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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. 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.
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.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Sherwood Healthcare Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Sacramento (East Sacramento)
62ANo 49 - 92.7% -Private / Semi-private Rooms
North Pointe Care Center
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Fresno
99ANo 80 - 92.3% --
Niles Canyon Post Acute
SC
NH
SNF
Fremont (Canyon Heights - Vallejo Mills)
73A-No 30 3 88.4% A-
Hayward Gardens Post Acute
SC
NH
SNF
Hayward
75BNo 75 6 95.2% A-
Cedar Crest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
SC
NH
SNF
Sunnyvale (Sunnyarts)
99ANo 67 - 88.0% -Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Redlands Healthcare Center
SC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Redlands (South Redlands)
78ANo 26 - 94.1% -Private / Shared Rooms
Lotus Care Center
SC
NH
SNF
Los Angeles (South Los Angeles)
40A+No 75 - 88.5% A+-
The Sequoias Portola Valley
SC
AL
CCRC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Portola Valley
328?Yes 12 7 79.3% -Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Empress Care Center
SC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
San Jose (Willow Glen)
67B+No 78 4 72.8% A+-
Extended Care Hospital of Riverside
SC
NH
SNF
Riverside (Ramona)
99A-Yes 44 - 94.9% -Private / Semi-Private Rooms
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Overview of Sherwood Healthcare Center

Sherwood Healthcare Center provides nursing home care, skilled nursing, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Sacramento, CA. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports residents receiving end-of-life care, and respite care provides a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover. Multiple care levels may make the community a good fit for a resident whose needs may change over time.

The 62-bed community has private and semi-private rooms, with private rooms suited to one resident and semi-private rooms offering shared accommodation. Rehabilitation services are available, allowing a resident to receive rehabilitation at the center rather than arranging transportation elsewhere. Sherwood Healthcare Center is in East Sacramento, and Dustin Murray serves as the director.

A Walk Score of 49 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for shopping and other errands. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare generally applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can support eligible residents whose savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly for care. Total nurse staffing is 3h 57m per resident per day, representing the daily amount of nurse time allocated to each resident.

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Overview of North Pointe Care Center

North Pointe Care Center provides nursing home care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Fresno, CA. Nursing home and skilled nursing services include licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care provides a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs time away.

North Pointe Care Center may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs supervised care or for a family arranging temporary support. Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation are also available for residents who need care during a recovery period. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to fund care.

The community has 99 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 30 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. A Walk Score of 80 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 Niles Canyon Post Acute

Niles Canyon, located in Fremont, CA, is a post acute care facility offering nursing, rehabilitation and post acute care services to its residents. This care facility’s nursing services aims to provide residents services that can improve their medical conditions. Each resident is also provided individual care plans, to ensure that their specific healthcare needs are met. This includes providing the residents with round the clock skilled nursing care, medication management and education, and mental health services.
Other services they offer include wound care and infection prevention, nutrition and hydration program, and therapy services. Additionally, all the care providers are licensed and are constantly training, to ensure that the care they provide their residents keeps improving.

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Overview of Hayward Gardens Post Acute

Residing in the serene neighborhood of B Street, Hayward, CA, is the astounding senior living community of Hayward Gardens Post Acute that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community also provides social services to guide seniors with their retirement plans. With round-the-clock care and assistance from a team of specially trained and responsible professionals, seniors let go of their worries and live their lives to the fullest.

Aside from personalized care, the community also conducts a variety of fun activities and engaging programs to encourage residents to remain active and happy. Promoting a bright and welcoming environment, Hayward Gardens Post Acute ensures seniors have a safe place to spend their golden years blissfully while receiving the utmost care and assistance for their special needs.

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Overview of Cedar Crest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Overlooking the peaceful neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA, Cedar Crest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a respected senior living community that offers excellent skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The community aims to help residents maintain their functional independence by offering an array of services, including daily living assistance, therapy services, and behavioral health programs for those living with mental health disorders. Residents here enjoy cozy and safe accommodations with easy access to care services and amenities.

