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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2,083 senior communities in CA using CA Dept. 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: 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. 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. 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. 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.
Palms Retirement Center
SC
AL
MC
RESC
Fullerton
144
Facility 144
CA AVG 103
Rank #399 / 1,645
No
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 58
Rank #356 / 2,057
45
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,236 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
72.2%
Facility 72.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #873 / 1,452
Palms Retirement Center Inc-
The Chalet
SC
AL
Orangevale
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,195 / 1,645
No
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 58
Rank #673 / 2,057
27
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #992 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #776 / 1,507
58.5%
Facility 58.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,218 / 1,452
Orangevale Senior Living LLC-
Tice Valley Post Acute
SC
NH
SNF
Walnut Creek (Rossmoor)
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #559 / 1,645
No
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,086 / 2,057
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97.1%
Facility 97.1%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #173 / 1,452
-Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Escondido Post Acute Rehab
SC
NH
SNF
Escondido
180
Facility 180
CA AVG 103
Rank #209 / 1,645
No
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 58
Rank #701 / 2,057
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96.3%
Facility 96.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #185 / 1,452
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University Post-Acute Rehab
SC
MC
NH
SNF
Sacramento (Southeastern Sacramento)
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,085 / 1,645
No
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 58
Rank #767 / 2,057
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92.9%
Facility 92.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #271 / 1,452
-Private / Semi-private Rooms
Cedar Crest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
SC
NH
SNF
Sunnyvale (Sunnyarts)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 103
Rank #724 / 1,645
No
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 58
Rank #829 / 2,057
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88.0%
Facility 88.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #401 / 1,452
-Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Knolls West Assisted Living
SC
AL
NH
SNF
Victorville
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,045 / 1,645
No
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,718 / 2,057
17
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #809 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #605 / 1,507
-Knolls West Assisted Living LLC-
Olympia Convalescent Hospital
SC
NH
SNF
Los Angeles (Pico-Union)
135
Facility 135
CA AVG 103
Rank #460 / 1,645
No
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 58
Rank #66 / 2,057
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95.2%
Facility 95.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #215 / 1,452
-Semi-Private Rooms
Cottages at Hemet
SC
AL
Hemet
110
Facility 110
CA AVG 103
Rank #640 / 1,645
No
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 58
Rank #980 / 2,057
48
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,248 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
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Westchester Villa
SC
AL
IL
MC
Inglewood
174
Facility 174
CA AVG 103
Rank #247 / 1,645
No
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,950 / 2,057
10
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #424 / 1,507
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Overview of Arrowhead Springs Healthcare Center

Enjoy a worry-free retirement with Arrowhead Springs Healthcare Center, a distinct community in San Bernardino, CA, that offers long-term care and short-term rehabilitation. Here, residents experience the highest quality of care and support based on their needs and preferences with a compassionate and highly trained team available around the clock. The community also accepts Medicare and Medicaid to help ease residents’ financial challenges.

Aside from their healthcare needs, the community also strives to keep residents happy and socially engaged with a carefully curated calendar of fun activities and enriching programs. With innovative and state-of-the-art approaches, residents can keep peace of mind and live comfortably in their golden years. The community is ideal for those who need supplementary care, especially with its dedicated services and nurturing environment.

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Overview of American River Center

American River Center is an award-winning nursing home in Carmichael, CA, offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and hemodialysis. Promoting a warm and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can feel at ease during their stay. 24-hour care, recreational activities, and therapies are also offered to improve residents’ quality of life. The community also strives to meet residents’ needs and preferences through individualized care plans.

Light exercises, social events, and a variety of recreational activities provide residents with more opportunities to explore and have fun. State-of-the-art rehabilitation gym and cozy gathering areas are also dedicated to residents’ wellness and relaxation. Residents also experience a laid-back retirement, as it is peacefully nestled in the serene residential area of Carmichael. This nursing home is a great choice for senior living in California, as it has exceptional services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Evergreen Life Care Homes

Evergreen Life Care Homes is a highly reliable senior care provider boasting three exceptional residential homes: Northwest Villa, Château Jesadean, and Evergreen Court. Offering a range of services, including assisted living, memory care, palliative care, short-term stays, hospice care, diabetes care, and more, their commitment is to ensure seniors receive top-notch care and attention.

Located in Fresno, California, their residential homes provide not only comprehensive services but also modern amenities, creating a comfortable and vibrant environment. With a hands-on management approach, Evergreen Life Care Homes stands out for its professional team that treats residents like family. The homes offer a smooth transition for residents and their families, fostering a sense of community, warmth, and an ideal and cherished residence to spend the golden years in.

