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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. 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.
Brookdale Auburn
SC
AL
MC
Auburn
110Yes 42 C+3424612 85.5% Bernadette Clark HomeStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Belmont Village Senior Living Sabre Springs
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
San Diego (Sabre Springs)
184Yes 29 C+6929714 81.5% Belmont Village Sabre Spr Tnnt & LP And Belmont ThreeStudio / 1 Bed
AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tarzana
160No 60 C+77631515 76.3% Avantgarde Senior LivingStudio
West Park Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
San Dimas
200Yes 33 B-20813 54.5% Pacifica Rancho Park LP/West Park Mgr LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Sonrisa Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
Roseville (Harding)
199Yes 48 B-211122 60.8% Us Alliance Holden Of Roseville Tenant And WatermarkStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Summer House Memory Care at Sunny View
SC
MC
Cupertino (Monta Vista)
190No 40 C+132423 63.2% Front Porch Communities And Services-
Villa Alamar
SC
MC
Santa Barbara (North State)
43No 86 C+92430 60.5% Gl And Vl 2, LLC, Gp Of G And V 2 LP-
Laguna Palms II
SC
AL
MC
Laguna Niguel
6No 63 C-4-120 66.7% Res.care Services, Inc.dba Laguna PalmsPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Royal Gardens Senior Care
SC
AL
RC
Clovis
6Yes 61 D+5-514 83.3% Vr Enigma, Inc-
Vintage Gardens Assisted Living Community
SC
AL
Fresno (Roosevelt)
158No 69 D+175821 70.3% Central California Nikkei FoundationStudio / 1 Bed
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Overview of Brookdale Auburn

Located at 11550 Education Street in Auburn, California, Brookdale Auburn provides a vibrant senior living community where residents can enjoy life to the fullest. With a focus on both assisted living and memory care, Brookdale Auburn provides the care and support residents need to thrive. At Brookdale Auburn, residents can expect a warm and welcoming environment where they can host princess tea parties for grandkids and enjoy shopping trips with friends. The community takes care of mundane chores like housekeeping and laundry, allowing residents more time to pursue their passions. With pet-friendly apartments featuring plenty of natural light and a selection of floor plans, residents can truly make themselves at home.

Brookdale Auburn’s assisted living services provide support with daily activities such as dressing, bathing, and medication management, as well as household chores and maintenance. For residents needing memory care, the Clare Bridge program offers a daily path of engagement tailored to each resident’s skills, allowing them to flourish even with advanced expressions of Alzheimer’s or dementia. With their focus on personalized care and a commitment to enhancing residents’ quality of life, Brookdale Auburn is a place where your loved one can feel at home and receive the support they need to live well.

$6,210/Month

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Sabre Springs

Overlooking the beautiful views of the valleys and foothills of North County, Belmont Village Senior Living Sabre Springs is a blissful senior living community in San Diego, CA, offering independent living, assisted living and memory care. Here, residents enjoy inviting living spaces with a variety of floor plans to choose from, including studios and one-bedroom floor plans. A licensed nurse and well-trained team on-site 24/7 helps residents keep their peace of mind, knowing that assistance is available whenever they need it.

Dedicated to providing its residents everything they need to thrive holistically, the community offers a professionally managed fitness center with on-site therapy services, researched-backed memory care program, and a vibrant social activity calendar. Residents stay nourished with chef-prepared meals based on their dietary preferences and needs. Amenities include a swimming pool, putting green, walking paths, a bistro, salon services, and Wi-Fi access, ensuring residents will never run out of things to do.

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Overview of AvantGarde Senior Living | Tarzana

Reach your full potential with the venerable senior living community of AvantGarde Senior Living Tarzana set in the peaceful neighborhood of Lindley Avenue, Tarzana, CA, that offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Featuring newly refurbished residences with various floor plans, the community ensures seniors enjoy a comfortable and safe retirement. The community takes pride in a team of respectful and specially trained professionals delivering top-notch care and assistance

AvantGarde Senior Living Tarzana promotes a vibrant and inviting environment, utilizing innovative and holistic approaches seniors are taken care of in every aspect. Maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle with social and cultural activities conducted all year round. Have the finest dining experience with well-balanced meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. With its incredible amenities and well-lit grounds, AvantGarde Senior Living Tarzana is great for seniors looking to live an independent lifestyle without worries.

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West Park Senior Living

801 Cypress Way, San Dimas, CA 91773
Overview of West Park Senior Living

Tucked in the charming eastern outskirts of Los Angeles, in San Dimas, California, West Park Senior Living offers a distinctive blend of independent and assisted living services. This community radiates character, providing residents with a unique and vibrant experience. The allure of West Park lies not only in its luxurious amenities but also in its genuine sense of community. Here, residents can relish the ease of living, surrounded by breathtaking outdoor spaces, complemented by the reassurance of round-the-clock staff availability.

