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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,122 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: 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. 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.
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.
Veneman Care Home I
MC
AL
RC
Modesto
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,011 / 2,057
23
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #716 / 1,387
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,287 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #998 / 1,452
Bonaire YepezPrivate / Shared Rooms
The Rose Garden Elderly Care
MC
AL
HOS
RC
San Jose (Berryessa)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,747 / 2,057
16
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,340 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #998 / 1,452
Rose Garden Elderly Care LLC, ThePrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Country Crest Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Oroville
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 103
Rank #808 / 1,645
Yes-29
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #809 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #540 / 1,507
66.3%
Facility 66.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,070 / 1,452
Pacifica Concordia LP And Northstar Senior LivingStudio / 1 Bed
Noble Care Center
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Stockton (Pacific)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #724 / 1,645
No
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,215 / 2,057
26--
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 13
Rank #30 / 1,507
91.9%
Facility 91.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #299 / 1,452
--
Bayshire San Dimas
MC
AL
NH
SNF
San Dimas
119
Facility 119
CA AVG 103
Rank #595 / 1,645
Yes
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,838 / 2,057
59
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,348 / 1,387
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,244 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
71.4%
Facility 71.4%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #895 / 1,452
San Dimas Care LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Aunt Dottie’s Place
MC
AL
HOS
PC
RESC
RC
Roseville (Stanford)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 58
Rank #641 / 2,057
4-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
-Private / Shared Rooms
Healdsburg Senior Living
MC
AL
Healdsburg
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 103
Rank #897 / 1,645
Yes
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,215 / 2,057
40
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #950 / 1,387
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,384 / 1,433
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,237 / 1,507
45.1%
Facility 45.1%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,381 / 1,452
Pacifica Sl Grove St LP And Brightwater Sr. Lvg Grp LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Gardens at Laguna Springs
MC
AL
Elk Grove
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 103
Rank #996 / 1,645
No
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,646 / 2,057
42
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,224 / 1,387
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,340 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
64.3%
Facility 64.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,101 / 1,452
Elk Grove Memory Care, LLCSuite
Cogir of Folsom Memory Care
MC
Folsom
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,029 / 1,645
Yes
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,910 / 2,057
53
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,274 / 1,387
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,156 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
63.6%
Facility 63.6%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,117 / 1,452
Well Ca Wa Tenant LLC And Cogir Management Usa IncPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
The Vineyard at Fountaingrove Memory Care
MC
AL
RC
Santa Rosa
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,045 / 1,645
No
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,554 / 2,057
87
46
Facility 46
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,335 / 1,387
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,428 / 1,433
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #741 / 1,507
35.9%
Facility 35.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,421 / 1,452
Onelife Senior Living LLC, Fm Santa Rosa InvestorsStudio / Semi-Private

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Overview of Elegance Berkeley

Elegance Berkeley prides itself on achieving a safe and secure community for residents to do as they please with assistance with daily living. Residents from different living options offer personalized care that allows them to receive the necessary care they need while promoting an active lifestyle. Elegance Berkeley community encourages residents to feel relaxed and at ease and practice a healthy lifestyle for their well-being.

Residents receive many benefits during their stay; they do not have to worry about housekeeping, laundry, or transportation, as all of these are offered by management to ensure that they are living comfortably and hassle-free.

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Overview of Veneman Care Home I

Lead an independent lifestyle with the support of a reliable care team from Veneman Care Home I, a trusted assisted living community nestled in Modesto, CA. Here, residents enjoy compassionate assistance with daily activities like personal hygiene and medication management in a private and cozy setting. The community designed its accommodations to foster the utmost comfort and safety while being conveniently close to local amenities and entertainment options.

In addition to comprehensive care services, Veneman offers access to various social, educational, and recreational activities tailored to maintaining a high quality of life. Numerous amenities are also available to enhance residents’ living experience further. The community doubles its efforts to keep residents active and healthy throughout their aging journey.

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Overview of The Rose Garden Elderly Care

The Rose Garden is an extraordinary senior living community settling at Knights Bridge Road, San Jose, CA, offering a variety of living options. These include dementia or memory care, hospice care, respite care, behavioral needs, and other high-care needs. Offering private and semi-private rooms, the community ensures the comfort and safety of its residents. Enjoy your independence with trusted care and assistance from the dedicated and professional team of the Rose Garden.

The community promotes a maintenance-free lifestyle and provides its residents with enriching activities and amenities for their entertainment and leisure. Moreover, the Rose Garden provides round-the-clock supervision and ensures that the needs of its residents are met with a 1:3 caregiver-to-resident ratio. Seniors are also served with three nutritious and delicious meals daily. The Rose Garden provides a large sunroom for families, fall prevention alarms, and newly renovated amenities. 

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Country Crest Senior Living

55 Concordia Ln, Oroville, CA 95966
Overview of Country Crest Senior Living

Located in Oroville, California, Country Crest Senior Living provides senior residents with an unrivaled experience, boasting pet-friendly Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care apartments and suites, granting access to a diverse array of remarkable amenities. This community offers a chance to come home to luxury senior living, set in the backdrop of the picturesque Sierra Nevada Mountains, ensuring an enriched and fulfilling life for its cherished residents.

