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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. 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.
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.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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.
Kathleen Care Home
SC
AL
RESC
Diamond Bar
6No 9 D-6318 83.3% Orlando J. Valera, IncPrivate / Shared Rooms
Del Sol Residential Care
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
Moreno Valley
6No 35 C7-2 83.3% Musarrat KhanPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Enchanted Garden for Seniors
SC
AL
San Mateo (Highlands-Baywood Park)
6No 13 D+3119 83.3% Giusto Jr., Jack & Giusto, FerlenePrivate Rooms
Cloverdale Healthcare Center
SC
NH
SNF
Cloverdale (Cherry Creek)
72No 46 A-4-- 77.5% --
Sherwood Oaks Post Acute
SC
HOS
NH
SNF
Thousand Oaks
99No 66 B+--- 95.8% -Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Oxnard Manor Healthcare Center
SC
NH
SNF
Oxnard (Fremont North)
82No 67 B+--- 95.6% -Private / Shared Rooms
North Pointe Care Center
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Fresno
99No 80 A--- 92.3% --
Grand Terrace Health Care Center
SC
NH
SNF
Grand Terrace
59No 67 A+--- 87.3% -Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Cedar Crest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
SC
NH
SNF
Sunnyvale (Sunnyarts)
99No 67 A--- 88.0% -Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Redlands Healthcare Center
SC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Redlands (South Redlands)
78No 26 A--- 94.1% -Private / Shared Rooms
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Kathleen Care Home

1531 Kiowa Crest Dr, Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Overview of Kathleen Care Home

Kathleen Care Home is an exceptional residential care community in Diamond Bar, CA, that offers assisted living. Here, older adults experience the utmost comfort with fully furnished accommodations and a home-like environment. With personalized care, housekeeping, and laundry services, residents can also maintain their independence without hassles. The community’s passion for high-quality living allows residents to live the best of their golden years.

Medication management is available, so residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. With three delicious meals, meal preparation is not a worry. As one of California’s trusted senior living communities, the community is a good choice for older adults seeking a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Del Sol Residential Care

Set amidst the serene area of Moreno Valley, CA, Del Sol Residential Care is a respected senior living community designed to cater to residents in need of assisted living options. The community helps its residents live comfortable lives by offering services, such as assistance with daily living activities, personal care assistance, and companionship. Residents are also offered access to home health care and hospice care through third-party providers, as well as physical and occupational therapy services to help them maintain their optimal mobility.

A brimming calendar of activities are also offered to ensure residents enjoy a vibrant and fulfilling everyday life. Residents never have to worry about meal preparation with delicious and nutritious meals served daily with accommodations for special dietary preferences and needs. Various safety features are also installed in every accommodation to ensure residents are safe and secure.

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Overview of Enchanted Garden for Seniors

Enchanted Garden for Seniors is an inviting assisted living community in San Mateo, CA, that offers personal care. Here, older adults can keep their peace of mind, accompanied by the community’s home-like atmosphere. High-quality services are also offered, including round-the-clock support, household services, and nutritious meals, to maintain residents’ independence with ease. The community also works closely with residents to develop individualized care plans that aim to ease challenges in their later years.

Exercise classes, arts and crafts, and social events allow residents to freely interact with friends and gain meaningful experiences. With thoughtfully furnished rooms and lively gathering areas, residents have a laid-back retirement. The community’s peaceful setting in the residential area of San Mateo ensures residents can rest without hassles. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in California, this assisted living community continuously provides exceptional services for older adults’ well-being.