Within the community, residents are treated to an array of upscale features, including walk-in closets and state-of-the-art emergency alert systems, ensuring both comfort and safety. The community’s vibrant atmosphere is complemented by a wealth of services, from meticulous housekeeping and laundry services to exquisite restaurant-style dining. Engaging social activities and invigorating fitness classes are woven into the fabric of daily life, fostering a sense of belonging and fulfillment. Moreover, West Park Senior Living enjoys a strategic location, offering easy access to delightful restaurants and healthcare centers.

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Overview of Sonrisa Senior Living

Operated by Us Alliance Holden of Roseville Tenant and Watermark, Sonrisa Senior Living is a senior living community in Roseville, California. Michael Clymo serves as administrator. The community in the Harding neighborhood offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. It has been open for 2 years. It’s within reach of Mercy San Juan Medical Center for residents who need nearby hospital care.

The three-story community has 199 beds. It offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts ranging from about 625 to just over 1,000 square feet. Each residence has a private bathroom, living room, kitchen, walk-in closet, and in-unit laundry. These features provide residents with a complete apartment-style home rather than a single room. The community currently has an occupancy rate of 61%. There’s meaningful availability for families hoping to move in without waiting.

Staff is available around the clock to provide residents with ongoing support. Housekeeping and maintenance of the building and grounds are also handled by the community, removing these responsibilities from residents. Amenities on-site include salon and barber services. Transportation is available for appointments and errands. Fitness and recreation programs give residents regular ways to stay active. The community also welcomes pets, allowing residents to bring a companion animal when they move.

The surrounding area is somewhat walkable, with a Walk Score of 48. A few nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require a car or the community’s transportation service.

State inspections throughout Sonrisa’s operating history have mainly focused on staff training, medication administration, and infection control practices. Records do not point to one main issue that has continued over time. Families touring Sonrisa Senior Living may want to ask about current staff training and medication management procedures.

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Overview of Summer House Memory Care at Sunny View

Located within a captivating setting, Summer House Memory Care at Sunny View emanates a sense of serenity and charm. With its collection of 22 cottages, picturesque grounds, and lush landscaped courtyards, this cherished abode invites residents to immerse themselves in the splendors of the great outdoors, engaging in various stimulating recreational activities. Embracing the transformative power of the Music and Memory program, Summer House unlocks a world where cherished melodies, captivating artwork, and energizing exercise routines intertwine to ignite memories and enliven spirits.

The cottages, thoughtfully enhanced with cutting-edge technology, provide a harmonious blend of security and comfort, complemented by the ever-watchful presence of a 24-hour on-site campus security guard. With regular housekeeping, cleaning services, and personalized laundry assistance, the burdens of daily chores dissolve, allowing residents to savor the essence of carefree living. The harmonious blend of natural splendor and state-of-the-art innovation creates an unparalleled home here.

Starting Price $12,285 - $15,370/Month

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Villa Alamar

45 E Alamar Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Overview of Villa Alamar

Villa Alamar, located in Santa Barbara, CA, is a memory care community offering quality care services for their senior residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Their highly skilled staff ensures each residents wellness by providing personalized care through a variety of services including cognitive stimulation and social activities, assistance with daily living activities as well as medication management. This unique community is the last independently owned memory care provider on Santa Barbara’s Upper East Side
Additionally, this senior living community also provides residents with eating and dietary support monitoring by ensuring that they receive balanced and nutritious meals, daily. Furthermore, incontinence support and monitoring, beauty services, and laundry and linen services are also provided, to support the residents’ need of a hygienic living environment, where they can all thrive with dignity.

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Laguna Palms II

29501 Via San Sebastian, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Overview of Laguna Palms II

Laguna Palms II is an exceptional community in Via San Sebastian, Laguna Niguel, CA, that offers assisted living. Accommodating up to six residents, the community strives to provide top-tier care and assistance 24/7 to meet their needs and preferences. Enjoy the best of your golden years with the community helping with the housekeeping, laundry, and other daily living activities.

Relax and spend your days as you prefer with a community taking care of the busy work for you. Here, healthy and delicious meals are served to satisfy dietary needs and tastes. With its quaint and welcoming setting, residents can rest assured of receiving the care they need while retaining their independence to live retirement on their terms.

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Overview of Royal Gardens Senior Care

Royal Gardens Senior Care provides assisted living and respite care in Clovis, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. With six beds, the community may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting.

A Walk Score of 61 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete some errands independently. Pets are allowed, giving residents the option to keep a pet at the community. Gurmit K Aulakh is the administrator, and Vr Enigma operates the community.

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Overview of Vintage Gardens Assisted Living Community

Ideally situated near United Health Centers-Fresno Minnewawa in Fresno, CA, Vintage Gardens Assisted Living Community is a trusted community that offers assisted living. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, a compassionate and well-trained team provides exceptional care tailored to their needs 24/7. Residents can keep their peace of mind with the community handling the chores and housekeeping.

Encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends, a fun-filled calendar of activities and enriching programs is conducted. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy meals. The community is ideal for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its top-notch services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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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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