In addition to individualized care plans, residents are also offered meaningful activity programs for their enrichment and entertainment. Three meals and snacks throughout the day are available to make sure residents’ nutritional needs and cravings are satisfied. A multitude of amenities are also available to ensure residents enjoy utmost comfort and convenience during their stay.

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Overview of Redlands Healthcare Center

Redlands Healthcare Center offers nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Redlands, CA. Located in the South Redlands neighborhood, it has several care levels, so a resident whose needs grow can move between settings without leaving the community or starting over socially.

Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment. 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, while nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing residential care.

Hospice care supports residents nearing the end of life, and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management during serious illness. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The home has 78 beds, with 94% occupancy, meaning most beds are occupied at a given time. Private rooms provide an individual sleeping space, while shared rooms place residents together in one room. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours 14 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time associated with each resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover care depending on eligibility and financial circumstances. The range of care levels and the availability of respite care may make Redlands Healthcare Center a fit for a resident whose needs may change over time or for a family caregiver who needs a temporary arrangement.

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Overview of Lotus Care Center

The Lotus Care Center in West Blvd, Los Angeles, CA is a tight-knit senior living community, offering short-term and long-term care services. Dedicated to offering top-notch care within a welcoming, family-like environment, this community boasts a compassionate team available 24/7 to meet residents’ every need. Residents in this community enjoy comfortable accommodations without the worry of home maintenance, thanks to a dedicated team that takes care of every detail for them.

Focused on supporting residents in leading an active and independent lifestyle, this community offers a variety of enjoyable activities and programs, complemented by nutritious, delicious daily meals. Here, residents enjoy the services they need to continue their retirement journey in comfort with peace of mind, all within a safe and sound community.

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Overview of The Sequoias Portola Valley

Eight care types are available at The Sequoias Portola Valley in Portola Valley, CA. The community is a continuing care retirement community, and its levels are independent living, memory care, hospice care, assisted living, nursing home care, skilled nursing, and respite care.

Assisted living helps with daily tasks, and the resident keeps a private residence. A secured setting with supervision is what memory care brings when a resident’s wandering carries risk. Skilled nursing takes over once a resident’s own health requires licensed nursing care. Hospice care meets end-of-life needs, and respite care is booked for the time a regular caregiver spends away on a trip or in recovery.

Because independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing share one community here, a resident can move from one level to the next without leaving. The 328 beds are spread across those levels.

Short-Term Rehab takes someone after an illness, injury, or hospitalization, and from there they return to their usual arrangement or go on to longer-term care. Staffing reaches 5 hours of nursing for each resident daily.

Suzanne Wasley-Fairley is the administrator, and Sequoia Living, Inc. operates the community. Residents can take up hiking and bird-watching, lawn bowling, garden activities, trips and excursions, and resident-led groups and committees, and pets are allowed. Medicare covers eligible short-term skilled care, and private pay covers the rest directly.

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Overview of Empress Care Center

Empress Care Center, located on Bascom Avenue in San Jose, offers high-quality skilled nursing care with a team of over 100 dedicated staff members. They provide a range of services, including support staff and LVNs, who specialize in stroke recovery, wound care, diabetic management, and post-surgical care. They also offer top-notch physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to help residents regain their independence.
In addition to their medical services, Empress Care Center also provides innovative activity programs, laundry services, and balanced meals. They offer access to podiatry, dental, and vision services as well, making sure residents’ overall health and wellbeing is taken care of. This home strives to create a sense of community where residents can connect with one another and form meaningful relationships. Whether you or your loved one requires short-term or long-term care, Empress Care Center has everything you need to ensure worry-free days.

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Overview of Extended Care Hospital of Riverside

Ideally set in the harmonious neighborhood of Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, CA, Extended Care Hospital of Riverside is a unique community that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Dedicated to enhancing residents’ quality of life, the community provides 24/7 care and assistance to meet their special needs and preferences. As a 99-bed skilled care home, the community strives to provide the utmost attention for Here, residents enjoy the finest quality of life with its warm and welcoming environment.

Enrich your retirement with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs for their leisure and wellness. The community also assists residents and families with their social needs to ensure a smooth transition from planning to discharge. Make the most out of your best years with the community taking care of your healthcare and personal needs.

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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: 93The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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