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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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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.
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.
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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Arbor Vista Senior Living
SC
AL
Pasadena (North Central)
69C+Yes 88 2317325 76.8% -Robsag Inc-
Del’s Haven III
SC
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
RC
Laguna Niguel
6C+No 71 6--5 100.0% -Del's Haven III, LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Foothill Retirement
SC
AL
IL
MC
Tujunga
72CNo 75 1610410 83.3% -Foothill Retirement Operator LLC And Paradise Of N Vly-
The Terraces at Park Marino
SC
AL
MC
RC
Pasadena
112CYes 51 31151826 100.0% -Park Marino Health Center, Inc-
Loving Heart Care Home
SC
AL
RESC
Antioch
6C+Yes 23 8238 100.0% -Loving Heart Care Home LLC-
Marbella Marysville
SC
AL
MC
Marysville
72C+Yes 90 3017327 59.7% -Marysville Ventures LLC And Integral Senior Liv Mgmt-
Elder Ashram
SC
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Oakland (Foothill)
90B-Yes 87 352226 71.1% -Elder Ashram Inc-
Foremost Retirement Resort
SC
AL
HOS
MC
Hesperia
96B-Yes 27 18711 95.8% -Foremost Retirement Resort Inc-
Merced Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Merced
93DYes 40 64381425 80.6% A+Northstar Senior Living Inc And Northstar Snr Lvg MgtStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Belmare Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Oakdale
114C-Yes 68 5224193 69.3% A-Belmare Senior Living LLC And Onelife Senior Lvng. LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Overview of Arbor Vista Senior Living

What residents get at Arbor Vista Senior Living is assisted living in Pasadena, CA. The name of the program offered by the community is Assistance with All Activities of Daily Living, and that includes assistance with bathing, dressing, and medication, among anything else. The place is a good fit for someone needing daily support.

Safety features are explicitly named here, including a delayed egress system. The bed count is 69, and residents here can keep pets.

Kim Commodore administers the home, and Robsag Inc. is its operator. The area’s walk score is a high 88, putting it well into the very walkable range. Errands can mostly be done without having to drive.

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Overview of Del’s Haven III

Dedicated to providing the highest quality of care, Del’s Haven III in Andrea Way, Laguna Niguel, CA, is a one-of-a-kind community that offers assisted living, memory care, and hospice care. The community featurestop-tier care and assistance 24/7 tailored to residents’ needs, alongside cozy private and spacious semi-private rooms for the utmost comfort and safety. Medication management , daily housekeeping, and laundry are also cared for by the team to give them more time to do the things they love.

Meet new people and have fun with a full calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs for an active and well-connected lifestyle. Here, residents are served with three delicious and healthy meals throughout the day, catering to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those looking to live their retirement without worries with its top-notch and highly qualified team.

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Overview of Foothill Retirement

Foothill Retirement offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Tujunga, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time, since the resident can move between levels without leaving the community. Foothill Retirement has 72 beds. The area has a Walk Score of 75, placing it in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Maria Cabrera serves as administrator, and the community is operated by Foothill Retirement Operator and Paradise Of N Vly.

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The Terraces at Park Marino

2587 East Washington Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91107
Overview of The Terraces at Park Marino

The Terraces at Park Marino offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Pasadena, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community may be a good fit for families seeking temporary support or care that can adapt as needs change. With 112 beds, it has room for a sizable resident community.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet with them. A Walk Score of 51 means some errands can be done on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to handle certain nearby errands independently. Maria Teresita Quizon serves as the administrator, and Park Marino Health Center operates the community.

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Overview of Loving Heart Care Home

Loving Heart Care Home is one of Antioch’s residential care facilities for the elderly, offering assisted living services to its residents. As part of their assisted living services, they provide their residents with quality care;  24/7 supervision and availability of staff for assistance, medication management and dispensing, and assistance with daily living activities including bathing, dining, and grooming, as needed.

