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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. 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.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
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.
Coastal View Healthcare Center
SC
HOS
NH
SNF
Ventura
96B+No 65 --- 88.2% --Private / Shared Rooms
Belmont Healthcare Center
SC
NH
SNF
Belmont
74A-No 80 --- 99.1% ---
Valencia Gardens Health Care Center
SC
HOS
NH
SNF
Riverside (Magnolia Center)
50A+No 87 ------1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Tampico Terrace Care Center
SC
HOS
NH
SNF
Walnut Creek
128B+No 40 --- 90.6% ---
Spring Lake Village
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
Santa Rosa (Melita)
679?Yes 13 14640-A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
O‘Connor Woods
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Stockton (Sherwood Manor)
499?Yes 22 13235--O'connor Woods HousingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Almaden Health & Rehab Center
SC
NH
SNF
San Jose (Blossom Crest)
77B+No 68 --- 91.3% ---
Rowntree Gardens
SC
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Stanton (Koreatown)
280?Yes 64 216- 62.9% A+California Friends Homes, IncPrivate / Companion Suites
English Oaks Convalescent & Rehabilitation Hospital
SC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Modesto
180B+No 69 --- 92.7% ---
Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center
SC
HOS
NH
SNF
El Cajon
151BNo 59 --- 94.7% --Private / Semi-Private Rooms
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Overview of Coastal View Healthcare Center

Coastal View Healthcare Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, and hospice care in Ventura, CA. Licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock through skilled nursing, while hospice care supports residents receiving end-of-life care. The range of services suits someone whose needs call for ongoing nursing support and hospice care in the same setting.

The center has 96 beds, with private and shared rooms available. A private room gives one resident an individual space, while a shared room places a resident with another person. Total nurse staffing is 3h 57m per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated per resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help cover a long stay when savings may not be sufficient, and private pay means the family pays directly.

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Overview of Belmont Healthcare Center

Belmont Healthcare Center is a 74-bed nursing home in Belmont, CA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community ensures older adults are treated well during their stay, especially with its small-town setting. Exceptional services, including 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and recreational programs, are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Through individualized care plans, residents receive exceptional care tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Light physical exercises, games, and social events provide residents with more opportunities for residents to try out new things and create meaningful moments. Accessible hallways and spacious living areas also ensure residents can rest and move around safely. Set near Hidden Canyon Park, walking trails, and beautiful bays in Belmont, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is committed to helping older adults thrive in retirement, making it a great choice for senior living in California.

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Overview of Valencia Gardens Health Care Center

Situated in a serene area in Riverside, CA, Valencia Gardens Health Care Center is a safe retreat for those who need rehabilitation, long-term care, and skilled nursing services. They help residents get back to their routines by offering access to physical, speech, and occupational therapy services. With 24-hour care and supervision, residents can focus on their well-being without worrying about their safety and care needs.

Engaging and stimulating activities like gardening, exercise classes, and volunteer programs are also available to help residents stay active and engaged. The community also provides an array of social services and compassionate end-of-life care to make residents’ final days as comfortable as possible. With Valencia Gardens Health Care Center, residents are guaranteed to receive all the care and support they need to thrive.

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Overview of Tampico Terrace Care Center

Tampico Terrace Care Center’s services in Walnut Creek, CA, cover skilled nursing, nursing home care, and hospice care. Every shift in skilled nursing has a licensed nurse on it, including overnight. Residents at the end of life can receive hospice care there, and the home is geared to someone who needs ongoing clinical care or hospice support.

Of its 128 beds, 90.6% are occupied, so the census runs a little below capacity. Nursing time per resident is 4 hours and 17 minutes a day.

Two of the accepted payers, Medicare and Medicaid, are public programs. The third, private pay, is money a family puts in directly.

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Overview of Spring Lake Village

Spring Lake Village offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Santa Rosa, CA. Nursing home care provides licensed nursing support for residents who need ongoing medical attention, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Several care levels are available in one community. Spring Lake Village may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. With 679 beds, it has many residents, making its scale relevant to families considering a larger residential setting.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while private pay means the resident or family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 6h 21m per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident.

