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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. 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.
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.
Vine Ridge at Cloverdale
MC
AL
Cloverdale (Rancho De Amigos)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #724 / 1,645
Yes
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,180 / 2,057
46
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,262 / 1,387
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,287 / 1,433
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
44.4%
Facility 44.4%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,386 / 1,452
Western Living Concepts IncStudio / 1 Bed
River Bluffs Memory Care
MC
Fresno
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,228 / 1,645
No
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,473 / 2,057
27
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #303 / 1,452
Sierra Meadows Senior Care, Inc-
Real Care
MC
AL
HOS
IL
RC
Bakersfield
300
Facility 300
CA AVG 103
Rank #55 / 1,645
Yes
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 58
Rank #854 / 2,057
15
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #716 / 1,387
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,094 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
-Ljn Capital LLC Dba Real Care1 Bed / Studio / Semi-Private Rooms
The Inn on Villa Lane
MC
AL
HOS
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Napa
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 103
Rank #874 / 1,645
No
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,011 / 2,057
31
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,387
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,156 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
89.5%
Facility 89.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #359 / 1,452
Chancellor Health Care Of California Xiv Inc, Et Al-
Windrose Care Home
MC
AL
HOS
RESC
Santa Rosa
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,960 / 2,057
10
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,237 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
Ksem LLC-
Fair Oaks Estates Inc
MC
AL
Carmichael
121
Facility 121
CA AVG 103
Rank #551 / 1,645
No
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,626 / 2,057
65
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,339 / 1,387
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,353 / 1,433
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #292 / 1,507
96.7%
Facility 96.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #179 / 1,452
Fair Oaks Estate Inc-
The Meadows Assisted Living
MC
AL
Elk Grove
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 103
Rank #287 / 1,645
Yes
53
Facility 53
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,279 / 2,057
20
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #885 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
55.6%
Facility 55.6%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,251 / 1,452
Vop The Meadows LP And Milestone Retirement Communiti-
Mainplace Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Orange
153
Facility 153
CA AVG 103
Rank #328 / 1,645
Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 58
Rank #767 / 2,057
63
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,342 / 1,387
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,156 / 1,433
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
79.1%
Facility 79.1%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #693 / 1,452
Orange Senior Living Inc-
Aqua Ridge of Montclair
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Montclair
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #341 / 1,645
No
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,126 / 2,057
25
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,056 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
58.7%
Facility 58.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,216 / 1,452
Alta Vista Health Care Inc And Chendu Holding, LLC-
Maple House II
MC
AL
Santa Cruz (Yacht Harbor Manor)
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,199 / 1,645
No
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 58
Rank #597 / 2,057
5-
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
57.5%
Facility 57.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,225 / 1,452
Divine Senior Care IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 1,122 on this page.

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Foothill Village

1400 Foothill Village Drive, Angels Camp, CA 95222
Overview of Foothill Village

Enveloped by a blanket of lush nature and mature trees in Foothill Village Drive, Angels Camp, CA, Foothill Village is an idyllic senior living community that features assisted living, memory care, and transitions neighborhood. The community strives to provide a haven for relaxation and convenience with a variety of cozy and elegant floor plans ranging from studio to two-bedroom apartments. Foothill Village proudly presents a team of compassionate and highly qualified professionals dedicated to helping seniors enjoy their golden years without worries.

Meet new friends and lead a meaningful life with enriching activities and fun programs. With its commitment to residents’ well-being, the community serves freshly prepared meals for a delightful dining experience. Foothill Village is ideal for seniors aiming to make the most of their best years with its picturesque landscapes and serene setting.

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Vine Ridge at Cloverdale

247 Treadway Dr, Cloverdale, CA 95425
Overview of Vine Ridge at Cloverdale

Situated in a quiet neighborhood in beautiful Cloverdale, CA, Vine Ridge is an idyllic senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services. Fostering comfort and familiarity, the community features cozy and purposely built accommodations ranging from studio to one-bedroom floor plans. With round-the-clock care and support from a respectful and highly skilled team, seniors ease their worries and gain meaningful experiences.

