
Compare Senior Care around California
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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens | SC AL IL MC NH SNF | Pomona | 520
Facility
520
CA AVG
104
Rank
#16 / 1644 | No |
45
Facility
45
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1470 / 2087 | 94
Facility
94
CA AVG
81
Rank
#185 / 1400 | 12 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#442 / 1386 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1159 | 33
Facility
33
CA AVG
13
Rank
#92 / 1497 | 84.0% | - | Congregational Homes, Incorporated | Studio |
| Carlsbad By The Sea Care Center | SC NH SNF | Carlsbad (Carlsbad Village) | 224
Facility
224
CA AVG
104
Rank
#116 / 1644 | No |
96
Facility
96
CA AVG
57
Rank
#43 / 2087 | 94
Facility
94
CA AVG
81
Rank
#185 / 1400 | 8 | 3 | - | 31
Facility
31
CA AVG
13
Rank
#123 / 1497 | 84.8% | A+ | Front Porch Communities And Services | - |
| Vi at La Jolla Village | SC AL IL MC NH SNF | San Diego (University City) | 783
Facility
783
CA AVG
104
Rank
#5 / 1644 | No |
88
Facility
88
CA AVG
57
Rank
#218 / 2087 | 84
Facility
84
CA AVG
81
Rank
#731 / 1400 | 29 | 17
Facility
17
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1055 / 1386 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1159 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
13
Rank
#159 / 1497 | 69.3% | - | Ccw La Jolla LLC, Cc La Jolla LLC, And Classic Res Mgmt | Suite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Vi at Palo Alto | SC AL IL MC NH SNF | Palo Alto | 876
Facility
876
CA AVG
104
Rank
#1 / 1644 | No |
80
Facility
80
CA AVG
57
Rank
#416 / 2087 | 90
Facility
90
CA AVG
81
Rank
#398 / 1400 | 20 | 10
Facility
10
CA AVG
13
Rank
#845 / 1386 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1159 | 21
Facility
21
CA AVG
13
Rank
#337 / 1497 | 73.1% | - | Cc Palo Alto LLC And Classic Res. Mgmt. Ltd. Partner | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| The Reutlinger Community | SC AL IL MC NH SNF | Danville | 120
Facility
120
CA AVG
104
Rank
#560 / 1644 | No |
30
Facility
30
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1715 / 2087 | 86
Facility
86
CA AVG
81
Rank
#631 / 1400 | 22 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
13
Rank
#884 / 1386 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1159 | 26
Facility
26
CA AVG
13
Rank
#217 / 1497 | 65.0% | A+ | Reutlinger Community, The And Eskaton Properties Inc | Studio / 1 Bed |
| OakView Health Center | SC AL MC NH SNF | Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village) | 63
Facility
63
CA AVG
104
Rank
#1055 / 1644 | No |
20
Facility
20
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1841 / 2087 | 89
Facility
89
CA AVG
81
Rank
#461 / 1400 | 7 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#526 / 1386 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#599 / 1159 | 18
Facility
18
CA AVG
13
Rank
#431 / 1497 | 79.4% | A+ | Oakview Hc LLC | Private / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Covenant Living at the Samarkand | SC AL MC NH SNF | Santa Barbara (Samarkand) | 379
Facility
379
CA AVG
104
Rank
#31 / 1644 | No |
50
Facility
50
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1343 / 2087 | 90
Facility
90
CA AVG
81
Rank
#398 / 1400 | 6 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
13
Rank
#210 / 1386 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#599 / 1159 | 33
Facility
33
CA AVG
13
Rank
#92 / 1497 | 85.2% | A+ | Covenant Living West | - |
| Canterbury Woods | SC AL IL NH SNF | Pacific Grove | 190
Facility
190
CA AVG
104
Rank
#180 / 1644 | Yes |
81
Facility
81
CA AVG
57
Rank
#383 / 2087 | 91
Facility
91
CA AVG
81
Rank
#355 / 1400 | 9 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#325 / 1386 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1159 | 42
Facility
42
CA AVG
13
Rank
#34 / 1497 | 72.6% | A+ | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Ridgeview Health Center | SC AL MC NH SNF | San Diego (Scripps Ranch) | 68
Facility
68
CA AVG
104
Rank
#1011 / 1644 | No |
11
Facility
11
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1941 / 2087 | 92
Facility
92
CA AVG
81
Rank
#308 / 1400 | 17 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#325 / 1386 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1159 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1111 / 1497 | 85.3% | - | Crestview Hc LLC | - |
| The Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens a CCRC | SC AL IL MC NH SNF | Fresno | 652
Facility
652
CA AVG
104
Rank
#9 / 1644 | Yes |
57
Facility
57
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1155 / 2087 | 88
Facility
88
CA AVG
81
Rank
#513 / 1400 | 4 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#526 / 1386 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#599 / 1159 | 32
Facility
32
CA AVG
13
Rank
#108 / 1497 | 57.2% | A+ | Humangood & Humangood Norcal & Humangood Fresno | - |
| Webster House | SC AL IL NH SNF | Palo Alto (Crescent Park) | 54
Facility
54
CA AVG
104
Rank
#1114 / 1644 | Yes |
90
Facility
90
CA AVG
57
Rank
#171 / 2087 | 94
Facility
94
CA AVG
81
Rank
#185 / 1400 | 7 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1 / 1386 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1159 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
13
