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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2,083 senior communities 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 / 1648
No
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 57
Rank #1470 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1399
12
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #441 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #92 / 1494
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 / 1648
No
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 57
Rank #43 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1399
83-
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #123 / 1494
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 / 1648
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 57
Rank #218 / 2087
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #730 / 1399
29
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1056 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #184 / 1494
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 / 1648
No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #416 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1399
20
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #336 / 1494
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 #561 / 1648
No
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 57
Rank #1715 / 2087
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #630 / 1399
22
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #884 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #217 / 1494
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 #1057 / 1648
No
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 57
Rank #1841 / 2087
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1399
7
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1160
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #430 / 1494
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 / 1648
No
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 57
Rank #1343 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1399
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1160
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #92 / 1494
85.2% A+Covenant Living West-
Canterbury Woods
SC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Pacific Grove
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 104
Rank #180 / 1648
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 57
Rank #383 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1399
9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 13
Rank #34 / 1494
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 #1013 / 1648
No
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 57
Rank #1941 / 2087
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 81
Rank #308 / 1399
17
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1108 / 1494
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 / 1648
Yes
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1155 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1399
4
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1160
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #108 / 1494
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 #1116 / 1648
Yes
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 57
Rank #171 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1399
7
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #614 / 1494
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 / 1648
Yes
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 57
Rank #1821 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1399
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #82 / 1494
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 / 1648
No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 57
Rank #1240 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1399
12
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #159 / 1494
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 / 1648
Yes
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 57
Rank #1793 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1399
14
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #38 / 1494
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 / 1648
Yes
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 57
Rank #1921 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1399
13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #650 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1160
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #45 / 1494
0A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Overview of The Vistas at Oxnard Senior Living

Retire in a beautiful and maintenance-free environment in The Vistas at Oxnard Senior Living, an excellent community in Oxnard, CA, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Their kind and capable team of care experts are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to ensure residents’ emergencies, concerns, and issues are addressed immediately. With daily living assistance, personal care, and housekeeping services, residents can say goodbye to tedious chores and focus on living their best lives.

They also have an array of fun social activities, fitness initiatives, and wellness programs to ensure residents have plenty of opportunities to maintain their overall well-being. Healthy and nourishing meals are also available to help residents maintain their energy levels throughout the day. The Vistas at Oxnard Senior Living continuously go above and beyond in creating a vibrant and nurturing environment that fosters comfort and exceptional care.

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Overview of Oakmont Gardens

Beautifully surrounded by serene green spaces in Santa Rosa, CA, Oakmont Gardens is a blissful retreat that offers independent living and assisted living. The community has beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents also receive the highest quality of care with a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7.

A carefully curated calendar of exciting events and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delicious and healthy meals are also served in multiple dining venues to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, incontinence care, and transportation services are also provided for residents’ convenience and safety. This pet-friendly community is great for those looking to spend their golden years happily.

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Halcyon Place I

6947 Kirkwood Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701
Overview of Halcyon Place I

Rancho Cucamonga, California is home to Halcyon Place I, a six-bed residential care property operating on a single level on Kirkwood Avenue. This flat architectural setup cuts out the need to manage stairs or elevators, creating an easily accessible living space for older adults who use walkers or wheelchairs. The home has provided local senior care for 12 years and features a mix of private and semi-private rooms, currently running at an 83 percent occupancy rate.

The neighborhood around the property scores a 50 out of 100 for walkability, meaning visitors can easily walk to a few local shops, though major errands require a car. Inside the house, owner and facility administrator Marya Alpert, RN, personally oversees a team of licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants who provide round-the-clock monitoring and hands-on help.

Residents have access to an on-site garden, routine housekeeping, and beauty services, and the home’s pet-friendly policy allows individuals to bring companion animals. State regulatory reviews have historically focused on medication documentation and dispensing logs, while a separate complaint investigation cleared the staff of all allegations.

Families can call the administrative desk to see if there are any open beds and discuss specific physical or memory care needs.

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Overview of Desert Cottages II

Conveniently set along Himalaya Drive, Indio, CA, Desert Cottages II is a unique community that offers dementia and Alzheimer’s care. Hospice care, transitioning program, and respite care is also provided to meet residents’ special needs. A compassionate and well-trained team delivers the utmost care and assistance 24/7 for residents to enjoy a worry-free lifestyle.

The community also conducts personalized exercise programs to improve their well-being. Heart-healthy and delicious meals are served for residents dietary needs and preferences. Incontinence management, medication management, medication-use reduction, and high acute care are also provided for residents’ convenience. Cherish every moment of your later years and live happily with the community’s friendly vibe.

