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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 1,147 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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Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
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.
Valley Spring Memory Care
MC
Los Banos
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 116
Rank #760 / 1,021
B+Yes
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 56
Rank #622 / 1,105
28
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #665 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #580 / 979
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 12
Rank #710 / 974
-Valley Springs Of Los Banos LLC-
Fillmore Country Club
MC
AL
-
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 116
Rank #701 / 1,021
B-No
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 56
Rank #468 / 1,105
11
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #385 / 956
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #799 / 979
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 12
Rank #354 / 974
-Fillmore Country Club, LLC-
Mesaview Senior Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
IL
RC
-
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 116
Rank #832 / 1,021
B-No
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 56
Rank #100 / 1,105
29
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #774 / 956
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #658 / 979
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 12
Rank #468 / 974
-Mvsal, LLC-
The Gardens at Laguna Springs
MC
AL
Elk Grove
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 116
Rank #680 / 1,021
D+No
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 56
Rank #854 / 1,105
42
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #834 / 956
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 3
Rank #902 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
64.3%
Facility 64.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #685 / 926
Elk Grove Memory Care, LLCSuite
Fountain Square of Lompoc
MC
AL
Lompoc
130
Facility 130
CA AVG 116
Rank #344 / 1,021
C-No
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 56
Rank #79 / 1,105
23
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #645 / 956
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #763 / 979
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 12
Rank #837 / 974
42.3%
Facility 42.3%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #889 / 926
Tharon Lompoc, LLC-
Discovery Commons Whittier
MC
AL
Whittier
125
Facility 125
CA AVG 116
Rank #375 / 1,021
CNo
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 56
Rank #803 / 1,105
23
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #696 / 956
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #799 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
63.2%
Facility 63.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #710 / 926
Whitter Ca Senior Housing, LLC And Integral Sr. Lvg Mg-
Brittany House
MC
AL
Long Beach (Lakewood Village)
170
Facility 170
CA AVG 116
Rank #179 / 1,021
C-Yes
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 56
Rank #509 / 1,105
90
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 13
Rank #944 / 956
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #858 / 979
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 12
Rank #837 / 974
67.6%
Facility 67.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #607 / 926
Brittany Healthcare LLC-
Regency Place Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Sacramento
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 116
Rank #723 / 1,021
CYes
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 56
Rank #764 / 1,105
23
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #564 / 956
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 3
Rank #841 / 979
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 12
Rank #710 / 974
75.4%
Facility 75.4%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #456 / 926
Regency Place Acquisitions Opco, LLC And Northstar Sr.-
Mirabel Lodge
MC
AL
Forestville (Mirabel Park)
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 116
Rank #823 / 1,021
D-No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 56
Rank #639 / 1,105
31
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #564 / 956
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 3
Rank #937 / 979
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 12
Rank #779 / 974
73.5%
Facility 73.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #485 / 926
Sonoma Model XPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Cogir of Cedar Creek
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
Madera
162
Facility 162
CA AVG 116
Rank #199 / 1,021
DYes
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,051 / 1,105
45
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #750 / 956
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 3
Rank #957 / 979
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 12
Rank #553 / 974
59.9%
Facility 59.9%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #757 / 926
Gahc4 Madera Ca Trs Sub And Cogir Sl Cedar Creek LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Valley Spring Memory Care

Valley Spring Memory Care provides memory care in Los Banos, California. The secured setting offers supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who may be at risk of wandering. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs that level of structured oversight.

There are 50 beds here. The smaller size can give staff and residents more opportunity to get to know each other. Memory care starts at $15,000 per month, giving families a starting figure for budgeting at this care level.

Medicare is listed as an accepted payment option, although it generally covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Families will need to understand how that distinction affects payment for an ongoing stay.

A salon and spa provide personal grooming services on site. Chef prepared meals approved by a dietician make up the dining program, while a wellness program and rehabilitation services, including short term rehabilitation, support residents who need wellness services or temporary recovery support. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet while living in the community.

A Walk Score of 55 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to handle select errands independently. Elizabeth Reynaga serves as administrator, and Valley Spring Memory Care is operated by Valley Springs Of Los Banos.

Starting Price $15,000/Month

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Overview of Fillmore Country Club

Fillmore Country Club provides assisted living and memory care in Fillmore, California. Offering both care levels may suit someone who needs help with daily tasks now and may later need a supervised memory care setting. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing and medication while a resident maintains an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The community has 66 beds. Studio, one bedroom and two bedroom units are available, with the two bedroom layout offering an option for a couple moving together. The starting price is $3,560, but the confirmed pricing does not identify whether that figure applies to assisted living or memory care.

Restaurant style dining includes meals prepared on site, with diabetic, low salt and vegetarian options available. A beauty salon and outside patio give residents access to salon services and outdoor space on the property. Scheduled transportation to medical appointments and shopping provides rides for those destinations.

Short term stays, a dementia program, daily exercise classes, live entertainment, trips and outings give residents several organized activity options. There is plenty to do. A Walk Score of 64 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete some errands independently. Connie Smiley serves as the administrator.

