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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-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.
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.
Cottages at Riverside
MC
AL
IL
RC
Riverside
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 116
Rank #463 / 1,021
B+Yes
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 56
Rank #622 / 1,105
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
DYes
52
Facility 52
CA AVG 56
Rank #673 / 1,105
23
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
Bliss Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
National City
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 116
Rank #617 / 1,021
ANo
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 56
Rank #169 / 1,105
2
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
--Bliss Assisted Living & Memory Care Inc-
Oakwood Meadows Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Citus Heights
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 116
Rank #646 / 1,021
BNo
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 56
Rank #449 / 1,105
33
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #750 / 956
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #658 / 979
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 12
Rank #914 / 974
94.9%
Facility 94.9%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #117 / 926
Makena Bay, LLC-
Yuba City Post-Acute
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Yuba City
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 116
Rank #741 / 1,021
B+No
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 56
Rank #341 / 1,105
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92.4%
Facility 92.4%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #146 / 926
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Creekside Center
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Stockton (Stonewood)
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 116
Rank #656 / 1,021
B+No
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 56
Rank #449 / 1,105
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95.6%
Facility 95.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #107 / 926
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Artesia Christian Home
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Artesia
143
Facility 143
CA AVG 116
Rank #286 / 1,021
?No
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 56
Rank #154 / 1,105
9
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #109 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 12
Rank #1 / 974
55.9%
Facility 55.9%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #795 / 926
Artesia Christian Home, Inc-
Pleasant Hill Oasis
MC
AL
Pleasant Hill
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 116
Rank #764 / 1,021
C-No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 56
Rank #639 / 1,105
21
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #471 / 956
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #658 / 979
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 12
Rank #507 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
Ph Senior Care LLC And Northstar Senior Living Inc-
Spring Lake Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
Santa Rosa (Melita)
679
Facility 679
CA AVG 116
Rank #7 / 1,021
?Yes
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 56
Rank #1,021 / 1,105
14
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #385 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 12
Rank #20 / 974
-Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
O‘Connor Woods
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Stockton (Sherwood Manor)
499
Facility 499
CA AVG 116
Rank #20 / 1,021
?Yes
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 56
Rank #956 / 1,105
13
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #172 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 12
Rank #35 / 974
-O'connor Woods HousingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other CA memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 1,187 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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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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Overview of Riverstone Terrace Senior Living

Administered by Douglas G. Rice, Riverstone Terrace Senior Living is a single-story community in Bakersfield, California, offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. The community is near Garden Park and local bus stops. It’s about 5.4 miles from downtown Bakersfield, giving residents several care options in one location.

The 55-bed community has furnished studio and one-bedroom apartments. It currently operates at 38% occupancy, so there’s plenty of availability for families looking to move a loved one in. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 52, which is moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, but other errands and outings require a short drive.

Residents enjoy the benefits of 24-hour assistance, weekly housekeeping, transportation services, beauty services and regular fitness programs. Memory care is available for residents who need it. Respite care is a short term option for the families. These services allow residents to receive the right level of care without having to leave their communities.

Themed events, games, light exercise sessions, outdoor gardens, a dining room and common gathering areas encourage residents to stay active and engaged. The community is also pet friendly, so residents can bring in a companion animal.

State inspections in California have mainly focused on safety and hazard prevention, including chemical storage, slip-resistant flooring, staff screening, and employee clearance procedures. Complaint investigations involving staff conduct, response times, and resident care have not resulted in substantiated findings. Families touring Riverstone Terrace Senior Living should ask how these safety practices are managed as part of the community’s daily operations.

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Overview of Bliss Assisted Living & Memory Care

Bliss Assisted Living & Memory Care provides assisted living and memory care in National City, California. Care includes help with bathing, grooming, and dressing, as well as dementia and Alzheimer’s care, incontinence management, and medication support. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs hands-on personal care and dementia or Alzheimer’s support.

Licensed nurses are on duty 24 hours a day, with certified nursing assistants and medication aides also available around the clock. Residents can therefore receive nursing, personal care, and medication support throughout the day and night. Respite care is available for short stays, which can give a family caregiver temporary coverage while traveling or recovering. Rehabilitation services are also available within the community, so a resident can receive rehabilitation without arranging care elsewhere.

The community has 85 beds. A salon or spa allows residents to receive those personal services within the community, and religious services are available as well. With a Walk Score of 84 out of 100, the area falls in the very walkable range, meaning most errands can be done on foot; a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Megan Amey serves as administrator.

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Overview of Oakwood Meadows Assisted Living

Oakwood Meadows Assisted Living offers assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Citus Heights, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily activities and medication reminders, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Hospice care focuses on comfort for a resident with serious illness. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, giving the range of care types room to match changing needs, including a later need for memory care or hospice support.

Residents can use the beauty salon and attend exercise classes. Chef-prepared meals are served in a family-style dining setting, while scheduled transportation and local shopping trips offer organized ways to shop without arranging each outing independently. Religious services and social events add on-site programs beyond daily care.

