Page 184 of Best Senior Communities in California

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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
Overview of Camelot – a Provincial Senior Living Community

Spend a fulfilling retirement experience at Camelot, a charming senior living community in Hemet, CA, offering independent living to individuals who wish to maintain their active and independent lifestyle. Enjoy a relaxing time in beautiful, pet-friendly apartments, with a selection of spacious suites, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments to choose the ideal floor plan that matches your lifestyle and preferences. Make the most of every day without the worries and hassles of doing chores, thanks to a dedicated housekeeping and maintenance team.

Liberated from tedious tasks, residents can freely enjoy delicious meals in comfortable dining areas, participate in thoughtfully curated activities and programs, or indulge in relaxing and convenient amenities. Whether you want to express your creativity in the activity room, pamper yourself in the salon, take a dip in the heated pool, or enjoy relaxing walks through the scenic walking paths, you’re guaranteed to find a space and activity to enjoy at Camelot.

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Overview of The Bonaventure Senior Living

Operated by Provincial Senior Living, The Bonaventure Senior Living is an independent living community in Ventura, California, offering studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. This three-story community is located on Telegraph Road, a neighborhood with limited walkability. To support residents’ mobility, transportation services are available for appointments and community outings.

Three daily meals are included, and fitness and recreation programs encourage regular physical activity. Additionally, a variety of social events and organized activities help residents build connections and remain engaged within the community.

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Overview of Land of Peace VII

A distinguished community located in the charming residential area of Haynes’ St, West Hills, CA, Land of Peace VII that focuses on hospice care. The community provides companionship for residents, especially through anxiety, depression, and discomfort. Ease worries and live happily with the community’s dedicated services and carefully designed amenities.

Live life to the fullest and do the things you truly love accompanied by the community’s fun activities and engaging programs. Here, delightful and nutritious meals are served for residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community fosters a vibrant and inviting community, ensuring residents begin their end-of-life journey without hassles.

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Overview of Hazelridge

Live the retirement of your dreams at Hazelridge, a blissful retreat in Anaheim, CA, offering independent living. Prioritizing residents’ comfort and convenience, the community features cozy and specially designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans. This pet-friendly community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Residents have fun and make new friends with a variety of exciting events and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. The community is also conveniently located near restaurants and local amenities, providing residents with a variety of dining options to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a hot tub, a clubhouse, BBQ grills, and a pool, creating the ideal setting for residents to experience the best of their golden years.

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Overview of Metro East Senior Park

Make the most of your independence at Metro East Senior Park, a distinguished 62+ community in Santa Ana, CA, offering independent living. The community has purposely built and well-maintained studio to two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can feel a sense of belonging in the community’s vibrant and friendly environment.

With its proximity to serene recreation sites and delightful restaurants, residents have easy access to leisure and necessities. The community also features a gourmet kitchen to prepare meals that satisfy residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience with the community’s state-of-the-art amenities and inviting setting.

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MC Sterling Care

8132 Sterling Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Overview of Mc Sterling Care

Mc Sterling Care is a residential care community in Huntington Beach, CA, offering personal care. With its intimate and home-like setting, the community ensures older adults have a laid-back retirement. Exceptional services, including nutritious meals, round-the-clock assistance, and recreational activities, are also provided to help residents maintain their independence with ease. Residents also receive the utmost attention and care for their needs through customized care plans.

Light exercises and social gatherings help residents stay active and make friends. Cozy common areas and spacious rooms are also available, so residents can rest without hassles. With its ideal setting in the beautiful neighborhood of Huntington Beach, residents have quick access to their necessities and leisure. This residential care community provides high standards of care, making it a good option for senior living in California.

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Overview of Magnolia at 9th

The Magnolia at 9th, located in San Bernardino, CA, is a senior living community offering independent living services and amenities for individuals aged 62 years and above. Their one-to-two bedroom accommodations feature their own living areas, private bathrooms, and kitchen with refrigerator and stove. The community also boasts of being smoke-free and pet-friendly.

Residents of Magnolia at 9th can also breathe easy with the building’s controlled access, providing an extra layer of security in the community. Fitness center and walking paths, as well as a sparkling pool is also accessible for residents to relax in or exercise. Furthermore, the community center and garden is a great place to engage with other residents or participate in social and educational programs and activities.

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Overview of La Loma Senior Apartments

La Loma Senior Apartments is a distinguished community in Modesto, CA, offering independent living. Residents can keep their peace of mind with purposely built and spacious floor plans, designed for their comfort and safety. On-site maintenance and laundry are provided for residents’ convenience.

Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections with recreation sites and natural spaces nearby. Residents also delight in several dining options nearby, catering to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s welcoming communal spaces and fully furnished apartments create the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Blended Family Care Home

Blended Family Care is a residential care home for seniors nestled in Cupertino, where a balanced lifestyle of comfort and calmness is met with full support. The family-owned community Residents are given trusted care and respect in a quaint setting that helps them boost their independence and individuality. Families of residents can rest easy knowing that their loved ones are compassionately cared for in a home that heeds tranquility. 

Blended Family’s lifestyle is easy and worry-free. Residents can live a fulfilling everyday life through the community’s extensive services. Their amenities and services include laundry, transportation, healthy and home-cooked meals, social activities, and recreational activities.

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Absolute Compassion Hospice

6355 Riverside Blvd Suite T, Sacramento, CA 95831
Overview of Absolute Compassion Hospice

Based in Sacramento, CA, Absolute Compassion Hospice is an astounding community that specializes in hospice care. Committed to the well-being of those with life-limiting conditions, a kind and well-trained team strives to provide the highest quality of care around the clock. Older adults ease their worries with the community helping with their daily living activities, providing more time to create meaningful moments.

The community also provides alternative therapy, including aromatherapy, music, and flower arranging, to enhance older adults’ living experiences. Medication, medical supplies, and equipment can be delivered to meet older adults’ healthcare needs. Begin your end-of-life journey without worries, with the community’s dedicated care and top-notch services.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
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    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.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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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
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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
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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
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.