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Overview of The Redwoods

The Redwoods offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and nursing home care in Mill Valley, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home care provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and the community has 150 beds.

The Redwoods may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time because all four care levels are available in one community. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted: Medicare can apply to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay is another payment option. Community Church Retirement Center operates The Redwoods.

Housing includes studios, one bedroom apartments, and suites. A studio provides a single private living space. Residents can use a wellness center with a gym and pool, level paths along the marsh, private balconies and patios, and an organic garden with elevated planting beds. Specialized activities and therapies support cognitive stimulation, while garden outings provide an organized outdoor activity.

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Overview of Twilight Haven

Organized around assisted living, nursing, home care, and skilled nursing, Twilight Haven operates in Fresno, CA. For assisted living residents, bathing, dressing, and medication are handled with staff help. Skilled nursing adds licensed nursing care, and the range fits someone whose needs run from daily help to ongoing nursing.

If a short skilled stay follows a hospital discharge, Medicaid is the payer. If a long stay outlasts a family’s savings, Medicaid applies, and private pay covers the rest. There are 166 beds at Twilight Haven in all.

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Overview of St. Paul’s Plaza

St. Paul’s Plaza offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing care, adult day care, hospice care, and respite care in Chula Vista, CA. Independent living means having a private living arrangement with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing care, while hospice care supports residents at the end of life. Respite care offers a short stay when a family member who usually provides care needs to travel or recover. The community has 180 beds, with suite, one bed, and two bed housing options.

Private room pricing ranges from $3,265 to $10,046 per month, and the confirmed information does not assign separate amounts to specific care levels. Having several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time. Short Term Stays, Day Programs, St. Paul’s PACE, rehabilitation services, and child care services are available.

Kim Stratman serves as administrator, and 1420 Palomar and Integral Senior Living Mgmt operates the community. The Walk Score is 32, indicating a car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those errands, so this may be a good fit for someone whose family or support system can help arrange those trips.

Price range $3,265 - $10,046/Month Info Pricing updated on July 28th, 2026

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Overview of Angelica’s Home

Angelica’s Home provides assisted living, memory care, and nursing home care in Temecula, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Nursing home care provides licensed nursing on site around the clock. With six beds, the home suits someone who prefers a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. Private and semi-private rooms are available, so a resident can choose a private room or a shared arrangement. Residents can spend time outdoors on the patio or in the backyard, which has valley views, and Christian religious services are available.

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The Canterbury

5801 Crestridge Rd, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Overview of The Canterbury

The Canterbury in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Independent living provides a private apartment with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home care includes licensed nursing on site around the clock.

With 187 beds, the community offers several levels of care in one setting, so a resident whose needs grow may not have to move elsewhere. The starting price is $6,691 per month. Apartment choices include one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts, with the larger option suited to two people moving together, and pets are allowed to live with their residents.

Daily life includes access to a heated pool, putting green, beauty salon and barbershop, fitness center, library and business center, and game room. Dining options include restaurant-style meals and in-room dining, with fresh ingredients used in the food. Scheduled activities range from Creative Living Academy classes and chef demonstrations to farm-to-table events and monthly cultural cuisine celebrations. The Canterbury is operated by Episcopal Communities & Services For Seniors and offers Episcopal religious services.

Starting Price $6,691/Month Info Pricing updated on October 9th, 2026

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Overview of A Cozy Chateau

A Cozy Chateau offers assisted living, memory care, and nursing home care in Glendale, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. Nursing home care provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The home has six beds, creating a smaller community where residents and staff can get to know one another. Private rooms give each resident a single private space. Respite care is available for short stays, which can help a family caregiver travel, recover, or manage another responsibility.

A garden and outdoor play give residents ways to spend time outside, while wellness and fitness programs provide structured activities. Family gatherings, parties, and Girl Scout gatherings are also part of the activity offerings. An Elite Chateau owns the home, and Verdugo Cozy Chateau operates it. The combination of assisted living, memory care, and nursing home care may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, because different levels of care are available within the same community.

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Overview of Kaweah Health Ruth Wood Open Arms House

Kaweah Health Ruth Wood Open Arms House offers assisted living and nursing home care in Visalia, CA. The six bed residential hospice home has private rooms and is fully furnished, giving each resident a personal room in a ready to use home setting. Its small size may suit someone who prefers a more intimate community, and the home may fit a person who needs residential hospice care.

Residents can use a shared kitchen and common area, while the outdoor meditation garden offers a dedicated place for quiet time outside. Volunteer led activities provide scheduled engagement within the home. Kaweah Delta Health Care District operates the community.

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Overview of La Costa Glen Carlsbad

La Costa Glen Carlsbad offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Carlsbad, CA. Independent living includes a private apartment with community services but no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home care includes ongoing nursing support. Having these care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

With 1,233 beds, La Costa Glen Carlsbad is a large setting with more residents and staff, along with more programming. Apartment choices include one bedroom, two bedroom, and three bedroom layouts, giving couples or residents who want more living space the option of a larger apartment.

Residents can use an aquatic center, swimming pools, a hot tub, a fitness center, an art studio, a hobby shop, a movie theater, pickleball courts, tennis courts, and raised garden beds. The activities calendar includes fitness classes, health lectures, clubs, and more than 200 activities and classes each month, creating organized opportunities for exercise, learning, hobbies, and group participation.

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Overview of The Meadows of Napa Valley Care Center

The Meadows of Napa Valley Care Center offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Napa, CA. Independent living means a private apartment with community services but no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home care includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels share one campus. For a resident whose needs grow over time, that can mean changing care without moving to another community. The home has 350 beds, so residents share a larger setting with more residents and staff, along with more programming. The community may be a good fit for someone who wants independent living, needs help with daily tasks, requires a secured memory care setting, or needs round-the-clock nursing care.

Residences include studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments. The larger layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Residents can use a heated saline indoor pool, fully equipped gym, infrared sauna, hot tub, creative studios, landscaped courtyards, and an on-site dog park.

Organized options include yoga, balance training, aqua aerobics, lectures, hobby groups, cultural programs, social gatherings, and wellness classes, covering exercise, learning, hobbies, and group activities. Dining includes buffet service, brunch, a bistro or cafe on site, and multiple dining venues. The Meadows of Napa Valley Care Center is operated by Odd Fellows Home Of Ca and Gerontological Services.

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Overview of Morningside of Fullerton

Morningside of Fullerton offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Fullerton, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, nursing home care provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and independent living provides private living with community services but no daily care. Having these care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The community has 712 beds and offers one bedroom, two bedroom, and three bedroom apartments. A one bedroom apartment provides a single bedroom layout, while two and three bedroom apartments can suit couples moving together or residents who need additional bedrooms. The starting entrance fee is $400,000, so joining the community requires planning for a one time payment at that level.

Residents can use a heated saltwater pool and whirlpool, along with pickleball courts, a short game golf course, and a putting green. A woodworking shop, garden center, art studio, fitness center, and spa provide additional places for hobbies, exercise, and personal care. Fitness classes, health lectures, and more than 200 activities and classes each month give residents scheduled options for exercise, learning, and recreation. Morningside Sp Associates, Gp Of Corecare Iii operates the community.

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Nursing Homes in California at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.2/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in California. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.4/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in California. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in California. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5