Starting Price $3,560/Month

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Overview of Mesaview Senior Assisted Living

Mesaview Senior Assisted Living offers assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, and respite care in La Mesa. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting and supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Independent living suits someone who wants private living with community services and no daily care, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Hospice care supports a resident receiving end-of-life care. The range of care types may suit someone whose needs change over time without requiring a move to another community. The community has 30 beds, making it a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Outdoor spaces include a garden, walking path, and covered indoor and outdoor patio dining area, giving residents designated places to spend time outside.

Transportation by private company car covers outings, doctor visits, resident pickup and dropoff, and concierge needs. A Walk Score of 89 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, services, or other errands independently. Genoveva Guerrero serves as the administrator, and Mvsal operates the community. Programs include Alzheimer’s care, dementia care, and enriching experiences.

Contact Mesaview Senior Assisted Living

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.

Contact The Gardens at Laguna Springs

Overview of Fountain Square of Lompoc

Fountain Square of Lompoc is an assisted living and memory care community in Lompoc, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who could move between levels without leaving the community.

The community has 130 beds. A Walk Score of 91 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, where daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Landscaped grounds include lush gardens, walking paths, and outdoor seating areas for time outside, and scheduled transportation is available for medical appointments, errands, and local outings.

Full service dining includes chef prepared meals with the flexibility to eat throughout the day. Rehabilitation services are available when therapy is part of a resident’s care needs. Respite care offers short term stays for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover; Meshell Ramos serves as administrator, and Tharon Lompoc operates the community.

Contact Fountain Square of Lompoc

Overview of Discovery Commons Whittier

Discovery Commons Whittier provides assisted living and memory care in Whittier, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains a private apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels means a resident can move between them as needs grow without leaving the community.

The community has 125 beds and sits in a car-dependent setting, with a Walk Score of 40. Most errands require a car or a ride, and transportation is available for destinations that require one. George Gonzalez serves as administrator, and the community is operated by Whitter Ca Senior Housing and Integral Sr Lvg Mg.

Residents can use the salon, outdoor spaces, art and creative studio, bistro and café, wellness classes, and game and activities room for grooming, time outside, creative pursuits, refreshments, exercise, and recreation. Meals are served in a dining room, while rehabilitation services support therapy needs. Respite care provides a short-term stay for someone whose usual caregiver is traveling or recovering.

The Military Veterans Program may make the community a good fit for a veteran. SHINE® Memory Care may suit someone living with dementia who needs a secured, supervised setting.

Contact Discovery Commons Whittier

Brittany House

5401 E Centralia St, Long Beach, CA 90808
Overview of Brittany House

Brittany House runs two types of care in Long Beach, CA. Those are memory care and assisted living, both on-site.

In assisted living, staff help a resident bathe, get dressed, and manage medication. Memory care is for dementia, and it means a secure setting where staff supervise, which fits someone whose illness has reached that point.

Esperanza Naaktgeboren is the administrator, and the operator is Brittany Healthcare LLC. The community stands in Lakewood Village, where a Walk Score of 61 counts as somewhat walkable. Some errands are within walking distance there, which gives someone who doesn’t drive the chance for an occasional trip alone.

Brittany House has 170 beds. Pets are allowed, so a resident’s animal can make the move as well.

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Overview of Regency Place Senior Living

Regency Place Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Sacramento, CA. Independent living means private living with community services but no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other tasks while the resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care is a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

Having several care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since they can move between services without leaving the community or starting over socially. The community has 61 beds, and its starting price is $4,000 per month. That gives families a general budgeting point, although the rate is not assigned to a specific care level.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in. Residents can use a pool and salon or spa, while massage therapy provides a wellness service and rehabilitation services can support recovery or mobility work. Transportation is available when a resident needs a ride beyond the community.

The area has a Walk Score of 44 / 100, making it car-dependent, with most errands requiring a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation or another ride for errands. Heidi Charette serves as the administrator.

Starting Price $4,000/Month

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Overview of Mirabel Lodge

Seek exceptional care in Mirable Lodge Senior Living Community, a distinct community in Forestville, CA, offering assisted living, memory care, hospice care, and respite care. With comprehensive care options, residents can rest assured of receiving personalized care tailored to their unique needs from a kind and highly trained team 24/7. The community also helps with housekeeping and other chores, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Delicious and well-balanced meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and incontinence care are also provided for residents’ convenience. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community strives to help residents thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Cogir of Cedar Creek

Settling in the quiet neighborhood of North Westberry Boulevard, Madera, CA, Cogir of Cedar Creek is an outstanding senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Choose from a wide range of well-built and spacious floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom cottages. With a dedicated and highly skilled team attending to unique needs and aspirations, seniors optimize their independence and gain more time to explore their interests.

The community fosters a vibrant and welcoming environment, paving the way for residents to interact with their surroundings and enjoy various learning opportunities. Indulge in delicious and nutritious meals catering to seniors’ dietary needs and tastes. With its homely spaces and serene community, Cogir of Cedar Creek doubles its efforts to provide seniors with a safe place to age gracefully.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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 1147 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.