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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. 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. 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.
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.
Oakmont Gardens
SC
AL
IL
Santa Rosa (Oakmont Village Association)
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 103
Rank #931 / 1,645
Yes
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,661 / 2,057
37
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,387
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,417 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
62.0%
Facility 62.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,158 / 1,452
Ffi Oakmont Tenant LLC And Life Care Services LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Citrus Gardens
SC
AL
MC
RC
Hemet
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,045 / 1,645
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 58
Rank #218 / 2,057
56
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,304 / 1,387
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,287 / 1,433
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #652 / 1,507
89.1%
Facility 89.1%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #370 / 1,452
Citrus Gardens Leasing LLC-
Yannica Guest Home II
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
Stockton (Valley Oak)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,582 / 2,057
5-
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,237 / 1,507
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #504 / 1,452
Hermalina, LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Apple Ridge Assisted Living
SC
AL
MC
Sacramento (Arden-Arcade)
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 103
Rank #822 / 1,645
No
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,370 / 2,057
60
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,308 / 1,387
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,404 / 1,433
53
Facility 53
CA AVG 13
Rank #14 / 1,507
83.0%
Facility 83.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #608 / 1,452
Apple Ridge Assisted Living, LLC-
Delzen’s Place
SC
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
RC
Mission Viejo
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,554 / 2,057
3-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
33.3%
Facility 33.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,426 / 1,452
Delzen's Place, LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Downey Christian Home
SC
AL
RC
Downey
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 58
Rank #383 / 2,057
2-
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
Tlt Care Home, LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Serra Highlands Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Daly City (Serramonte)
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #559 / 1,645
Yes
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,180 / 2,057
34
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,083 / 1,387
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,203 / 1,433
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #214 / 1,507
46.7%
Facility 46.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,363 / 1,452
Pacifica Cl Ca LLC, Pacifica Daly 2 LP, And Daly City-
Oakland Heights Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
Oakland (East Lake)
197
Facility 197
CA AVG 103
Rank #174 / 1,645
Yes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 58
Rank #887 / 2,057
93
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,370 / 1,387
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,203 / 1,433
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #605 / 1,507
51.3%
Facility 51.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,297 / 1,452
Pacifica Oakland LLC & LP And Oakland Mgr LLC-
Aegis Living Dana Point
SC
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Dana Point (Capistrano Beach)
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 103
Rank #946 / 1,645
Yes
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 58
Rank #949 / 2,057
10
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
-Camino De Estrella Dana Point LLC & Aegis Senior-
The Waterleaf at Land Park
SC
AL
RESC
Sacramento
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 103
Rank #934 / 1,645
No
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,504 / 2,057
13
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #716 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #292 / 1,507
-Valine Court Senior Care, Inc-

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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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Overview of Citrus Gardens

With Tracy Langendoen serving as administrator, Citrus Gardens is a 64-bed nursing home in Hemet, California, catering to the community for the past 10 years. The community is operated by Citrus Gardens Leasing LLC, situated at 25911 Stanford Street. The location has an 88 Walk Score signifying high walkability, so most daily errands can be done on foot. This accessible neighborhood setting benefits residents and their families in regularly visiting and keeping independence for errands and activities.

Residents have access to an array of on-site amenities tailored to support an active lifestyle. The facility features heated pools for therapeutic and recreational use, a clubhouse for socializing and activities, a fitness center for exercise and wellness programs, and a dog park for pet owners. These offerings built opportunities for residents to stay engaged and healthy and enjoy leisure time.

Families are recommended to contact the facility directly to schedule a tour or ask for more information.

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Overview of Yannica Guest Home II

Yannica Guest Home II is a safe community for residents in Stockton, CA in need of assisted living services. Catering to residents who could benefit from daily living assistance while maintaining their independence, the community provides services like personal care and medication management. The community also offers rehabilitation services and dementia care to ensure those in need of recovery or memory support are given appropriate care.

Residents here are given opportunities to have fun and stay active with plenty of community activities like cultural events, arts & crafts, and gardening offered. Every residence has an emergency response system for quick response during emergencies and needs, giving residents peace of mind. Meals, housekeeping, and laundry services are also offered to let residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle for a wonderful retirement experience.

