
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 |
Live the retirement of your dreams at Canyon Club Senior Apartments, an idyllic 55+ community in Santa Clarita, CA, offering independent living. The community has 169 beautifully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to residents’ comfort and familiarity. Residents enjoy a convenient lifestyle with the community’s maintenance and management.
Encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections, a thoughtfully curated calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs is conducted. Residents have quick access to delightful restaurants and local amenities, providing a variety of dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. The community has plenty of state-of-the-art amenities, including a fitness center, a pool, a spa, a card room, an arts and crafts room, a theater room, a library, and beautifully manicured landscapes, creating the ideal setting for the finest retirement experience.
Peacefully set in the thriving residential area of Matoian Way, Fresno, CA, Maravillosa-Luxiry Senior Living is an astounding 55+ community that offers independent living. Featuring sophisticated and specially designed accommodation in various studio to two-bedroom floor plans, the community promotes a comfortable and familiar environment. Residents enjoy the best of their golden years amidst the community’s beautiful and welcoming amenities.
Here, residents celebrate milestones and meet new friends with the community’s robust calendar of engaging events and fun recreational activities. Maintenance is also handled by the community, providing residents with more time to do the things they love. Amenities include poolside cabanas and lounge, outdoor dining spaces, a library with a fireplace, a picnic area, a community room, and a fitness center, making it an enticing option for a wondrous retirement.
Providing top-notch care and assistance for over 20 years, Holiday Chateau at Harveston based in Temecula, CA, is an exceptional senior living community offering independent living. With diverse floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments The community ensures the comfort and safety of its residents with 24-hour care from a kind and compassionate team, wheelchair-accessible areas, and safety rails all over the campus.
Holiday Chateau at Harveston focuses on its residents’ wellness, offering a signature Engage Life program that keeps the seniors socially active, well-versed, and physically fit. The community serves nutritious home-cooked meals three times every day that cater to the seniors’ dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a well-stocked library, a comfortable lounge area, a barber and beauty salon, spa services, a community center, a gym, an activity room, a game room, a library, a business center, a sunlit patio, a beautiful garden and community grounds, and walking paths with picturesque views.
Live a vibrant lifestyle at Brookside Senior Apartments, a distinct community in Bakersfield, CA, offering independent living. The community has spacious and well-designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can keep their peace of mind with on-call maintenance and convenient amenities.
Encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections, a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted. A breakfast bar is available for residents’ convenience, alongside fully furnished kitchens to allow them to prepare meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With state-of-the-art amenities, including a clubhouse, an on-site beauty salon, a pool, and a fitness center, residents can rest assured of having the finest retirement experience.
Grace Gardens Senior Care is a wonderful assisted living and memory care complex in Sanger, CA, that welcomes seniors with its tranquil surroundings. The community is dedicated to enabling its residents to preserve their independence while keeping their comfort and safety as top priorities. Having a well-trained and supportive team, residents are assured of personalized and round-the-clock care and support throughout their stay.
Providing a full calendar of entertaining activities and engaging programs, residents can explore new interests and reignite passions. They are treated to a diverse range of amenities and have more chances to socialize and lead active lives, including devotional activities, stretching classes, and more. In addition, a variety of dining options are offered to accommodate dietary requirements and tastes. Grace Gardens Senior Care wants to provide seniors with a safe refuge while savoring every second of their finest years.
DON’T RETIRE, REVEL
At Revel, you’re more than just a resident; you’re a member of a thriving independent living community that feels more like a retreat than retirement. Your resident membership includes everything you need to live life on your own terms in this empowering community, including your apartment home, amenities, dining, programming and events, Travel Club access, 24-hour concierge, weekly housekeeping and more.
REVEL LIVING
Research has proven that your aging journey is mostly determined by your lifestyle. That’s why we’ve created Revel Living, a lifestyle culture based on the four pillars of wellness, that, together, keep you connected, engaged and curious. Whether you are interested in a book club, woodworking, yoga, learning a new language, exploring botanical gardens or even teaching a class, at Revel, you will have the opportunity to pursue your interests and passions to get all the life out of your years.
PERSONALIZED SERVICES & AMENITIES
It’s your life and you deserve to revel in it. That’s why our wellness services and community amenities are designed to fit your personal style. Rejuvenate with a personalized treatment in our spa or full-service salon. Get fit in our state-of-the-art fitness center dedicated to cardio, strength training and group fitness classes that optimize your health. Catch the latest movie in our theater. Practice arts and crafts in our creative studio. Or just relax in the heated saltwater pool and spa. At Revel, you’ll also enjoy resort-style services including a 24-hour concierge, housekeeping, maintenance and complimentary transportation.
