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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,119 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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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. 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.
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.
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.
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.
West Hills Assisted Living
MC
AL
-
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 116
Rank #591 / 1,021
No
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 56
Rank #291 / 1,105
B+39
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #843 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
-West Hills Assisted Living LLC-
Bethany Home Senior Living, LLC
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Livermore
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 116
Rank #745 / 1,021
No
98
Facility 98
CA AVG 56
Rank #9 / 1,105
D+32
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #686 / 956
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #763 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
48.3%
Facility 48.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #853 / 926
Bethany Homes Senior Living, LLC-
Terraza Court Senior Living
MC
AL
-
170
Facility 170
CA AVG 116
Rank #179 / 1,021
No
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 56
Rank #100 / 1,105
B+45
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #872 / 956
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #658 / 979
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 12
Rank #914 / 974
-Terraza Court Senior Living LLC-
Sequoia Springs Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Fortuna (Rohnerville)
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 116
Rank #585 / 1,021
Yes
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 56
Rank #528 / 1,105
D+71
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 13
Rank #922 / 956
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 3
Rank #943 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
59.8%
Facility 59.8%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #759 / 926
Ep Operation Fortuna And Sequoia Fortuna LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Village at Rancho Solano
MC
AL
RC
Fairfield
250
Facility 250
CA AVG 116
Rank #63 / 1,021
Yes
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,064 / 1,105
D+145
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 13
Rank #953 / 956
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 3
Rank #978 / 979
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 12
Rank #507 / 974
61.2%
Facility 61.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #741 / 926
Welltower Pegasus Tenant LLC And Psl Associates LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Pasadena Villa Senior Living
MC
AL
Pasadena (North Central)
97
Facility 97
CA AVG 116
Rank #553 / 1,021
No
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 56
Rank #341 / 1,105
C-180
154
Facility 154
CA AVG 13
Rank #956 / 956
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 3
Rank #971 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
72.2%
Facility 72.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #514 / 926
Pasadena Villa, Inc-
Ventura Townehouse
MC
AL
IL
Ventura
566
Facility 566
CA AVG 116
Rank #11 / 1,021
Yes
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 56
Rank #436 / 1,105
C+38
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #827 / 956
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #858 / 979
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 12
Rank #325 / 974
-Pacific View Of Ventura, Inc-
Summerfield of Fresno
MC
AL
RC
Fresno
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 116
Rank #713 / 1,021
No
52
Facility 52
CA AVG 56
Rank #673 / 1,105
D57
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #902 / 956
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 3
Rank #902 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
81.3%
Facility 81.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #344 / 926
Snh Cal Tenant LLC And Northstar Snr Lvg Mgt LLCPrivate / Shared Rooms
The Preserve at Woodland Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
Woodland Hills
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 116
Rank #724 / 1,021
Yes
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 56
Rank #528 / 1,105
D54
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #872 / 956
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 3
Rank #971 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
76.7%
Facility 76.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #426 / 926
Welbrook Woodland Hills Opco LLC And Woodland Hills McPrivate Rooms
Santa Maria Terrace
MC
AL
RC
Santa Maria
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 116
Rank #296 / 1,021
Yes
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 56
Rank #939 / 1,105
D44
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #868 / 956
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 3
Rank #902 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
68.6%
Facility 68.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #587 / 926
Oceano Senior Living, IncStudio / 1 Bed

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Overview of Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation

Make every moment of your best years count with Oakland Heights Nursing & Rehabilitation in East 29th Street, Oakland, CA, which focuses on skilled care and rehabilitation. These include dementia care, specialized wound care, pain management, diabetic management, hospice programs, and respite stays. The community also provides mental health services to ensure residents’ well-being.

With fun activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to do the things they truly enjoy and interact with various people. Here, delightful and healthy meals await residents every mealtime, ensuring they have the finest dining experience. Oakland Heights Nursing & Rehabilitation strives to provide a haven where seniors are cared for while retaining their independence.

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Overview of Crystal Ridge Care Center

Crystal Ridge Care Center is a nursing home in Grass Valley, California, offering skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, with both long-term and short-term care available. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while hospice and palliative care focus on end-of-life support, comfort, and symptom relief. Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, so the range of care can suit someone seeking short-term rehabilitation or respite now and more structured care if needs change.

Opened in 1987, the center has 99 beds, with a 97% occupancy rate meaning nearly all beds were in use at the time measured. Housing includes studios, one-bedroom accommodations, and two-bedroom accommodations. A studio offers one private living space, while a two-bedroom option may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Residents can receive therapy within the community through rehabilitation services and a rehabilitation gym. Courtyards provide outdoor areas, and private bathrooms with showers give residents personal bathing space. Programs cover short-term rehabilitation, pain management, complex wound care, nutrition, sub-acute care, hospice services, palliative care, and behavioral health, addressing rehabilitation, symptom management, wound treatment, nutrition, and behavioral health needs.

The area has a Walk Score of 46 out of 100 and is car-dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride; someone who no longer drives would need access to one for routine errands. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, allowing families to use public coverage when eligible or pay directly. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 52 minutes per resident per day, representing the combined daily nursing time assigned to each resident.

