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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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.
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.
Pasadena Nursing Center
SC
ADC
NH
RC
SNF
Pasadena (North Central)
108C-No 64 9784418 75.0% Gardena Retirement Center, Inc-
Height Street Skilled Care
SC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Bakersfield
99B-No 73 25--56 89.9% --
Crestview Manor
SC
AL
HOS
Escondido (East Canyon)
38ANo-2--1-Crestview Manor Inc & Bear Lake Holdings LLC-
Kensington Place Redwood City
SC
MC
-67A-Yes 86 1551----
Magnolia Court
SC
IL
Vacaville
146C+No 3 5533137 63.0% Fsl Magnolia Court LLC And Fields Senior Living LLC-
The Seville of San Clemente
SC
AL
MC
San Clemente
130C-Yes 5 171142 53.8% Hsbt San Clemente LLC And Momentum Senior Living LLC-
Downey Retirement Center
SC
AL
MC
RESC
RC
-252CNo 83 51411110-Brookshire Partners-
The Vistas at Oxnard Senior Living
SC
AL
MC
RC
Oxnard (Owl Mobile Manor)
100D-Yes 53 11487458 42.0% Pacifica L 32 LLC And Oxnard Vista Senior Living LLCPrivate / Companion Suites / Studio Apartments
Healdsburg Senior Living
SC
AL
MC
Healdsburg
82DYes 55 4013173 45.1% Pacifica Sl Grove St LP And Brightwater Sr. Lvg Grp LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Glen Park at Valley Village
SC
AL
MC
NH
RESC
RC
Valley Village
100DYes 84 82562225 48.0% Glen Park At Valley Village-
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Overview of Pasadena Nursing Center

Pasadena Nursing Center, located in Pasadena, CA, is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility providing a range of services from rehabilitation, a variety of therapy services, adult care, psychiatric care, respite care, and skilled nursing services. Their convalescent home provides residents with 24/7 skilled nursing care, wound and pain management, medication management and administration assistance, as well as assistance with daily living activities and mobility.
This skilled nursing center boasts of their quality care as well as amenities and non-medical related services; from meal provisions to physical fitness programs, the residents are well taken care of until they feel better or good enough to start living independently again.

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Overview of Height Street Skilled Care

Set amidst the serene neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA, Height Street Skilled Care is a peaceful senior living community designed to cater to residents who are recovering from illness or hospitalization. The community provides residents a safe healing environment with access to an array of services, including skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation and long term care. A compassionate and reliable care and security team is always available to make sure residents are comfortable and secure as they go through their recovery process.

At Height Street Skilled Care, they only employ highly-trusted and skilled employees to make sure residents are provided with excellent services. Residents’ wishes and preferences are also carefully considered when creating their care plans to ensure their usual interests and routines are incorporated into their recovery journey. With extensive services and a home-like atmosphere, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a speedy recovery.

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Overview of Crestview Manor

Crestview Manor provides assisted living and hospice care in Escondido, California, in the East Canyon neighborhood. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space.

Hospice care focuses on comfort and quality of life for someone approaching the end of life, so the two care types may make Crestview Manor a good fit for a resident who needs daily assistance or end of life support. With 38 beds, the community has a smaller setting where staff and residents may get to know each other; transportation is also available, giving residents a way to travel without arranging every trip themselves. Audra Bristol serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Kensington Place Redwood City

Kensington Place Redwood City is a memory care community in Redwood City, with a secured setting and supervision for residents who may be at risk of wandering. It may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs that level of support.

The community has 67 beds, giving families a clear sense of its available residential capacity without implying a particular community size. Respite care allows for a short stay, which can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover, while temporary rehabilitation provides a setting for short-term rehabilitation needs.

A Walk Score of 86 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby shops, pharmacies or cafes independently. Pets are allowed, which means a resident may be able to continue living with a pet at the community.

Kensington Place Redwood City opened in 2015 and is administered by April Vargas. State inspections have reviewed the community’s routine care and safety standards.

