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Best Senior Communities in California

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 2,087 homes in California

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and California Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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GlenBrook Health Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Carlsbad
95No 57 42-22 73.7% -Glenbrook Hc LLC/Life Services LLC-
The Fountains Skilled Nursing Care
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

Yuba City
80No 55 59127 70.0% -United Com-Serve Fremont-Rideout Health Group-
OakView Health Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village)
63No 20 54218 82.5% A+Oakview Hc LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Reata Glen
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Mission Viejo
840No 2 4--6 79.0% B-Reat Glen Orange County Ccrc1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Ivy Park at La Palma
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

La Palma
80Yes 61 1-11 87.5% -Transformer Opco LLC;Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Ivy Park at Claremont
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Claremont
81Yes 14 1511 72.8% -Transformer Opco LLC;Oakmont Mangement Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Oakmont of Brookside
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Stockton (Brookside)
81Yes 46 41484 96.3% -Oakmont Senior Living Of Brookside Opco, LLC AndStudio / Suite / 1 Bed
Oakmont Gardens
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Santa Rosa (Oakmont Village Association)
79Yes 34 415244 100.0% -Ffi Oakmont Tenant LLC; Life Care Services LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cogir of Sonoma
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Sonoma (Oregon Street)
82Yes 74 5327 34.1% A+Welltower Cogir Tenant; Cogir Management Usa1 Bed / 2 Bed
MorningStar Memory Care at San Tomas
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

San Jose (West Valley)
82Yes 59 31572 32.9% -West Valley Mc,LLC; Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / Shared Studio
Silverado Thousand Oaks Memory Care Community
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Thousand Oaks (Warwick Avenue)
82Yes 72 518145 52.4% -Silverado Thousand Oaks LLC;Silverado Sr. Lvng MgmtPrivate Rooms
Ivy Park at Alta Loma
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Rancho Cucamonga (Alta Loma)
77Yes 75 1211 79.2% A+Transformer Opco LLC;Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Villa Lorena Senior Living
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

San Diego (Black Mountain Ranch Village)
85No 32 41919 72.9% -Santaluz Senior Partners,LP;Vlgp Inc(Gen. Partner)-
Town & Country
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Santa Ana (East Memory Lane)
328No 67 326450 32.9% A+Christian And Missionary Alliance-
Sunrise of San Mateo
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

San Mateo (Central San Mateo)
85Yes 88 43225 78.8% -Szr San Mateo LLC; Sunrise Senior Living MgtStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Gardens at Escondido

1342 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92026
Overview of Gardens at Escondido

A proud member of the Aura Collection of Communities, Gardens at Escondido is the premier choice in the city that many families and adults prefer because of its unwavering commitment to exceed expectations. Built on luxury, quality, and sophistication, the retirement home strives to redefine independent, assisted, and memory care living. Gardens at Escondido is committed on delivering an engaging, enriching, and relaxing lifestyle for a quality senior living experience in the renowned SoCal warmth and comfort.

The Aura difference is found in the quality care and forward-thinking approach for each individual to grow, learn, and connect in a vibrant environment. Community features include luxury amenities and services such as housekeeping, laundry, social events, recreational activities, fitness classes, gourmet meals at the restaurant-style dining hall, beautifully furnished apartments, 24-hour care, and an in-home emergency call system.

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / Alcove

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Building Type: 3-storey

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Overview of Westgate Villa Assisted Living

Nestled in the peaceful Mayme Avenue, San Jose, CA, Westgate Villa Assisted Living is a blissful senior living community that provides assisted living. With spacious floor plans including a variety of private and semi-private rooms, the community ensures welcoming residences. Live a comfortable and stress-free retirement life within the community grounds.

Westgate Villa Assisted Living promotes a healthy and engaging lifestyle for its residents, providing them with fun enrichment activities and programs. The community also provides hover lifts for individuals who are in need of it and takes care of the bedridden. Serving three meals a day, the community prepares restaurant-style healthy and hearty meals for the residents’ satisfaction. Westgate Villa Assisted Living conducts musical performances, singing exercises, stretching exercises, games, trivia, and fitness activities. 

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi - Private Rooms

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Building Type: 2-story

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Garden of Palms

1025 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Overview of Garden of Palms

Gardens of Palms is a vibrant community ensconced in the heart of West Hollywood, delivering a remarkable service in independent and assisted living for seniors. Gardens of Palms is an all-inclusive community that welcomes seniors of all faiths. It fosters a culture of respect, inclusivity, and empathy, ensuring that everyone enjoys a safe space. Living spaces range from studio to one-bedroom floor plans, with each unit designed to meet the diverse needs of the residents.

As a Jewish senior community, Gardens of Palms goes beyond basic healthcare by organizing regular field trips and theater events, providing residents with exciting opportunities to engage with their cliques. The community also features a certified kosher kitchen that serves fresh and nutritious meals tailored to the unique dietary needs of each resident. For those who love nature, lush garden patios provide a tranquil outdoor oasis to relax and unwind. Housekeeping services, transportation, and salon services are available as well to help seniors live a hassle-free and restful life.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Overview of Vista Manor Nursing Center

Each resident is unique in their own way for Vista Manor Nursing Center’s amazing team. They are committed to providing intense focus and personalized care to every individual based on their specific needs and preferences. The well-being of the patients is the top priority, with 24-hour skilled nursing care, along with a range of therapeutic services such as occupational, physical, and speech therapies. The center aims to restore the physical and mental strength of the patients, be it for stroke or orthopedic rehab or even recreational programs.
The facility boasts a certified staff who work exclusively for Generations Healthcare and within the Theragen System. The center is equipped with advanced facilities such as electric beds, televisions, and even 24/7 phone interpretation services for all languages. Additionally, they provide transportation services, as well as an in-house salon and barber to ensure that the residents feel their best. Vista Manor Nursing Center also extends its services to the families of the residents, knowing that the families of the residents may also need support during challenging times, and therefore provides them with the necessary comfort and care through proper communication.

