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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. 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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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.
Noble Living III, LLC
SC
HOS
MC
San Diego (San Carlos)
6No 28 A-51-8 100.0% Noble Living III LLC1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms
Merrill Gardens at Rockridge
SC
AL
IL
MC
Oakland (Shafter)
150Yes 95 B+331536 89.3% Shi-III Mg Rockridge Gp LLC And Merrill Gardens LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at La Palma
SC
AL
MC
La Palma
80Yes 61 B+4-12 87.5% Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Brookdale Brea
SC
AL
Brea
110Yes 60 A-112219 76.4% Brea Brea LLC And Emeritus CorporationStudio / 1 Bed
Ivy Park at Monterey
SC
AL
MC
Monterey
112Yes 73 B+2114-2 94.6% Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Nohl Ranch
SC
AL
Anaheim (Anaheim Hills)
266Yes 49 A-158-21 39.5% Blc Nohl Ranch LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Palo Alto
SC
AL
MC
Palo Alto (Evergreen Park)
97Yes 90 A-7211 80.4% Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill
SC
AL
IL
San Diego (Bankers Hill)
100Yes 89 A-14615 83.0% Mg At Bankers Hill, LP And Shi-IV Merrill Gp, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Belmont
SC
AL
MC
Pulgas Belmont
117Yes 82 A-74-2 67.5% Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Atria Tamalpais Creek
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Novato
180Yes 47 A-213330 62.2% Wg Tamalpais Creek Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Noble Living III, LLC

6665 Decanture St, San Diego, CA 92120
Overview of Noble Living III

Noble Living III provides memory care and hospice care in San Diego’s San Carlos neighborhood. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering, while hospice care focuses on comfort for someone with a terminal illness. Having both options may make the home a fit for a resident who needs dementia support or hospice services.

The home has six beds, and all are currently occupied. Rooms have one bed in a semi-private arrangement, so residents share the room rather than living in a fully private apartment. Nora Garcia is the administrator.

Outdoor time is available on the patio and at the pool. Art and craft projects, along with pet therapy, give residents structured activities and opportunities for engagement.

Home-cooked meals are prepared fresh each day, with residents taking part in meal planning and preparation. The kitchen accommodates diabetic, pureed, vegetarian, low-sodium, and gluten-free diets, while the Person Centered Care model organizes daily support around each resident’s needs and preferences.

$6,900/Month

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Rockridge

Take in the stunning views of Coronado Avenue, Oakland, CA, with Merrill Gardens at Rockridge’s astounding senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Live in comfort and elegance within the beautifully crafted and spacious Merrill Gardens at Rockridge accommodations with 126 various studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. With round-the-clock care and assistance from a compassionate and highly qualified team, seniors let go of their worries and receive the utmost attention for their needs and interests.

Maintain a well-engaged lifestyle with a wide range of exciting activities and fun learning programs. Create meaningful moments within Merrill Gardens at Rockridge’s spacious and welcoming communal spaces. Enjoy delightful and healthy meals any time you prefer to meet dietary requirements and tastes. Merrill Gardens at Rockridge is ideal for seniors aiming to maximize their freedom and receive the necessary support to experience the finest retirement.

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Ivy Park at La Palma

5321 La Palma Avenue, La Palma, CA 90623
Overview of Ivy Park at La Palma

Ivy Park of La Palma, a large and excellent senior living community in the beautiful city of La Palma, California, offers a wide range of senior living services, including assisted living and memory care services. The community features a private studio, one-bedroom or two-bedroom suite for their assisted living community, and a private or companion suite for their Evergreen Memory Care residents. Committed to delivering care that perfectly aligns with its resident’s needs, the community collaborates with the residents and their families to create their ideal care plan, whether they need 24-hour care assistance or extensive memory care and support.

Ivy Park of La Palma focuses on providing its residents with holistic needs, offering them plenty of spaces to relax, form bonds, or participate in social and educational activities that enhance their cognitive abilities. With their EverYou program, Evergreen residents are guaranteed a stimulating environment and guidance to a fulfilling everyday life. Residents also enjoy nutritious meals daily, weekly housekeeping and laundry, and spa services when needed. Amenities include a bistro, a library, a full-service salon, a hydro spa, and peaceful indoor and outdoor lounge areas.

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Overview of Brookdale Brea

Brookdale Brea offers assisted living, respite care, and short term rehab in Brea, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away, and short term rehab supports temporary recovery needs.

The community has 110 beds, with studio and one bedroom residences. A studio combines living into one space, while a one bedroom gives a resident a separate bedroom. Assisted living starts at $3,415 per month, which gives families a baseline for budgeting at that care level.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet. An on site salon and spa provide grooming and spa services, while transportation helps residents travel beyond the community without arranging every trip themselves. Activities include fitness classes, card games, and creative workshops, and the dining room builds menus around resident suggestions and dietary needs, including special diets.

A Walk Score of 60 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently. Logan Harrison serves as the administrator, and Brea Brea and Emeritus operates the community. Brookdale Brea may be a good fit for a family seeking assisted living with respite care when a primary caregiver needs a short term break.

