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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2,083 senior communities in California using California Department 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: 57/ 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: 104The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Pomona
520
Facility 520
CA AVG 104
Rank #16 / 1644
No
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 57
Rank #1470 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
12
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #441 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 12
Rank #74 / 1500
84.0% -Congregational Homes, IncorporatedStudio
Carlsbad By The Sea Care Center
SC
NH
SNF
Carlsbad (Carlsbad Village)
224
Facility 224
CA AVG 104
Rank #116 / 1644
No
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 57
Rank #43 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
83-
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 12
Rank #147 / 1500
84.8% A+Front Porch Communities And Services-
Vi at La Jolla Village
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
San Diego (University City)
783
Facility 783
CA AVG 104
Rank #5 / 1644
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 57
Rank #218 / 2087
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #731 / 1400
29
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1056 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 12
Rank #129 / 1500
69.3% -Ccw La Jolla LLC, Cc La Jolla LLC, And Classic Res MgmtSuite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Vi at Palo Alto
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Palo Alto
876
Facility 876
CA AVG 104
Rank #1 / 1644
No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #416 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
20
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 12
Rank #287 / 1500
73.1% -Cc Palo Alto LLC And Classic Res. Mgmt. Ltd. Partner1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Reutlinger Community
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Danville
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 104
Rank #560 / 1644
No
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 57
Rank #1715 / 2087
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #631 / 1400
22
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #884 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 12
Rank #179 / 1500
65.0% A+Reutlinger Community, The And Eskaton Properties IncStudio / 1 Bed
OakView Health Center
SC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village)
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 104
Rank #1055 / 1644
No
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 57
Rank #1841 / 2087
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1400
7
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1160
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 12
Rank #376 / 1500
79.4% A+Oakview Hc LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Covenant Living at the Samarkand
SC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Santa Barbara (Samarkand)
379
Facility 379
CA AVG 104
Rank #31 / 1644
No
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 57
Rank #1343 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1160
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 12
Rank #74 / 1500
85.2% A+Covenant Living West-
Canterbury Woods
SC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Pacific Grove
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 104
Rank #180 / 1644
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 57
Rank #383 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1400
9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
36
Facility 36
CA AVG 12
Rank #51 / 1500
72.6% A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ridgeview Health Center
SC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
San Diego (Scripps Ranch)
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 104
Rank #1011 / 1644
No
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 57
Rank #1941 / 2087
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 81
Rank #308 / 1400
17
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 12
Rank #1074 / 1500
85.3% -Crestview Hc LLC-
The Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens a CCRC
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Fresno
652
Facility 652
CA AVG 104
Rank #9 / 1644
Yes
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1155 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1400
4
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1160
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 12
Rank #89 / 1500
57.2% A+Humangood & Humangood Norcal & Humangood Fresno-
Webster House
SC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Palo Alto (Crescent Park)
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 104
Rank #1114 / 1644
Yes
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 57
Rank #171 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
7
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 12
Rank #551 / 1500
90.7% -Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
O‘Connor Woods
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Stockton (Sherwood Manor)
499
Facility 499
CA AVG 104
Rank #23 / 1644
Yes
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 57
Rank #1821 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 12
Rank #65 / 1500
0-O'connor Woods HousingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
University Retirement Community
SC
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Davis (West Davis)
500
Facility 500
CA AVG 104
Rank #22 / 1644
No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 57
Rank #1240 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1400
12
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 12
Rank #179 / 1500
0-Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Vineyards – California Armenian Home
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RESC
SNF
Fresno (Roosevelt)
412
Facility 412
CA AVG 104
Rank #27 / 1644
Yes
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 57
Rank #1793 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1400
14
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 12
Rank #30 / 1500
54.1% -California Home For The Aged IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Spring Lake Village
SC
NH
AL
IL
MC
Santa Rosa (Melita)
679
Facility 679
CA AVG 104
Rank #8 / 1644
Yes
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 57
Rank #1921 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1400
13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #650 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1160
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 12
Rank #89 / 1500
0A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Overview of Kensington Place Redwood City

Kensington Place Redwood City is a compassionate memory care community in Redwood City, CA, that focuses on caring for those with dementia and Alzheimer’s. The community promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults feel at home during their stay. With 24-hour care, medication administration, and all-day dining, residents have a worry-free retirement. Alongside different levels of care, personalized care plans are provided to help enhance residents’ memory and meet their needs.

Mind-stimulating games, light exercises, and social events provide residents with more opportunities to learn new things and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can relax and interact with friends in the spacious dining rooms, cozy living rooms, and accessible communal spaces. The area is also filled with restaurants, shops, and public transportation, ensuring accessibility and convenience. This memory care community is a trusted choice for senior living in California, especially with its excellent services and thoughtfully designed amenities.

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Atria Del Rey

8825 Base Line Rd, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Overview of Atria Del Rey

Atria Del Rey is a beautifully maintained, pet-friendly senior living community in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. The community provides memory care, assisted living, and independent living services, guaranteeing a thorough level of care catered to the requirements of its residents. The committed team offers round-the-clock support, including emergency alarm systems, concierge services, and regular social, cultural, educational, and physical activity schedules.