Loving Heart Care Home also ensures the residents’ families that their loved ones are taken care of; providing nutritious meals and snacks daily, and with consideration to their dies, and creating activities and programs that promote their physical and mental well being. To ensure that the environment stays comfortable and safe, the staff takes care of laundry and housekeeping, keeping the place clean and sanitized all the time.

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Overview of Marbella Marysville

Marbella Marysville is an assisted living and memory care community in Marysville, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having both care levels in one community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, because a move can happen without leaving the community or starting over socially. Its Walk Score of 90, places the area in the walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Professional salon and barber services let residents arrange hair care within the community.

Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet with them. Tracy Freudendahl serves as the administrator. The community is operated by Marysville Ventures and Integral Senior Liv Mgmt.

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Overview of Elder Ashram

Elder Ashram is an assisted living community in Oakland, CA, that offers personal care and mental health services. Promoting a warm and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults can live comfortably in their later years. Weekly housekeeping, medication management, and incontinence care are also available to improve residents’ quality of life. Prioritizing age-inclusivity, the community ensures residents receive the utmost care tailored to their needs.

Workshops, local performances, and events allow residents to explore new interests and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can also rest and move around, as cozy living spaces and accessible gathering areas are also available. Ideally situated in the quiet residential area of Oakland, near bus stops, restaurants, and MacArthur Fwy, the community is easily accessible for families and visitors. This assisted living community has exceptional standards of care, making it an ideal option for senior living in California.

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Overview of Foremost Retirement Resort

Located a few miles from downtown Hesperia, California, and about 4.35 miles from Desert Valley Hospital, Foremost Retirement Resort is an assisted living community offering assisted living, hospice care, and memory care on a 15-acre campus with mountain views. The community is operated by Foremost Retirement Resort Inc., with Jennifer Uriza serving as the administrator. Its location keeps hospital care within easy reach if residents need it.

The single-story community has 96 beds. It currently houses 92 residents, giving it an occupancy rate of about 96%. It has been serving residents for 1 year. Care includes assisted living, memory care, and respite stays. Residents are supported by caregivers available 24 hours a day, and personalized care plans are based on each resident’s needs. Housekeeping and transportation services are included, and meals are served in a spacious dining room.

Residents can take part in light exercise, social events, and a variety of recreational activities throughout the week. Cozy living rooms and shared gathering areas provide comfortable places to relax and spend time with others outside of scheduled programs. The community also welcomes pets, allowing residents to keep a companion animal after moving in.

The area has a Walk Score of 27, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require a car or the community’s transportation service.

State inspections have focused on areas such as building maintenance, safety checks, staff records, and incident reporting. Families considering Foremost Retirement Resort should ask how staffing levels are managed and how care plans are reviewed and updated over time.

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Overview of Merced Senior Living

Merced Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Merced, CA. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Having these care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level does not require leaving the community. The community has 93 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom housing. A two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion, while a studio is a single private space.

Pets are allowed. A resident can bring a pet when moving in. Residents can use the pool, garden, salon, barber, movie theater, and craft room for swimming, outdoor time, grooming, films, and hands on activities. Exercise and art classes provide structured activities, and rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy.

The area has a Walk Score of 40 and is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. Lisa Baricevic serves as the administrator. Northstar Senior Living and Northstar Snr Lvg Mgt operate the community.

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Overview of Belmare Senior Living

Spend your golden years surrounded by kind and genuine people in Belmare Senior Living, a warm and inviting community in Oakdale, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. They ensure residents are given personalized care that best aligns with their needs and preferences, allowing them to receive the proper amount of care to maintain their independence. Those needing extra love and care have access to a 24/7 care team trained to assist them with their daily living activities, personal hygiene, medication reminders and more.

Their memory care unit is always ready to welcome residents with memory conditions in a safe and secure environment with specialized care and programming. A full calendar of activities provides residents with plenty of opportunities to make enriching experiences and social connections. Whether you’re seeking comfort, independence, or convenience, Belmare Senior Living is committed to delivering everything you need for a fulfilling living experience.

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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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