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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,113 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: 57/ 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: 104The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around California

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.

Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Pomona
520
Facility 520
CA AVG 104
Rank #16 / 1644
No
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 57
Rank #1470 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
12
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #92 / 1497
84.0% -Congregational Homes, IncorporatedStudio
Vi at La Jolla Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
San Diego (University City)
783
Facility 783
CA AVG 104
Rank #5 / 1644
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 57
Rank #218 / 2087
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #731 / 1400
29
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1055 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #159 / 1497
69.3% -Ccw La Jolla LLC, Cc La Jolla LLC, And Classic Res MgmtSuite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Vi at Palo Alto
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Palo Alto
876
Facility 876
CA AVG 104
Rank #1 / 1644
No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #416 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
20
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #337 / 1497
73.1% -Cc Palo Alto LLC And Classic Res. Mgmt. Ltd. Partner1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Reutlinger Community
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Danville
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 104
Rank #560 / 1644
No
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 57
Rank #1715 / 2087
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #631 / 1400
22
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #884 / 1386
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1159
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #217 / 1497
65.0% A+Reutlinger Community, The And Eskaton Properties IncStudio / 1 Bed
OakView Health Center
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village)
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 104
Rank #1055 / 1644
No
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 57
Rank #1841 / 2087
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1400
7
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #431 / 1497
79.4% A+Oakview Hc LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Covenant Living at the Samarkand
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Santa Barbara (Samarkand)
379
Facility 379
CA AVG 104
Rank #31 / 1644
No
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 57
Rank #1343 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #92 / 1497
85.2% A+Covenant Living West-
Ridgeview Health Center
MC
AL
NH
SNF
San Diego (Scripps Ranch)
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 104
Rank #1011 / 1644
No
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 57
Rank #1941 / 2087
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 81
Rank #308 / 1400
17
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1111 / 1497
85.3% -Crestview Hc LLC-
The Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens a CCRC
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Fresno
652
Facility 652
CA AVG 104
Rank #9 / 1644
Yes
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1155 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1400
4
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #108 / 1497
57.2% A+Humangood & Humangood Norcal & Humangood Fresno-
O‘Connor Woods
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Stockton (Sherwood Manor)
499
Facility 499
CA AVG 104
Rank #23 / 1644
Yes
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 57
Rank #1821 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #82 / 1497
0-O'connor Woods HousingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
University Retirement Community
MC
AL
HC
IL
NH
SNF
Davis (West Davis)
500
Facility 500
CA AVG 104
Rank #22 / 1644
No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 57
Rank #1240 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1400
12
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1159
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #159 / 1497
0-Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Vineyards – California Armenian Home
MC
AL
IL
NH
RESC
SNF
Fresno (Roosevelt)
412
Facility 412
CA AVG 104
Rank #27 / 1644
Yes
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 57
Rank #1793 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1400
14
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #38 / 1497
54.1% -California Home For The Aged IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Spring Lake Village
MC
NH
AL
IL
Santa Rosa (Melita)
679
Facility 679
CA AVG 104
Rank #8 / 1644
Yes
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 57
Rank #1921 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1400
13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #45 / 1497
0A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Town & Country
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Santa Ana (East Memory Lane)
328
Facility 328
CA AVG 104
Rank #45 / 1644
Yes
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 57
Rank #829 / 2087
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 81
Rank #1247 / 1400
23
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #1235 / 1386
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1159
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 13
Rank #22 / 1497
32.9% A+Christian And Missionary Alliance-
GlenBrook Health Center
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Carlsbad
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 104
Rank #808 / 1644
No
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1155 / 2087
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 81
Rank #108 / 1400
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #318 / 1497
64.2% -Glenbrook Hc LLC/Life Services LLC-
Sunny View
MC
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Cupertino (Monta Vista)
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 104
Rank #180 / 1644
Yes
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 57
Rank #1551 / 2087
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 81
Rank #825 / 1400
13
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1159
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #293 / 1497
63.2% -Front Porch Communities And Services-
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Overview of McKinley Park Care Center

Located in East Sacramento, McKinley Park Care Center is a post-acute rehabilitation facility that offers top-notch therapy and round-the-clock skilled nursing care services. They have a distinguished Five Star Rating for Registered Nurse staffing, ensuring a Registered Nurse’s presence 24/7. Personalized rehabilitation plans are meticulously crafted for each resident, placing emphasis on their unique abilities, needs, and preferences. Alongside the focus on rehabilitation, they also promote an active mind and body, reflected in the activities thoughtfully organized by the staff to cater to various lifestyles.
Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street within one of Sacramento’s most prestigious neighborhoods, McKinley Park Care Center exudes an air of majesty. The dedicated staff provides compassionate care coupled with unparalleled expertise and their facility’s ambiance create a relaxed and enjoyable environment, ensuring a comfortable stay for every resident.

