Page 193 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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We analyzed
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

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, 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 Burlingame Chalet

Burlingame Chalet is an inviting residential care community in Burlingame, CA, that offers personal care. The community’s intimate and welcoming setting can accommodate up to 24 older adults, ensuring their comfort and safety. Round-the-clock support, medication management, and nutritious meals are also provided to help maintain residents’ independence. Dedicated to easing challenges in residents’ later years, the community develops personalized care plans.

Arts and crafts, bingo, and various exercises tailored to residents’ capabilities ensure residents can remain active and socially connected. With spacious rooms and well-maintained communal spaces, residents can rest comfortably. The community’s serene setting in Burlingame ensures residents have a laid-back retirement. As one of the trusted options for senior living in California, this assisted living community continuously provides the highest quality of care to help older adults thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Mission Village

Mission Village is an idyllic retreat in Riverside, CA, offering independent living. Dedicated to the comfort of those 55+, the community features specially designed and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans. Residents can downsize in retirement without worries with the community’s affordable rates and welcoming environment.

Residents are also encouraged to live actively with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. With restaurants and retail nearby, residents have quick access to their necessities and leisure. The community is equipped with a swimming pool, a game room, a fitness center, a library, and a computer room, creating the ideal setting for residents’ recreation and wellness.

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Alma Care Senior Living

814 E Avenida De Los Arboles, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Overview of Alma Care Senior Living

Alma Care Senior Living is a supportive assisted living community in Thousand Oaks, CA, that focuses on personal care. Featuring a cozy private room and a spacious shared room, the community ensures that older adults can feel at home away from home. Memory care, assistance with daily living activities, and recreational activities are offered for residents’ holistic wellness. With its commitment to residents’ welfare, the community creates personalized care plans to match each of their individual needs.

Have fun conversations with friends and participate in various activities to prevent loneliness and maintain an active lifestyle. With a small putting green, sparkling pool, and a cozy sauna, residents have more options for leisure and relaxation. The community is also easily accessible, especially with its convenient location near local amenities. As one of the finest choices for senior living in California, this assisted living community goes above and beyond in providing high-quality care and accessible amenities.

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Overview of Palm View Home

Nestled in Clairemont, San Diego, Palm View Home is a cozy and home-like community that provides a warm and welcoming environment for the seniors– making them feel like they belong. The retirement home strives to promote an engaging social life in a comfortable and secure environment by offering personalized assisted living and memory care services. Palm View Home is caring and compassionate and ensures family-like treatment for its residents.

The community offers a range of services for its seniors to have seamless access to indoor common areas, engaging outings, stimulating activities, specialized memory care training, and three meals served daily.

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Overview of Pacific HomeCare Services

Established in 2005 out of Stockton, CA, Pacific HomeCare Services has been a steadfast provider of quality care. Grounded in values such as kindness, honesty, and respect, this organization has created a welcoming haven for seniors and their families. Serving the Northern California population, they offer exceptional home care services, providing peace of mind to those seeking nursing homes near you.

Pacific HomeCare is dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors and individuals with disabilities, promoting independence through compassionate care giving services. With locations in Pleasanton, Sacramento, Fairfield, Santa Rosa, Modesto, and Stockton, they are readily accessible to those seeking quality senior care in their vicinity. Moreover, their commitment extends to veterans, guiding them through long-term care insurance procedures for a hassle-free experience. Additionally, they provide secure, accessible, and convenient transportation services, ensuring that the same Pacific HomeCare quality and commitment are available wherever assistance is needed.

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Overview of San Diego Home Caregivers

San Diego Home Caregivers is an exceptional San Diego, California facility that offers home caregivers you can count on. They provide help with physical activities and emotional support that help better their clients’ lives. They offer a wide range of non-medical senior care services delivered by experienced at-home caregivers who work closely with each client, family, and care team to develop a customized care plan that meets the client’s unique needs.
Some of their services include companionship and life enrichment activities, shopping, errands, and outings in the community: Housekeeping and laundry services, meal planning, preparation, and clean-up. Aside from home care, they provide specialized care such as Alzheimer’s and Hospice Services. Whether you need home care for yourself or a loved one, San Diego Home Caregivers is here to help.

