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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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach
SC
AL
IL
MC
Huntington Beach
150Yes 75 A+117-8 76.7% -Shi-III Mg Gp Of Shi-III Huntington Bch And Merrill GStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Belmont Village Senior Living San Jose
SC
AL
MC
RC
San Jose (West Valley)
150Yes 89 A+2412126 70.7% -Belmont Village San Jose Tnnt & LP And Belmont ThreeStudio / 1 Bed
Genesis Manor I
SC
AL
HOS
RESC
Rancho Cucamonga (Alta Loma)
6Yes 34 C82-26 83.3% A+Gerry A MarkiePrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Norma J’s Home for the Elderly
SC
AL
RESC
Thousand Oaks
6No 47 C+82-18 100.0% A+Tiede Senior Care, IncPrivate / Shared Rooms
Valley Royale Care I
SC
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
Modesto
6No 67 A+6--19 83.3% -Valley Royale Care, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Fredericka Manor Retirement Community in Chula Vista
SC
AL
IL
MC
Chula Vista
560Yes 83 A265-11 51.1% -Front Porch Communities And ServicesStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Semi-Suite Apartment
Meadowlark Gardens VI
SC
AL
HOS
RC
Huntington Beach
6No 58 C+61-21 100.0% -Meadowlark Gardens, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Bridgepoint at Los Altos
SC
AL
IL
Los Altos (North Los Altos)
150Yes 79 A-153224 89.3% -Krc Los Altos LP & Kisco Senior Living, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Meadowlark Gardens II
SC
AL
HOS
RC
Huntington Beach
6No 67 A+4--21 100.0% -Meadowlark Gardens, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Carlsbad By The Sea Care Center
SC
NH
SNF
Carlsbad (Carlsbad Village)
224No 96 ?83-31 84.8% A+Front Porch Communities And Services-
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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach

Nestled in the sunny beach town of Huntington Beach, CA, Merrill Gardens at Huntington Beach offers a welcoming atmosphere for seniors seeking independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents can enjoy the classic beachy design, beautifully landscaped courtyards with BBQ areas, and spacious apartments equipped with modern amenities like washers and dryers. The community is conveniently located near shopping, dining, and outdoor activities, making it easy for seniors to embrace the vibrant Huntington Beach lifestyle.

Merrill Gardens provides a comfortable and supportive environment with a range of amenities and programs, including anytime dining, wellness programs, and scheduled transportation services. Residents can relax in inviting common areas, enjoy a movie in the theater, or unwind in the salon. With a focus on community engagement and individual care, Merrill Gardens ensures a fulfilling experience for all its residents.

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living San Jose

Home to decades of experience in providing exceptional senior care, Belmont Village Senior Living San Jose is a classic senior living community in San Jose, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. Choose from studios and 1-bedroom residence plans and enjoy access to various services and elegantly designed amenities. Resident’s are guaranteed round the clock support and assistance with a licensed nurse and well-trained team members available on-site 24/7.

At Belmont Village Senior Living San Jose, there’s no scarcity of fun things to do with their wide array of social and recreational activities and events. Residents receive the right level of care with professionally managed fitness center featuring on-site therapy services and an array of
enriching programs. Chef-prepared meals, salon services for men and women, and refreshments at the bistro are some of the amenities within the community that provides opportunities for social interaction and relaxation.

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Norma J’s Home for the Elderly

142 W Columbia Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Overview of Norma J’s Home for the Elderly

Norma J’s Home for the Elderly is a dedicated community set in the harmonious neighborhood of Thousand Oaks, CA, offering assisted living. With a compassionate and well-trained team available 24/7, residents can keep their peace of mind and receive the highest quality of care tailored to their personal needs. The community also ensures residents enjoy maintenance-free living with assistance with daily activities, housekeeping, and laundry.

To promote social interactions and an active lifestyle, a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs is conducted. Three delicious and well-balanced meals, alongside delightful snacks, are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Beauty-related services and scheduled transportation are also provided for convenience and safety. Residents will surely enjoy a blissful retirement amidst the community’s vibrant and welcoming environment.

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Genesis Manor I

6354 Sacramento Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701
Overview of Genesis Manor I

Genesis Manor I provides assisted living, hospice care and residential care in Rancho Cucamonga, California. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing and medication, hospice care addresses end of life needs, and residential care provides ongoing support in a residential setting. With six beds, the home has a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other, making it suited to someone who prefers a more intimate community.

Private and shared rooms offer either an individual room or a room shared with another resident. Respite care supports a short term stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and pets are allowed. The community opened in 1999 and is administered by Gerry Markie.

A salon, rehabilitation services, medication administration, help with activities of daily living, individually tailored activities and support for modified dietary needs are available. Together, these services cover grooming, therapy, routine care, personalized engagement and individual dietary requirements. Medicaid is accepted, giving families a payment route when personal savings may not cover a long stay.

