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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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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. SC (Senior Care):
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.
Orchard Park Al and Memory Care
SC
AL
MC
RC
Clearlake
60Yes 23 A+4--- 46.7% Lakeside Vista Senior LLC-
Eskaton Granite Bay
SC
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Granite Bay
118No 29 A2013-- 65.3% -Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Pleasant Valley Memory Care
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Modesto
90No 75 A2----Pleasant Valley Memory Care Inc-
Emerald Oaks Inc
SC
AL
HC
HOS
MC
RESC
RC
Yuba City
116No-A-301435 45.7% Emerald Oaks Care, IncPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Regency Place Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Sacramento
61Yes 44 C231194 75.4% Regency Place Acquisitions Opco, LLC And Northstar Sr.-
Cherokee Retirement Home
SC
AL
Stockton
15No 23 C158-2-Cherokee Retirement Home Inc-
Discovery Commons Whittier
SC
AL
MC
Whittier
125No 40 C231776 63.2% Whitter Ca Senior Housing, LLC And Integral Sr. Lvg Mg-
Vista Montana Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
Hemet
120Yes 77 B-4327311-Vista Montana Senior Living, Inc-
Ventura Townehouse
SC
AL
IL
MC
Ventura
566Yes 66 C+38261013-Pacific View Of Ventura, Inc-
Downey Retirement Center
SC
AL
MC
RESC
RC
-252No 83 C51411110-Brookshire Partners-
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Overview of Orchard Park Al and Memory Care

Orchard Park Al and Memory Care provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Clearlake, California. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for seniors living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia who may be at risk of wandering. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Respite care offers a short stay for someone whose primary caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Having assisted living and memory care on site may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, because the resident can move between care levels without leaving the community. Orchard Park Al and Memory Care also offers memory care, dementia care, and respite memory care programs. Lakeside Vista Senior operates the community. Pets are allowed in pet-friendly units, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet, while the library, on-site spiritual space, and religious services give residents places for reading and spiritual activities within the community.

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Overview of Eskaton Granite Bay

Eskaton Granite Bay is a well-regarded retirement community in Granite Bay, CA, that offers comprehensive care options, ranging from independent living to respite care. Focusing on older adults’ comfort and familiarity, the community fosters a sense of belonging with its vibrant and supportive environment. Here, residents also receive high-quality services, including weekly housekeeping, transportation services, and restaurant-style dining. Through a holistic approach, the community ensures residents can live their retirement to the fullest.

A variety of classes, group outings, and educational presentations provide residents with opportunities to explore new interests and have fun. Residents can also relax and interact with friends at some of the community’s beautiful communal spaces, including the game lounge, garden, and courtyard. The area is nestled in the peaceful residential area of Granite Bay, ensuring residents have a stress-free retirement. This independent living community is a great choice for senior living in California, as it has a wide range of care options and extensive amenities.

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Overview of Pleasant Valley Memory Care

Pleasant Valley Memory Care offers nursing home care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Modesto, California. Skilled nursing and nursing home care include licensed nursing care around the clock. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering.

Respite care is a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover, so the community may be a good fit for a family needing temporary support or for a resident who needs supervised memory care. The home has 90 beds. A Walk Score of 75 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently.

A salon and spa provide grooming services within the community, while the covered outdoor patio and private courtyard offer outdoor areas to use. Pets are allowed, so residents can keep a pet with them, and registered dietitians prepare meals for residents with specific dietary needs. Rehabilitation services are also available as part of the community’s care, and Jennifer Whiteley serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Cherokee Retirement Home

Maintain your independence as you age at Cherokee Retirement Home, a reliable senior living community in San Joaquin County, Stockton, CA, offering compassionate assisted living services. The community makes sure residents are always well-cared for with a team of caregivers available 24/7 to offer assistance with personal care, medication management, and more. Here, residents stay in spacious and comfortable accommodations designed to foster a home-like environment.

