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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. 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. 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.
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.
Heritage Park Nursing Center
SC
NH
SNF
A Upland (North Ontario)
70No 75 A----- 95.7% ---
Mission Skilled Nursing & Subacute Center
SC
NH
SNF
Santa Clara (Cory)
133No 69 B+---- 98.5% ---
La Paloma Healthcare Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Oceanside (Tri-City)
93No 59 A----- 90.8% ---
Town & Country
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Santa Ana
328Yes 67 ?3928650 32.9% A+Christian And Missionary Alliance-
Arbol Residences in Santa Rosa
SC
MC
NH
SNF
Santa Rosa
110No 38 ?12611 90.0% ABrightwater Senior Living Group LLC-
University Retirement Community
SC
AL
CCRC
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Davis (West Davis)
500No 54 ?154128--Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Thousand Oaks Post Acute
SC
NH
SNF
Thousand Oaks (West Avenida De Los Arboles)
123No 48 B+---- 82.3% --Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Leisure Glen Care Center
SC
NH
SNF
Glendale (Adams Hill)
108No 79 A--------Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Villa Valencia Healthcare Center
SC
NH
SNF
Laguna Hills
59No 62 A----- 89.2% ---
Arroyo Vista Nursing Center
SC
NH
SNF
San Diego (City Heights)
53No 49 A+---- 88.7% ---
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Overview of Heritage Park Nursing Center

Heritage Park Nursing Center in Upland, CA, is a 70-bed nursing home that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Featuring a clean and well-organized setting, the community ensures older adults are comfortable and safe. Assistance with daily living activities, 24-hour care, and nutritious meals are also offered, so residents can focus on their rehabilitation and recovery. Personalized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Recreational activities, social events, and light exercises provide residents with more opportunities to gain meaningful experiences and have fun. Cozy rooms and fun gathering areas are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Situated in the lively neighborhood of Upland, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in California, especially with its top-tier services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Mission Skilled Nursing & Subacute Center

The Mission Skilled Nursing and Subacute Center located in San Jose, California, is a community of compassionate individuals who provide a home-like atmosphere for residents. The staff is committed to restoring the highest level of functioning for the elderly and is dedicated to working hard to send them home whenever possible. With 133 beds, the center provides short and long-term care, residential care, and therapy services including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. 
This home has also been awarded excellence in healthcare consistently since 2010, which is a testament to their commitment to providing high caliber care. Here, residents have access to a variety of fun activities such as arts and crafts, outings, salon and barber services, and religious events. Private rooms are also available to ensure that residents have a comfortable and private space to call their own. This home offers a myriad of opportunities to residents and their families to enjoy each day with assurance and comfort like no other. 

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Overview of La Paloma Healthcare Center

Pacific Villas Post Acute in Oceanside, CA, is a nursing home that offers a wide range of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care. With its warm and nurturing environment, the community ensures older adults can keep their peace of mind in retirement. 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and social services are also offered, so residents experience a worry-free lifestyle. Alongside plenty of specialized care, personalized care plans are also provided to help residents return to their routines and live to their potential.

Musical performances, stretching, special events, and field trips are just some of the activities that residents can participate in to stay active and make friends. Cozy communal areas and thoughtfully furnished rooms are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Residents also have quick access to healthcare and other necessities, with Tri-City Medical Park, Med-Care Plarmacy, restaurants, shops, and bus stops located in the area. Providing high standards of care and well-maintained amenities, this nursing home is one of the best options for senior living in California.

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Overview of Town & Country

Town & Country offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Santa Ana, CA. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Because Town & Country offers several care levels, it may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 328 beds, and total nurse staffing is 5h 22m per resident/day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated per resident.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly. Sara Modugno is the administrator, and Christian And Missionary Alliance operates the community.

A Walk Score of 67 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet at the community.

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Arbol Residences in Santa Rosa

300 Fountaingrove Pkwy, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Overview of Arbol Residences in Santa Rosa

When your loved ones enter the late chapter of life that needs more than just the occasional help with daily living, Arbol Residences offers more than two decades of reputable and compassionate skilled nursing care, in the Santa Rosa area. Your near and dear will be in the well-trained hands of a licensed and Medicare-certified team that caters to daily living activities in a nursing home facility with medical-grade equipment, so rest assured that residents receive the best possible care.

