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Best Senior Care in California

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and California Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

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GlenBrook Health Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Carlsbad
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 105
Rank #813 / 1665
No
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 63
Rank #1158 / 2096
42-
22
Facility 22
CA AVG
Rank #184 / 1209
64.2% -Glenbrook Hc LLC/Life Services LLC-
The Fountains Skilled Nursing Care
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

Yuba City
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 105
Rank #920 / 1665
No
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 63
Rank #1216 / 2096
591
27
Facility 27
CA AVG
Rank #86 / 1209
70.0% -United Com-Serve Fremont-Rideout Health Group-
OakView Health Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village)
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 105
Rank #1066 / 1665
No
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 63
Rank #1849 / 2096
542
18
Facility 18
CA AVG
Rank #278 / 1209
79.4% A+Oakview Hc LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Reata Glen
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Mission Viejo
840
Facility 840
CA AVG 105
Rank #2 / 1665
No
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 63
Rank #2048 / 2096
4--
6
Facility 6
CA AVG
Rank #653 / 1209
80.6% B-Reat Glen Orange County Ccrc1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Ivy Park at La Palma
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

La Palma
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 105
Rank #920 / 1665
Yes
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 63
Rank #1014 / 2096
1-1
1
Facility 1
CA AVG
Rank #1118 / 1209
87.5% -Transformer Opco LLC;Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Ivy Park at Claremont
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Claremont
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 105
Rank #917 / 1665
Yes
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 63
Rank #1916 / 2096
151
1
Facility 1
CA AVG
Rank #1118 / 1209
72.8% -Transformer Opco LLC;Oakmont Mangement Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Oakmont of Brookside
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Stockton (Brookside)
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 105
Rank #917 / 1665
Yes
46
Facility 46
CA AVG 63
Rank #1446 / 2096
4148
4
Facility 4
CA AVG
Rank #835 / 1209
96.3% -Oakmont Senior Living Of Brookside Opco, LLC AndStudio / Suite / 1 Bed
Oakmont Gardens
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Santa Rosa (Oakmont Village Association)
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 105
Rank #940 / 1665
Yes
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 63
Rank #1665 / 2096
41524
4
Facility 4
CA AVG
Rank #835 / 1209
100.0% -Ffi Oakmont Tenant LLC; Life Care Services LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cogir of Sonoma
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Sonoma (Oregon Street)
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 105
Rank #905 / 1665
Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 63
Rank #599 / 2096
532
7
Facility 7
CA AVG
Rank #586 / 1209
34.1% A+Welltower Cogir Tenant; Cogir Management Usa1 Bed / 2 Bed
MorningStar Memory Care at San Tomas
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

San Jose (West Valley)
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 105
Rank #905 / 1665
Yes
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 63
Rank #1089 / 2096
3157
2
Facility 2
CA AVG
Rank #1034 / 1209
47.6% -West Valley Mc,LLC; Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / Shared Studio
Silverado Thousand Oaks Memory Care Community
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Thousand Oaks (Warwick Avenue)
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 105
Rank #905 / 1665
Yes
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 63
Rank #675 / 2096
51814
5
Facility 5
CA AVG
Rank #739 / 1209
57.3% -Silverado Thousand Oaks LLC;Silverado Sr. Lvng MgmtPrivate Rooms
Ivy Park at Alta Loma
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Rancho Cucamonga (Alta Loma)
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 105
Rank #952 / 1665
Yes
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 63
Rank #564 / 2096
121
1
Facility 1
CA AVG
Rank #1118 / 1209
79.2% A+Transformer Opco LLC;Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Villa Lorena Senior Living
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

San Diego (Black Mountain Ranch Village)
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 105
Rank #887 / 1665
No
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 63
Rank #1695 / 2096
4191
9
Facility 9
CA AVG
Rank #504 / 1209
72.9% -Santaluz Senior Partners,LP;Vlgp Inc(Gen. Partner)-
Town & Country
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Santa Ana (East Memory Lane)
328
Facility 328
CA AVG 105
Rank #45 / 1665
No
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 63
Rank #831 / 2096
3264
50
Facility 50
CA AVG
Rank #4 / 1209
32.9% A+Christian And Missionary Alliance-
Sunrise of San Mateo
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

San Mateo (Central San Mateo)
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 105
Rank #887 / 1665
Yes
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 63
Rank #218 / 2096
432
25
Facility 25
CA AVG
Rank #131 / 1209
78.8% -Szr San Mateo LLC; Sunrise Senior Living MgtStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Overview of Caregiving in Home Care LLC

Caregiving in Home Care LLC is a trusted community in Bakersfield, CA, that offers home care. Older adults receive the highest quality of care for their special needs from a compassionate and highly trained team available 24/7. The community also handles daily living activities and household responsibilities, providing more time to do the things they truly enjoy.

Older adults are encouraged to live actively and be well-connected through exercise and companionship services. There’s no need to hassle with mealtimes, with the community helping with planning and feeding to meet dietary needs and preferences. Medication reminders and non-medical transportation are also provided for older adults’ convenience. The community is ideal for those seeking additional care to live comfortably in their golden years in the comforts of their homes.

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Overview of Ararat Hospice Care, INC.

Located in Bakersfield, CA, Ararat Hospice Care, Inc. is a dependable community that specializes in hospice care. The community is dedicated to improving older adults’ living experiences, providing top-tier care and support tailored to their special needs 24/7. With a compassionate and highly trained team helping with their daily living activities, older adults ease their worries and make every moment of their later years count.