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Overview of West Hills Assisted Living

West Hills Assisted Living provides assisted living and memory care in West Hills, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication assistance. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Offering both care types may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can continue within the community. The community has 90 beds, and Edgardo Galang serves as administrator.

A Walk Score of 75 places the area in the very walkable band, where most errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy or cafes independently. Outdoor patios and a community garden give residents designated places to spend time outside.

A salon and spa are available on site for personal grooming. Arranged transportation and appointments support medical and dental visits without requiring a resident or family member to organize those arrangements independently. The dining program serves home cooked, balanced meals prepared fresh daily from a dietitian designed menu with protein, vegetables and fruits, giving residents meals planned around those food groups.

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Overview of Living Grace Assisted Living and Memory

Living Grace Assisted Living and Memory provides assisted living, memory care, residential care, and respite care. Assisted living supports daily tasks, while memory care provides supervision for residents who may be at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short term stay for someone whose usual caregiver is traveling or recovering. The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time or a family seeking temporary support.

The community has 88 beds and opened in 2013. Round the clock professional caregivers are available, giving residents access to care at any time of day or night. Farial Shokoor serves as the administrator.

A patio with an outdoor grill gives residents a place to gather outside. Planned activities and occasional local outings provide scheduled ways to spend time beyond their rooms. A walk score of 57 means the area is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot, although a resident who no longer drives may still need a car or ride for other trips.

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Overview of Bethany Home Senior Living

Bethany Home Senior Living offers nursing home, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care in Livermore, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides supervision in a secured setting for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing care has licensed nursing on site around the clock, and the combination of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time.

Opened in 1920, Bethany Home Senior Living has 58 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where residents and staff can get to know one another. Private rooms are available for every resident, so each person has a room rather than shared accommodation. Rachell Paniagua serves as administrator, and Bethany Homes Senior Living operates the community.

A Walk Score of 98 makes the area a walker’s paradise, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Transportation is available for trips beyond walking distance, and the beauty and barber shop on site supports personal grooming without leaving the community. Rehabilitation services are available, along with Wednesday worship services and on site chaplain services.

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Overview of Terraza Court Senior Living

Terraza Court Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care in Culver City, California. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to keep a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, which can suit someone at risk of wandering.

With both care levels available, Terraza Court Senior Living may be a good fit for a resident whose support needs grow over time and who may want to remain in the same community. The community has 170 beds, so residents live among more people, staff, and usually more programming than they would in a smaller community.

Starting prices are $3,995 for assisted living private studios and $3,495 for memory care semi-private studios. The difference is that the assisted living price covers a private studio, while the memory care price covers a shared studio arrangement. A Walk Score of 89 means the area is very walkable, and most errands can be done on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently. Linda Poythress serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Sequoia Springs Senior Living

Committed to improving seniors’ quality of life, Sequoia Springs Senior Living in Redwood Way, Fortuna, CA, is a trusted senior living community providing assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Seniors can rest assured of receiving the utmost care and assistance that best matches their needs and preferences with personalized care plans. Moreover, the community features a beautifully manicured campus and a serene environment to ensure seniors’ relaxation.

Alongside incredible amenities, the community conducts a lot of engaging activities and fun programs to keep residents happy and moving. With delightful and healthy meals served daily, residents enjoy hassle-free dining that caters to their nutritional needs and tastes. Sequoia Springs Senior Living strives to create a haven for seniors to live a worry-free retirement in its tranquil grounds.

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Overview of The Village at Rancho Solano

Nestled in the blissful area of Fairfield, CA, The Village at Rancho Solano is a welcoming senior living community that offers excellent assisted living and memory care options. Residents here enjoy individualized support provided by a well-trained team of care professionals. The community features an array of modern apartments that comes with convenient features, such as grab bars, individually controlled A/C, and private patios for a comfortable living environment.

Residents here can let go of life’s hassles with housekeeping and laundry services offered, giving them more free time to spend on their hobbies or with their families. A wide array of activities are also offered to give residents plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow residents or try new interests. With delectable and comforting meals served daily, residents here stay nourished and healthy.

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Overview of Pasadena Villa Senior Living

Pasadena Villa Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care in Pasadena, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

With both care levels available, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. Located in the North Central neighborhood, it has 97 beds and a Walk Score of 72, classified as very walkable, so most errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Michael Murphy serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Ventura Townehouse

Ventura Townehouse offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Ventura, CA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and having these care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

The community has 566 beds, so it has more residents and staff and usually offers more programming than a smaller community. Its starting price is $4,995, giving families an entry point for considering monthly costs before accounting for the resident’s care needs and services. A Walk Score of 66 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete select errands independently.

Pets are allowed, which may let a resident continue living with a pet. Dining includes gourmet meals, fresh salads, desserts, and other options, while activities include social gatherings, live entertainment, outings, and educational classes. Respite care provides short term stays when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover; Evan Granucci serves as administrator, and Pacific View Of Ventura operates the community.

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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 1119 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.