The newly renovated Arbol boasts living arrangements that provide comfort and security for residents, with transitioning into your loved one’s new nursing home, a process as smooth as butter. Family visits are not only welcome but encouraged, fostering a welcoming community that feels like home, with a touch of luxury thanks to chef-curated meals, various wellness program events, and lush garden areas for peaceful strolls, to stimulate and excite seniors.

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Overview of University Retirement Community

Located in the heart of Davis, CA, University Retirement Community is a luxury senior living community that offers its residents an extravagant independent living environment. The community provides its residents with stunning and snug accommodations with home maintenance and other household chores taken care of for a carefree living experience. Each residence is equipped with private decks, large windows, full kitchens, and large living and dining areas that foster a comfortable and convenient living environment.

Designed to nurture residents’ overall aspect of well-being, the community also offers an array of wellness initiatives and enriching activities. Residents keep their minds sharp with the community’s excellent range of lifelong learning opportunities that help stimulate their minds and cognitive abilities. Here at University Retirement Community, residents spend less time worrying about the small things, and more time pursuing the things they love.

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Thousand Oaks Post Acute

93 W Avenida De Los Arboles, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Overview of Thousand Oaks Post Acute

Thousand Oaks Post Acute is a nursing home in Thousand Oaks, CA, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community also promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, dedicated to older adults’ comfort and healing. With 24-hour care, therapeutic meals, and social services, residents experience excellent services. To meet residents’ unique needs and preferences, individualized care plans are provided.

Volunteer programs, stretching exercises, and outings are just some of the activities that aim to help enhance residents’ holistic well-being. A beauty and barber shop and beautiful patio areas are also available for residents’ relaxation. Residents also experience a stress-free retirement, as it is conveniently located in the quiet residential area of Thousand Oaks. Providing high quality of care for older adults’ welfare, this nursing home is a great choice for senior living in California.

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Overview of Leisure Glen Care Center

Leisure Glen Care Center is a nursing home in Glendale, CA, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Fostering comfort and healing, the community ensures older adults are treated well throughout their stay. With 24-hour care, housekeeping, social services, and nutritious meals, residents receive exceptional care to live comfortably in retirement. Focusing on residents’ rehabilitation and recovery, the community strives to provide the best possible care tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Social events, stretching exercises, and games provide residents with more opportunities to live actively and make friends. Residents can also focus on their wellness and rest, with a state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym and spacious outdoors. Dignity Health – Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center, restaurants, and bus stops are also located nearby, providing quick access to healthcare and leisure. This nursing home is one of the best options for senior living in California, especially with its top-notch services.

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Villa Valencia Healthcare Center

25000 Calle De Los Caballeros, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Overview of Villa Valencia Healthcare Center

Villa Valencia Healthcare Center is a distinguished skilled nursing facility in Laguna Hills, California, deeply committed to enriching lives and fostering individual well-being. Their approach is deeply personalized, offering therapy services tailored to help each resident attain their highest potential in terms of ability and independence. Renowned as a top-tier 24-hour nursing home, they stand at the forefront of providing cutting-edge rehabilitation and nursing services.

Villa Valencia Healthcare Center is synonymous with premium skilled nursing and five-star rehabilitation services. When a new patient arrives at Villa Valencia, they engage in a comprehensive meeting with the rehabilitation director to create a customized therapy plan that aligns with their unique needs. Villa Valencia boasts a dedicated team of professionals, including a skilled rehabilitation and nursing staff, all driven by a shared mission of delivering top-notch care to those in need. Your loved ones’ well-being is their utmost priority.

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Overview of Arroyo Vista Nursing Center

Arroyo Vista Nursing Center in San Diego, California is a welcoming and lively community that provides exceptional care to its residents. Cleanliness is a top priority at Arroyo Vista Nursing Center, as it plays a vital role in the residents’ overall health and well-being. The team includes physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapy assistants, speech pathologists, and other skilled professionals. Rehab therapists work on-site, allowing them to develop meaningful relationships with the residents. 
They feature a state-of-the-art therapy gym, where highly skilled therapists utilize both cutting-edge technology and hands-on techniques to ensure the best possible outcomes for the residents. The facility also boasts outdoor spaces, including a lovely patio area, that provides a serene and lush environment to relax and unwind. The dining room is filled with natural light and the interior is adorned with beautiful artwork, creating an ambiance of comfort and elegance.

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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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