Page 10 of Best Senior Communities in California

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2,083 senior communities in CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities in CA
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Avg Walk Score: 58/ 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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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.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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 Communities):
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.
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.
Mercy Retirement and Care Center
SC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Oakland (Saint Elizabeth)
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 103
Rank #287 / 1,645
No
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 58
Rank #137 / 2,057
26
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #950 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #214 / 1,507
31.9%
Facility 31.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,440 / 1,452
-Mercy Ret & Care Ctr And Elder Care Alliance-
Bayshire Rancho Mirage
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Rancho Mirage
135
Facility 135
CA AVG 103
Rank #460 / 1,645
Yes
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,810 / 2,057
30
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,083 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
83.7%
Facility 83.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #497 / 1,452
A+Mirage Care LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bayshire Yorba Linda
SC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Yorba Linda
114
Facility 114
CA AVG 103
Rank #621 / 1,645
Yes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 58
Rank #887 / 2,057
21
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #919 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
90.4%
Facility 90.4%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #332 / 1,452
-Yorba Linda Care LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Pacific Gardens
SC
AL
MC
Santa Clara
104
Facility 104
CA AVG 103
Rank #683 / 1,645
No
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 58
Rank #949 / 2,057
15
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #589 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #361 / 1,507
68.3%
Facility 68.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #970 / 1,452
-Community Home Partners LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Waterman Canyon Post Acute
SC
HOS
NH
SNF
San Bernardino
166
Facility 166
CA AVG 103
Rank #269 / 1,645
No
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 58
Rank #949 / 2,057
17--
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #776 / 1,507
92.7%
Facility 92.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #275 / 1,452
A+--
Fremont Healthcare Center
SC
NH
SNF
Fremont (Sundale)
115
Facility 115
CA AVG 103
Rank #614 / 1,645
No
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 58
Rank #485 / 2,057
4--
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
89.6%
Facility 89.6%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #355 / 1,452
A+--
Bayberry Skilled Nursing & Healthcare Center
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Concord
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #724 / 1,645
No
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 58
Rank #43 / 2,057
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25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #268 / 1,507
83.8%
Facility 83.8%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #495 / 1,452
A+-Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Highland Palms Healthcare Center
SC
NH
SNF
Highland (Cypress)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #724 / 1,645
No
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,156 / 2,057
9--
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #565 / 1,507
92.1%
Facility 92.1%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #292 / 1,452
A+-Private Rooms
Capistrano Senior Living
SC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
San Juan Capistrano
125
Facility 125
CA AVG 103
Rank #524 / 1,645
Yes
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 58
Rank #804 / 2,057
15
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
-Asrv LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Gramercy Court Assisted Living and Memory Care
SC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
A Sacramento (Arden-Arcade)
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #559 / 1,645
No
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 58
Rank #980 / 2,057
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88.3%
Facility 88.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #393 / 1,452
--Private Rooms

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2,083 on this page.

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Overview of Belmont Healthcare Center

Belmont Healthcare Center is a 74-bed nursing home in Belmont, CA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community ensures older adults are treated well during their stay, especially with its small-town setting. Exceptional services, including 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and recreational programs, are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Through individualized care plans, residents receive exceptional care tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Light physical exercises, games, and social events provide residents with more opportunities for residents to try out new things and create meaningful moments. Accessible hallways and spacious living areas also ensure residents can rest and move around safely. Set near Hidden Canyon Park, walking trails, and beautiful bays in Belmont, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is committed to helping older adults thrive in retirement, making it a great choice for senior living in California.

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Overview of Mercy Retirement and Care Center

Mercy Retirement and Care Center, with a rich history dating back to 1872, is a trusted community offering a spectrum of services, including assisted living apartments, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Renowned for its commitment to compassion and excellence, this award-winning center guarantees maintenance-free living and long-term health care. They prioritize building personal relationships with residents, creating a secure environment that enhances the overall well-being of seniors and their families.
Beyond the assurance of top-notch care, Mercy Retirement and Care Center provides homelike amenities, restaurant-quality dining, and engaging activities. The community’s vibrant spaces, adorned with panoramic views of the Oakland hills and San Francisco Bay, offer an elevated living experience. Residents can choose from private deluxe and dual studio apartments, emphasizing the center’s dedication to creating a residential assisted living atmosphere that truly prioritizes the comfort and satisfaction of senior living.

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Bayshire Rancho Mirage

72201 Country Club Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Overview of Bayshire Rancho Mirage

Discover the inviting atmosphere of Bayshire Rancho Mirage in Rancho Mirage, CA, a premier community where vibrant living and outstanding care come together. Offering independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care services, this community provides personalized support to meet each resident’s unique needs. Residents can enjoy stylish and comfortable studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Ideally located near shopping and recreational areas, the community strikes the perfect balance between tranquility and convenience.

This vibrant community offers a range of enriching amenities, including a heated outdoor pool and jacuzzi. Residents can participate in various activities that match their interests and foster a strong sense of community. At Bayshire Rancho Mirage, every day is filled with joy, comfort, and a commitment to exceptional living.

