Page 171 of Best Senior Care in California

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2,083 senior care communities in CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior care in CA
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2,083 homes
Avg Walk Score: 57/ 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: 104The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 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, IncorporatedStudio
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
83-
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 MgmtSuite / 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. Partner1 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 IncStudio / 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 LLCPrivate / 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 Services1 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 Services1 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 HousingStudio / 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 Services1 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 IncStudio / 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
0A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Overview of Summerset Lincoln Assisted Living And

Administered by Megan Gallagher, Summerset Lincoln Assisted Living is a 132-bed assisted living community in Lincoln, California. Operating for nine years and operated by Lincoln Summerset ALMC LLC in partnership with Care Senior Management, it sits in a really walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 82. This makes it easy for residents and visiting family to access shops, services, and nearby amenities on foot.

Tailored to help residents stay independent as they receive care, the facility provides a full range of support services. Daily services include nursing services, rehabilitation, respite care, and 24-hour staffing to ensure constant assistance. The community also offers an Adaptive Care program tailored to residents’ specific health needs or mobility considerations. Dining here spotlights fresh preparation and personalized nutrition. The on-site culinary team makes meals daily with attention to each resident’s health requirements and preferences. The community acknowledges that good food is central to life quality, especially in a residential setting where meals are a daily social anchor. Daily life is built around an array of thoughtful amenities and social spaces. Occupants can spend time in cozy lounges and outdoor courtyards, use the exercise gym, visit the on-site hair and barber services, or borrow books from the library. The community also operates a bistro and ice cream parlor, creating casual gathering spots all day. Scheduled transportation exists for outings and appointments, reducing the barrier to getting around beyond the campus. The facility’s highly walkable location in Lincoln implies that the surrounding neighborhood: shops, parks, and restaurants, is accessible.

For families contemplating a community with on-site amenities and a walkable town, this setting offers such types of engagement.

Contact Summerset Lincoln Assisted Living and

Overview of Fountain Square of Lompoc

Fountain Square of Lompoc is a 130-bed assisted living and memory care community operated by Tharon Lompoc, LLC, under administrator Meshell Ramos in Lompoc, California. It was licensed in Santa Barbara County as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly in December 2023. The community offers 24-hour staffing, a full-time licensed nurse, medication administration, and rehabilitation services, plus its core assisted living and memory care programs.

Inspected by the California Department of Social Services, Fountain Square of Lompoc has accumulated 20 citations since licensing, twice California’s average of 10 across its first two years of operation. Complaints have come in below average at 11 against a statewide norm of 14. No fines are on record in the latest inspection in May 2026.

Amenities span private suites, a secured rooftop terrace, a full-time licensed nurse on staff, and all-day dining prepared by chefs.

Found in a newer, bigger setting in Lompoc, the community fits older adults in Santa Barbara County who need assisted living or memory care.

Contact Fountain Square of Lompoc

Overview of Oakland Heights Senior Living
Oakland Heights Senior Living is a senior living community located in Oakland, California. It offers a full continuum of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The community provides a comfortable, home-like setting with various amenities and activities designed to enhance the quality of life for its residents.

Contact Oakland Heights Senior Living

Overview of Summerset Lincoln Assisted Living and Memory Care

Summerset Lincoln Assisted Living and Memory Care is a 132-bed assisted living and memory care community licensed since 2017 at 567 3rd Street in Lincoln, California. Operated by Lincoln Summerset ALMC LLC and Care Senior Management under administrator Megan Gallagher, the community serves residents in Placer County with 24-hour staffing, rehabilitation services, and respite care.

The inspection record falls below the California average. Since 2021, the facility has totaled 36 complaints against a California average of 14, 7.2 per year compared to 2.8 state average, resulting in 37 complaint visits over the same period. Total citations stand at 19 versus a California average of 10. Citations per routine inspection run 0.4, well below the 3.3 state average, meaning standard inspections have not been the citation driver. No serious citations appear on record. The latest inspection was January 2026.

The facility includes a physical therapy room, exercise gym, spa room, and all-day dining, with a walk score of 84 reflecting a highly walkable location in central Lincoln. The Adaptive Care program is present for residents with specialized needs.

The community is built for assisted living and memory care in Lincoln, with a 132-bed campus and on-site therapy amenities oriented toward Placer County residents with moderate to higher care needs.

Contact Summerset Lincoln Assisted Living and Memory Care

The Chalet

6487 Main Street, Orangevale, CA 95662
Overview of The Chalet

The Chalet Restaurant is located in Spokane, WA. It offers a cozy escape with a menu featuring comfort food. The restaurant has been serving the South Grand community for decades.

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Overview of Hospitality House

Licensed by the California Department of Social Services as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly, Hospitality House is an 80-bed assisted living and memory care community that opened in January 2023 in Salida, California. It’s operated by Sipnk Admin, LLC under administrator Lorraine Padilla. The facility serves Stanislaus County residents needing assisted living and short-term respite care alongside dedicated memory care.

