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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 Monte Vista Grove Homes

Monte Vista Grove Homes is a senior living home specializing in providing memory care services for residents living with dementia. Located within the community of Monte Vista Grove Homes, this senior living home provides quality care in a warm and secure environment specially designed to ensure the safety of its residents. They offer private accommodations with private and shared baths and equipped with emergency pull cord systems. The residents are also provided 24/7 care and supervision, medication management, and assistance with daily living activities such as bathing and toileting.

Residents’ nutritional needs are met by providing meals that are prepared with consideration to their dietary needs and restrictions. Special activity programs are also regularly scheduled to create opportunities for physical and mental exercises aimed to boost recognition and improve cognitive well being. Housekeeping and laundry services are also provided to keep the home clean and safe for the residents to move freely about.

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Overview of Atria Grass Valley

Nestled amid the serene Sierra Nevada Mountains in Grass Valley, CA, Atria Grass Valley provides exceptional Assisted Living and Memory Care options for seniors in Northeast California. The community features spacious studio, 1 and 2-bedroom senior apartment homes, or a two-bedroom cottage equipped with modern conveniences designed for residents’ comfort. Each living option includes an emergency alert system, housekeeping, and linen services so residents can spend their time enjoying the things they love to do.

Atria Grass Valley is dedicated to fostering an active and fulfilling lifestyle for its residents., providing residents plenty of opportunities for engagement and socialization, including planned transportation for local activities, a full-service hairdresser, and a media room. With amenities like resident gardens, fitness centers, and private dining, the community ensures its residents maintain an enriching lifestyle. Atria Grass Valley strives to offer a warm and encouraging community where members can thrive physically, emotionally, and socially.

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Overview of Brookdale Nohl Ranch

Based on three stunning acres in Anaheim Hills, California, Brookdale Nohl Ranch is a unique senior living community offering cozy and welcoming assisted living. Residents are guaranteed a safe and comfortable living space with thoughtfully designed apartments ranging from a studio to one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. The community also provides personal assistance and easy access to plenty of parks, shopping centers, and cultural attractions, ensuring seniors enjoy a fulfilling and engaging lifestyle.

Brookdale Nohl Ranch aims to give seniors a cozy and stimulating environment with various on-site activities to complement their diverse interests and needs. Residents enjoy a personalized dining experience and access to various amenities, including a putting green, an arts and crafts studio, an on-site hair salon, a clinic, business centers, and a game room. At Brookdale Nohl Ranch, residents are treated like a family and surrounded by encouragement, support, and friendship.

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Overview of Aegis Living Moraga

Discover a charming senior living community located in the tranquil town of Moraga CA, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. A wide array of beautifully appointed and comfortable accommodations are available for its residents based on their tastes. Having a well-equipped and passionate team, the community ensures round-the-clock personalized care and assistance every resident deserves. In terms of memory care, a thoughtfully designed program called Life’s Neighborhood caters to the unique needs and interests of those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

With its top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy delectable and nutritious chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, concierge services, and transportation assistance. Participate in diverse social activities, community events, and even fitness classes to maximize engagement and wellness. At Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors are assured of an all-encompassing living experience with Aegis Living Moraga.

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Overview of Sunrise at La Costa

Offering assisted living and memory care services, Sunrise at La Costa is one of the best senior living facilities in Carlsbad. Contributing to recognizing the community’s overall excellent service and caregiving, residents feel at home due to the exceptional respect the staff has shown with a welcoming approach. Life at the Sunrise at La Costa offers the opportunity and inspiration branded as a Sunrise lifestyle.

The senior living community’s services and amenities include activities and programs that promote a continuum of growth and meaningful experiences that cultivate their golden years– weekly housekeeping and laundry, outings and activities, daily delicious and nutritious meals, and specialized programs.

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Oakmont of Chino Hills

14837 Peyton Dr, Chino Hills, CA 91709
Overview of Oakmont of Chino Hills

Operated by Oakmont Management Group and administered by Janeth Medrano, Oakmont of Chino Hills is a 170-bed assisted living community in Chino Hills, California. The two-story community has served older adults for 15 years and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments to accommodate a variety of living preferences. With an occupancy rate of 82 percent, it maintains a well-established residential environment.

Additionally, licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants provide 24-hour support, assisting residents with personal care, medication management, and other daily living needs while encouraging as much independence as possible. Wellness initiatives and family support programs further promote resident well-being and caregiver involvement.

Meals are another key feature of daily life, with an executive chef and culinary team preparing fresh dishes on-site to create a more personalized dining experience. The surrounding neighborhood is largely car-dependent, making most errands and appointments easier to reach by vehicle, while nearby medical services provide added convenience.

Furthermore, state inspections have shown strong compliance with safety and staffing standards, with periodic recommendations related to documentation and timely reporting.

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Overview of Hacienda Living

Hacienda Living boasts an elegant and stimulating atmosphere that encourages residents to thrive. Praised for its quality residential assisted living services, seniors immediately feel a sense of belonging and family-like treatment. It heeds a resident-centered approach to senior care that practices exceptional, compassionate support– empowering seniors to continue expressing their individuality and independence.

The lifestyle at Hacienda Living is focused on the comfort and convenience of its residents. It has designed its amenities and services to help seniors live hassle-free lives while achieving holistic wellness. These include housekeeping, ADLs, delicious meal plans, calendar-filled activities, and life-enriching programs.

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Overview of Grace Living

A family-owned business, Grace Living is an assisted living facility that has a strong foundation in Catholic faith. With over 8000+ square feet combined in both their homes in Carriage Square, they offer a ranch-style home with a large space for their residents to enjoy. Offering both shared and private rooms, the residents of Grace Living will be sure to rest in a spacious accommodation while also enjoying the large area in social spaces.

The gorgeous facilities are also paired with excellent services, with the staff being highly trained and doing their job with compassion and respect. On top of this, there are various activities like social and wellness activities for the physical and mental well-being of their residents, as well as religious activities centered on Catholic faith for the spiritual well-being of their residents. Seniors who want to be able to celebrate this golden years in a more religious manner will surely enjoy their stay here.

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Overview of Carlton Senior Living San Jose

Carlton Senior Living San Jose is an extraordinary community nestled next to the serene Martial Cottle Park, offering a harmonious blend of memory care and residential assisted living. Enjoy the convenience of transportation services, housekeeping assistance, and apartment maintenance, while utilities are taken care of, allowing you to fully embrace the joys of retirement.
Discover thoughtfully designed floor plans, from cozy studios to spacious one-bedroom and two-bedroom senior living bedrooms.

With an emphasis on family values, this community ensures unparalleled safety and security while fostering a vibrant and engaging social life. Step into its enchanting courtyard, a serene oasis where you can relax and reconnect with nature. Indulge in delicious meals, lovingly prepared to nourish your body and delight your taste buds. Every aspect of life at Carlton Senior Living San Jose has been meticulously crafted to provide an exceptional experience that exceeds expectations.

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Overview of The Watermark at Napa Valley

The Watermark at Napa Valley stands as an exquisite oasis of luxurious senior living amidst the renowned beauty of Napa, California. This esteemed community offers a spectrum of upscale living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, ensuring a tailored approach to meet the diverse needs of residents.

The team of caregivers and staff fosters an environment where residents flourish through personalized care and a rich array of cultural, wellness, and social programs. From wine tastings to educational seminars and artistic pursuits, residents indulge in experiences that nurture the mind, body, and spirit, fostering connections and a sense of camaraderie.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    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.

  • 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.