Page 95 of Best Memory Care in California

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. 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.
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.
Yuba City Post-Acute
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Yuba City
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 116
Rank #741 / 1,021
No
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 56
Rank #341 / 1,105
B+----
92.4%
Facility 92.4%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #146 / 926
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Covenant Living at the Samarkand
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Santa Barbara (Samarkand)
379
Facility 379
CA AVG 116
Rank #27 / 1,021
No
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 56
Rank #699 / 1,105
?8
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #109 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 12
Rank #42 / 974
85.2%
Facility 85.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #238 / 926
Covenant Living West-
Acacia Creek – Union City
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Union City
376
Facility 376
CA AVG 116
Rank #28 / 1,021
Yes
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 56
Rank #480 / 1,105
?14
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #385 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 974
46.5%
Facility 46.5%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #867 / 926
Masonic Sen Liv Masonic Homes Cal & Acacia Creek-
Capistrano Senior Living
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
RC
SNF
San Juan Capistrano
125
Facility 125
CA AVG 116
Rank #375 / 1,021
Yes
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 56
Rank #403 / 1,105
?15
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #294 / 956
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #658 / 979
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 12
Rank #619 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
Asrv LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Alameda Care Center
MC
NH
SNF
Burbank
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 116
Rank #601 / 1,021
No
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 56
Rank #189 / 1,105
C+----
95.2%
Facility 95.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #112 / 926
-Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Brier Oak on Sunset
MC
AL
IL
NH
Los Angeles (East Hollywood)
159
Facility 159
CA AVG 116
Rank #220 / 1,021
No
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 56
Rank #52 / 1,105
C----
77.9%
Facility 77.9%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #399 / 926
-Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Southland Living
MC
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Norwalk
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 116
Rank #656 / 1,021
No
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 56
Rank #305 / 1,105
B-33
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #813 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
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Cottages at Riverside
MC
AL
IL
RC
Riverside
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 116
Rank #463 / 1,021
Yes
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 56
Rank #622 / 1,105
B+46
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #843 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
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Riverstone Terrace Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Bakersfield
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 116
Rank #756 / 1,021
Yes
52
Facility 52
CA AVG 56
Rank #673 / 1,105
D23
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #612 / 956
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #717 / 979
-
38.2%
Facility 38.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #902 / 926
-Studio / 1 Bed
Oakwood Meadows Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Citus Heights
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 116
Rank #646 / 1,021
No
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 56
Rank #449 / 1,105
B33
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #750 / 956
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #658 / 979
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 12
Rank #914 / 974
94.9%
Facility 94.9%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #117 / 926
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Overview of Creekview Assisted Living

Creekview Assisted Living in Pleasanton, CA, provides assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living supports daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management while residents remain in their own living space. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Having several care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to more intensive support can happen within the same community. Respite care is also available for a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Rehabilitation services provide structured therapy during recovery or ongoing support, which may help a loved one who needs more than routine assistance.

The community has 136 beds. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 23 minutes per resident each day, meaning that amount of nursing staff time is allocated to each resident daily. Medicare and private pay are accepted, with Medicare applying to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Patrick D. Mcelroy administers the community, and Creekview Hc operates it. A Walk Score of 47 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of Claremont Care Center

Claremont Care Center, Pomona, California’s premier location for nursing care, is committed to providing a welcoming environment where residents can regain strength, mobility, and a sense of home. The dedicated staff collaborates with individuals, families, and healthcare providers to develop personalized care and treatment plans. The facility prioritizes the art of caring, offering skilled nursing services with a focus on comfort, safety, and therapeutic support. Claremont Care Center’s vision is to be a center of excellence in the field of nursing homes. 

The state-of-the-art in-house therapy at Claremont Care Center utilizes modern techniques and hands-on approaches for tailored short and long-term rehabilitation. With a commitment to ensuring guests feel valued and cared for, the facility provides a range of activities and excursions to keep residents active and engaged. The monthly activity calendar offers diverse options, fostering a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle for all individuals at Claremont Care Center.

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Overview of Oak Ridge Healthcare Center

Oak Ridge Healthcare Center, located in Roseville, CA, is a healthcare facility offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and wound care. Their beds are all Medicaid and Medicare certified, which means that residents may be able to receive their wide array of skilled nursing services. This include getting individualized care plan treatment, laboratory testing, psychological services, and transportation services.

Senior residents may also take advantage of Oak Ridge’s geriatric care, dementia care, medication management, diabetes management, catheter and colostomy care, and bowel and bladder programs. Aside from their healthcare services, residents are also provided nutrition and hydration throughout the day.

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Overview of Covenant Living at the Samarkand

Covenant Living at the Samarkand is a senior living community that mainly provides services for residential living, assisted living, and skilled nursing seniors. The senior living community is dedicated to empowering all residents to live on their terms. The resort-like community boasts a relaxing and calming experience for its residents because it allows them to choose a lifestyle that matches their needs independently.
The Covenant Senior Living lifestyle is all about convenience and individuality. Many of their amenities and services are designed to ensure that a resident’s needs are met and satisfied. These include a library, wellness center, courtyard, and garden, and an arts and crafts studio, while services include housekeeping, laundry, and transportation.