California RCFE facilities are inspected by the Department of Social Services rather than CMS, so no federal star rating applies. Since licensing in 2022, Hospitality House has accumulated 3 total citations across 3 official inspections, 70 percent below California’s average of 10. That works out to roughly 0.3 citations per inspection versus a 3.3 statewide norm, a gap reflecting a consistently clean regulatory record through the latest inspection in January 2026. One complaint has been filed over the facility’s history, compared to California’s average of 14; no fines or enforcement actions exist.

Respite care is present for families or caregivers who require short-term coverage. The community offers assisted living support for residents managing daily activities. A memory care program exists for those with Alzheimer’s or dementia.

With a clean compliance record since opening, the facility suits older adults in Stanislaus County who require assisted living or memory care in a smaller, recently established community.

Contact Hospitality House

Overview of Melrose Gardens

Melrose Gardens is a 100-bed senior community located on North Martel Avenue in the Fairfax district of Los Angeles, California. Managed by Danmar Villas LLC, the two-year-old facility provides assisted living alongside specialized, cottage-style memory care programs for individuals experiencing various stages of cognitive decline. The campus is divided into smaller residential clusters, featuring furnished private rooms, ongoing wellness checks, and a care team that includes licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants.

The community’s structure includes a targeted Mild Cognitive Impairment program as well as a dedicated late-stage Alzheimer’s wing known as The Cottages. Short-term respite care options are also available. Daily chores like laundry and housekeeping are handled on-site. The local Fairfax neighborhood carries an exceptional walkability score of 94 out of 100, letting visitors and family members complete errands or visit local restaurants entirely on foot.

The property is located roughly three and a half miles from Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center. State inspection logs show the facility meets California regulatory benchmarks for medication management and incident reporting protocols, and current occupancy rates indicate immediate apartment availability.

Older adults and their families can coordinate an on-site visit with the admissions team to review the cottage layouts and look over the cognitive stimulation programs. Visiting the Fairfax campus provides a direct look at how the decentralized residential design operates and how the daily care teams support residents.

Contact Melrose Gardens

Overview of California Mission Inn

Operated by San Gabriel Senior Living, Inc., California Mission Inn is an 85-bed assisted living community in Rosemead, California. It’s conveniently located in a highly walkable area with a Walk Score of 74, making it accessible for family visits and nearby errands. Operating for six years, it provides an array of support services designed for residents needing daily activities assistance while maintaining independence.

California Mission Inn offers 24-hour staffing and respite care for those requiring short-term stays, either for recuperation or to provide relief to family caregivers. Dining here features chef-prepared meals, giving occupants quality nutrition prepared on-site. The facility is pet-friendly, letting residents bring their animal companions, which can be a vital part of maintaining the comfort and familiarity of home. At $2,900 monthly, California Mission Inn offers a mid-range pricing option for those seeking assisted living in Rosemead.

The community’s blend of services, walkable location, and personalized dining make it a grounded choice for seniors needing assistance with daily living activities who want to stay engaged with their neighborhood.

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Overview of Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage

A dedicated memory care community in Riverside County, California, that specializes in care for individuals with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other forms of dementia is Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage. Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage, Inc.-operated and Patrick Mcadoo-Morton-administered, it’s a 68-bed community serving residents for 22 years. As a gated residence with secure areas and campus grounds, it provides a safe, controlled environment designed to support residents while reducing wandering risks and promoting peace of mind for families.

The home has 24-hour staffing with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, plus a doctor on staff for urgent medical support. Respite care exists for families needing temporary care solutions. Beyond daily medical oversight, residents benefit from structured programming through the Life Enrichment Activity Program (LEAP), which offers three tiers of activities spanning from personal to neighborhood and community engagement. The Namaste Program adds social interaction tailored to residents’ changing needs, and the Day Break Program supplies more therapeutic structure. Families can also join volunteer opportunities. Daily life is anchored by well-maintained grounds and secure garden paths where residents can spend time. Meals are balanced and prepared with attention to resident enjoyment. A living room, dining room, kitchen, and laundry facilities are the common areas that create a home-like atmosphere in the secure campus. The neighborhood scores 37 on the walkability scale, indicating that some services are walkable, though most outings need transportation.

Department of Social Services state inspections have reviewed the home’s operations and safety protocols. The facility’s performance in compliance metrics has matched or exceeded California’s assisted living average.

The setting can attract families who prioritize security and specialized memory care programs over closeness to urban amenities.

Contact Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage

Overview of Carlton Senior Living Sacramento
Carlton Senior Living Sacramento is a community offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. It provides convenient access to local services and entertainment options, along with a vibrant calendar of events. The community emphasizes person-centered care and a fulfilling lifestyle for its residents.

Contact Carlton Senior Living Sacramento

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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