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Overview of Bayshire Yorba Linda

Located in Yorba Linda, CA, Bayshire Yorba Linda is a classic senior living community designed to provide an array of care options, including assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Focused on helping residents comfortably age in place, the community offers a wide array of services provided by a team of compassionate and reliable care experts. Bright and spacious residences with convenient in-house amenities are offered to every resident, giving them a space they can call their own and personalize according to their preferences and needs.

With round the clock supervision from a reliable team, residents maintain their peace of mind knowing that their needs and emergencies are met with immediate attention. Residents also enjoy an array of life enrichment activities, programs and special events that gives them opportunities for leisure and recreation. The community also provides residents with other services, like mobile physician, podiatry and dental services for added convenience.

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Overview of Pacific Gardens

Experience the best of your golden years with Pacific Gardens, a blissful community in Santa Clara, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. A compassionate and highly trained team provides exceptional care tailored to residents’ needs 24/7 to ensure their comfort and safety. Promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment, the community strives to maintain residents’ independence while helping with their personal needs and cognitive conditions.

Recreational activities are conducted according to residents’ interests and capabilities, ensuring they remain active and socially engaged. Delightful and healthy meals are served daily to cater to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With state-of-the-art amenities and exceptional services, residents enjoy the highest quality of life in retirement.

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Overview of Waterman Canyon Post Acute

Waterman Canyon Post Acute is San Bernardino’s premier nursing center. The dedicated team of professionals approaches their service with the understanding that their residents need a sense of safety and wellness– both physically and emotionally. They inspire residents to grow as better individuals through their enhanced lifestyle in a vibrant and positive environment. Waterman Canyon is the place to experience effective care.

Waterman Canyon’s nursing and rehab experience is centered on skilled nursing, wellness, and therapy. Residents can feel confident knowing it is filled with safe, comfortable, and therapeutic service. Seniors are encouraged to maintain independence and individuality by staying active and engaged with social, recreational, and stimulating activities.

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Overview of Fremont Healthcare Center

As a Mariner Healthcare Community, Fremont Healthcare Center specializes in skilled nursing care services that deliver a home-like and comfortable atmosphere where residents can achieve their maximum recovery potential. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build mutual trust, which helps with an effective recovery and engaging experience. 

At Fremont Center, residents can expect various services, including long-term nursing and short-term rehabilitation. Featured medical services include pain management, enternal therapy, intravenous therapy, rehabilitative therapy (skilled, occupational, physical), neurological care, and social services.

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Overview of Bayberry Skilled Nursing & Healthcare Center

Receive exceptional care from Bayberry Skilled Nursing & Healthcare Center, a distinguished community in Concord, CA, that offers a wide range of care options. These include long-term restorative care, short-term rehabilitation, dementia care, respite care, cardiac care, orthopedic care, wound care, stroke recovery care, and therapy. A compassionate and highly trained team strives to meet residents’ unique needs 24/7 for comfort and convenience.

Aside from their healthcare needs, a well-thought-out calendar of engaging activities and exciting events is also conducted so residents can live actively and remain socially engaged. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are provided to improve residents’ living experiences. Here, mealtimes not only meet dietary needs but also promote social interactions with delightful and well-balanced meals that satisfy dietary needs and preferences. The community strives to enhance residents’ conditions, allowing them to jump back into their lives without worries.

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Overview of Highland Palms Healthcare Center

Highland Palms Healthcare Center is a trusted community situated near Loma Linda Medical Center in Highland, CA, that offers nursing care and rehabilitation. With top-notch care and assistance around the clock, residents receive personalized care tailored to their needs and preferences. As a Medicare and Medicaid-certified community, the community strives to provide the highest quality of life while staying on a budget.

Families are also welcome to visit their loved ones, especially with the community’s cozy and beautiful communal spaces. Here, residents enjoy delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is 4-star rated by the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services, ensuring a trustworthy and exceptional quality of care.

Contact Highland Palms Healthcare Center

Capistrano Senior Living

31741 Rancho Viejo Rd A, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Overview of Capistrano Senior Living

Capistrano Senior Living offers an upscale retirement living. It boasts an exceptionally vibrant assisted living home in San Juan because of the unparalleled standard of care in their accommodations and staff and the overall joy of the residents. Offering continuum care services, seniors can access comprehensive services that deliver a results-driven approach to fast recovery. The picturesque surroundings and top-level senior care are the pillars of their outstanding level of service, inspiring them to live life to the fullest.

With an emphasis on assisted living services, the cozy home provides all-inclusive amenities to help residents stay active and relaxed. From exercising in their cutting-edge wellness programs from their fitness center to a gourmet meal in their grand dining room– the community is a buzzing social community. Specialized services are tailored to the holistic needs of residents of independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing care.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Communities in California

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 2083 senior communities in California. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community in California?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in California, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting senior communities in California?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.