Ferdinand Buot serves as the administrator, and Front Porch Communities And Services operates Spring Lake Village. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to keep a pet at the community.

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O‘Connor Woods

3400 Wagner Heights Rd, Stockton, CA 95209
Overview of O‘connor Woods

O’Connor Woods provides nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Stockton, CA. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing support on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while residents keep their own living space. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care; Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering; and respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available. A resident whose needs grow over time may be able to move to another level of care without leaving the community. With 499 beds, O’Connor Woods is a larger community with more residents and staff and usually more programming.

Housing includes studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts. A studio provides one private space, while a two-bedroom layout may suit a couple or someone who wants a companion. Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means using personal or family funds.

Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 16 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time provided for each resident. The gated community spans 34 park-like acres in the Sherwood Manor neighborhood. Rehabilitation services support residents who need therapy as part of recovery, and the community offers the A Day Away program.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to keep a pet while living there. Penny Leal-Mallete serves as administrator, and O’Connor Woods Housing operates the community. With its range of care levels, housing choices, and respite option, O’Connor Woods may suit someone who needs assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, or a short stay while a family caregiver is away.

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Overview of Almaden Health & Rehab Center

The Almaden Health and Rehabilitation Center provides seniors an avenue for the best possible care and support in the enlivening county of Santa Clara in San Jose, California. They invest in taking care of their employees to provide seamless service and genuine care. The center offers a wide range of services, including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, dietary services, social services, and assistance with daily activities. They strive to meet the unique needs of each resident and provide the necessary care and support to help them heal. 
They make it very clear that the safety of the residents is their top priority. The facility has implemented careful guidelines for visitation to eliminate hazards. They are proactive in preventing the spread of diseases and taking measures to ensure the well-being of their residents. Overall, the Almaden Health and Rehabilitation Center is a welcoming and supportive environment where residents can receive the care they need to thrive. Residents can definitely relax and receive the best possible care and support from a team of dedicated professionals.

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Overview of Rowntree Gardens

Find all the care you need with the distinguished life plan community of Rowntree Gardens in Dale Street, Stanton, CA offers a wide array of living options including assisted living, independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, and therapy services. The community takes pride in a team of reliable and highly trained professionals helping seniors with their personal needs and daily living activities around the clock. With specialized programs, Rowntree Gardens works hard to meet seniors’ special needs and aspirations.

As a faith-based community, Rowntree Gardens conducts enriching activities and engaging programs to strengthen seniors’ faith and keep them happy. Anticipate mealtimes with healthy and delicious meals provided to satisfy cravings and nutritional requirements. Rowntree Gardens is a good place for seniors to spend their golden years receiving the utmost care and support they deserve.

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Overview of English Oaks Convalescent & Rehabilitation Hospital

English Oaks Convalescent & Rehabilitation Hospital, is a facility by Generations Healthcare located in Modesto, CA, providing long-term skilled nursing and short-term habilitation services. English Oaks offers a variety of specialty programs within their skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Such programs include stroke rehabilitation, IV therapy, wound care, diabetes management, dialysis, and other chronic disease management. Apart from long-term care, they also offer respite and hospice care and services.
To ensure that the residents receive the right nutrition they need to either get back on their feet, or continue living a fulfilling life, they serve freshly cooked meals that are prepared with consideration to the patients’ and residents’ dietary needs. They also host recreational garden activities to ensure that each resident is physically and mentally active, promoting their overall health and well being.

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Overview of Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center

Located in El Cajon, California, Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center provides nursing home, hospice care, nursing care, and skilled nursing. Those with life-limiting conditions receive comfort-focused care, easing their pain and discomfort. Nursing services also ensure residents have access to continuous clinical support.

The community has 151 beds, with a 95% occupancy rate. Residents also receive a total of 3 hours and 7 minutes of nursing care daily. Private and semi-private rooms are also available in a single-story setting, accommodating those who prefer to stay by themselves or share with someone. Payment options also include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families options to cover care costs.

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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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