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Overview of Peaceful Hearts Home Care

Gracefully age in the comfort of your residence with Peaceful Hearts Home Care, a remarkable home care provider in Riverside, CA that offers an array of in-home care services. With the help of its highly skilled caregivers, this care provider ensures residents receive all the care and support they need to comfortably age in place. From personal care to household maintenance, the community takes care of it all to give residents more time to focus on the things they love to do.

They also offer general support with errands and appointments for utmost comfort and convenience. Their compassionate care team is also willing to keep residents company any time and any day to provide them with emotional and physical support. Peaceful Hearts Home Care also regularly updates residents’ families, promoting transparency and involvement in their loved one’s care.

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Overview of Cottages at Hemet
Cottages at Hemet is a senior living community located in Hemet, California. It offers Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care services tailored to the unique needs of residents. The community provides a warm, neighborly atmosphere with engaging activities and support for independent living.

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Overview of Aegis Assisted Living at Shadowridge

Aegis Assisted Living at Shadowridge is a 95-bed assisted living community offering light assisted living and transitional care in Shadowridge, California. It caters to occupants who need support with daily activities while maintaining their independence. At $3,900 monthly, a mid-range price point for the region is provided.

Designed around comprehensive care and support is the community. Residents have access to 24-hour staffing, rehabilitation services, and respite care. The facility is then a flexible choice for those healing from illness or injury, plus those seeking active assistance. On-site therapy services support recovery and wellness goals. Meanwhile, dining is a signature feature. The community offers chef-prepared meals with an award-winning menu and off-menu options available all day, from 7am to 7pm. This approach keeps dining casual and responsive to resident preferences rather than tied to rigid mealtimes. Robust and diverse is the activity programming. Over 200 monthly activities range from a walking club and gardening to art, TED Talks, music appreciation, movie nights, and organized outings. This volume of offerings gives occupants considerable choice in how they spend their days. Amenities support wellness and life quality. The community features a spa and hair salon, wellness programming, red light therapy, AI Anti-Fall safety technology, and private dining options for families or small gatherings. Family Link and hydration stations round out the daily experience. Shadowridge has a Walk Score of 41, meaning some nearby services are walkable, but most errands require a car or arranged transportation. Visiting family members must consider this when planning frequent visits.

Aegis Assisted Living at Shadowridge is a flexible choice for those recuperating from illness or injury, and those needing continuous assistance.

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Overview of Bethel Assisted Living

Administered by Melissa Orello, Bethel Assisted Living is a 125-bed family-owned assisted living home in Appleton, Wisconsin. It offers personalized care in a warm, house-style setting where residents feeling safe and known is emphasized. The community is built around daily support, including help with daily activities and medication management. It’s a substantial community, yet the family ownership shapes a more personal atmosphere despite the size.

Care is supported all the time, with 24-hour staffing and a registered nurse available all day, which matters most for occupants with changing needs. The home also provides rehabilitation services and brings several health services on-site, including an in-house physician, massage therapy, and hospice care. The physical space highlights safety, with handrails in every bathroom, a Hoyer lift, and sit-to-stand accessibility to support residents with limited mobility. Daily life leans on familiar comforts and a steady routine. Occupants eat three home-cooked meals and snacks per day, and the kitchen is always open, so food availability follows a resident’s schedule, not a fixed serving time. Music therapy, religious services, and social and recreational activities help shape the calendar, while a by-appointment beauty shop and a secure patio and garden area offer small luxuries and a safe place to spend time outdoors. Each room includes a big-screen TV, along with basic cable, utilities, and home-handled laundry and housekeeping. The home sits in a quieter, car-dependent part of Appleton, scoring 15 for walkability, so almost all errands and outings need a quick drive. For visiting family, that setting tends to mean an easy, low-traffic trip to see a loved one.

The blend of capacity and hands-on care, for families weighing options, is often the practical balance they are looking for.

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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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