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Overview of Cloverdale Healthcare Center

Cloverdale Healthcare Center is where residents thrive; they provide quality caregiving for long-term skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build mutual trust that helps with an effective recovery and engaging experience. Families can rest easy knowing their loved ones are in good hands because of the dedicated team of professionals. Cloverdale is ideal for seniors looking for a homelike setting in a nurturing environment.
The nursing home aims to enhance the quality of life for its residents by ensuring that seniors can satisfy their holistic wellness and continue to maintain an active lifestyle. They house state-of-the-art technologies balanced with a comprehensive care plan that helps recover a range of medical conditions– wound care, neurological recovery, lymphedema, and pulmonary programs, as well as physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

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Overview of Sherwood Oaks Post Acute

Sherwood Oaks Post Acute is a highly rated nursing home in Thousand Oaks, CA, offering rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and hospice care. With its supportive and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can keep their peace of mind during their stay. Excellent services, including 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and therapies, are also provided to enrich residents’ quality of life. Through personalized care plans, residents also receive exceptional care tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Chair yoga, games, and fun gatherings provide residents with more opportunities to connect with friends and live actively. An expansive rehabilitation gym, lively common areas, and spacious courtyards also help residents focus on their recovery and wellness. Located near Los Robles Regional Medical Center and other local amenities in Thousand Oaks, the community guarantees easy access to necessities and leisure. This nursing home is a trusted choice for senior living in California, especially with its high standards of care.

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Overview of Oxnard Manor Healthcare Center

Oxnard Manor Healthcare Center is a dedicated community in the harmonious neighborhood of Oxnard, CA, that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community is dedicated to accommodating up to 82 residents with its cozy and specially designed accommodations, alongside top-tier care and support tailored to their needs. With comprehensive care from a compassionate and highly skilled team available 24/7, residents can ease their worries.

Here, residents will not run out of things to do with a variety of fun activities and engaging events for their leisure and wellness. Healthy meals are important for residents’ well-being, so delightful and nutritious meals are served to satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Transportation and social services are also available for residents’ convenience. The community is ideal for those seeking a wide range of care for their needs, especially with its beautifully designed amenities.

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Overview of North Pointe Care Center

North Pointe Care Center provides nursing home care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Fresno, CA. Nursing home and skilled nursing services include licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care provides a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs time away.

North Pointe Care Center may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs supervised care or for a family arranging temporary support. Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation are also available for residents who need care during a recovery period. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to fund care.

The community has 99 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 30 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. A Walk Score of 80 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of Grand Terrace Health Care Center

Ideally set in the harmonious residential area of Mt. Vernon Avenue, Grand Terrace, CA, Grand Terrace Health Care Center is a trusted community that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Residents here enjoy their golden years with a kind and highly trained team providing exceptional care and assistance tailored to their needs 24/7. With 59 cozy and specially designed accommodations, residents receive the utmost attention and care they deserve.

It is important for residents to maintain social connections and live actively, so a jam-packed calendar of stimulating activities and exciting events is conducted to highlight their strengths and interests. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted in the community, easing residents’ financial burdens. The community is ideal for those seeking top-notch care to improve their living experiences in retirement.

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Overview of Cedar Crest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Overlooking the peaceful neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA, Cedar Crest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a respected senior living community that offers excellent skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The community aims to help residents maintain their functional independence by offering an array of services, including daily living assistance, therapy services, and behavioral health programs for those living with mental health disorders. Residents here enjoy cozy and safe accommodations with easy access to care services and amenities.

In addition to individualized care plans, residents are also offered meaningful activity programs for their enrichment and entertainment. Three meals and snacks throughout the day are available to make sure residents’ nutritional needs and cravings are satisfied. A multitude of amenities are also available to ensure residents enjoy utmost comfort and convenience during their stay.

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Overview of Redlands Healthcare Center

Ideally situated near Redlands Community Hospital on West Fern Avenue, Redlands, CA, Redlands Healthcare Center is a distinct community that offers therapy and restorative nursing programs. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, the community provides exceptional care and support 24/7 for their comfort and convenience. Alongside a cozy and nurturing environment, beautifully designed and spacious accommodations are also provided so residents can easily adapt to their surroundings.

Fun activities and enriching programs are also conducted to keep residents active and socially engaged. Healthy meals are important for residents’ wellness, so delightful and nutritious meals are served to satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Find the care you need for a worry-free retirement with the community’s top-notch care and state-of-the-art amenities.

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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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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.