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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. 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.
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.
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.
AlmaVia of San Rafael
SC
AL
MC
San Rafael
160No-3514720-Elder Care All. Of San Rafael/Elder Care Alliance-
Chateau La Jolla
SC
IL
La Jolla
-Yes 89 ---28A+-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Truewood by Merrill, Clovis
SC
AL
IL
MC
Clovis
-Yes 60 ---41A+-Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Truewood by Merrill, Clovis
SC
AL
IL
MC
Clovis
-Yes 60 ---41A+-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bethesda Christian Retirement
SC
AL
IL
NH
Montgomery Hayward
28No-278552-Christian Retirement Center Of Northern California-
Bliss Homes
SC
AL
MC
Jurupa Valley
6No-61-7-Affable, LLC-
Riverwood Health Care Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Stockton (Valley Oak)
-No 63 8--10A+--
Adams Family Homes
SC
AL
MC
Placentia
6No-3-11-T&S Professional Services LLC-
Absolute Care Home
SC
AL
Oxnard
6No-157422-Absolute Care Home, Inc-
Las Casitas Retirement Village
SC
IL
Fresno (Roosevelt)
71No 49 ---53--1 Bed
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Overview of AlmaVia of San Rafael

AlmaVia of San Rafael provides assisted living and memory care in San Rafael, CA. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks while a resident continues living in an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere.

The community has 160 beds. Residents can choose studio, one bedroom, or two bedroom apartment layouts. The starting price is $7,790 per month, and that figure is not assigned to a specific care level. Events and classes, meditation, discussion groups, and scheduled outings give residents different ways to spend their time, while Catholic, Protestant, interfaith, and nondenominational religious services are also available. AlmaVia of San Rafael is operated by Elder Care All. Of San Rafael/Elder Care Alliance.

Starting Price $7,790/Month

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Overview of Chateau La Jolla

At Chateau La Jolla, older adults are encouraged to be active to the best of their capabilities. Only half a block away from the beach and three blocks away from downtown La Jolla, this facility’s location is perfect for those who want to be nearby the beach and at the same time be able to explore the exciting amenities of La Jolla.

Aside from this, it offers beautiful spaces that are newly renovated, giving their residents a spacious area to relax and rest. At Chateau La Jolla, they also believe that retirement is the time where one should do what they love to do, which is why they also offer various activities and events to make sure that their residents are kept engaged and will enjoy their stay there.

$3,700/Month

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Overview of Truewood by Merrill, Clovis

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.

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Overview of Truewood by Merrill, Clovis

Truewood by Merrill, Clovis is a senior living community in Clovis, California, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care under one roof. That full range means a resident can move in for one level of support and shift to another as needs change, without leaving a familiar setting. The community sits on West Alluvial Avenue, roughly a couple of miles from the center of Clovis, and has been in operation for 41 years, one of the longer track records in the area.

The two-story community offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, each wheelchair accessible with a private bath and kitchenette. A care team is on hand around the clock, and daily support covers medication management along with specialized services such as diabetic care and incontinence care. Meals are prepared to accommodate prescribed diets, which matters for residents managing specific health conditions.

Everyday life is rounded out by grooming services, on-site housekeeping and laundry, and transportation, so residents have help with the practical parts of the week. The community also runs fitness and recreation programming aimed at keeping residents active and engaged, and it welcomes pets. Eric Schuk serves as Executive Director. With a Walk Score of 60, the surrounding neighborhood is moderately walkable, so some errands can be handled on foot while others call for a short drive. Families weighing the three levels of care here may want to ask how the community handles a move between them.

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Overview of Bethesda Christian Retirement

Bethesda Christian Retirement is a nursing home, assisted living, and independent living community in Hayward, CA. Its nursing home care is for residents who need ongoing nursing support, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living offers people a private living arrangement without daily care.

