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Avg Walk Score: 57/ 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: 104The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

The Reutlinger Community
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Danville
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 104
Rank #561 / 1648
No
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 57
Rank #1715 / 2087
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #630 / 1399
22
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #884 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #217 / 1494
65.0% A+Reutlinger Community, The And Eskaton Properties IncStudio / 1 Bed
OakView Health Center
SC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village)
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 104
Rank #1057 / 1648
No
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 57
Rank #1841 / 2087
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1399
7
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1160
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #430 / 1494
79.4% A+Oakview Hc LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Spring Lake Village
SC
NH
AL
IL
MC
Santa Rosa (Melita)
679
Facility 679
CA AVG 104
Rank #8 / 1648
No
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 57
Rank #1921 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1399
13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #650 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1160
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #45 / 1494
0A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Mission Commons – A Provincial Senior Living Community
SC
NH
IL
Redlands (Live Oak Canyon)
-
Facility -
CA AVG 104
Rank #1287 / 1648
Yes
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 57
Rank #1240 / 2087
-----0--Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Pomona
520
Facility 520
CA AVG 104
Rank #16 / 1648
No
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 57
Rank #1470 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1399
12
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #441 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #92 / 1494
84.0% -Congregational Homes, IncorporatedStudio
O‘Connor Woods
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Stockton (Sherwood Manor)
499
Facility 499
CA AVG 104
Rank #23 / 1648
Yes
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 57
Rank #1821 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1399
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #82 / 1494
0-O'connor Woods HousingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Vi at Palo Alto
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Palo Alto
876
Facility 876
CA AVG 104
Rank #1 / 1648
No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #416 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1399
20
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #336 / 1494
73.1% -Cc Palo Alto LLC And Classic Res. Mgmt. Ltd. Partner1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Vi at La Jolla Village
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
San Diego (University City)
783
Facility 783
CA AVG 104
Rank #5 / 1648
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 57
Rank #218 / 2087
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #730 / 1399
29
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1056 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #184 / 1494
69.3% -Ccw La Jolla LLC, Cc La Jolla LLC, And Classic Res MgmtSuite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
University Retirement Community
SC
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Davis (West Davis)
500
Facility 500
CA AVG 104
Rank #22 / 1648
No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 57
Rank #1240 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1399
12
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #159 / 1494
0-Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Highland Palms Healthcare Center
SC
NH
SNF
Highland (Cypress)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 104
Rank #726 / 1648
No
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1155 / 2087
-9--
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #534 / 1494
91.1% A+-Private Rooms
Canterbury Woods
SC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Pacific Grove
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 104
Rank #180 / 1648
No
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 57
Rank #383 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1399
9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #324 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 13
Rank #34 / 1494
72.6% A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Carlsbad By The Sea Care Center
SC
NH
SNF
Carlsbad (Carlsbad Village)
224
Facility 224
CA AVG 104
Rank #116 / 1648
No
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 57
Rank #43 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1399
83-
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #123 / 1494
84.8% A+Front Porch Communities And Services-
Pine Creek Care Center
SC
MC
NH
SNF
Roseville (Cirby Side)
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 104
Rank #726 / 1648
No
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 57
Rank #1390 / 2087
-6--
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #492 / 1494
96.0% B---
Summerfield Healthcare Center
SC
NH
SNF
Santa Rosa
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 104
Rank #997 / 1648
No
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 57
Rank #1368 / 2087
-6--- 75.3% A--
Ventura Post Acute
SC
HOS
NH
SNF
Ventura
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 104
Rank #994 / 1648
No
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 57
Rank #887 / 2087
-7--
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #812 / 1494
92.0% --Private / Shared Rooms
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Overview of Holiday Rancho Village

Holiday Rancho Village is part of the independent living branch of the renowned Atria group of senior living communities. As an active and supportive retirement home, management prioritizes the welfare of its residents. Their commitment to ensuring an individual’s independence while being engaged is their utmost priority for a balanced lifestyle, keeping their residents healthy and active. Holiday Rancho Village has provided a diverse and inclusive environment for an inspired senior living experience.

The premier retirement home in Palmdale boasts an elevated lifestyle through the high-quality services provided for seniors with independent living. Its luxurious and forward-thinking accommodations include delicious daily, nutritious meals prepared by a chef, a personal emergency call system, weekly housekeeping and laundry, a library, a business center, a game room, and an activity room.

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Overview of Hillcrest Memory Care

Hillcrest Memory Care Living in Antioch, California, is a devoted community committed to delivering comprehensive senior care services. The community’s vision revolves around ensuring enjoyable and vibrant days and nights for residents. With a specialized memory care program, the focus is on individual attention, tailoring care and activities to the unique needs of each resident, especially those dealing with memory loss conditions like Alzheimer’s or dementia. The community offers a rich schedule of social, educational, and entertaining activities, fostering a high quality of life and meaningful social interactions among residents.

Hillcrest Memory Care Living boasts stylish common areas, a theater room, and outdoor spaces for residents to enjoy. Accommodation options include comfortable private and semi-private bedrooms with individual climate control. The community provides services like Move-In Coordination, Housekeeping, Linen Services, and Scheduled Transportation. The dining area is designed for a cozy, home-style setting, offering customized menus for delicious, home-cooked meals that cater to residents’ needs. The trained and friendly staff is dedicated to making residents feel at home, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay. With a range of amenities and services, Hillcrest Memory Care Living creates an inviting and supportive environment for seniors in Antioch.

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Overview of Crescent Landing at South Coast

Crescent Landing Santa Ana offers exceptional personal care for assisted living and memory care residents. A Frontier Management community, seniors can expect nothing but elegance and luxury. The cozy memory care living community performs nothing less than exceptional service offered by its professional and compassionate staff.