There are no dull moments with a plethora of fun activities, and events conducted by the community. Residents get the sustenance and nourishment they need for healthy living with delicious and nutritious home-cooked meals served daily. Here, residents are guaranteed to thrive with high-quality home health care services, an invigorating calendar of activities, and a friendly environment that fosters happiness and meaningful connections.

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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.

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Overview of Regency Place Senior Living

Situated in Sacramento, Regency Place Senior Living Community is dedicated to supporting seniors in living their best life during retirement. They offer assisted living, memory care, respite care, and independent living options. Regency Place ensures a peaceful and fulfilling lifestyle for its residents and their community’s compassionate staff creates a nurturing and secure environment, promoting an enriching experience for all.
Senior residents can relish the comforts of home while staying active, maintaining a balanced diet, and enjoying a life filled with joy and contentment. In addition to providing excellent care services, Regency Place Senior Living Community offers a host of engaging activities and social opportunities. And with a focus on overall well-being and independence, seniors at Regency Place can savor their golden years surrounded by a caring and welcoming atmosphere that feels just like home.

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Overview of Emerald Oaks

Located in Yuba City, Emerald Oaks, Inc. is a beautifully renovated assisted living facility in California. Devoted to creating an environment where seniors can age gracefully, the home offers a comprehensive range of services, including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The facility boasts a stimulating atmosphere, providing robust support for seniors to thrive. With lush greenery, a grand entrance, and recent enhancements, Emerald Oaks, Inc. features premier finishes, high ceilings, and tastefully designed walls, creating an inviting and dignified space for residents.

The improved facility includes a main lobby that exemplifies excellence in care. Committed to providing assisted living with memory care, Emerald Oaks, Inc. prioritizes the well-being and comfort of its residents, making it an ideal choice for seniors seeking a supportive and enriching environment. As a trusted destination for assisted living for seniors, Emerald Oaks, Inc. is dedicated to offering a high-quality living experience in Yuba City, California.

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Overview of Downey Retirement Center

Downey Retirement Center is an assisted living, memory care, residential care and respite care community in Downey, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Residential care offers ongoing support in a residential setting, and respite care gives a family caregiver a short-term option when they need time to travel or recover.

With 252 beds, Downey Retirement Center is a larger community with more residents, staff and programming. Private rooms give residents an individual living space, while semi-private rooms provide shared living. The salon, courtyards and gardens, music classes, arts and crafts, and exercise classes offer different ways to manage personal care, spend time outdoors and take part in structured activities.

Rehabilitation services are available at the community, and in-house transportation or chauffeur service can help with travel to medical appointments. The area has a Walk Score of 83, making it very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Brandie Mendibles serves as administrator, and Brookshire Partners operates the community. The combination of multiple care levels and respite care may suit a resident whose needs could change over time or a family caregiver who needs a temporary care arrangement.

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Overview of Vista Montana Senior Living

Vista Montana Senior Living offers assisted living and independent living in Hemet, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time and who may want to remain in the same community.

The community has 120 beds. Its Walk Score of 77 places the area 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.

Chef prepared meals are served restaurant style, so residents dine on food prepared on site in a restaurant setting. Local transportation covers shopping trips, doctor’s appointments, and scheduled activities. Games, themed events, and resident outings offer organized ways to spend time with others, while the pet policy allows residents to bring a pet with them. Vista Montana Senior Living also offers the assisted living Waiver Program. Maria Forkrud serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Ventura Townehouse

Ventura Townehouse offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Ventura, CA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and having these care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

The community has 566 beds, so it has more residents and staff and usually offers more programming than a smaller community. Its starting price is $4,995, giving families an entry point for considering monthly costs before accounting for the resident’s care needs and services. A Walk Score of 66 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete select errands independently.

Pets are allowed, which may let a resident continue living with a pet. Dining includes gourmet meals, fresh salads, desserts, and other options, while activities include social gatherings, live entertainment, outings, and educational classes. Respite care provides short term stays when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover; Evan Granucci serves as administrator, and Pacific View Of Ventura operates the community.

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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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Senior 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: 103The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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