Bereavement support is also available to help family members cope during this difficult time of their lives. Through a holistic approach to care, older adults can rest assured of living their golden years with less pain. The community strives to meet older adults’ special needs without leaving the safety of their homes, with its exceptional care and dedicated services.

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Overview of Agape in Home Care INC.

Experience the highest quality of life with Agape In Home Care Inc., a dedicated community in Bakersfield, CA, that specializes in-home care. Committed to enhancing older adults’ living experiences, the community provides top-notch care tailored to their unique needs and preferences 24/7. Older adults enjoy every moment of their golden years, with the community helping with their daily living activities and household responsibilities.

With companionship services, older adults are encouraged to live actively and stay socially connected. Safety assessments are conducted to ensure older adults’ comfort and safety. The community strives to provide exceptional care for older adults to live comfortably in their golden years with its dedicated care delivered in the comforts of their homes.

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Aasta Hospice

2920 F St Suite I-10, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Overview of Aasta Hospice

Aasta Hospice is a dedicated community in Bakersfield, CA, that focuses on hospice care. For terminally ill older adults, the community strives to provide top-tier care and support tailored to their special needs. The community takes pride in its compassionate and highly skilled team helping with their daily living activities.

To help family members come to terms with end-of-life care, the community also offers emotional support and grief counseling to help them cope with the loss of a loved one. Pain and symptom management are also available to ensure older adults live a worry-free retirement. Prioritizing older adults’ needs, the community is dedicated to providing the highest quality of life in the comforts of their homes to make the most out of their later years.

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Overview of Livermore Valley Senior Living

Peacefully nestled in Livermore, CA, Livermore Valley Senior Living is an idyllic community that offers excellent assisted living and memory care. Their team of well-trained caregivers is available 24/7 to support residents with their daily living activities, alongside licensed nurses and a physician who work closely with families and residents. With individualized care plans, residents are guaranteed to receive proper care and attention in a safe and secure setting.

The community prioritizes residents’ health and well-being by offering balanced and nutritious meals. With an array of activities tailored to residents’ skills and interests, residents never run out of meaningful things to do. Residents here are also liberated from tedious chores to ensure they can focus on living their best lives without worry.

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Overview of Independence Plaza

Beautifully located near Jean Sweeney Open Space Park in Alameda, CA, Independence Plaza is a distinguished community that offers independent living. With 186 cozy and beautifully designed accommodations, residents’ comfort and convenience are guaranteed. The community also promises safety like no other, with emergency pull cords in each unit and age-friendly amenities.

With an on-site resident manager available, residents receive assistance whenever necessary. The community is also equipped with beautifully-manicured courtyards, and a community room with a kitchen for residents to freely interact with their surroundings. Here, residents can downsize in retirement with ease with the community’s specially designed amenities dedicated to retaining their independence.

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Room Sizes: 572 / 780 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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In Home Elder Care Solutions

950 County Square Dr Suite# 204, Ventura, CA 93003
Overview of In Home Elder Care Solutions

In-Home Elder Care Solutions is an astounding community in Ventura, CA, that offers home care. With comprehensive care options, including dementia care, pre/post-surgery care, and hospital-to-home care, older adults receive the care and support they need for their ever-changing needs. As a locally-owned community, the community prioritizes older adults’ welfare to ensure comfort and convenience.

Older adults will not feel lonely with a friendly and nurturing team that accompanies them daily and conducts social and recreational activities. Household responsibilities, meal preparation, and assistance with errands are also provided for older adults to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle. Live a blissful retirement in the comforts of your home, accompanied by the community’s dedicated care and top-notch services.

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Buena Vista Hospice & Home Health

2545 W Hillcrest Dr Suite 130A, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
Overview of Buena Vista Hospice & Home Health

Located in the thriving neighborhood of Thousand Oaks, CA, Buena Vista Hospice & Home Health is a dedicated community that offers hospice, palliative care, and home health care. With a wide range of care options, older adults receive the highest quality of care and assistance tailored to their needs and preferences. The community strives to understand older adults’ needs to provide them with better care and comfort.

The end-of-life journey is a difficult time for everyone involved, so the community goes above and beyond to help older adults and their families come to terms with it. Family members also receive bereavement support to help them cope with the loss of a loved one. Spend your later years comfortably with the community’s dedication to delivering the highest quality of care in the comforts of your homes.

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Overview of God’s Hand Home Care INC.

Make every moment count with God’s Hand Home Care Inc. in Oxnard, CA, which offers home care. Older adults receive the care they need with extensive care options, including dementia care, personal care, live-in care, and respite care. With a compassionate and highly trained team available 24/7, older adults ease their worries and live comfortably in their golden years.

Veterans also find the care they need with dedicated veterans care programs that aim to honor their services to the country. Mobility assistance and transportation services are also available to improve older adults’ living experiences. The community strives to deliver hands-on care for older adults to enjoy their golden years in the safety of their homes.

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Overview of Mission Hospice Services of Ventura

Live your later years without worries with Mission Hospice Services of Ventura, a dependable community in Oxnard, CA, that focuses on hospice care. Older adults receive the highest quality of care from a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. The community fosters a comfortable and respectful environment for older adults to feel at ease.

Bereavement services are also available to help older adults cope during this difficult time of their lives. Nursing visits and physician-directed care are also provided to meet older adults’ healthcare needs. The community strives to provide comfort and convenience for older adults to feel at ease during their later years in the comforts of their homes.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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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
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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
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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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