A Walk Score of 34 out of 100 places the area in a car dependent setting. A resident who no longer drives would need a car or a ride for most errands.

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Overview of Bridgepoint at Los Altos

Embark on an extraordinary journey at Bridgepoint at Los Altos, an unparalleled destination offering a harmonious blend of independent living, assisted senior living, and the epitome of luxury in assisted living homes. Just minutes away from downtown Los Altos and the prestigious Stanford University, the location couldn’t be more perfect.

Discover an array of meticulously designed floorplans where every detail has been thoughtfully considered to provide the utmost comfort and convenience. Choose from a variety of options, each offering private patios or balconies that invite you to bask in the beauty of the surroundings. The kitchens are a culinary dream, and the spacious walk-in closets ensure that every cherished belonging finds its place. Step into a world of serenity as you wander through the future beautiful courtyards, meandering gardens, and hear the tranquil sounds of a flowing fountain. Unwind in the cozy fireside lounge, nourish your mind in the wellness center, and indulge in literary adventures in the library’s tech area.

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Overview of Valley Royale Care I

Valley Royale Care is a blissful retreat set in the quiet neighborhood of Fleetwood Drive in Modesto, California, that offers assisted living. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, the community strives to assist up to six residents with a compassionate and highly trained team. With its intimate and quaint setting, the community ensures each resident receives the utmost care and assistance tailored to their needs and preferences for a worry-free retirement.

The community also provides dementia care and hospice care, alongside companionship, to support residents in every step of their journey. With its all-inclusive care, residents can rest assured of keeping their peace of mind and age gracefully, knowing their needs are well-cared for. Meals, housekeeping, laundry, and medication management are handled by the community to provide residents with more time to do the things they love.

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Overview of Meadowlark Gardens VI

Meadowlark Gardens VI is an esteemed community situated in the thriving neighborhood of Pratt Cir, Huntington Beach, CA, offering assisted living, respite care, and hospice care. Here, residents have a comfortable and safe retirement with a compassionate and highly skilled team attending to their special needs around the clock. The community also handles the housekeeping and laundry to ensure maintenance-free retirement.

Enrich your later years with a full calendar of fun activities and engaging programs tailored to your enjoyment and leisure. Healthy and delicious home-cooked meals are also served for your dietary needs and preferences. The community also optimizes Veteran benefits and tax benefits to ease residents’ financial restraints. Make every moment of your best years count with the community’s dedicated care and top-notch quality.

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Overview of Fredericka Manor Retirement Community in Chula Vista

Find the care you need at Fredericka Manor Retirement Community, an astounding community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community features cozy and well-maintained studio to two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. With a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7, residents receive the highest quality of care for a worry-free retirement.

Residents will not feel lonely with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is surrounded by lush natural spaces, creating the ideal setting for residents to spend their golden years happily.

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Meadowlark Gardens II

16412 Wishingwell Lane, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Overview of Meadowlark Gardens II

A trusted community since 1996, Meadowlark Gardens II in Wishingwell Lane, Huntington Beach, CA, offers assisted living, respite care, and hospice care. Committed to enhancing residents’ living experiences, the community provides top-tier care and support for their unique needs in retirement. Residents get to keep their independence without having to worry about their daily living activities.

Recreational activities and exercise programs are orchestrated for residents to remain active and socially connected. Find comfort in mealtimes with healthy and delicious homecooked meals satisfying their dietary needs and preferences. Assistance with medication, regular monitoring of blood pressure, and visiting healthcare professionals are available for residents’ healthcare needs. Live your golden years without worries with genuine care and an inviting environment.

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Overview of Carlsbad by the Sea Care Center

Between the serene sea and the charm of Carlsbad Village, Carlsbad by the Sea Care Center offers a distinctive care experience, specializing in rehabilitation and skilled nursing services. The center provides 33 accommodations, some featuring captivating ocean views, consistently earning recognition from My InnerView and the National Research Corporation as one of the top 10 percent of skilled nursing centers nationwide. With a dedicated and welcoming staff committed to recuperation and rehabilitation, this San Diego County location ensures residents’ peace of mind.

As an integral part of the award-winning oceanfront Carlsbad By The Sea, this care center prioritizes resident needs, emphasizing personal attention and fostering a genuine sense of family. Round-the-clock professional nursing ensures the well-being of residents, complemented by rehabilitative physical, occupational, and speech therapies for comprehensive medical care. Carlsbad by the Sea Care Center encourages exploration, questions, and personalized guided tours, extending an invitation for individuals, friends, or loved ones. Accepting Medicare A and B along with private payments, the center offers flexible solutions tailored to each individual. The resident-centric approach allows individuals to live on their terms, with gourmet dining choices, complimentary Wi-Fi, and more. A level of care and human connection unfolds best through firsthand experience.

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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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