
Compare Memory Care around Eureka
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.
| Timber Ridge At Eureka | MC AL | Eureka | 75
Facility
75
CA AVG
104
Rank
#950 / 1644 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1321 / 2087 | 87
Facility
87
CA AVG
81
Rank
#568 / 1400 | 16 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
13
Rank
#884 / 1388 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#412 / 1160 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
12
Rank
#129 / 1500 | 76.0% | Western Living Concepts | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed / 4 Bed |
| Timber Ridge at McKinleyville | MC AL | Mckinleyville | 108
Facility
108
CA AVG
104
Rank
#665 / 1644 | Yes |
64
Facility
64
CA AVG
57
Rank
#922 / 2087 | 75
Facility
75
CA AVG
81
Rank
#973 / 1400 | 20 | 13
Facility
13
CA AVG
13
Rank
#949 / 1388 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
3
Rank
#829 / 1160 | 22
Facility
22
CA AVG
12
Rank
#270 / 1500 | 61.1% | Western Living Concepts | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Frye’s Care Home | MC AL | Eureka (Downtown) | 58
Facility
58
CA AVG
104
Rank
#1093 / 1644 | No |
94
Facility
94
CA AVG
57
Rank
#87 / 2087 | 86
Facility
86
CA AVG
81
Rank
#631 / 1400 | 5 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#324 / 1388 | - | 37
Facility
37
CA AVG
12
Rank
#44 / 1500 | 74.1% | Pyong Sil Frye | - |
A distinguished senior living community settling in the serene lands of Timber Ridge Lane, Eureka, CA, Timber Ridge Eureka offers assisted living and memory care services. Enjoy your best years within the beautifully designed and spacious accommodations of Timber Ridge Eureka in various studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. With a committed and highly skilled team providing the utmost care and support, seniors let go of their worries and spend their golden years doing the things they love.
Focusing on seniors’ needs and choices, Timber Ridge Eureka goes above and beyond in conducting enjoyable activities and exciting trips. Treat yourself to a luxurious retirement with various incredible amenities available at your expense. Moreover, the community prepares healthy and tasty meals three times a day to cater to dietary needs and preferences. Timber Ridge Eureka is a haven for seniors seeking to optimize their freedom while receiving the utmost care for their ever-changing needs.
Offering assisted living services, Timber Ridge at McKinleyville is a 108-bed community in McKinleyville, California, operated by Western Living Concepts and administered by David Uballez. Located on Nursery Way, the community has served older adults for 21 years and features studio and one-bedroom accommodations in a two-story setting. It currently houses 66 residents, reflecting a 61% occupancy rate.
Its surrounding area is moderately walkable with a walkability score of 64, indicating that some errands and nearby amenities can be reached on foot.
State oversight has also monitored the community’s operations for several years. Earlier concerns involving medication management and resident privacy were addressed through corrective actions. More recently, inspections found no deficiencies, and follow-up complaint investigations did not substantiate allegations of abuse, neglect, or resident rights violations, indicating compliance with state standards.
Owned and operated by the Frye family since 1989, Frye’s Care Home is a 58-bed assisted living and memory care community in Eureka, California. The community,licensed in Humboldt County as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly, has built a 37-year operating record in Eureka’s downtown neighborhood under administrator Delores Frye.
As a California RCFE, inspections are conducted by the Department of Social Services rather than CMS. Since 2022, the facility has had 5 total citations against California’s average of 10, and just 2 complaints compared to a statewide norm of 14. No fines are on record through the latest January 2026 inspection, placing the overall score at 80 out of 100 against California’s benchmark of 70.
All 34 staff members are full-time employees, an unusual staffing for a community of this size, which suggests consistent care coverage and low reliance on contract or part-time work.
Long-established Frye’s Care Home fits Humboldt County older adults who require assisted living or memory care in a small, family-run community in Eureka.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 Eureka, CA
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 3 memory care communities in Eureka, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community in Eureka, CA?
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 Eureka, CA, 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 Eureka, CA?
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.