Rank
#615 / 1497 | 90.7% | - | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| O‘Connor Woods | SC AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Stockton (Sherwood Manor) | 499
Facility
499
CA AVG
104
Rank
#23 / 1644 | Yes |
22
Facility
22
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1821 / 2087 | 94
Facility
94
CA AVG
81
Rank
#185 / 1400 | 11 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
13
Rank
#325 / 1386 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1159 | 34
Facility
34
CA AVG
13
Rank
#82 / 1497 | 0 | - | O'connor Woods Housing | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| University Retirement Community | SC AL HC IL MC NH SNF | Davis (West Davis) | 500
Facility
500
CA AVG
104
Rank
#22 / 1644 | No |
54
Facility
54
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1240 / 2087 | 91
Facility
91
CA AVG
81
Rank
#355 / 1400 | 12 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#526 / 1386 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1159 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
13
Rank
#159 / 1497 | 0 | - | Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed |
| The Vineyards – California Armenian Home | SC AL IL MC NH RESC SNF | Fresno (Roosevelt) | 412
Facility
412
CA AVG
104
Rank
#27 / 1644 | Yes |
24
Facility
24
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1793 / 2087 | 91
Facility
91
CA AVG
81
Rank
#355 / 1400 | 14 | 8
Facility
8
CA AVG
13
Rank
#758 / 1386 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1159 | 41
Facility
41
CA AVG
13
Rank
#38 / 1497 | 54.1% | - | California Home For The Aged Inc | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Spring Lake Village | SC NH AL IL MC | Santa Rosa (Melita) | 679
Facility
679
CA AVG
104
Rank
#8 / 1644 | Yes |
13
Facility
13
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1921 / 2087 | 88
Facility
88
CA AVG
81
Rank
#513 / 1400 | 13 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
13
Rank
#651 / 1386 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#599 / 1159 | 39
Facility
39
CA AVG
13
Rank
#45 / 1497 | 0 | A+ | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
With 24-hour staffing, a doctor on staff, and a secured perimeter, Oakland Heights Senior Living is an assisted living, independent living, and memory care community at 2361 E 29th Street in Oakland, California. Oakland Heights Senior Living serves Alameda County residents with respite care, religious services, and pet-friendly accommodations. The two-story building offers private apartment homes with full kitchens. Private bathrooms, wheelchair-accessible showers, and utilities are also offered.
A spa, movie theater, fitness center, and garden with patio are some of the amenities. Every day, chef-prepared meals are served in an elegant dining room. Residents participate in daily activities, exercise classes, and art classes. Oakland Heights Senior Living has received recognition as one of the best assisted living communities in Oakland.
The facility is ideal for older adults who require independent living, assisted living, or memory care in Oakland. Serving residents across East Bay, the community features a full amenity profile and on-site physician access in Alameda County. Families seeking regulatory history should contact the California Department of Social Services using the RCFE license.
Experience a worry-free retirement with the distinct senior living community of Trinity Hills Estates in Temple City dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life in Temple City, CA with comprehensive care options including assisted living, elder care, dementia care, and hospice care. The community works closely with trusted healthcare providers to ensure seniors receive the utmost care and support for their health needs. Keep peace of mind with a kind and reliable team attending to your daily needs.
Meet people with the same interests and create lasting moments through fun activities and enjoyable programs. Meals are also carefully prepared according to residents’ dietary needs and tastes for the finest dining experience. Surrounded by picturesque views and incredible amenities, Trinity Hills Estates in Temple City is great for seniors aiming to maximize their independence.
Goldware Senior Housing is a 55+ independent living community in Riverside, CA, offering affordable and market-rate apartments. With a garden-style setting, the community ensures older adults find a home away from home. Residents also maintain their independence with ease, with recreational activities, laundry rooms, and maintenance services. The community also ensures residents can live actively with its renovated community room and well-maintained amenities.
Field trips, arthritic swimming classes, and parties help residents maintain holistic wellness and live actively. A clubhouse, a pool, a garden, and picnic areas are among the first-class amenities available for residents’ relaxation and socialization. Set in the peaceful residential area of Riverside, near public transportation, the community guarantees a laid-back retirement. This independent living community is one of the best choices for senior living in California, especially with its top-notch amenities dedicated to independent older adults.
