Best Senior Care in California

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2,084 senior care communities in California using California Department of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior care in CA
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Jun 2026
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2,084 homes
Avg Walk Score: 57/ 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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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

OakView Health Center
SC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village)
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 103
Rank #1063 / 1657
No
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 57
Rank #1846 / 2092
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1401
7
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #529 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #428 / 1487
79.4%
Facility 79.4%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #608 / 1368
A+Oakview Hc LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
The Reutlinger Community
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Danville
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #561 / 1657
No
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 57
Rank #1720 / 2092
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #630 / 1401
22
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #889 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #205 / 1487
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1008 / 1368
A+Reutlinger Community, The And Eskaton Properties IncStudio / 1 Bed
Greenfield Care Center of Fullerton
SC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Fullerton (Sunny Hills)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #725 / 1657
No
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 57
Rank #1345 / 2092
-3--
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1487
100.0% A+-Private / Shared Rooms
Highland Palms Healthcare Center
SC
NH
SNF
Highland (Cypress)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #725 / 1657
No
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1157 / 2092
-9--
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #531 / 1487
93.2% A+-Private Rooms
Mission Commons – A Provincial Senior Living Community
SC
NH
IL
Redlands (Live Oak Canyon)
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 103
Rank #1296 / 1657
Yes
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 57
Rank #1242 / 2092
--------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Spring Lake Village
SC
NH
AL
IL
MC
Santa Rosa (Melita)
679
Facility 679
CA AVG 103
Rank #8 / 1657
No
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 57
Rank #1926 / 2092
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1401
13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #654 / 1397
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #600 / 1164
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #45 / 1487
-A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Canterbury Woods
SC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Pacific Grove
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 103
Rank #179 / 1657
No
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 57
Rank #384 / 2092
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1401
9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 13
Rank #34 / 1487
72.6%
Facility 72.6%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #786 / 1368
A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
San Francisco Towers
SC
NH
AL
IL
MC
San Francisco (Cathedral Hill)
350
Facility 350
CA AVG 103
Rank #36 / 1657
No
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 57
Rank #2 / 2092
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 81
Rank #242 / 1401
9
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #592 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #158 / 1487
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1 / 1368
-Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Pomona
520
Facility 520
CA AVG 103
Rank #16 / 1657
No
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 57
Rank #1474 / 2092
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1401
12
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #441 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #91 / 1487
75.4%
Facility 75.4%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #719 / 1368
-Congregational Homes, IncorporatedStudio
O‘Connor Woods
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Stockton (Sherwood Manor)
499
Facility 499
CA AVG 103
Rank #23 / 1657
Yes
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 57
Rank #1826 / 2092
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1401
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #81 / 1487
73.4%
Facility 73.4%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #761 / 1368
-O'connor Woods HousingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Vi at La Jolla Village
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
San Diego (University City)
783
Facility 783
CA AVG 103
Rank #5 / 1657
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 57
Rank #218 / 2092
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #731 / 1401
29
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1061 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #183 / 1487
69.3%
Facility 69.3%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #865 / 1368
-Ccw La Jolla LLC, Cc La Jolla LLC, And Classic Res MgmtSuite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ventura Post Acute
SC
HOS
NH
SNF
Ventura
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 103
Rank #998 / 1657
No
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 57
Rank #888 / 2092
-7--
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #805 / 1487
91.2% --Private / Shared Rooms
Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation
SC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Oakland (Salem Court)
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 103
Rank #1167 / 1657
No
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1157 / 2092
-4---
85.2%
Facility 85.2%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #379 / 1368
A-Private / Semi-Private Rooms
University Retirement Community
SC
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Davis (West Davis)
500
Facility 500
CA AVG 103
Rank #22 / 1657
No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 57
Rank #1242 / 2092
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1401
12
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #529 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #158 / 1487
--Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Vineyards – California Armenian Home
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RESC
SNF
Fresno (Roosevelt)
412
Facility 412
CA AVG 103
Rank #27 / 1657
No
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 57
Rank #1798 / 2092
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1401
14
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #762 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #38 / 1487
54.1%
Facility 54.1%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1181 / 1368
-California Home For The Aged IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Overview of Pacifica Royale Assisted Living Community

Pacifica Royale Assisted Living Community is a 132-bed assisted living and memory care community licensed since 2003 at 15022 Pacific Street in Midway City, California. The three-story community serves older adults in Orange County who need daily living support but do not require skilled medical care. 24-hour staffing and respite care exist. The facility is operated by Pacifica Royale Assisted Living Comm., Inc. under administrator Edward Maslobodsky.

The inspection record is well above California’s average. Since 2021, the facility has logged 3 total citations, 70 percent below California’s average of 10, with 3 complaints against a state average of 14 and 3 complaint visits compared to a state average of 13. No metrics fall below state average. No serious citations recorded.

Outdoor patios, a game room, a TV lounge, and a large dining area are among the amenities. Services include two-hour routine checks, medication dispensing, and incontinence care. Every day, three meals are cooked and served in the main dining room. Scheduled transportation is also available for medical appointments and errands.

With a clean five-year compliance record, Pacifica Royale Assisted Living Community fits older adults in Orange County who seek a mid-to-higher-acuity assisted living or memory care community in Midway City. The community’s structured daily care routines define the care environment.

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Alta Vista Gardens

829 North Alta Vista Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Overview of Alta Vista Gardens

Operated by Alta Vista Gardens, Inc, Alta Vista Gardens is a nursing home located at 829 North Alta Vista Boulevard in Los Angeles. The 70-bed facility serves the West Hollywood area and has been supplying skilled nursing care for the past decade. It provides a smaller, more intimate setting compared to larger regional facilities. The community sits in a car-dependent neighborhood where most daily errands need a vehicle, common for this particular part of Los Angeles.

