Page 8 of Best Memory Care in California

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,158 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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).
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.
Agape Villa Care Home
MC
AL
HOS
PC
Roseville
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
A+No
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,091 / 1,105
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #619 / 926
A+Silver Mbhd IncPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Taylor Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Pomona
520
Facility 520
CA AVG 116
Rank #14 / 1,021
A+No
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 56
Rank #756 / 1,105
14
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #243 / 956
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 12
Rank #42 / 974
66.3%
Facility 66.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #659 / 926
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Ivy Park of Wellington
MC
AL
Laguna Woods
220
Facility 220
CA AVG 116
Rank #85 / 1,021
A-Yes
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 56
Rank #920 / 1,105
11
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #385 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 12
Rank #837 / 974
74.1%
Facility 74.1%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #477 / 926
A+Well Oak Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brighton Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
IL
RC
Roseville (Westpark)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
A+No
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,091 / 1,105
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #274 / 926
A+Brighton Senior Living Inc1 Bed / 2 Bed
Pebble Brook Senior Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
Temecula
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
A+Yes
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 56
Rank #787 / 1,105
3
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 12
Rank #325 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
A+A Wfbeeson Inc-
Serenity Home Care III
MC
AL
HOS
RESC
RC
Modesto
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
A+No
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 56
Rank #551 / 1,105
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
-Maria Angelica Abella SouxouayPrivate / Shared Rooms
Claremont Place
MC
AL
Claremont
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 116
Rank #580 / 1,021
ANo
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 56
Rank #370 / 1,105
2
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 12
Rank #914 / 974
86.0%
Facility 86.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #225 / 926
-Msla Claremont Operating LLC And Meridian Senior LivinStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Angel‘s Caring Hand
MC
AL
RESC
Modesto
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
A+Yes
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 56
Rank #699 / 1,105
6
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
-Ma Tabitha AntonioPrivate Rooms
Brookdale Oceanside
MC
AL
Oceanside
186
Facility 186
CA AVG 116
Rank #133 / 1,021
AYes
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 56
Rank #602 / 1,105
24
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #436 / 956
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 12
Rank #202 / 974
56.5%
Facility 56.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #791 / 926
-Emeritus Properties Xvi Inc And Emeritus CorporationSuite / Studio / 1 Bed
Atria Golden Creek
MC
AL
IL
Irvine (Woodbridge)
155
Facility 155
CA AVG 116
Rank #226 / 1,021
AYes
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 56
Rank #370 / 1,105
18
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #564 / 956
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 974
73.5%
Facility 73.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #485 / 926
-Wg Golden Creek Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Agape Villa Care Home

Agape Villa Care Home, located in Roseville, CA, is a senior living community offering premiere assisted living and hospice care to its residents. This senior living community also offers quality care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, Parkinson’s, incontinence, as well as those recovering from surgery and stroke. Additionally the residents basic care includes 24/7 staff availability, assistance with daily living activities, as well as medication management.

They offer spacious private and semi private rooms that are fully furnished and professionally decorated, and equipped with a 24 hour resident paging system – getting the staff’s immediate attention anytime the residents may need it. Furthermore, the residents are regularly provided diet approved meals and snacks to ensure that they have the proper nutrition and energy to live their golden years to the fullest.

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Overview of Taylor Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens

Taylor Villa, located within Mt San Antonio Gardens in Pomona, CA, is a senior living community dedicated to providing quality memory care services to its residents. This senior care home located within the same campus as Harrison Villa and Oak Tree Lodge, is a special unit that provides assisted living services for residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. And as part of those services, they receive round the clock supervision, and life enrichment programs that help the cognitive, creative, physical and psycho-social needs of residents.

As residents of Mt San Antonio Gardens, they also receive the same access to their rich array of amenities. This includes the deliciously prepared meals and snacks, created to cater to the residents’ taste and dietary needs. Their beautifully landscaped courtyard and garden provides relaxing spaces for residents to relax and breathe in fresh air.

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Ivy Park of Wellington

24962 Calle Aragon, Laguna Woods, CA 92637
Overview of Ivy Park of Wellington

Situated in Laguna Woods, California, Ivy Park of Wellington is a community that offers fulfilling and flexible senior living, offering various services designed for every retirement phase. From thoughtfully curated activities and rejuvenating outdoor spaces to comprehensive assisted living and memory care services, the Ivy Park of Wellington team is dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents.

Those residing in their memory care neighborhood, Evergreen at Ivy, can actively participate in the EverYou program, thoughtfully crafted to provide daily stimulation and guidance, ensuring each day is brimming with fulfillment and purpose. At Ivy Park of Wellington, they partner with each resident, fostering their independence, personal growth, and all the significant elements to them and their loved ones.