Live your life to the fullest with enjoyable activities and engaging programs. Vine Ridge utilizes a holistic approach to ensure seniors’ needs and aspirations in every aspect of their retirement are well-cared for. Create lasting moments with friends over delectable and nutritious meals that satisfy dietary needs and cravings. With its homey setting and stunning landscapes, Vine Ridge strives to provide an ideal place for seniors to keep their dignity and experience a wondrous retirement.

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Overview of River Bluffs Memory Care

Cherish every moment of your best years with River Bluffs Memory Care, an astounding community in Fresno, CA, that specializes in memory care. Prioritizing the needs of those with Alzheimer’s and dementia, a compassionate and specially trained team provides top-tier care 24/7. The community also actively communicates with the residents and their families to update their condition and adapt care plans accordingly.

With a jam-packed calendar of stimulating activities and enriching programs, residents are empowered to live actively and remain socially connected. Mealtimes not only meet dietary needs but also foster comfort with delightful and healthy meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Residents enjoy the community’s stress-free setting and tight-knit community, ensuring the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Real Care

Real Care Living is a nurturing assisted living and memory care community in Bakersfield, CA, that offers compassionate support for older adults’ daily living activities and those with memory loss. Here, residents are treated like family amidst the community’s safe and nurturing environment. Medication management, 24-hour care, and emergency call systems are also offered to help residents live comfortably in retirement. The community strives to meet residents’ personal and healthcare needs, creating personalized care plans to help them live to their potential.

Music and art therapy, mind-stimulating activities, and social gatherings are among the recreational programs that residents can participate in to ensure their holistic wellness. The community also features spacious outdoors, serene communal spaces, and thoughtfully furnished rooms, ensuring residents can rest and interact with their friends with ease. Surrounded by restaurants, shops, and other local amenities, residents have convenient access to their necessities and leisure. As one of the best options for senior living in California, this assisted living and memory care community strives to help older adults thrive in their later years.

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Overview of The Inn on Villa Lane

The Inn on Villa Lane has only been open four years, but it’s already running near capacity. Ninety percent of its 86 beds are filled, 77 residents in total, which tells you something about local demand even before you look at anything else. It’s a nursing home in Napa, California, sitting at 3255 Villa Ln in a neighborhood that scores 61 on walkability. That’s moderately walkable: a few errands are doable on foot, the rest need a car.

Chancellor Health Care Of California XIV Inc runs the facility, and Dorla Licausi is the administrator on record. Respite care is available here too, which matters if a family needs a short-term stay covered rather than a permanent placement. Respite options are often the difference between a family reaching a breaking point and getting through a rough stretch.

On the regulatory side, state inspections at facilities like this one tend to center on medication management and staffing credentials, the same areas regulators look at across nursing homes generally, not something specific to this address.

What you’re left with is a young facility that’s already proven it can fill beds, staffed under named leadership, with respite care in its toolkit. For families in Napa weighing a nursing home with strong current occupancy and a straightforward operational picture, The Inn on Villa Lane gives a clear starting point.

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Windrose Care Home

1759 Windrose Ln, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Overview of Windrose Care Home

Windrose Care Home is an all-inclusive residential care oasis for seniors and families seeking an intimate, family-like setting for their loved ones. With a highly trained and empathetic professional team, Windrose Care Home responds to residents’ needs with individualized programming, promoting well-being and enrichment in their daily lives. The care home offers a range of personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, housekeeping, and laundry.

Windrose Care Home redefines the meaning of exceptional senior care, with a compassionate team providing personalized services that nurture the mind, body, and soul. The care home’s mission is to ensure that residents have the most fulfilling, engaging, enjoyable, and caring experience to become the best version of themselves in their golden years and gracefully age with dignity and respect. Windrose Care Home provides care tailored to promote cognitive wellness and individualized care and attention based on residents’ needs, fostering a profound connection to seniors and embracing the Montessori approach to senior living.

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Overview of Fair Oaks Estates

With a dedicated dementia care program, Fair Oaks Estates is a 121-bed assisted living and memory care community in Carmichael, California. The privately owned, gated facility in Sacramento County has been operating for 24 years. Accepting Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, the community is operated by Fair Oaks Estate Inc under administrator Parveen Saroay.