Oakwood Meadows Assisted Living has 78 beds, with an occupancy rate of 95%, meaning most beds are in use. Daniel Torgersen serves as the administrator, and Makena Bay operates the community. A Walk Score of 65 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain outings independently.

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Overview of Yuba City Post-Acute

Yuba City Post Acute is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in Yuba City, California, offering memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. Hospice care addresses end of life needs, palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management, and respite care gives a family caregiver a short stay option when they need to travel or recover.

There are 59 beds here. That makes it a smaller community where staff and residents get to know each other. Rehabilitation services and the short term rehab program support residents who need recovery focused care for a limited stay, while an on staff doctor is available and private rooms give residents the option of having their own room.

Nurse staffing totals 4 hours per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time associated with each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover care. A Walk Score of 72 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still get out independently.

The combination of ongoing and short term care may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may change over time or whose usual caregiver needs temporary support.

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Overview of Creekside Center

Creekside Center, located in the serene surroundings of Stockton, CA, is a facility that provides unparalleled skilled nursing services to patients in need of post-acute medical and rehabilitation care. With a commitment to excellence, Creekside Center specializes in providing comprehensive support to patients dealing with a myriad of conditions, including pulmonary impairment, diabetes management, wound care, joint replacement, orthopedic injuries, stroke, neurological disorders, cardiac-related problems, and cancer. The facility’s experienced medical professionals employ cutting-edge techniques and personalized treatment plans to facilitate patients’ recovery journeys, ensuring optimal health and well-being.

Creekside Center takes pride in its inviting atmosphere, offering spacious private and semi-private rooms that are fully air-conditioned, providing patients with a comfortable and tranquil space to focus on their recovery. To enhance the overall well-being of residents, the facility provides a range of amenities, including grooming services, ensuring residents can maintain their self-esteem and dignity. Creekside Center also offers housekeeping and laundry services, allowing patients to focus solely on their recovery without worrying about daily chores. Additionally, the facility ensures the dietary needs of patients are met, accommodating special dietary restrictions and offering expertly prepared meals and services, fostering a nurturing environment conducive to healing and recovery.

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Overview of Artesia Christian Home

Artesia Christian Home offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Artesia, CA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels are available in one community, which may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. The home has 143 beds and opened in 1951. Michelle Robison serves as the administrator.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families different ways to cover care based on eligibility and personal resources. Total nurse staffing is 5h 48m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services, short-term rehab, and respite care are available, with respite providing a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Programs include LifeLoop, Eldergrow, volunteer opportunities, and a Women’s Auxiliary. An 85 / 100 Walk Score means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Pleasant Hill Oasis

Pleasant Hill Oasis provides assisted living and memory care in Pleasant Hill, California. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident lives in a private or semi-private room. Memory care provides supervision in a setting suited to someone living with dementia who may be at risk of wandering.

Having both care levels may allow a resident whose needs grow over time to remain at Pleasant Hill Oasis rather than move to another community. The community has 49 beds, and all are currently occupied. Private and semi-private rooms are available, so residents may have either an individual room or a shared room.

Respite care supports short term stays when someone’s usual caregiver needs temporary help. Rehabilitation services also provide access to therapy at the community. Meals are freshly cooked and seasonal, with special dietary needs accommodated.

Residents can take part in coffee, news updates, exercise, and relaxation programs. Medication management and incontinence services address specific daily care needs. Pleasant Hill Oasis is administered by Liza Elegado and operated by Ph Senior Care and Northstar Senior Living.

A Walk Score of 54 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select nearby destinations independently. Families using financial planning information should note that no payment options or starting prices are confirmed here.

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Overview of Spring Lake Village

Spring Lake Village offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Santa Rosa, CA. Nursing home care provides licensed nursing support for residents who need ongoing medical attention, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Several care levels are available in one community. Spring Lake Village may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. With 679 beds, it has many residents, making its scale relevant to families considering a larger residential setting.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while private pay means the resident or family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 6h 21m per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident.

Ferdinand Buot serves as the administrator, and Front Porch Communities And Services operates Spring Lake Village. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to keep a pet at the community.

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O‘Connor Woods

3400 Wagner Heights Rd, Stockton, CA 95209
Overview of O‘connor Woods

O’Connor Woods provides nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Stockton, CA. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing support on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while residents keep their own living space. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care; Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering; and respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available. A resident whose needs grow over time may be able to move to another level of care without leaving the community. With 499 beds, O’Connor Woods is a larger community with more residents and staff and usually more programming.

Housing includes studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts. A studio provides one private space, while a two-bedroom layout may suit a couple or someone who wants a companion. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means using personal or family funds.

Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 16 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time provided for each resident. The gated community spans 34 park-like acres in the Sherwood Manor neighborhood. Rehabilitation services support residents who need therapy as part of recovery, and the community offers the A Day Away program.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to keep a pet while living there. Penny Leal-Mallete serves as administrator, and O’Connor Woods Housing operates the community. With its range of care levels, housing choices, and respite option, O’Connor Woods may suit someone who needs assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, or a short stay while a family caregiver is away.

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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 1187 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.