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Overview of Brighton Assisted Living

Brighton Assisted Living, located in Roseville CA, is a close-knit senior living facility offering assisted living services and amenities to its residents. This intimate board and care home offers spacious bedrooms and common areas for socialization and activities, ensuring that the residents stay physically and mentally active and stimulated. As part of the care they provide, the residents receive 24/7 supervision, medication management, as well as staff availability for assistance with daily living activities as needed.

Additionally, the residents are also provided regular meals and snacks, prepared with consideration to their dietary needs and restrictions. The facility also helps in coordinating with healthcare providers, to ensure that the residents receive the proper quality healthcare services they need that complements the support they provide.

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Overview of Pebble Brook Senior Assisted Living

In Temecula, California, Pebble Brook Senior Assisted Living exists as a trusted facility with over 30 years of experience, providing high-quality and affordable care for residents. As a family-owned business, their approach to senior care is marked by genuine compassion. Safety and comfort are non-negotiable, ensuring a housekeeping-free lifestyle with 24/7 availability of assistance, including services such as laundry, appointment scheduling, and medication management.

The commitment extends beyond the basics, encompassing hospice and bedridden care, along with transportation services and valuable emotional support. Pebble Brook Senior Assisted Living excels in understanding the unique needs of seniors, making them a reliable choice for assisted senior living and residential assisted living.

Starting Price $5,500/Month

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Overview of Serenity Home Care III

Tucked away in the neighborhood of Modesto, CA, Serenity Home Care III provides a safe living environment for those who need assisted living. Residents here find comfort in having companionship and support with their daily activities like personal care and medication management. The community is also ready to accommodate memory-related needs with their excellent caregivers trained to provide dementia care and hospice services.

A full slate of fun and nurturing activities are available to keep residents connected, stimulated, and active. Three delicious meals are served daily to provide them with the nourishment and energy they need to maintain a healthy lifestyle. With its extensive care services and vibrant atmosphere, Serenity Home Care III provides an ideal setting for a comfortable retirement.

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Overview of Claremont Place

Claremont Place is an assisted living and memory care community in Claremont, CA. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment; Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels on one campus can allow a resident’s needs to grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 93 beds, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. A studio offers one private living space, while a two-bedroom layout may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Claremont Place is administered by Carla Mariano and operated by Msla Claremont Operating and Meridian Senior Livin. With a Walk Score of 70, the area is very walkable: most errands can be completed on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby shops and services independently.

Starting Price $5,140/Month

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Overview of Angel‘s Caring Hand

Located in the picturesque background of Modesto, CA, lies Angel’s Caring Hand, a residential care facility offering assisted living services with specialty in caring for residents living with dementia. Their selection of shared and private rooms accommodate a maximum of six residents. Within the home are bathrooms that are accessible for residents with disabilities. The staff of Angel’s Caring Hand specializes in training and caring for residents with dementia, providing them with 24/7 care, assistance with daily living activities and medication management.

Angel’s Caring Hand is committed to providing exemplary care and comfort to their residents. They provide home cooked meals daily, with consideration to their dietary restrictions, and offer housekeeping and laundry services as well as transportation services for them, in case the need arises.

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Overview of Brookdale Oceanside

Brookdale Oceanside provides exceptional assisted senior living and memory care services. The home strives to enhance the quality of life of seniors who need quality assistance. It offers options that cater to each individual’s needs. As a member of the Brookdale Senior Living Group, Oceanside guarantees a resident-centered atmosphere for seniors, promoting a comfortable living situation.

The lifestyle at Brookdale is designed to make life safe and convenient for everyone. Its all-inclusive amenities and services include spacious common areas, recreational rooms, housekeeping, and transportation services. Management prides itself on its approach to modern assisted living care, which is unparalleled thanks to its remarkable care staff, which never fails to offer compassionate care.

 

$2,980/Month

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Overview of Atria Golden Creek

Atria Golden Creek offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Irvine, CA. It is located in the Woodbridge neighborhood and has 155 beds. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living offers private living without daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision.

Atria Golden Creek may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time because all three care levels are available within the community. Housing includes studios, one bedroom residences, and two bedroom residences, giving someone living alone or a couple moving together a layout suited to their household. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in.

A Walk Score of 70 means the area is very walkable. Most errands are possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Jeremy Gilmore serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by Wg Golden Creek Sh LP and Atria Management Co.

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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 1158 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.