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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. 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.
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.
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.
Rosegate
SC
AL
San Leandro
40DNo 30 1851229 92.5% Kati Knox & Associates, Inc. And Rosemont Gardens, Inc-
Ladera Sunrise
SC
AL
Los Angeles (Ladera Heights)
6B+No 32 5--3 83.3% Golden Harvest Care Homes, LLC-
Welcome Home Atascadero
SC
AL
MC
RC
-60A+No-3--1-Welcome Home Atascadero-
Cogir of Folsom Memory Care
SC
MC
Folsom
66B-Yes 14 533364 63.6% Well Ca Wa Tenant LLC And Cogir Management Usa IncPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Northridge Valley Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Northridge
110B-Yes 22 281936 66.4% --
The Groves of Tustin
SC
AL
MC
Tustin
100B+Yes 80 2413511-Csh Tustin Lessee LLC/Specialized Community Health-
Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage
SC
AL
MC
RC
Rancho Mirage
68B+No 37 169222-Vista Cove At Rancho Mirage, Inc-
Vaca Valley Living
SC
AL
MC
RESC
Vacaville
60CNo 22 271368 66.7% Memory Care Vacaville And J & J Senior Care MgtPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Oakmont of San Jose
SC
AL
MC
San Jose (Willow Glen)
92CYes 51 4431164 73.9% Oakmont Sr. Lvng Of San Jose Opco, LLC And Oakmont MgmStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Foothill Village
SC
AL
IL
MC
Angels Camp (Angels)
78C+Yes 14 321755 64.1% Auerbach-Prado Sr. Lvg/Foothill And Red Bench Mgmt LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Rosegate

1345 Clarke Street, San Leandro, CA 94577
Overview of Rosegate

Rosegate provides assisted living in San Leandro, California, with help for daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while each resident lives in their own apartment. Rosegate has 40 beds and opened in 2020. Religious services are available, giving residents the option to participate in those services within the community.

Rosegate may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller community, based on its 40 bed size. The area has a 30 out of 100 Walk Score and is dependent on cars, so most errands require a car or a ride. Belinda Leung serves as administrator, and Kati Knox & Associates and Rosemont Gardens operate the community.

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Ladera Sunrise

5551 S Corning Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90056
Overview of Ladera Sunrise

Ladera Sunrise is an outstanding community in Los Angeles, CA, that offers assisted living. Promoting a home-like environment, the community has fully furnished accommodations designed for residents’ comfort and familiarity. Medication management and personal care are also provided for older adults’ well-being. The community’s compassionate care ensures residents experience high-quality living in their later years.

Here, older adults can freely interact with their surroundings, accompanied by a variety of engaging programs and fun activities. There’s also no need to worry about meal preparation, as three well-balanced meals are served daily. With its personalized care and accessible amenities, the community strives to help residents live to their potential in retirement.

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Overview of Welcome Home Atascadero

Welcome Home Atascadero provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing and grooming, while memory care offers a supervised setting for residents with memory challenges. Respite care provides a short term stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs time away, making the community a potential fit for families whose care needs may change or whose caregiver needs temporary support.

The community has 60 beds, with private and shared living units. A private unit provides a single living space, while a shared unit may suit someone who prefers to live with a companion. Jessica Guerrero serves as the administrator. Residents can use the salon and on site beautician services, spend time in the gardens, or walk along the property’s paths, while rehabilitation services support those who need therapy. Customized meal plans accommodate gluten free, low sodium, diabetes friendly, and other specialized diets, and additional services include pet therapy, visiting physicians, podiatry, diabetes management, and scheduled transportation.

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Overview of Cogir of Folsom Memory Care

Specializing in memory care, Cogir of Folsom Memory Care is a one-of-a-kind senior living community set in the serene neighborhood of East Natoma Street, Folsom, CA. The community ensures individuals with dementia live their lives to the fullest with intricate and sophisticated private and semi-private suites. Utilizing an innovative approach, the community delivers top-tier care and support around the clock for seniors to enjoy their independence while retaining their dignity.

Carefully curated activities and learning programs are conducted to stimulate seniors’ well-being. With large windows and creative walls, residents have the freedom to choose how to about their day. Delicious and healthy meals are served to cater to nutritional needs and tastes. Cogir of Folsom Memory Care is dedicated to providing seniors with individualized care plans to ensure they are well-cared for, as their journey is surrounded by serenity and warmth.

