Page 141 of Best Senior Communities in California

Overview of The Forum at Rancho San Antonio

The Forum at Rancho San Antonio is a continuing care retirement community in Cupertino, California, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since multiple types of support are available within one community. There are 817 beds. That makes this a large setting, with more residents, staff and usually programming than a smaller community.

Housing includes apartment homes and villas with one and two bedroom layouts. A two bedroom home can suit a couple moving together, while a one bedroom layout provides a separate bedroom for one resident. Pets are allowed, and a dog park gives residents with dogs a designated outdoor area.

A pool and fitness center provide options for exercise, while the art studio and woodworking shop support hands on activities. Rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of recovery or maintaining function. These features may make the community a good fit for someone seeking different levels of care, activity options and a pet friendly setting.

Payment options are Medicare and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means the resident or family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 5h 52m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Rosalie B Zbasnik-Hulog serves as the administrator.

Guardian Rehabilitation Hospital provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Los Angeles, CA. Licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock, making it suitable for someone who needs ongoing nursing care rather than help with daily tasks alone.

The home has 93 beds and is 91% occupied, so most beds are filled while some capacity remains. Private and shared rooms are available: a private room suits someone who wants a room alone, while a shared room suits someone comfortable living with a roommate. Families can use Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay, with private pay meaning the resident or family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 39 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing staff time allocated to each resident.

Orange Healthcare & Wellness Center is a nursing home in Orange, CA, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community strives to keep older adults comfortable and safe in a clean and nurturing setting. Nutritious meals, transportation, and 24-hour care are among the high-quality services dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life. Alongside a wide range of specialized care, the community also works closely with residents to provide the best possible care tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Group outings, live entertainment, and games foster interactions and encourage residents to live actively. Residents can also relax and talk to friends in the spacious outdoors and lively gathering areas. CHOC Hospital – Orange, restaurants, shops, and bus stops are also located nearby, providing residents with quick access to their necessities and leisure. As one of the trusted options for senior living in California, this nursing home continuously provides high standards of care to help older adults thrive in retirement.

Overview of Solheim Senior Community

Solheim Senior Community, located in Los Angeles, California, has been offering a fulfilling life to seniors since 1923. With a range of care services, including memory care, skilled nursing, residential living, and assisted living, Solheim dedicates itself to providing seniors with the highest quality of care and support possible.

The community is a vibrant and active one, with a wellness center staffed by a full-time coordinator, offering residents a variety of activities and programs to keep them engaged and healthy. Solheim’s common areas are a hub of activity, with plenty of space to socialize and connect with others. The staff ensures that residents’ housekeeping and laundry needs are taken care of, and state-of-the-art security cameras and safety fire systems ensure their safety and security 24/7.

Alameda Care Center provides nursing home, memory care, and skilled nursing in Burbank, CA. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. The combination may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a supervised setting alongside nursing care.

The center has 89 beds and is 97% occupied, meaning nearly all beds are currently in use. Private and semi-private rooms are available, so residents can have an individual room or share a room. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 38 minutes per resident each day, representing that amount of daily nurse time allocated per resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can apply to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay allows families to pay directly. An 82 out of 100 Walk Score places the area in the very walkable range, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, pharmacies, or cafes independently.

Brier Oak on Sunset provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Los Angeles, including the East Hollywood neighborhood. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing nursing care. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident lives in a private room. Independent living offers private living without daily care, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having several care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because moving to a different level of care does not require leaving the community. Private rooms provide a single person living space, while semi private rooms allow two residents to share a room. The community has 159 beds, allowing for more residents, staff, and programming within the community. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover care.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 29 minutes per resident per day. That represents the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. A Walk Score of 93 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Overview of Westchester Villa

Westchester Villa offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Inglewood, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident maintains an apartment, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia or at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between care levels can happen without leaving Westchester Villa.

The community has 174 beds. Transportation is available to medical appointments within 7 miles, giving residents an option for qualifying visits, and the Short Stay program provides a temporary residential arrangement.

Evangeline Agatep serves as administrator, and Americare Group operates the community.

Overview of Aegis Assisted Living at Shadowridge

Aegis Assisted Living at Shadowridge provides assisted living in Oceanside, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while a resident maintains an apartment or other personal living space. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs this support and wants a studio, one bedroom or companion housing. There are 95 beds in all.

Studios, one bedroom units and companion options are available. The starting price for assisted living is $3,900, giving families an initial figure for monthly budgeting at this care level. Lance Shenk serves as the administrator. The home offers several housing choices.

A Walk Score of 41 / 100 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Transportation is available for residents who need help getting around. Inside the community, residents can use courtyards, walking paths, butterfly and herb gardens, and outdoor lounges. On site therapy and rehabilitation services allow residents to receive therapy within the community rather than arranging transportation elsewhere.

Chef prepared, all day dining is available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with special diet options and private dining. More than 200 monthly activities include gardening, art, music, movie nights, walking club, TED Talks and outings, giving residents scheduled activities to attend throughout the month. Respite care is available for short stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. Pets are allowed for residents who want to bring a pet.

Share This Listing

Starting Price $3,900/Month Pricing updated on March 5th, 2026

Overview of Savant of Tarzana

Savant of Tarzana offers assisted living and memory care in Tarzana, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Savant of Tarzana may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, since assisted living and memory care allow a change in care level without leaving the community or starting over socially. The community has 176 beds, placing it in a larger setting with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. The starting price is $3,600, giving families a base figure for initial budgeting.

Chef-prepared meals with evolving menu options are available, and special diets can accommodate residents with dietary requirements. Walking paths and gardening spaces provide outdoor areas for walks and gardening, while a salon, fitness classes, fitness center, movie theater, and music lounge offer on-site options for grooming, exercise, and entertainment. Scheduled transportation is also available for planned trips.

A Walk Score of 74 places the area in the very walkable band, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Narine Mertkhanyan serves as the administrator, and Summit Tarzana Operations operates the community.

Share This Listing

Starting Price $3,600/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Rosecrans Villa Residential Care provides assisted living and residential care in Hawthorne, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident lives in the community, and residential care includes room and board. With both care types available, Rosecrans Villa Residential Care may be a good fit for someone who needs daily living support in a residential setting.

The home has 135 beds. Shared rooms can suit a resident who wants a companion, while private rooms provide a single living space. Medicaid is accepted, which matters when a family’s savings may not cover a long stay.

Sandra Lopez serves as administrator, and Rosecrans Villa operates the community. A Walk Score of 50 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain nearby destinations independently. Residents have access to a pool, private garden and smoking patio, along with scheduled bingo, casino nights, movie nights and coffee socials; 24 hour awake staff remain on duty overnight as well as during the day.