Page 102 of Best Senior Communities in California

Valley View Retirement Center offers nursing home, skilled nursing, hospice care, palliative care, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Panorama City, CA. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Independent living provides a private living arrangement with community services and no daily care. Respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Hospice care supports end-of-life care, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief. The combination of care levels may make Valley View Retirement Center a good fit for someone whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between services without leaving the community. The center has 116 beds. Rehabilitation services and short-term rehab are available for residents who need a defined course of therapy rather than long-term care.

Named programs include Therapeutic Recreation, Russell Rehab Short Term Therapy, and Sunrise Terrace Dementia Care. Families can discuss these programs in relation to a resident’s interests, rehabilitation plan, or memory care needs. Judith Montoya serves as the administrator, and the center operates on Woodman Ave.

A Walk Score of 66 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Families can use the available care types and named programs to determine whether the setting matches the resident’s current needs.

The Waterleaf at Land Park offers assisted living and residential care in Sacramento, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while residential care gives residents a place to live with care services available within the community.

The 78 bed community opened in 2001. Coreen Tigley administers it, and Valine Court Senior Care operates the community. The listed starting price is $500, although the available facts do not specify which care level or billing period that figure covers.

Respite care can suit a family caregiver who needs short term support while traveling or recovering. Rehabilitation services are available at the community, allowing residents to receive those services where they live. Residents can eat in the large dining room or have meals served in their rooms if preferred, while a salon, landscaped courtyards and patios provide places for personal grooming and outdoor time. The area has a Walk Score of 43 and depends on a car, so most errands require a car or a ride.

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Starting Price $500/Month Pricing updated on May 15th, 2026

Overview of Aegis Living Dana Point

Aegis Living Dana Point provides assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Dana Point, California. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space. Memory care offers a supervised, secured setting for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports end-of-life needs, while respite care provides a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs time away.

The range of care may suit a resident whose needs change over time or a family arranging temporary support. The community has 76 beds in the Capistrano Beach neighborhood, with Sheila Nazareth serving as administrator. A Walk Score of 63 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, where some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle select nearby errands independently. Transportation is available for trips beyond walking range.

Meals are chef-prepared and tailored to residents’ tastes and needs throughout the day, allowing someone to eat outside a single scheduled meal period. Private dining provides a designated space for meals, while the spa and hair salon offer on-site grooming. Rehabilitation services support residents who need therapy as part of their care. Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet.

Ideally located near Garden Grove Hospital and Medical Center in Garden Grove, CA, The Grove Senior Apartments is an outstanding pet-friendly community that offers independent living. Residents can ease their worries with on-site management and maintenance, ensuring they enjoy hassle-free living.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and exciting events is also conducted, encouraging residents to make new friends and live actively. Residents have easy access to healthcare and leisure with the community’s proximity to recreation sites and public transportation. The community has cozy communal spaces and a friendly environment, including a clubhouse with a kitchen, a fitness center, a library, and a beautifully landscaped courtyard.

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Starting Price $1,035 - $2,131/Month Pricing updated on March 6th, 2026

Overview of Safe Haven – Oakdale

Safe Haven, Oakdale provides assisted living, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, residential care, and respite care in Oakdale, CA. Assisted living and residential care provide daily support in a residential setting, while memory care offers specialized supervision for residents with memory loss. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort, and respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs temporary relief, so the range of services can accommodate changing care needs.

Safe Haven, Oakdale has six beds. Its small size allows staff and residents to get to know one another, while private rooms give one person a room and shared rooms provide companionship for someone who prefers not to be alone. Residents can use a barber and spa, as well as a garden, patio, fully fenced backyard, and walking trails.

Residents have structured ways to spend time through art classes, exercise programs, group games, movie nights, and outings. Dining can accommodate low sodium, diabetic, vegetarian, and gluten free diets, and rehabilitation services support people who need therapy or help maintaining physical function. Aileen Poquiz Grimesey serves as the administrator, and Safe Haven Oakdale operates the community.