Crescent Landing’s lifestyle is all about satisfying each senior’s wellness; their personalized care includes daily health checks and medication management, scheduled local transportation is available upon request, and a calendar of activities is given to each resident, with a planned list of classes and outings. Their exclusive SPARK™ program focuses on individual care plans that help reach holistic wellness.

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Overview of Palm Court by Cogir

Focusing on independent living, Palm Court by Cogir is an eminent senior living community located in Overland Avenue, Culver City, CA. Enjoy a happy and cozy life within the community with a variety of studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans to choose from. Maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle with a kind and dedicated team handling the maintenance and mundane chores.

Explore new interests and meet people with different perspectives with fun activities and enjoyable learning programs. The community strives to provide seniors with opportunities to flourish and reach their full potential while tending to their special needs. With healthy and tasty meals served, the community meets dietary needs and preferences. Palm Court by Cogir is a great place for seniors looking for an active life without the hassle of maintenance and housekeeping.

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Overview of Astoria Memory Care

Settled in the vibrant neighborhood of Tracy, CA, the Astoria Memory Care is a remarkable senior living community offering memory care services. Here, residents can select among well-appointed accommodations including companion, deluxe, and deluxe private. This community provides an inclusive and engaging environment to its residents. With a trained and dedicated team, the community treats its residents as a family in terms of providing a joyful living and delivering outstanding care and support, particularly for those with cognitive conditions like dementia.

With its above-and-beyond amenities and services, residents can enjoy an in-house barber and beauty salon, a wellness office, and free transportation for recreational trips and scenic tours. Engage in a full-packed calendar of social activities in its outdoor spaces. Explore its three internal communities within a community which are as follows: The Gardens, The Place, and The Villa. With Astoria Memory Care, seniors are guaranteed a secure living experience.

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Overview of Allessandra Home Care

Allessandra Home Care is a dependable senior living community that offers various residential care services. The community prides themselves on high quality care provided by experienced caregivers offering quality nurturing care to residents in the comfort of their private and semi private accommodations. Here, residents are provided with 24-hour supervision and access to meal assistance, personal care assistance, medication management assistance, and more, ensuring they live comfortably and worry-free.

The community guarantees residents live worry-free with the support of convenient services, including laundry service and laundry supplies, fresh linen, room cleaning, upkeep, and maintenance. Residents also enjoy three nutritious, well balanced meals and snacks with accommodations for special diets, making sure everyone receives the nutrients they need to maintain a healthy body. Here, residents’ safety, comfort, and well-being are a priority, making sure they are provided with the finest care possible in an environment that nurtures and fosters a vibrant living experience.

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Overview of Trinity Hills Estates in Monrovia

Find all the care you need with the extraordinary senior living community of Trinity Hills Estates in Monrovia in Monrovia, CA, offering assisted living, dementia care, and hospice care. The community boasts a team of compassionate and highly trained professionals attending to seniors’ unique needs and preferences 24/7. With personalized care plans, seniors can rest assured of living their lives to the fullest.

Surrounded by scenic views and a bustling downtown, the community ensures residents’ necessities and desires are within a few steps away. Trinity Hills Estates in Monrovia also collaborates with trusted healthcare providers for residents’ health matters and safety. Elevate your retirement with exceptional services and cozy amenities of Trinity Hills Estates in Monrovia.

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Overview of Mayflower Gardens Residential Living

Enjoy a blissful lifestyle with Mayflower Gardens Residential Living, an outstanding senior living community located in the serene neighborhood of Lancaster, CA, providing independent living. With the needs and interests of adults 55 and better, the community provides snug and sophisticated one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences for their comfort and convenience. Seniors thrive and live their lives to the fullest with a compassionate and well-trained team attending to their daily living activities.

Featuring extensive amenities and various activities, residents do not run out of things to do to keep an active and well-engaged retirement. Mayflower Gardens Residential Living is ideal for seniors looking to downsize in their golden years and enjoy the various amenities that the community has to offer.

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Overview of Serenity Home Care I

Situated on Sharon Ave in Modesto, California, Serenity Home Care I provides residential care for up to six seniors in a single-story house. This single-level setup removes the need for stairs or elevators, creating an easily accessible living space for older adults who use walkers or wheelchairs. The home is equipped to adapt as health needs change, offering assisted living, memory support, temporary respite, and hospice care under one roof.

The surrounding neighborhood scores a 57 out of 100 for walkability, meaning visitors can easily walk to a few local shops, though major errands require a car. Inside the house, a background-checked care team provides round-the-clock monitoring, help with grooming and bathing, medication management, and daily housekeeping.

The staff receives specialized dementia training to assist residents dealing with cognitive decline, and the daily routine includes three home-cooked meals alongside regular recreational activities. To support families through major health changes, the home can also coordinate on-site physical therapy, case management, and grief counseling.

Interested families can call the house manager to see if there are any open bedrooms and get the current monthly pricing.

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Overview of Lakemont Apartments

Enjoy the best of your golden years with Lakemont Apartments, a blissful retreat set in the thriving neighborhood of Oakland, CA, focusing on independent living. The community has 66 beautifully designed and snug accommodations, perfect for those looking to downsize in retirement. With nearby local amenities, residents keep peace of mind and have easy access to recreational opportunities and necessities.

Here, residents enjoy plenty of activities with stunning natural landscapes and waterfront scenery. The community also offers a relatively affordable housing rate, ensuring residents can stay on their budgets while retaining their independence. Live a worry-free retirement within the community’s purposely built amenities, and have easy access to top-notch local amenities that the neighborhood has in store.

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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.