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Overview of Riverwood Health Care Center

Offering nursing home, skilled nursing, hospice, respite, and memory care services, Riverwood Health Care Center is a skilled nursing community in Stockton, California. The community is located a few miles from downtown Stockton. It has been serving residents for 10 years, giving it an established presence in the area.

Care centers on 24-hour nursing support, with additional services for pain management, diabetes management, mental health, dementia, and memory care.

The nursing team includes registered nurses, licensed practical or vocational nurses, and certified nurse aides. Nurse aides provide an average of about 2 hours and 32 minutes of care per resident each day, making up the largest share of direct daily support. Registered nurses contribute about 20 minutes of care per resident daily, while licensed practical and vocational nurses provide an average of 1 hour and 19 minutes. Weekend staffing is consistent with weekday coverage, so residents receive steady support throughout the week.

Meals are prepared to meet each resident’s dietary needs rather than following a standard menu. Regular social events encourage residents to stay engaged with one another. Spacious resident rooms provide a comfortable place to live while receiving care.

The area has a Walk Score of 63 out of 100, which is moderately walkable. Some errands and outings can be completed on foot, but others require a short drive. That convenience may be helpful for family members deciding whether to drive or walk during visits from nearby accommodations.

Families considering Riverwood Health Care Center should ask how the community coordinates memory care and hospice services with its daily skilled nursing care because that integration can have an important impact on residents with more complex care needs.

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Overview of Enso Village, a Kendal Affiliate

Enso Village, a Kendal Affiliate, is a 400-bed continuing care retirement community in Healdsburg, California. It’s operated by Kendal at Sonoma, under administrator Annet Nakiyuka, and licensed in Sonoma County as an RCFE-CCRC since November 2023. The community serves adults 60 and older across independent living, assisted living, and memory support. Enso Village is built around a Zen-inspired care philosophy running in its programming and physical design.

As a California RCFE, inspections are conducted by the Department of Social Services instead of CMS. Since licensing, Enso Village has recorded 4 total citations against a California average of 10, and 3 complaints against a statewide norm of 14. No fines appear on record in the most recent February 2026 inspection, putting the overall score at 80 out of 100 against California’s benchmark of 70.

A dedicated meditation hall, contemplative care groups, alfresco dining, and a tea room are among the amenities. Spirituality and Lifelong Learning are program tracks, and mindfulness classes and yoga are present as part of the facility’s wellness programming.

Situated within a Zen-inspired, contemplative lifestyle community in Healdsburg, Enso Village is ideal for older adults in Sonoma County who require a full care continuum.

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Overview of Sunnyside Senior Living

Sunnyside Senior Living is a 56-bed assisted living community at 120 20th Century Boulevard in Turlock, Stanislaus County, California, operated as a non-profit by Sunnyside Senior Living under administrator Melissa Brichka. 24-hour staffing exists. Licensed in November 2023, the community provides assisted living, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, and respite care.

Clean is the inspection record across the facility’s full operating history. Since licensing, Sunnyside logged 3 total citations against a California average of 10, with zero complaint visits and zero formal complaints filed, compared to California averages of 13 and 14, respectively. No serious citations appear on record. The latest inspection was March 2026.

Religious and spiritual care programming, regularly scheduled social and recreational activities, three meals daily with special diets accommodated, and care coordination with outside agencies are among the amenities. The community’s walk score of 91 reflects a highly walkable location in central Turlock, with shops, services, and medical facilities in reach.

For older adults seeking assisted living or short-term rehabilitation in a smaller, newer non-profit community in Turlock, Sunnyside Senior Living is suitable. It’s where a clean two-year compliance record and a full slate of daily support services define the care environment.

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Overview of Westmont of Chico-The Inn at the Terraces

Westmont of Chico — The Inn at the Terraces is a 99-bed senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care under the management of Westmont Living, Inc. Having operated for eight years, the campus runs on a 24-hour schedule and features an exceptionally walkable layout with a walkability score of 97 out of 100. This central location ensures that surrounding neighborhood shops, dining options, and municipal services are fully accessible on foot for visiting guests and staff.

Oversight files from the California Department of Social Services and the California Department of Public Health indicate a minimal history of regulatory interference. Multi-year public monitoring records report zero serious citations or severe enforcement actions against the property. The overall volume of filed complaints and standard inspection deficiencies tracks at low levels, with past health and safety findings corrected by the administration following state reviews.

Families researching local assisted living options or specialized memory care units can use these state regulatory logs to check out the operator’s background. The public documentation details a highly accessible senior community that maintains an unpunished regulatory track record and a very low historical citation rate.