Peacefully set near Pleasant Valley Park in Oxnard, CA, Seawind Seniors is a dedicated 55+ community that offers independent living. The community features specially designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. Residents can keep their peace of mind with on-site convenient amenities that aim to help with chores.
With its proximity to delightful local amenities and recreation sites, residents can easily access their necessities and leisure. Residents can spend their days as they please with surrounding beaches, shopping malls, and public transportation. The community’s vibrant and welcoming environment creates the perfect setting for a worry-free retirement.
Located in Fresno County, Harmony Bay Apartments is an independent living community in Clovis, California, for adults aged 55 and older. The gated community is about 2.8 miles from downtown Clovis in a single-story building. Residents can choose from one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments ranging from about 624 to 966 square feet, providing a private home within the larger community.
Residents live independently, and they have access to various shared amenities and social opportunities. Concierge and transportation services make it easier to attend appointments and run errands without driving. A fitness center and swimming pool encourage an active lifestyle. There’s also an on-site beauty salon for everyday convenience. Pets are welcome in the community, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after they move in.
The area has a Walk Score of 61 out of 100, which is moderately walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, while other trips require a short drive. Families looking for an independent living community that combines private apartments with transportation services and everyday conveniences should consider the balance of independence and support provided by the home.
Experience the best of your golden years at Vintage at Bennet Valley, an idyllic 55+ community in Santa Rosa, CA, offering independent living. Residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences with the community’s beautifully designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. The community also promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, ensuring they can feel at ease during their stay.
Residents gain plenty of leisure and wellness opportunities with the community’s proximity to delightful amenities and lush natural spaces. Pets are also allowed to accompany residents to lift their moods. Amenities include a business center, a fountain, a clubhouse, and a beauty salon, ensuring residents spend their golden years comfortably.
Pacific Coast Homecare is a distinguished community in Simi Valley, CA, that specializes in-home care. Older adults keep peace of mind with top-notch care and assistance tailored to their needs. With a family-owned community attending to their needs, older adults are prioritized and ensured to live a maintenance-free lifestyle.
The community helps with the housekeeping, daily activities, and errands, ensuring comfort and convenience. Older adults are accompanied by a cheerful and friendly team whenever needed and preferred so they won’t feel lonely. Incontinence care, respite care, and medication reminders are also provided to meet older adults’ healthcare needs. Make the most of your golden years in the safety of your homes accompanied by the community’s high-quality care.
Serving the Clovis and Fresno communities since 1998, Truewood by Merrill, Clovis is a welcoming senior living community located in Clovis, CA, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features 113 apartments, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, providing a welcoming environment with a rich heritage of small-town warmth and hospitality. With a full calendar of activities, seniors can enjoy new and fun experiences every day.
Truewood by Merrill, Clovis puts residents at the center of everything they do, promoting a fulfilling and active lifestyle. The community offers a range of amenities, including a cozy fireplace, private mailboxes, basic cable TV, a beauty salon, TV rooms, lounges, landscaped gardens, a library, and laundry facilities. Residents enjoy access to 24-hour support, on-call specialists, flexible dining with chef-prepared meals, on-site maintenance, weekly housekeeping, creative social programs, pet therapy, and on-site RNs/LPNs to support their wellness needs.
Marbella Anaheim is a 140-bed assisted living and memory care community at 200 N. Dale Street in Anaheim, California, operated by VOP Anaheim LP and Integral Senior Living Management. Licensed by the California Department of Social Services in November 2025, the community is newly opened, one of the larger assisted living settings in Orange County.
The inspection record covers approximately one year. Three visits have been logged since licensure, including two complaint visits, with no citations and no substantiated complaints recorded to date. The composite inspection score sits at 83 out of 100 (B), above California’s benchmark of 70, though the short operating history limits the weight of that signal.
A patio and fire pit are outdoor amenities. Offered are memory care and respite care alongside assisted living, with the facility serving residents in Anaheim’s central Orange County location, 2.4 miles from the city center.
With a compliance record that is clean but still early, the community fits residents and families who require assisted living or memory care in a large, newly opened community in Orange County.
Based in Sacramento, CA, Golden Years Home Care is an esteemed family-owned community that offers home care. Older adults can rest their worries with the community’s comprehensive care options, which include personal care, memory care, home helper services, hourly care, and live-in care. Delivering care for California residents for over 26 years, the community strives to provide exceptional care whenever and wherever.
Through companion care, older adults will not feel lonely with genuine companions who engage with fun conversation and encourage them to live actively. The community also works closely with older adults and their families to match them with the right caregiver for better care and comfort. There’s no need to leave the comforts of your home to receive the utmost care and attention you deserve with the community’s top-notch services.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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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