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Overview of Magnolia Court

One-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom, and Carriage House: those are the available accommodation layouts at Magnolia Court in Vacaville, California. This is independent living, which means a door that locks and no daily care is attached to the rent. Nobody builds a schedule for the resident.

Starting Prices run from $1,575 to $2,317 a month, which gives a family a real number to plan for the first year around. The community holds 146 beds.

A pool, picnic areas, and playgrounds sit outside, and the playgrounds matter on the weekend a grandchild visits. A pet wash station is on the amenity list as well.

Kristine Hiquiana administers the community. FSL Magnolia Court and Fields Senior Living stand behind the operation day-to-day.

Starting Price $1,575 - $2,317/Month

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Overview of The Seville of San Clemente

The Seville of San Clemente provides assisted living and memory care in San Clemente, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident retains a private living space. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With both care levels available, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time.

The community has 130 beds, giving families a clear measure of its residential capacity. Around-the-clock staffing means assistance and supervision are available throughout the day and night. Dyan Summerell serves as administrator, and Hsbt San Clemente and Momentum Senior Living operate the community. Restaurant-style dining with chef-prepared meals gives residents a dedicated setting for meals prepared by a chef.

Outdoor time is available. Secure access to outdoor spaces lets residents spend time outside within an access-controlled area. Pets are allowed for residents who want to keep a companion animal with them.

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Overview of Downey Retirement Center

Downey Retirement Center is an assisted living, memory care, residential care and respite care community in Downey, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Residential care offers ongoing support in a residential setting, and respite care gives a family caregiver a short-term option when they need time to travel or recover.

With 252 beds, Downey Retirement Center is a larger community with more residents, staff and programming. Private rooms give residents an individual living space, while semi-private rooms provide shared living. The salon, courtyards and gardens, music classes, arts and crafts, and exercise classes offer different ways to manage personal care, spend time outdoors and take part in structured activities.

Rehabilitation services are available at the community, and in-house transportation or chauffeur service can help with travel to medical appointments. The area has a Walk Score of 83, making it very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Brandie Mendibles serves as administrator, and Brookshire Partners operates the community. The combination of multiple care levels and respite care may suit a resident whose needs could change over time or a family caregiver who needs a temporary care arrangement.

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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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Healdsburg Senior Living

725 Grove St, Healdsburg, CA 95448
Overview of Healdsburg Senior Living

A proud Aura Living community member, Healdsburg offers a luxurious environment that creates a lifestyle filled with endless possibilities for seniors to discover. The assisted living and memory care home redefines luxury living that make a comfortable and secure environment for residents to thrive. The residential lifestyle is focused on relaxation, enjoyment, and peaceful living. Healdsburg is a vibrant community that encourages residents to thrive independently, flourish actively, and live purposefully.

The Aura Collection difference boasts its commitment to delivering quality care and service for each individual to be enriched and engaged during their stay. Accommodations comprise delightful amenities and services such as housekeeping, laundry, engaging programs, social events, recreational activities, fitness classes, gourmet meals at the restaurant-style dining hall, beautifully furnished apartments, and an in-home emergency call pendant.

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Glen Park at Valley Village

5527 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Valley Village, CA 91607
Overview of Glen Park at Valley Village

Operating for 25 years, Glen Park at Valley Village is a 100-bed assisted living community on Laurel Canyon Boulevard in Valley Village, a neighborhood with solid walkability (Walk Score 84). The facility, administered by Virginia Sumulong, currently operates at roughly 48 percent occupancy.

The community’s location in Valley Village places it in an area where most errands are walkable, making it convenient for residents and visiting family members. The facility’s long operational history reflects its proven presence in the local senior care landscape.

Over the past several years, state inspections have shown a complex compliance record. While some inspections have seen adherence to regulations spanning infection control and emergency preparedness, the facility has also faced substantiated findings regarding supervision procedures and notification requirements. Compliance issues documented in investigations have included specific areas of personal rights, medication management, and incident reporting protocols, though some allegations have been found unsubstantiated.

To understand the facility’s current operational standards and address any concerns about past findings, families considering Glen Park at Valley Village must conduct a thorough tour and review current compliance documentation.

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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.