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Overview of Acacia Creek – Union City

Masonic Homes Cal & Acacia Creek operates Acacia Creek – Union City, a senior living campus located at 34400 Mission Blvd in Union City, California. The property is owned by Larry Adamson, administered by Chuck Major, and has been in business for 20 years. While the broader campus houses 376 residents across independent and assisted living options, the skilled nursing section includes 96 beds. Residents stay for an average of 87 days, showing that the nursing team balances short-term post-hospital rehab with intermediate care.

The surrounding neighborhood has a walk score of 63, meaning visitors can handle a few quick errands on foot but will generally need a car to get around. On the floor, the nursing crew delivers an average of 5 hours of hands-on care per resident each day. This round-the-clock staffing handles physical rehabilitation, memory care programs, and temporary respite stays. For day-to-day life, the campus features an indoor pool, a fitness center, a library, a hair salon, and restaurant-style dining with made-to-order breakfast options.

Interested families exploring regional recovery or memory care programs can call the intake department to check on current bed availability and ask about the admissions process. The front office can also arrange a convenient time to tour the campus, view the dining rooms, and see the therapy spaces.

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Capistrano Senior Living

31741 Rancho Viejo Rd A, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Overview of Capistrano Senior Living

Capistrano Senior Living offers an upscale retirement living. It boasts an exceptionally vibrant assisted living home in San Juan because of the unparalleled standard of care in their accommodations and staff and the overall joy of the residents. Offering continuum care services, seniors can access comprehensive services that deliver a results-driven approach to fast recovery. The picturesque surroundings and top-level senior care are the pillars of their outstanding level of service, inspiring them to live life to the fullest.

With an emphasis on assisted living services, the cozy home provides all-inclusive amenities to help residents stay active and relaxed. From exercising in their cutting-edge wellness programs from their fitness center to a gourmet meal in their grand dining room– the community is a buzzing social community. Specialized services are tailored to the holistic needs of residents of independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing care.

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Overview of Alameda Care Center

Alameda Care Center is a nursing home in Burbank, CA, specializing in memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Here, older adults can keep their peace of mind, especially with its compassionate and supportive environment. Exceptional services, including 24-hour care, medication administration, and assistance with daily living activities, are also provided to help residents maintain their independence with ease. The community also follows a resident-focused approach to meet residents’ needs and preferences.

Sensory-stimulating games, light exercises, and recreational programs help enhance residents’ memory and encourage them to live actively. A spacious dining room, top-notch rehabilitation equipment, and cozy common areas are also available, so residents can relax and focus on their recovery. With a variety of restaurants and shops nearby, residents experience a convenient lifestyle. This nursing home has high standards of care, making it one of the best options for senior living in California.

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Overview of Brier Oak on Sunset

Situated on the renowned Sunset Boulevard, Brier Oak on Sunset is recognized for its expertise in offering both short-term and long-term care to its patients. It recently underwent a complete renovation, resulting in an interior that is cozy and welcoming, providing patients with a homely atmosphere. Their staff is committed to utilizing the most effective methods to accelerate the recovery of their patients. They also feature exceptional psycho-social support, and a recreation specialist is available to develop and implement meaningful programs that can benefit the patients in a multitude of ways.

Brier Oak on Sunset offers a range of top-class amenities to ensure that the patients’ needs are met. Fully air-conditioned rooms, lounge areas, private dining rooms for family events, a garden, courtyard, salon, and barber services, housekeeping and laundry facilities, and pharmaceutical delivery services are all available on-site. At Brier Oak on Sunset, patients can expect to receive the highest level of care from the dedicated healthcare professionals on staff. They are passionate about providing an environment that promotes healing and encourages patients to engage in their recovery actively. 

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Overview of Southland Living

Southland Living is a nursing home in Norwalk, California, offering assisted living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living supports daily tasks while a resident remains in their own living space, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care and short term rehabilitation offer temporary stays for a family caregiver who needs time away or for a resident recovering after an illness or hospital stay.

With 75 beds, Southland Living has a defined community size without the profile of a very small residence. Several care levels are available, which can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Victoria Tran serves as the administrator. The range of care may make this a good fit for someone who could need assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing as circumstances change.

A beauty and barber salon gives residents access to grooming services on site, while patios and gardens provide outdoor space. In house therapy supports rehabilitation without arranging transportation elsewhere, and transportation to appointments helps residents attend scheduled medical visits. A Walk Score of 74 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby destinations independently. Medicare is accepted for eligible short term skilled care after a hospital stay, not for long term residence.

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Overview of Cottages at Riverside

Cottages at Riverside offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Riverside, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space. Independent living offers private living with community services for residents who do not need daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, because care can change without leaving the community. Eva Tawfik serves as the administrator, and the community has 110 beds. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet.

A full service salon and spa gives residents access to personal care services within the community, while chef prepared meals are served in the dining room. The courtyard, nature trails, and outdoor pergola provide places for residents to sit or walk outdoors. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need rehabilitation support.

The area is somewhat walkable, with some errands able to be completed on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some errands independently.

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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.