Starting Price $3,415/Month

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Ivy Park at Monterey

1110 Cass St, Monterey, CA 93940
Overview of Ivy Park at Monterey

Ivy Park at Monterey is a lively senior living community tucked away in the beautiful neighborhood of Monterey, CA. Featuring a homey private studio, one-bedroom or two-bedroom suite for its assisted living residents, and a spacious private studio and companion suite for its Evergreen residents, Ivy Park provides personalized assisted living and memory care services to its residents.

With a focus on meeting every needs and preferences of its residents, Ivy Park connects with its residents and their families in creating a care plan that fits their requirements. With the community’s ‘whole living’ approach, residents experience services and amenities that satisfy their holistic needs, including 24-hour personal care assistance, medication management, social & educational programs, and carefully prepared meals that they can enjoy at the community’s vibrant Vine at Ivy restaurant. Other amenities include scheduled transportation, weekly housekeeping and laundry, an emergency response system, on-site maintenance, indoor & outdoor lounge areas, an activity studio, a library, a full-service salon, a hydro spa, and a bistro.

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Overview of Brookdale Nohl Ranch

Based on three stunning acres in Anaheim Hills, California, Brookdale Nohl Ranch is a unique senior living community offering cozy and welcoming assisted living. Residents are guaranteed a safe and comfortable living space with thoughtfully designed apartments ranging from a studio to one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. The community also provides personal assistance and easy access to plenty of parks, shopping centers, and cultural attractions, ensuring seniors enjoy a fulfilling and engaging lifestyle.

Brookdale Nohl Ranch aims to give seniors a cozy and stimulating environment with various on-site activities to complement their diverse interests and needs. Residents enjoy a personalized dining experience and access to various amenities, including a putting green, an arts and crafts studio, an on-site hair salon, a clinic, business centers, and a game room. At Brookdale Nohl Ranch, residents are treated like a family and surrounded by encouragement, support, and friendship.

Starting Price $3,495/Month

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Ivy Park at Palo Alto

2701 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Overview of Ivy Park at Palo Alto

Ivy Park at Palo Alto is a senior living community within the beautiful grounds of Palo Alto, CA, offering extensive assisted living and memory care services. The community features a range of floor plans, including a spacious studio, 1 or 2-bedroom suite, and a companion suite for its memory care residents, ensuring plenty of privacy and comfort. Besides their 24-hour personal care support and concierge physician services, the community also features their EverYou programs to stimulate and guide their memory care residents through a fulfilling and meaningful day.

Committed to delivering complete and customized care to its residents, Ivy Park takes on a ‘whole living’ approach that encompasses nourishing meals, engaging activities, outstanding amenities, and compassionate services. Residents can access scheduled transportation, spa services, weekly housekeeping and laundry, and more, ensuring a comfortable retirement experience. Moreover, the community provides plenty of spaces where residents can relax, form bonds, or explore their interests, including an indoor and outdoor lounge area, a library, a cafe, and an activity studio. At Ivy Park at Paolo Alto, they guarantee that each resident lives their best lives.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill

Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill offers assisted living and independent living in the Bankers Hill neighborhood of San Diego, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Having both care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 100 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts. A studio provides a single private space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The starting price is $6,900, but the available facts do not assign that figure to assisted living or independent living, so it is not a care-specific monthly rate.

A Walk Score of 89 places the area in the very walkable category, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Pets are allowed, and a fitness area gives residents a place to exercise on site. David Tamo serves as the administrator.

Starting Price $6,900/Month

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Ivy Park at Belmont

1010 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Belmont, CA 94002
Overview of Ivy Park at Belmont

Located in the thriving community of Belmont, CA, and nestled along the scenic coast of California, Ivy Park at Belmont is a vibrant senior living community that offers exceptional assisted living and memory care services. Offering medication management, 24-hour personal care support, and concierge physician services, Ivy Park at Belmont ensures its residents receive customized care tailored to their individual needs.

At Ivy Park at Belmont, they strive to meet the needs and interests of their residents by providing them with various services and amenities, from nourishing meals and engaging activities to a full social calendar with something for everyone. Residents experience all-day dining at the community’s Vine at Ivy Restaurant, catch up with other residents, enjoy refreshments at the bistro, or pamper and relax with Ivy Park’s full-service salon and hydro spa. To help residents organize and simplify their lives, Ivy Park also offers services such as guest meals & room service, daily housekeeping, weekly housekeeping and laundry, and on-site maintenance.

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Overview of Atria Tamalpais Creek

Live comfortably and safely with Atria Tamalpais Creek located in Tamalpais Avenue, Novato, CA. The community offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With homey and spacious floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments equipped with kitchens or kitchenettes and individual thermostat controls, the community ensures relaxation and security. Focusing on the seniors’ independence and individuality, Atria Tamalpais Creek ensures that they receive proper care and assistance that perfectly matches their needs and preferences.

Atria Tamalpais Creek is committed to giving its residents a better quality of life, encouraging them to remain active and connected. The community serves three chef-prepared healthy and delicious meals daily to ensure that residents’ dietary needs are satisfied. With pet-friendly amenities including a courtyard, an outdoor dining space, grill, and fireplace, a library, a media room, a movie theater, a fitness center, a salon and spa, a game room, computers, a resident garden, a peaceful patio, and serene walking paths, the community ensures the enjoyment and wellness of its residents.

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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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