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Overview of Northridge Valley Senior Living

Northridge Valley Senior Living offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Northridge, CA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living supports daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care types share one campus. That can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to a different care level can happen without leaving the community. Northridge Valley Senior Living has 110 beds, and Benedict Pak serves as administrator. Pacifica Somerfield and Northridge Sl Mgr operate the community.

A full service beauty salon provides salon services on site, while gardens offer outdoor space. Restaurant style dining includes chef prepared meals in a dining room, and daily activities include ice cream socials, bingo, art projects, trivia, and happy hour. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet when moving in.

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Overview of The Groves of Tustin

The Groves of Tustin offers assisted living and memory care in Tustin, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level of care can happen without leaving the community.

The community has 100 beds. Residents can use rehabilitation services, a salon or spa, a library and patio, along with chef prepared meals that emphasize variety, quality and resident preferences. Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet while living there, and wheelchair accessibility supports residents who use wheelchairs in navigating the available spaces.

A Walk Score of 80 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops and services independently. Wendy Cruz serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by Csh Tustin Lessee/Specialized Community Health.

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Overview of Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage

Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Rancho Mirage, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident remains in their own living space. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for people with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, or other forms of dementia, making the community a possible fit for someone who needs that level of support. Respite care provides a short stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers.

Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage opened in 2003. There are 68 beds. Private and companion rooms give residents the choice of an individual room or a shared room arrangement. The community occupies 2.2 acres, with secure garden paths and outdoor areas that give residents a defined place to walk and spend time outside.

Activities include the Life Enrichment Activity Program, known as LEAP, and the Namaste Program, providing structured programming within the community. A salon or spa is available, allowing residents to access those services without leaving the community. Patrick McAdoo-Morton serves as the administrator, and the area has a Walk Score of 37 out of 100, making it car dependent, with most errands requiring a car or a ride.

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Overview of Vaca Valley Living

Vaca Valley Living is a premier residential assisted living community located in the serene city of Vacaville, California, dedicated to providing a picturesque and comfortable environment for seniors with age-related cognitive impairment. Specializing in memory care, this exceptional home offers personalized assistance and support, ensuring residents feel truly at ease in their residential setting. The immaculate facility is meticulously maintained, offering a clean and inviting space for residents to thrive. The highly trained and compassionate staff members are always available, providing around-the-clock care and personalized attention.

In addition to comprehensive care, the home offers an array of amenities to enhance the living experience. Residents have access to an on-site salon, staffed by licensed beauticians, where they can indulge in self-care and grooming. Assistance with daily living activities is readily provided, ensuring that residents can maintain their independence while receiving the support they need. One notable feature of Vaca Valley Living is its commitment to creating an engaging and enriching environment. The community is designed to stimulate the senses and promote cognitive well-being. From interactive walls to engaging activities, residents are encouraged to participate and thrive.

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Oakmont of San Jose

917 Thornton Way, San Jose, CA 95128
Overview of Oakmont of San Jose

Oakmont of San Jose provides assisted living and memory care in San Jose, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to live in a private apartment, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since care can continue within the community. The community is in the Willow Glen neighborhood.

Housing options include studios, suites, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences; a studio provides one private living space, while a two-bedroom can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet. Caregiver Support is available for families involved in a resident’s care, and the administrator is Kippie Castronovo. A Walk Score of 51 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby tasks independently.

Contact Oakmont of San Jose

Foothill Village

1400 Foothill Village Drive, Angels Camp, CA 95222
Overview of Foothill Village

Enveloped by a blanket of lush nature and mature trees in Foothill Village Drive, Angels Camp, CA, Foothill Village is an idyllic senior living community that features assisted living, memory care, and transitions neighborhood. The community strives to provide a haven for relaxation and convenience with a variety of cozy and elegant floor plans ranging from studio to two-bedroom apartments. Foothill Village proudly presents a team of compassionate and highly qualified professionals dedicated to helping seniors enjoy their golden years without worries.

Meet new friends and lead a meaningful life with enriching activities and fun programs. With its commitment to residents’ well-being, the community serves freshly prepared meals for a delightful dining experience. Foothill Village is ideal for seniors aiming to make the most of their best years with its picturesque landscapes and serene setting.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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 Communities 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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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 2076 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.