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Overview of Cottonwood Canyon Healthcare Center

An assisted living-inspired skilled nursing and rehabilitation home in El Cajon, Cottonwood Canyon Healthcare Center, delivered with an assisted living services approach.  The nursing home is committed to providing its residents with a safe, well-balanced, and healing journey through the exceptional care delivered by its patient-friendly staff. Cottonwood Canyon can be trusted as a facility that cares for every senior’s needs.

Cottonwood Canyon’s services and amenities include activities and programs that promote a continuum of growth and meaningful experiences that boost their recovery period. These include 24/7 nursing supervision and care,  weekly housekeeping and laundry, outings and activities, daily delicious and nutritious meals, and specialized programs.

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Overview of St. Vincent Health Care

St. Vincent Health Center is a large nursing home in Pasadena, CA, offering skilled nursing care to its residents. Their residents receive 24/7 skilled nursing care, medication management and administration assistance, as well as assistance with toileting, bathing, dining, and transferring, and other daily living activities.
To ensure the residents health and safety, they are provided individualized meals prepared with consideration to their dietary needs and restrictions. Housekeeping and linen services keeps the environment sanitized and safe for everybody to move about in, and regular physical fitness activities help the residents boost their mobility skills, helping them both literally and figuratively to get back on their feet.

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Overview of Willow Creek Healthcare Center

Nestled in Clovis, California, Willow Creek Healthcare Center provides a welcoming and secure environment, ensuring seniors receive top-notch skilled nursing home care. Strategically located off N. Willow Ave., the facility offers convenient accessibility, creating a hassle-free experience for residents and their families. Willow Creek stands out with its state-of-the-art and spacious rehab gym, providing cutting-edge rehabilitation services to support residents on their journey to better health.

In addition to the skilled nursing services, the facility boasts inviting outdoor spaces, including courtyards and common areas, fostering a perfect setting for socialization and community engagement. Willow Creek Healthcare Center is not just a skilled nursing facility. It’s a well-designed space that meets senior living standards and nursing home requirements, offering seniors a thoughtful and comprehensive option for their healthcare needs.

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Overview of Windsor Care Center of Sacramento

Windsor Care Center of Sacramento sits in North Sacramento. It has 128 beds and has been open for 28 years. Right now, 97.7% of those beds are full.

The Walk Score here is 60. That’s moderately walkable. You can handle some errands on foot, but you’ll still need a car for most trips.

Memory care is the heart of this place. Staff provide secured nursing care for residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Nurses also manage diabetes care. That means checking blood sugar, giving insulin, and walking families through what to expect.

Physical, occupational, and speech therapists work with the rehab team to help residents dealing with memory loss. Staff also help with everyday things like eating, bathing, dressing, and moving around safely.

Nursing care adds up to about six hours and 44 minutes per resident each day. Nurse aides alone provide four hours and 35 minutes of that time.

The facility takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Visitors can drop by any day of the week. There’s no set schedule to plan around.

Windsor Care Center comes across as a long-running, nearly full nursing home built around memory care. The staffing numbers and the clinical details, diabetes care, therapy support, help with daily living, back up that focus instead of just claiming it.

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Overview of Olympia Convalescent Hospital

Serving the Korean community in Los Angeles, CA, Olympia Convalescent Hospital is a distinct community that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. A respectful and well-trained team provides the highest quality of care around the clock to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted in the community to ease financial burdens.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and stimulating programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delightful Korean cuisine with well-balanced dining options is served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Physical, occupational, and speech therapies are also provided to enhance residents’ living experiences. With its specialized Korean program, the community promotes a culturally welcoming environment for residents to flourish in retirement.

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Devonshire Oaks Nursing Center

3635 Jefferson Ave, Redwood City, CA 94062
Overview of Devonshire Oaks Nursing Center

Devonshire Oaks Nursing Center is a dedicated nursing home in Redwood City, CA, that offers nursing care, rehabilitation services, long-term care, and social services. This Medicare and Medicaid-certified community has an interdisciplinary team that aims to keep older adults comfortable and safe. Therapy services, medication management, and pain management are among the community’s exceptional services, designed to meet residents’ healthcare needs. The community also strives to promote a friendly and supportive environment where residents can feel at ease.

With three nutritious meals daily, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their nutritional needs. Fun activities and social engagement are also in place, so residents will not feel lonely during their stay. The community’s ideal location in the heart of the San Francisco Peninsula allows residents to experience a laid-back retirement surrounded by lush trees and scenic views. As one of the trusted nursing homes in California, the community continuously provides high-quality services for older adults. Tours are also available by appointment from Monday to Friday, from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M.

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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.