Country Crest Senior Living introduces an exceptional, maintenance-free lifestyle. Here, a helping hand is available whenever it’s needed. Residents can enjoy good food and access a rich calendar of daily activities. Country Crest Senior Living is the place to discover it no matter what lifestyle residents seek.

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Overview of Noble Care Center

Noble Care Center, located in Stockton, California, is a facility that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. With a compassionate approach to healthcare, Noble Care Center specializes in a range of services, including wound care, restorative nursing, memory care, and diabetes management. Their dedicated team of professionals is well-equipped to provide expert medication management and personalized assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), ensuring residents receive the highest standard of care and support. The facility prides itself on its comprehensive dementia care program, designed to meet the unique needs of individuals facing memory-related challenges.
With 24-hour supervision and a responsive call system, residents at Noble Care Center benefit from round-the-clock support and security. The facility offers 12-16 hour nursing services, providing continuous medical care, including specialized pain management techniques, enhancing the residents’ overall quality of life. In addition to the attentive healthcare services, Noble Care Center also provides essential housekeeping, creating a clean and comfortable living environment. Furthermore, the facility offers hospice and respite services, ensuring that residents and their families have access to comprehensive end-of-life care and temporary relief, emphasizing the facility’s commitment to holistic well-being. Noble Care Center stands as a center with compassion as its main mission, offering a nurturing atmosphere where residents can heal, thrive, and live their lives with dignity and grace.

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Overview of Bayshire San Dimas

At Bayshire San Dimas, where comfort meets community in a haven nestled in the heart of serene San Dimas. Our vibrant community is more than just a place to reside; it’s a place to thrive. At Bayshire San Dimas, we believe in fostering independence while providing compassionate support tailored to individual needs. Our dedicated team ensures that each resident feels cherished and valued, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere reminiscent of home.

With a focus on holistic well-being, Bayshire San Dimas offers a wealth of amenities and activities designed to enrich the mind, body, and soul. From chef-prepared meals crafted with care to engaging social events and wellness programs, every aspect of life here is geared towards enhancing quality of life. Whether strolling through our lush gardens, joining in a fitness class, or simply enjoying lively conversation with friends, residents are empowered to embrace each day with joy and purpose. Discover a new chapter of life at Bayshire San Dimas, where every moment is an opportunity for growth and connection.

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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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Healdsburg Senior Living

725 Grove St, Healdsburg, CA 95448
Overview of Healdsburg Senior Living

A proud Aura Living community member, Healdsburg offers a luxurious environment that creates a lifestyle filled with endless possibilities for seniors to discover. The assisted living and memory care home redefines luxury living that make a comfortable and secure environment for residents to thrive. The residential lifestyle is focused on relaxation, enjoyment, and peaceful living. Healdsburg is a vibrant community that encourages residents to thrive independently, flourish actively, and live purposefully.

The Aura Collection difference boasts its commitment to delivering quality care and service for each individual to be enriched and engaged during their stay. Accommodations comprise delightful amenities and services such as housekeeping, laundry, engaging programs, social events, recreational activities, fitness classes, gourmet meals at the restaurant-style dining hall, beautifully furnished apartments, and an in-home emergency call pendant.

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Overview of The Gardens at Laguna Springs

Offering assisted living and memory care services, The Gardens at Laguna Springs is a 70-bed community in Elk Grove, California, operated by Elk Grove Memory Care, LLC under the direction of Guadalupe Ramirez. Opened in late 2020, it currently serves 45 residents with the support of an on-site nursing team and dedicated staff committed to personalized care and safety.

With the Humantitude philosophy, the community provides a sensory-based approach that uses sight, touch, hearing, smell, and taste to strengthen communication with individuals experiencing cognitive changes. As a result, activities are tailored to each resident’s abilities and interests, encouraging meaningful engagement and enhancing daily life.

Suites are equipped with safety features that promote comfort and independence while receiving individualized assistance. In addition, the surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 35, making transportation the most practical option for most errands. State inspections have also found the community to be in compliance with California residential care standards.

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Overview of Cogir of Folsom Memory Care

Specializing in memory care, Cogir of Folsom Memory Care is a one-of-a-kind senior living community set in the serene neighborhood of East Natoma Street, Folsom, CA. The community ensures individuals with dementia live their lives to the fullest with intricate and sophisticated private and semi-private suites. Utilizing an innovative approach, the community delivers top-tier care and support around the clock for seniors to enjoy their independence while retaining their dignity.

Carefully curated activities and learning programs are conducted to stimulate seniors’ well-being. With large windows and creative walls, residents have the freedom to choose how to about their day. Delicious and healthy meals are served to cater to nutritional needs and tastes. Cogir of Folsom Memory Care is dedicated to providing seniors with individualized care plans to ensure they are well-cared for, as their journey is surrounded by serenity and warmth.

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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.