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Chateau III

175 Cleaveland Road, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Overview of Chateau III

Operating for 28 years, Chateau III is a 175-bed skilled nursing home on Cleaveland Road in Pleasant Hill, California. Operated by Carlton Senior Living, LLC, and administered by Tracey Ingleman, the home provides nursing care. The facility being in Pleasant Hill puts it in a neighborhood with a Walk Score of 54, where some daily errands can be accomplished on foot, while many trips require short drives to nearby services and shopping.

As a nursing home, the community is designed to provide medical care, skilled nursing support, and recovery services for older adults with major care needs. Families evaluating Chateau III will see stability in its longer operating history, reflecting close to three decades of experience in providing nursing care. The size of the community at 175 beds allows for wide services and structured programming typical of larger SNFs.

Across several key compliance areas, state inspection data suggest that the facility performs favorably. Families considering this home will want to tour on-site to know the daily rhythm, dining options, activities, and the particular services present for resident needs.

For those exploring nursing home options, Chateau III offers an established, mid-sized community in Pleasant Hill with ready access to healthcare services and local amenities.

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Overview of Maple House II

Perfectly set near convenient local amenities in Brommer Street, Santa Cruz, CA, Maple House II is a dedicated community that provides assisted living. Residents are well cared for with 24-hour care and support from a highly-trained team that is committed to meeting their needs and preferences. The community works closely with the residents to provide personalized care to retain their independence.

For those with dementia, the community provides specialized care to enhance their cognition and ease their stresses. Grocery runs, medication reminders, and daily living activities are not problems with the community helping residents as they require. Here, delectable and healthy meals are served to satisfy dietary needs and tastes. The community strives to provide a comfortable and safe environment where residents thrive and live their lives to the fullest.

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Overview of A Place Called Home – Harlan Ranch

Step into the charm of A Place Called Home – Harlan Ranch in 3041 Serena Ave, Clovis, CA, where compassionate care and top-notch service come together in a warm and welcoming environment. This community offers assisted living, dementia and memory care, alzheimer’s assisted living, parkinson’s care services. Here, residents can enjoy a selection of spacious and beautifully designed accommodations to enhance comfort and relaxation. Having an expert and well-trained team, the community ensures to provide the highest level of care for residents suffering from dementia including Alzheimer’s, mild cognitive disorder (MCD), Parkinson’s, stroke, rehabilitation, fall recovery, or those needing general assistance with activities of daily living.

Beyond healthcare services, the community offers top-tier amenities and services such as nutritious and delicious homemade meals catering to dietary preferences and amazing common spaces for both leisure and socialization. Here, life is celebrated with joy, comfort, and excellence ensuring seniors a worthwhile living experience.

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Overview of Roseleaf Gardens

Located a few miles from downtown Chico, California, Roseleaf Gardens is an assisted living community offering assisted living, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. The 56-bed community is operated by Golden Roseleaf Gardens Opco LLC and administered by Grace Hawkins. It has been serving residents for 14 years. The community currently has an occupancy rate of about 50%.

Residents receive support through a 24-hour emergency response system and medication services, providing ongoing assistance and monitoring. Meals are served in the community dining room. Residents can join in day programs and activities to stay active and engaged. Memory care services are available within the same community, making it easier for residents to move to a higher level of support if their needs change over time.

Pets are welcome in the community, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in. Transportation services, fitness programs, and recreation activities help residents stay active and get to appointments or errands without depending entirely on family members. Residents can also enjoy the community’s gardens and outdoor spaces.

The car-dependent area has a Walk Score of 14, which means most errands and outings require driving.

State inspections have mainly focused on staffing levels, resident supervision, incident reporting, and how quickly medical needs are addressed. Some findings were considered more serious than others. More recent inspections have noted partial progress in addressing concerns raised during earlier reviews. Families touring the home should ask about current staffing levels and supervision practices.

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Overview of Silverado Calabasas Memory Care Community

Silverado Calabasas is an extraordinary memory care community settling on Calabasas Road, Calabasas, CA, that focuses on memory care, respite care, and an internationally acclaimed brain health program, Nexus. Experience comfort and convenience like no other with purposely-designed accommodations, created to suit the special needs of individuals with dementia. The community is committed to delivering top-notch care and assistance to improve seniors’ way of living with a team of kind, compassionate, and highly skilled dementia care professionals.

The community goes above and beyond in conducting a wide range of activities and wellness programs for seniors’ leisure and wellness. Focusing on seniors’ interests and strengths, activities and programs are carefully curated for better involvement. Indulge in restaurant-style dining with nutritious and delicious meals satisfying nutritional requirements and tastes. Surrounded by lush nature and serene walking paths, Silverado Calabasas is ideal for an elegant and carefree retirement.

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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 1113 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.