The home is subject to oversight by California’s Department of Health Care Access and Information, which conducts periodic inspections to ensure quality care standards are met.

For families thinking of choosing Alta Vista Gardens for a loved one, an on-site tour lets you see the facility’s environment and daily operations. Doing so also allows you to meet the care team. When making such a vital care decision, this kind of direct visit is especially valuable.

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Overview of St Michael Assisted Living

Under Harmesh Kumar’s administration, St Michael Assisted Living is a 49-bed residential care community in California, operated by Therapeutic Residential Care Services Inc. The home is set in a somewhat walkable neighborhood where some daily errands can be handled on foot, along with a blend of nearby amenities, so it’s convenient for residents and visiting families.

St Michael Assisted Living spotlights rehabilitation and therapeutic care, offering rehabilitation services and respite stays alongside 24-hour staffing to bolster occupants needing daily living assistance. It provides therapeutic services and structured wellness programming tailored to support residents’ physical and mental well-being. For those needing short-term recovery or respite care alongside longer-term residence, the facility has flexible stay options that accommodate varying care needs. It aims to provide individualized support in a mid-sized community setting that balances personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Families contemplating St Michael Assisted Living should arrange a tour to personally check out the rooms, care approach, and daily programming.

Contact St Michael Assisted Living

Overview of Twin Rivers at Natomas

Twin Rivers at Natomas operates a 48-bed residential assisted living community along San Juan Road in Sacramento, California. Administered by Sita Vadarevu under Twin Rivers at Natomas Inc., the facility offers long-term accommodations for older adults aged 55 and up. The local neighborhood features a walk score of 69, providing a semi-walkable layout where families can reach a few local retail spots or parks on foot, though most medical appointments and regional trips will require a short drive.

The residential routine balances group social events with direct assistance for daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and regular medication distribution. Staff members take care of everyday household maintenance, managing laundry, linen rotations, and on-site housekeeping duties so residents do not have to handle chores independently. The property features a communal garden and shared relaxation lounges, complemented by an open dining hall that serves daily meals restaurant-style.

The California Department of Social Services evaluates residential elder care settings through regular on-site audits to verify that safety setups, kitchen cleanliness, and staffing ratios meet licensing guidelines. Past state review logs show a history of reliable compliance, maintaining overall citation metrics that reflect strong performance compared to regional averages. You can request to view their formal regulatory binder and historical inspection records when speaking with the building staff.

Prospective families can call the main office desk at (916) 216-3058 to inquire about current bed vacancies or to schedule an introductory tour. The onboarding staff can break down how individual care tiers affect monthly fees, explain private payment channels, and show you how the team coordinates appointment transportation with local medical and dental clinics.

Contact Twin Rivers at Natomas

Contact Canyon Creek Post-Acute

Overview of Everlight Care

Enjoy the highest quality of care with Everlight Care, a multi-awarded community in Fresno, CA, that offers home care. The community features comprehensive care options, including hospice support care, transitional care, respite care, memory care, and 24-hour care. With a dedicated and well-trained team, older adults can ease their worries and receive top-notch care for their special needs 24/7.

Older adults will not feel lonely with genuine companionship from a cheerful and friendly team, encouraging them to stay socially connected. Veterans also receive the utmost care they deserve with the community’s veterans home care program. The community strives to provide a comfortable and safe environment for older adults to enjoy every moment of their golden years in their place of residence.

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Overview of Legacy Hospice and Palliative Care

Maintain dignity in your later years with Legacy Hospice and Palliative Care in Chino, CA, which offers hospice and palliative care. With top-notch care and assistance around the clock, older adults ease their worries and enjoy the highest quality of life. The community takes pride in its multidisciplinary team of compassionate and highly qualified professionals who strive to meet older adults’ holistic wellness.

End-of-life is a difficult journey for everyone involved, so the community also provides counseling, education, and practical assistance to help family members cope. In case of the loss of a loved one, bereavement support is also provided. To ease older adults’ pain and worries, continuity of care and symptom management are also available. The community is ideal for those seeking care and support during their end-of-life journey, especially with its dedication to delivering the highest quality of care in the comforts of their homes.

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Overview of Riverwalk Post Acute

Serving the health and recovery needs of residents in Riverside, CA for over 50 years, Riverwalk Post Acute is a leading community designed for skilled nursing care and rehabilitation. They feature a team of excellent therapists and an advanced rehab gym that provides access to speech, physical, and occupational therapy services for residents’ recovery needs. The community guarantees a well-cared-for living experience with the help of their highly-skilled nurses who are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Thanks to Riverwalk’s strategic location, residents here also enjoy access to a healthcare provider for their medical needs and emergencies. The community also features an array of activities complemented by its spacious lobby and common areas. With a friendly atmosphere, a kind care team, and advanced care practices, residents here are guaranteed to maximize their function level and independence.

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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 Cedarbrook Memory Care Community

Cedarbrook, located in Fresno, CA, offers a tranquil and secure setting for memory care. The community provides exceptional care and assistance to residents dealing with Alzheimer’s and memory loss with the help of a dedicated on-site team and nurses, available to support residents 24/7. Security is paramount to the community that they make sure to equip each apartment with advanced security systems, including motion and window sensors and long pull cords so residents can easily alert caregivers to their exact location and notify the team.

Fostering an active and engaging lifestyle, Cedarbrook offers a plethora of amenities and diverse activities that aims to nurture resident’s holistic wellbeing. Residents are free to participate in a variety of arts & crafts classes and exercise classes and participate in dining experiences, special celebrations, and events. With exceptional care and a variety of programs and activities, Cedarbrook offers a vibrant and supportive environment, making it an excellent choice for seniors.

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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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