To provide its residents with a lively and satisfying environment, Atria Del Rey features excellent amenities, such as a salon, library, putting green, and fitness center. Residents can also enjoy walking trails, a game area, an outdoor grilling courtyard, off-site pool rights, and private dining are all available to residents. Furthermore, Wi-Fi is available throughout the community, as well as housekeeping and linen service, scheduled transportation, and on-site worship services.

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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 Gabrielle’s Caring Hand II

Conveniently nestled in Modesto, CA, Gabrielle’s Caring Hand II is a warm and welcoming community that provides assisted living. Designed to support residents with their daily activities, the community features a team of dedicated caregivers available 24 hours a day, 7days a week. With cozy and intimate accommodations, residents enjoy easier delivery of care amidst a setting that fosters safety and tight-knit connections.

Exciting and stimulating activities await residents to help them enjoy a life filled with fun and enjoyable experiences. The community also ensures residents’ meals are carefully prepared to cater to their unique tastes and nutritional needs for proper nutrition. At Gabrielle’s Caring Hand II, residents lead the lifestyle they want without tedious chores and the hassles of everyday life.

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Overview of Genesis Manor V

Located in the serene neighborhood of Bethany Cir, Claremont, CA, Genesis Manor V is an outstanding community that offers assisted living, memory care, home health, and hospice care. The community is committed to improving residents’ welfare and provides them with a round the clock care and assistance with an experienced and highly trained team. Here, residents do not have to worry about anything with the community handling the housekeeping, medication administration, and laundry services. As a family-owned and operated community, residents are guaranteed to receive the utmost care and attention for their unique needs.

Highlighting residents’ strengths and interests, the community conducts fun activities and enriching programs to promote an active and blissful lifestyle. Indulge in healthy and delicious meals that satisfy dietary needs and tastes. The community also assists veterans with obtaining their benefits and ensures residents’ maximize the available resources for their comfort.

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Overview of Hillside View

Peacefully set in Laguna Hills, CA, Hillside View is a warm and inviting community for those needing support with their daily activities. The community helps residents maintain their independence through their comprehensive assisted living services, including personal care and medication management. Their team of kind and reliable caregivers is always available to attend to residents’ needs and regularly monitor their vital signs.

Here, residents receive personalized care plans to ensure they only pay for the services they need and best work for their well-being. The community also makes sure residents maintain healthy eating habits and proper nutrition by monitoring their diets and serving them health-conscious meals. Through compassionate and dedicated care, Hillside View allows residents to live their golden years without worry while being surrounded by genuine people.

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Overview of Epic Assistance Care Home III

Conveniently located near serene parks and local amenities in Via Estudio, Laguna Niguel, CA, Epic Assistance Care Home III offers assisted living. Dementia care is also provided for those with dementia to ensure they live their golden years comfortably. With round-the-clock care and assistance from an experienced and well-trained team, residents will surely enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle.

A variety of enriching activities and engaging programs are conducted for residents to remain well-connected with their surroundings and active. Delightful and healthy meals are served daily to satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Incontinence care, medication management, and housekeeping are also provided for residents’ comfort and convenience. The community is perfect for those who need additional support in living their day-to-day activities with its dedicated care.

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A Dream Villa

17304 Parthenia St, Sherwood Forest, CA 91325
Overview of A Dream Villa

A Dream Villa Inc. is a passionate residential care community in Sherwood Forest, CA, that offers comprehensive care options. Dedicated to older adults’ welfare, the community promotes a healing environment where they can maintain their independence while receiving exceptional care. Light housekeeping, recreational activities, and personal care are also offered to ensure a maintenance-free living. The community strongly adheres to professional and compassionate care for residents’ welfare.

Light exercises, shopping, and many more leisure activities accompany residents, promoting an active lifestyle and social interactions. With its wide range of services, including non-medical transportation and special diet and meals, residents receive the utmost care for their unique needs. Local amenities and commercial establishments in Sherwood Forest also surround the area, ensuring accessibility and convenience. This residential care community is a good choice for older adults in California seeking high-quality care for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of CalOaks Senior Living

Ideally situated near Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center in Polk Street, Riverside, CA, CalOaks Senior Living is a trusted continuing care community that offers assisted living. The community offers the highest quality of care with a kind and highly trained team attending to residents’ needs 24/7. Here, residents’ needs and preferences are prioritized to ensure their comfort and convenience.

Have fun with a well-thought-of calendar of stimulating activities and enriching programs for leisure and wellness. Delicious and healthy meals are also served daily to meet residents’ tastes and dietary needs. The community also offers incontinence care, medication management, and respite care for residents’ healthcare needs. Make every moment of your best years count while receiving the utmost care and support you deserve.

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Overview of Veneman Care Home I

Lead an independent lifestyle with the support of a reliable care team from Veneman Care Home I, a trusted assisted living community nestled in Modesto, CA. Here, residents enjoy compassionate assistance with daily activities like personal hygiene and medication management in a private and cozy setting. The community designed its accommodations to foster the utmost comfort and safety while being conveniently close to local amenities and entertainment options.

In addition to comprehensive care services, Veneman offers access to various social, educational, and recreational activities tailored to maintaining a high quality of life. Numerous amenities are also available to enhance residents’ living experience further. The community doubles its efforts to keep residents active and healthy throughout their aging journey.

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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.