CMS rates the facility 4 stars overall, with staffing running 44.9 percent above California’s average, nurse hours at 4h 32m per resident day, modestly above the statewide norm of 4h 23m, with no contractor staff reported in the latest quarter. A $9,000 federal fine was issued in June 2024. The California RCFE license holds a current probation status, and the state inspection scorecard since 2021 reflects elevated complaint and citation activity against state averages.

Programs feature an on-site beauty salon, group outings, arts and crafts, and exercise classes. The community’s secured perimeter and 24/7 care model are built for residents with dementia. It earned “Best of the Best” recognition for six years from 2018 to 2023.

The community is suitable for Sacramento County residents who need memory care or assisted living in a gated, dementia-focused setting, noting the current RCFE license probation status.

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Overview of The Meadows Assisted Living

Located on East Stockton Boulevard about 2 miles from downtown Elk Grove, California, The Meadows Assisted Living is an assisted living and memory care community. The apartment-style community has 160 beds and has served residents for 2 years. It currently has an occupancy rate of about 56%. The community is operated by Vop The Meadows LP and Milestone Retirement Communities, with Alyssa Sellers serving as the administrator.

Residents receive daily health checks, medication management, and assistance with activities of daily living. Memory care therapy programs are available for residents who need specialized support. Scheduled local transportation helps residents get to medical appointments and nearby errands. Residents can stay active, build routines, and connect with others through a calendar of classes, activities, and outings.

The community welcomes pets, so residents can keep a companion animal during their stay. The area has a Walk Score of 53, which means it’s moderately walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, but other trips require driving.

State inspection reports describe the community as generally being in good condition, with proper safety equipment and adequate food supplies. One inspection identified a medication administration issue. Separate investigations into complaints involving hygiene, eviction, and quality of care found no evidence to support those claims.

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Overview of Mainplace Senior Living

A senior living community that offers exquisite assisted senior living, independent living, and memory care services, Mainplace in Orange, California, is one of the premier senior living communities in the city. The vibrant home offers the best convenience and comfort for seniors who want to stay active and have a quaint lifestyle. The supportive environment cultivates a simple lifestyle essential to maintaining a sense of independence and individuality based on the decisions of its residents. The cozy, home-like atmosphere offers an environment where the holistic wellness of seniors is achieved.

As a Pennant Community, the person-centered lifestyle involves premier amenities that help a wonderful senior living experience. These include housekeeping, transportation, ADLs, and restaurant-style dining– delivered by its compassionate care staff. The memory care unit specializes in stimulating activities tailored to embracing and maintaining independence during cognitive decline.

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Overview of Aqua Ridge of Montclair

A skilled nursing home in Montclair, California, Aqua Ridge of Montclair caters to residents needing post-acute rehabilitation and long-term nursing care. Operated by Alta Vista Health Care Inc and Chendu Holding LLC, the facility is owned by Chestnut Ridge Post Acute and welcomes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, providing families with multiple coverage routes. Administered by Monique Del Junco, the home has 150 beds and has been operating for 4 years, indicating a newer facility centered on delivering modern post-acute care.

The average stay duration is 102 days, signalling a mixed population of patients in rehabilitation recovery and those requiring longer-term care. Clinical support is a main component of daily life. Total nursing care averages around 4 hours and 4 minutes per resident day, with nurse aide support adding about 3 hours and 41 minutes, ensuring consistent hands-on assistance throughout each shift. Situated at 9631 Monte Vista Avenue in Montclair, the community sits in a moderately walkable neighborhood (Walk Score 58), where some errands can be accomplished on foot, with most daily activities requiring a short drive. For visiting family, the area is easy to navigate. Daily care includes 24-hour staffing and a full range of support services: housekeeping, assistance with bathing and dressing, and on-site beauty and barber services. Dining is a focal point of the community, with chef-prepared meals designed around dietician-approved menus and served in an intimate setting. The home also operates Cascade Falls Cafe, a full bistro and coffee bar where residents can drink beverages and light fare at their own pace. This flexibility can be purposeful for residents who want familiar comfort or prefer to dine informally. The community has a full activities calendar and programming to help with rehabilitation goals and daily engagement.

When evaluating a nursing home in Montclair, a tour in person can give you an actual sense of how the clinical environment and day-to-day life work together.

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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.