With 28 beds, Bethesda Christian Retirement is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private rooms and cottages are available. Having independent living, assisted living, and nursing home care on one campus may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

Shaded garden paths, fruit trees, flowers, a gazebo, an atrium, and gardens give residents outdoor and shared spaces to use. Summer barbecues, birthday celebrations, sing alongs, and holiday themed parties provide scheduled opportunities for group activities. Christian religious services are available for residents who wish to participate.

Bethesda Christian Retirement is operated by Christian Retirement Center Of Northern California. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

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Bliss Homes

6149 Coopers Hawk Drive, Jurupa Valley, CA 91752
Overview of Bliss Homes

Bliss Homes provides assisted living and memory care in Jurupa Valley, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private room. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels available allows a resident’s needs to grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

Bliss Homes has six beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Pets are allowed for residents who want to keep a pet with them. Private rooms give each resident an individual sleeping space, while ADA-compliant accommodations and common areas support accessibility within the residence. Fitness activities, mindfulness exercises, and social engagement programs provide structured opportunities for movement, reflection, and group activities, and Affable operates the community.

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Overview of Riverwood Health Care Center

Offering nursing home, skilled nursing, hospice, respite, and memory care services, Riverwood Health Care Center is a skilled nursing community in Stockton, California. The community is located a few miles from downtown Stockton. It has been serving residents for 10 years, giving it an established presence in the area.

Care centers on 24-hour nursing support, with additional services for pain management, diabetes management, mental health, dementia, and memory care.

The nursing team includes registered nurses, licensed practical or vocational nurses, and certified nurse aides. Nurse aides provide an average of about 2 hours and 32 minutes of care per resident each day, making up the largest share of direct daily support. Registered nurses contribute about 20 minutes of care per resident daily, while licensed practical and vocational nurses provide an average of 1 hour and 19 minutes. Weekend staffing is consistent with weekday coverage, so residents receive steady support throughout the week.

Meals are prepared to meet each resident’s dietary needs rather than following a standard menu. Regular social events encourage residents to stay engaged with one another. Spacious resident rooms provide a comfortable place to live while receiving care.

The area has a Walk Score of 63 out of 100, which is moderately walkable. Some errands and outings can be completed on foot, but others require a short drive. That convenience may be helpful for family members deciding whether to drive or walk during visits from nearby accommodations.

Families considering Riverwood Health Care Center should ask how the community coordinates memory care and hospice services with its daily skilled nursing care because that integration can have an important impact on residents with more complex care needs.

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Overview of Adams Family Homes

Adams Family Homes provides assisted living and memory care in Placentia, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Having both care types can support a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The home has six beds. Its smaller size allows residents and staff to get to know one another, while private rooms offer single occupancy and semi private rooms accommodate two residents sharing a room. Adams Family Homes is family owned and operated, and T&S Professional Services operates the home.

Activities include pet therapy, music therapy, coloring books, puzzles, and games. Together, they provide structured opportunities for creative, musical, cognitive, and sensory engagement. Adams Family Homes may be a good fit for someone who needs daily task assistance or a supervised setting related to dementia care.

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Overview of Absolute Care Home

Absolute Care Home provides assisted living in Oxnard, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management while supporting a resident’s ongoing routine. With six beds, the home may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Residents can choose private rooms or semi-private rooms. That means they may have either individual or shared room space. Respite care is available for short stays, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover. Social and recreational activities, exercise, and a planned activity program tailored to residents’ interests and abilities provide structured ways to take part in daily programming.

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Overview of Las Casitas Retirement Village

Spend your golden years with Las Casitas Retirement Village, an exceptional community in Fresno, CA, that offers independent living. Residents here enjoy the community’s beautifully furnished and spacious on-bedroom accommodations, designed to foster comfort and familiarity. Laundry and maintenance are also available to ensure residents have a worry-free retirement.

Residents are also encouraged to live actively with the community’s recreational amenities and friendly environment. With its convenient location near delightful restaurants, residents have a satisfactory dining experience that meets their dietary needs and preferences. The community is an enticing option for those looking to downsize in their golden years, especially with its fully furnished accommodations and welcoming environment.

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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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