RESTAURANT DINING
We’ve created culinary experiences that are sure to delight with seasonal menus cooked to order and exceptional service. Our flexible dining options allow you to choose when and where you want to eat, whether that’s in your home, one of our restaurants, or our outdoor dining area. Enjoy a made-from-scratch meal at Ovation, our modern-American restaurant, grab a signature cocktail and a pub classic with a twist in The Social Club, our spirited pub, or stop by for a delicious treat at our onsite ice cream parlor, The Scoop.
COMFORTABLE LIVING
Your home is where you relax and unwind. It’s where you host memorable celebrations, friendly gatherings and quiet nights in. It’s your place to make your own. That’s why the apartment homes at Revel include stylish details like modern plank flooring and oversized windows, and everyday conveniences like gourmet kitchens and washers and dryers.
We invite you to experience a new brand of independent living and see why Revel is worthy of being called home.
Operated by Brookshire Partners, Downey Retirement Center is a 252-bed assisted living and memory care community administered by Brandie Mendibles in Downey, California. It’s set up to serve residents needing daily activities support while maintaining as much independence as possible. It extends those services to include memory care for occupants with cognitive decline.
With licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants on site, the center maintains 24-hour staffing. Services include rehabilitation and short-term rehab, respite care, and medical appointments. Residents can access daily meals, housekeeping and laundry services, and an array of activities, including music classes, arts and crafts, and exercise classes. The community also offers activity programs and adult education classes for residents interested in continued learning. It sits in a highly walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 83, meaning most errands can be finished on foot. The facility includes various amenities: large dining rooms, a family room and game rooms, TV lounge, library, computer room, courtyards and gardens, and an in-house beauty salon. In-house transportation and chauffeur service exist, and the building has elevator access and parking for residents and guests.
Areas requiring attention and continued oversight have been pointed out by state inspections.
Asking about how the community addresses inspection findings and continuous quality improvement is a must for families touring the home.
A 78-bed residential community in Sacramento operated by Valine Court Senior Care, Inc., is The Waterleaf at Land Park. With 23 years of experience, the facility provides wide services designed to support residents who need assistance with daily living activities. It accepts residents seeking rehabilitation services and respite care in a family-oriented setting focused on comfort and support.
The facility spotlights flexibility in dining, with a large dining room for residents who want communal meals alongside the choice to eat meals in private rooms. Daily recreational activities, games, and exercise programs engage residents, complemented by professional entertainment several times weekly. Such programs reflect the community’s commitment to maintaining an active, supportive lifestyle for its residents. Practical support services include transportation, housekeeping, and laundry assistance, helping residents stay independent while lessening the burden of daily tasks. The community’s location in Sacramento offers a walk score of 43, meaning some nearby services are walkable, though most errands and appointments will need transportation. This setting charms residents and families who value a quieter, more residential neighborhood environment.
At $500 monthly, The Waterleaf at Land Park sets itself as an accessible choice for families exploring residential care in the area. The mix of long-term operation, supportive services, and daily activities builds an environment that fits occupants transitioning through recovery or those requiring active assistance with daily living activities.
Administered by Portia Gaddi, Gordon Manor is a residential community with 82 beds operated by Mzr,Inc Gordon Manor. Operating for four years, it’s situated in an area with a Walk Score of 23, so most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
The property features well-appointed residential spaces. This includes units with three large bedrooms, king-sized beds, spacious bathrooms with double vanities, plus practical amenities like a walk-in robe, outdoor BBQ area, and formal sitting room. Providing flexible gathering spaces for dining and living is the open plan layout. A community highlight is its culinary focus. The kitchen is equipped with Miele appliances, and the facility offers cooking classes featuring local produce. For occupants who don’t like to cook, a local chef can prepare meals, providing flexibility and personalized dining options.
Ventura Townehouse is a large-scale residential community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services in Ventura, California. Serving residents for 13 years, the community is operated by Pacific View Of Ventura, Inc., and administrated by Evan Granucci. With 566 beds, it’s positioned to offer an array of on-site services and structured programs for occupants at different care levels.
The community provides rehabilitation services, respite care, and 24-hour staffing, ensuring short-term recovery needs and active daily support are available. Residents under assisted living and memory care programs benefit from coordinated clinical and personal care, while those in independent living enjoy a resort-style setting’s flexibility. The facility is located in a moderately walkable area with a Walk Score of 66, making some nearby errands reachable on foot. Dining spotlights variety and quality, with gourmet meals and options like fresh salads and desserts to suit different preferences. The activity calendar includes social gatherings, live entertainment, outings, and educational classes, creating opportunities for engagement and connection. While maintaining access to professional care services as needs evolve, residents enjoy the environment of a resort-style community. Prices start at $4,995 monthly per person.
For families thinking of choosing Ventura Townehouse, touring the facilities and conversing with current residents or family members can help clarify how its range of care levels and amenities fit specific needs.
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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