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Overview of Apple Ridge Assisted Living

Nestled in a charming neighborhood in Sacramento, California, Apple Ridge Assisted Living is a vibrant home that provides a unique and nurturing experience for its residents. It offers delightful services such as serving delicious meals, scheduled transportation, weekly housekeeping, and a beautiful community with landscaped areas and a courtyard featuring walking paths. Providing an active lifestyle, the community caters to assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays, creating an environment that complements the appeal of Sacramento, a truly beautiful city.

Their services encompass spacious apartment options, medication management, an emergency response system, third-party podiatrist visits, and social and recreational exercise programs. The facility takes pride in its personalized approach to everything it offers, ensuring residents benefit from engaging activities like travel, bingo, baking, painting, word games, memory games, and flexibility and balance exercises.

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Overview of Delzen’s Place

Surrounded by convenient local amenities, Delzen’s Place is an astounding community in Vanessa Drive, Mission Vallejo, CA, that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life, the community provides top-tier care and assistance 24/7, alongside cozy private and spacious semi-private accommodations. Residents ease their worries with a compassionate and highly qualified team helping with their needs.

Do the things you love and gain various experiences with a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and stimulating programs. Here, residents do not have to worry about meals with healthy and delicious meals served three times daily to satisfy dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those who want additional support in their later years with its genuine care and friendly environment.

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Overview of Downey Christian Home

A distinct community located near Kaiser Permanente Downey Medical Center, Downey Christian Home offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ welfare, the community provides the highest quality of care and assistance from a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. As a family-owned Christian community, residents live a blissful retirement in a vibrant and friendly setting.

Enriching activities and stimulating programs are conducted for residents to remain socially engaged and active. Meals are important for residents’ wellness, hence, the community provides meal plans that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, health services, respite care, and transportation services are also available for residents’ comfort and convenience. The community is ideal for those who need assistance in living their golden years with its genuine care and cozy spaces.

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Overview of Serra Highlands Senior Living

Sierra Highlands has built its trusted reputation on outstanding customer service that has earned the respect of being a reliable independent living and assisted living home just a few minutes away from San Francisco. They stand strong as one of the quality senior living communities in Daly City that guarantees residents feel at home and like family. Sierra Highlands aims to promote a community that can enhance the quality of life for each resident.
Sierra Highlands services exceptional dining experiences, innovative programs, and educational activities. The staff is committed to enhancing the lives of the residents, so they provide the necessary additional support needed.

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Overview of Oakland Heights Senior Living
Oakland Heights Senior Living is a senior living community located in Oakland, California. It offers a full continuum of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. The community provides a comfortable, home-like setting with various amenities and activities designed to enhance the quality of life for its residents.

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Overview of Aegis Living Dana Point

With Sheila Nazareth serving as administrator, Aegis Living Dana Point is a skilled nursing home in Dana Point, California, operated by Camino De Estrella Dana Point LLC and Aegis Senior. Located at 26922 Camino De Estrella, the community stands in a moderately walkable neighborhood where some errands can be handled on foot, though most trips need a short drive. Having operated for four years, the home is a relatively newer addition to the area and accommodates 76 residents.

The facility is built to handle wide care needs, offering light assisted living and skilled nursing care, so it’s suitable for residents needing medical supervision and hands-on support all day and night. 24-hour staffing exists. The community supports transitional care for those in post-acute recovery. Respite care and day stays are there for families needing short-term support, and hospice services are offered for those at the end of life. Rehabilitation services are a key part of the daily program, reflecting the facility’s focus on helping residents regain function and independence. The emphasis on structured care is paired with attention to daily comfort and life quality. Dining is a highlight, with chef-prepared meals tailored to individual tastes and dietary needs, available throughout the day instead of limited set mealtimes. The home also maintains a spa and hair salon, hydration stations for resident wellness, and private dining options for family gatherings or special occasions.

For families critiquing Aegis Living Dana Point as a care option, this home delivers a blend of skilled medical care, restorative services, and lifestyle amenities in a compact, established community. The walkable neighborhood can be convenient for visiting family, and the array of programs supports short-term rehabilitation and longer-term 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.