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Overview of Golden Years Residential Care Home
Golden Years Residential Care is a memory care facility located in Las Vegas, NV. It provides expert support for Alzheimer's and various forms of dementia, ensuring personalized care and dignity for residents. The facility is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for seniors.

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Overview of Country View Assisted Living

Country View Assisted Living is a 25-bed care home located on West Center Street in Provo, Utah. This single-story building features private rooms for seniors who prefer an intimate residential setting rather than a massive complex. The facility provides long-term assisted living alongside short-term respite care, with certified nursing assistants on-site around the clock, backed by a registered nurse who remains on call.

The house features restaurant-style dining options, a dedicated fitness room, an entertainment space, and an on-site hair salon. Daily services include building maintenance, housekeeping, linen laundry, and consultation services with contracted pharmacy and dietary specialists.

The surrounding area is car-dependent, meaning visitors and residents will generally need a vehicle for standard errands, but the property sits close to downtown Provo with straightforward highway access. State oversight records indicate that past inspections have cited the property for issues concerning facility operations, emergency preparedness plans, and staffing credentials.

Families can schedule an appointment to walk through the single-story layout and meet the caregivers. Visiting the campus provides an opportunity to see the room options firsthand, review the daily activity schedules, and ask the administration how they manage their staffing and safety protocols.

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Overview of Palms Retirement Center

Palms Retirement Center is a 144-bed assisted living and memory care community offering respite care, a dedicated dementia unit, transportation assistance, and social service support at 312 N Roosevelt Avenue in Fullerton, California. operated by Palms Retirement Center Inc under administrator Khatera Bahadory, the community serves Orange County residents. The community has been licensed since 2022.

The inspection record falls below California average. Since licensing, the facility has logged 21 complaints against a California average of 14, 4.2 per year versus a state average of 2.8, generating 28 complaint visits compared to a state average of 13. Total citations stand at 13 against a California average of 10, with citations per routine inspection at 0.3 versus a 3.3 state average. No serious citations appear on record. The latest inspection was April 2026.

Special dietary preparation is accommodated. The dementia unit serves residents with Alzheimer’s disease and related conditions within the larger assisted living campus.

Palms Retirement Center fits older adults in Fullerton seeking assisted living or dementia care in a large, newer community where a dedicated dementia unit and a walkable central Orange County location serve residents across the care spectrum.

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The Chalet

6487 Main Street, Orangevale, CA 95662
Overview of The Chalet

The Chalet Restaurant is located in Spokane, WA. It offers a cozy escape with a menu featuring comfort food. The restaurant has been serving the South Grand community for decades.

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Overview of Tice Valley Post Acute

Ideally nestled in the beautiful setting of Walnut Creek, CA, Tice Valley Post Acute is an outstanding community that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Featuring a wide range of care options, including complex wound care, outpatient therapy, restorative nursing, long-term care, and therapy, the community ensures residents find the right care for their unique needs. Residents experience the best of their golden years with top-tier care provided by a compassionate and highly trained team 24/7.

A carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted so residents can live actively and remain socially connected. Meals are also carefully curated to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community is equipped with a state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym and spacious courtyards, making it an ideal setting for those seeking a place to begin their healing journey.

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Overview of Escondido Post Acute Rehab

Escondido Post Acute Rehab is a nursing home in Escondido, CA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Here, older adults can feel at home, accompanied by its supportive and welcoming environment. Exceptional services, including 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and transportation, are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community also works closely with residents to create care plans tailored to their unique needs and habits, ensuring they can recover and return to their routines with ease.

Musical performances, gardening, and outings are just some of the many activities that aim to keep residents active and socially connected. Cozy rooms and lively gathering areas also ensure residents can rest and connect with friends comfortably. With its peaceful setting in the quiet residential area of Escondido, near bus stops and shops, residents have easy access to their necessities and leisure. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in California, especially with its high standards of care and top-notch amenities.

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Overview of University Post-Acute Rehab

Receive the utmost care for your needs from University Post-Acute, a distinguished community located near UC Davis Medical Center in Sacramento, CA, providing memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. With exceptional care tailored to residents’ special needs, residents enjoy comfort and convenience like no other. The community is 5-star Medicare certified, striving to accommodate up to 59 residents with its cozy and nurturing environment.

Promoting an active and well-engaged lifestyle, enriching activities, and engaging programs are conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. The community also provides social services to ensure residents enjoy a worry-free discharge and jump back into their lives. Residents maintain their dignity and live up to their potential with the community’s top-notch services 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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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.