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CityView

515 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Overview of Cityview

Dedicated to delivering unmatched retirement living experience, Cityview is an excellent senior living community in Los Angeles, CA, offering three levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Here, residents are offered an array of studio and one bedroom suites with different floor plans designed to accommodate residents’ individual needs, preferences, and budget needs. Licensed nurses are available to offer personalized services tailored to accommodate residents’ needs and preferences, complemented with the support of visiting physician, podiatrist, dentist, and lab technicians that handle medical needs.

Convenient services, such as housekeeping, personal laundry, and free transportation to doctor appointments and other personal outings are offered to simplify residents’ living experience while giving them more time to live their best lives. Nutritious and delicious meals are provided with accommodation for special diets to make sure residents enjoy an excellent dining experience tailored to their needs and tastes. An array of amenities are also offered to give residents spaces for various activities and interests.

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Greenfield Care Center of Fullerton

330 W Bastanchury Rd, Fullerton, CA 92835
Overview of Greenfield Care Center of Fullerton

Greenfield Care Center of Fullerton is an astounding nursing home in Fullerton, CA, that offers long-term care, rehabilitation, hospice, and respite care. The community ensures older adults are treated like a family, providing individualized care for their unique needs. 24-hour care, therapy services, and wound care are also offered to meet residents’ healthcare needs. With its dedication to residents’ well-being, the community provides care plans based on their physician’s order and a comprehensive health assessment.

Recreational activities and fitness programs are conducted, so residents can spend their free time as they please. With activity rooms, outdoor patio, and spacious courtyards, residents have plenty of options for leisure. This nursing home is one of the trusted choices for retirement in Fullerton, California, especially with its comprehensive services and extensive amenities.

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Park View Place

Experience a tranquil retirement experience at Park View Place, an upscale senior living community in Covina, CA, offering assisted living and memory care services. Residents are provided with the comfort and peace of mind of having a full time nurse and 24-hour care team available to attend to their needs. The community provides residents with modern and spacious accommodations in an intimate setting that fosters close relationships and meaningful engagements.

Residents are provided with plenty of opportunities for engagement, learning, and new experiences both outside and inside the community, thanks to convenient access to popular entertainment and leisure spots and a wide array of interesting activities and programs. The community also provides access to an array of convenient amenities, including a library, bar & lounge, bistro, movie theater, and salon for residents’ overall well-being. A talented culinary team is also available to provide residents with nutritious and delicious meals to keep them healthy and energized throughout the day.

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Room Sizes: 413 / 426 / 429 / 449 / 485 / 516 / 531 / 715 / 775 / 942 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Silverado Encinitas Memory Care Community

With its commitment to caring for individuals with dementia, Silverado Encinitas is a venerable memory care community settling in Saxony Road, Encinitas, CA, that provides memory care, respite care, and its world-class brain health program, Nexus. With seniors’ comfort and security in mind, the community features meticulously designed and pet-friendly residences. A team of compassionate and highly skilled dementia care professionals tends to seniors’ special needs and aspirations.

Empowering seniors to thrive and reach their full potential, the community conducts a wide range of nurturing activities and fun social events. Anticipate meal times with balanced menus prepared to cater to seniors’ nutritional needs and preferences. Silverado Encinitas strives to be a haven for seniors to spend retirement with its warm nature and enchanting surroundings.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Two-story

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Overview of Silverado Calabasas Memory Care Community

Silverado Calabasas is an extraordinary memory care community settling on Calabasas Road, Calabasas, CA, that focuses on memory care, respite care, and an internationally acclaimed brain health program, Nexus. Experience comfort and convenience like no other with purposely-designed accommodations, created to suit the special needs of individuals with dementia. The community is committed to delivering top-notch care and assistance to improve seniors’ way of living with a team of kind, compassionate, and highly skilled dementia care professionals.

The community goes above and beyond in conducting a wide range of activities and wellness programs for seniors’ leisure and wellness. Focusing on seniors’ interests and strengths, activities and programs are carefully curated for better involvement. Indulge in restaurant-style dining with nutritious and delicious meals satisfying nutritional requirements and tastes. Surrounded by lush nature and serene walking paths, Silverado Calabasas is ideal for an elegant and carefree retirement.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Overview of Brookdale Sylvan Ranch

Brookdale Sylvan Ranch is an exceptional senior living community in Citrus Heights, California, offering memory care for seniors. The community offers spacious studios designed with residents’ comfort and safety in mind, along with round-the-clock assistance provided by a highly skilled and compassionate team of professionals.

Brookdale Sylvan Ranch is committed to helping residents find a sense of belonging and purpose while also helping them preserve who they are. Hence, the community provides a gentle daily structure of planned programming and dementia-friendly activities that encourage the use of residents’ current skills while incorporating a perfect balance of their interests. Residents also enjoy various amenities, including dementia-friendly meals, concierge services, salon services, scheduled transportation, and a personal solutions program for personal items delivery. Other amenities include a beauty/barbershop, a game room, an arts & crafts studio, a courtyard, and a garden where residents can socialize or host fun parties.

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Single-story

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Weighting overview

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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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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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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.

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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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Community Stability 10%

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

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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.

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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 3 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.