4--
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 12
Rank #65 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
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Aunt Dottie’s Place
MC
AL
HOS
PC
RESC
RC
Roseville (Stanford)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
A+No
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 56
Rank #324 / 1,105
4-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
--Private / Shared Rooms
Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates
MC
AL
IL
Rolling Hills Estates
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 116
Rank #238 / 1,021
B+Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 56
Rank #305 / 1,105
21
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #585 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
66.0%
Facility 66.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #663 / 926
-Gp Rolling Hills And Merrill Gardens Shi-III Mg DevStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Yannica Guest Home II
MC
AL
IL
NH
Stockton (Valley Oak)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
A-No
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 56
Rank #819 / 1,105
5-
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 12
Rank #779 / 974
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #274 / 926
-Hermalina, LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other CA memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 1,187 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Pacifica Senior Living Union City

33883 Alvarado-Niles Rd, Union City, CA 94587
Overview of Pacifica Senior Living Union City

Pacifica Senior Living Union City offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Union City, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while independent living is for residents who live on their own without daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 110 beds, giving families a clear sense of its overall size without indicating how care is organized within the building. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a companion animal when moving in. A salon and spa, fitness classes, wellness classes, and activities focused on maintaining cognitive abilities give residents specific options for personal care, exercise, and mental engagement.

Rehabilitation services are available, allowing residents to receive therapy through the community rather than arranging care elsewhere. Garden areas and patios provide outdoor spaces with garden views, and transportation is available for community travel. The area has a Walk Score of 73, classified as very walkable, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops or services independently. Marie Ann Lagasca-Cruz serves as the administrator. The community may be a good fit for a resident who wants to keep a pet while receiving support with daily needs.

Contact Pacifica Senior Living Union City

Overview of WindChime of Marin Memory Care

Experience person-centered memory care in a home-like environment at WindChime of Marin Memory Care, a blissful senior living community in Kentfield, CA, offering a serene environment for seniors dealing with memory loss. The community features an array of private to semi-private apartments, featuring access to 24-hour response, daily laundry, medication management and other convenient services. Boasting over 20 years of experience in serving memory care residents, the community thoroughly understands the unique needs of each person and provides them with the appropriate programming that help them feel more comfortable and at home.

The community ensures each of their residents are able to participate in vibrant activities and events by tailoring them based on their varying capabilities and interests. On-site physical therapy services provided by ONR are available to help residents maintain their strength and mobility for an active living. Dining experiences are enhanced by a talented culinary team that deliciously prepares residents’ favorite meals and serves health-conscious menus that are tailored to satisfy personal tastes and dietary needs.

Contact WindChime of Marin Memory Care

Overview of Adelya Senior Homes

Surrounded by local amenities in Saga Dr, Yorba Linda, CA, Adelya Senior Homes is an outstanding community that provides assisted living. Committed to residents’ wellness, the community offers 24/7 care and assistance onsite with visiting physicians and podiatrists. Promoting a bright and friendly environment, the community provides specially designed and welcoming amenities.

Here, residents are encouraged to participate in daily exercises and fun-filled activities for social engagement and an active lifestyle. Diabetes management, day care services, incontinence care, medication management, and respite care are provided for residents’ needs. Enjoy delightful dining options with special diets accommodated with the community’s healthy and delicious meals. With all-inclusive costs, residents are guaranteed the finest care while adhering to their budgets.

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Overview of Elk Grove Park

Elk Grove Park boasts an elegant and professional atmosphere that ensures a service delivered with compassion and respect. They offer assisted living and memory care options; residents of all lifestyles are encouraged to enjoy seamless access to the beautiful community features. Elk Grove has built its trusted reputation on terrific customer service, earning it the respect of a reliable senior living community.

As a Pegasus senior living community, residents receive convenient services and amenities to help residents; their essential services include personalized care plans, stimulating assisted living activities, specialized memory care services,  housekeeping and laundry, transportation, medication management, other health services, and a concierge. Accommodations include dining, walk-in showers with grab bars, and private outdoor spaces.

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Overview of Alexandria Victoria II

Conveniently nestled in Santa Cruz, CA, Alexandria Victoria II is a peaceful retreat for those who require assisted living. Residents here are encouraged to retain their lifestyle and independence with the added benefit of daily living support. The community helps with activities like grooming, bathing, and medication management to make sure residents can focus on living their best lives.

Alexandria Victoria II is also a place for relaxation and recreation with its wide range of fun and stimulating activities. Convenient features like a hair salon, library, spa, and fitness center are available to make residents’ living experience as enjoyable as possible. Here, residents’ wishes and preferences are respected in every aspect of their care plans to keep them motivated and in control of their lives.

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Overview of Hope Home Assisted Living Facility

Hope Home Assisted Living Facility provides assisted living, hospice care, and memory care in Diamond Bar, California. Assisted living helps with daily tasks, hospice care supports comfort-focused needs, and memory care provides supervision for residents who need memory-related support. The home offers both private and shared rooms, giving residents the choice of an individual living space or a room shared with a companion.

With six beds, the community may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting. Special diets include low-salt, low-fat, low-sugar, and liquid options, so meals can be adjusted to documented dietary needs. Rehabilitation services and transportation are available, and Jung Hyun Kim serves as the administrator. A Walk Score of 53 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot for a resident who wants limited access to nearby destinations without driving.

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Overview of Arrowhead Healthcare Center

Arrowhead Healthcare Center offers nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing care in San Bernardino, CA. Its nursing home and skilled nursing services support short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, with licensed nursing care on site around the clock. In-house therapy gives residents access to rehabilitation services within the community rather than requiring arrangements with an outside therapy provider. The community may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs the secured, supervised setting provided by memory care.

With 58 beds, Arrowhead Healthcare Center is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Medicare can help cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can be relevant when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Total nurse staffing is 5h 1m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated per resident. A Walk Score of 79 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Aunt Dottie’s Place

Aunt Dottie’s Place is a non-medical residential care community in Roseville, CA, that offers assisted living, memory care, hospice, and respite care. The community’s home-like setting can accommodate up to six older adults, ensuring their comfort and safety. With three home-cooked meals daily, medication management, and housekeeping services, residents have a worry-free retirement. Through personalized care plans, the community strives to meet residents’ unique needs and help improve their quality of life.

Knitting, live performances, and stretching are just some of the activities that residents can participate in to enhance cognition and maintain holistic wellness. Residents can lounge and interact with friends in its beautiful courtyards, pool area, and well-maintained gardens. Set near bus stops, a school, grocery stores, and restaurants in Roseville, the community ensures residents have convenient access to their necessities and leisure. This residential care community has an intimate setting and exceptional standards of care, making it one of the best options for senior living in California.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates

Merrill Gardens at Rolling Hills Estates offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Rolling Hills Estates, California. Independent living provides a private apartment without daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, and medication as the resident continues living in an apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, so having all three care types in one community may suit a resident whose needs change over time.

The community has 150 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments. The different layouts can work for someone living alone or for a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet when moving in.

Monthly pricing starts at $6,800, giving families an initial figure for budgeting. A Walk Score of 74 places the area in the very walkable range, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still get out independently. Residents also have access to a fitness center, courtyards, private patios or balconies, and transportation options for exercise, outdoor time, and community transportation; Tracey E Holder serves as administrator, and the community is operated by Shi-Iii Mg Dev, Gp Rolling Hills and Merrill Gardens.

Starting Price $6,800/Month

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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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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.