Overview of MorningStar Memory Care at San Tomas

MorningStar Memory Care at San Tomas in San Jose, CA, offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Independent living provides private housing alongside communal activities, whereas assisted living assists residents with daily activities while maintaining private apartments. Memory care delivers specialized supervision within a secured setting tailored for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.

Accommodating 82 beds, the community features private studios and shared studio options. Residents have access to 24-hour staff assistance, pet-friendly accommodations, and short-term rehabilitation therapies. Shorter respite stays are also available to support families when primary caregivers need temporary relief.

Payment arrangements operate primarily through private funds. Situated in a neighborhood with a walk score of 59, the location allows non-driving residents to conveniently complete select daily errands on foot.

Interested individuals seeking flexible memory support or senior living options can reach out to the management team to learn about available layouts or request a campus tour.

Downey Christian Home offers assisted living and respite care in Downey, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident lives in a private or semi-private room, and respite care provides a short-term stay for someone whose usual caregiver is traveling or recovering. The home’s six-bed size may suit someone seeking a smaller community.

Downey Christian Home has six beds, and its occupancy is 100%, so all listed beds are filled. Private and semi-private rooms let residents choose between a room for one person and a shared room. A Walk Score of 81 places the area in the very walkable band, where most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Liza Trice serves as the administrator, and Tlt Care Home operates the home.

Operated by Rcfe Management LLC, Townsend House is an assisted living community in Chico, California. It offers assisted living, hospice care, and memory care in one location. Chablis Pasquale serves as the administrator. The community is located at 10 Ilahee Lane in Butte County, a few miles from downtown Chico.

The 38-bed community has been serving residents for 7 years. There’s a mix of private and semi-private rooms, with a current occupancy rate of about 76%. This combination of community size and room options can suit residents who want more privacy while still having easy access to shared spaces and staff support.

Staff is available 24 hours a day. The community combines memory care and hospice care with assisted living, allowing many residents to remain in the same community if their care needs change. Daily support includes housekeeping, meal service, transportation assistance, and on-site security systems. Townsend House also welcomes pets. Transportation services, fitness programs, and recreation activities are part of everyday life.

The area has a Walk Score of 44, which is considered somewhat walkable. A few nearby errands can be completed on foot, but most trips require a car.

State inspections conducted by the California Department of Social Services have generally found that the community meets staff training and safety equipment requirements. Earlier inspections also identified concerns involving resident supervision and personal privacy, which led to corrective action and staff retraining. Families considering Townsend House may ask how resident supervision and privacy practices are currently being managed.

Overview of Country Crest Senior Living

Country Crest Senior Living in Oroville, CA, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term respite care. Independent living provides private residences alongside shared community services, while assisted living offers personal assistance with bathing, dressing, and managing medications. Structured supervision in secured memory care supports individuals prone to wandering, enabling residents to transition between levels of support as personal needs change.

Operating with 95 beds, the campus features a fitness center, exercise classes, art classes, a library, and a movie theater. Outdoor amenities include a garden with walking paths, complemented by an on-site salon and spa and pet-friendly policies. Respite stays are also available to support short-term recovery or accommodate primary caregiver breaks.

Management is handled by Pacifica Concordia LP and Northstar Senior Living, with administrator Irene Davis overseeing daily operations.

Interested individuals considering residential care or temporary respite options in Oroville can reach out to Country Crest Senior Living to inquire about current room availability or schedule a tour.

$4,000/Month Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

Discovery Commons Raincross offers assisted living and memory care in Riverside, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels may make the community a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 120 beds. Chef-prepared, restaurant-style dining features fresh, seasonal ingredients and menu options, giving residents meals served in a dining setting without needing to prepare them themselves. A salon and spa provide on-site access to personal grooming services.

Mary Mcclure serves as the administrator. The community is operated by Riverside Ca Sr.hsng and Integral Snr Lvg Mgt.