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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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. 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.
Brookdale Nohl Ranch
SC
AL
Anaheim (Anaheim Hills)
266
Facility 266
CA AVG 103
Rank #73 / 1,645
Yes
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,370 / 2,057
15
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #390 / 1,507
39.5%
Facility 39.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,411 / 1,452
Blc Nohl Ranch LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Silverado Escondido Memory Care Community
SC
AL
MC
Escondido (Central Escondido)
104
Facility 104
CA AVG 103
Rank #683 / 1,645
Yes
52
Facility 52
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,305 / 2,057
11
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
70.2%
Facility 70.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #924 / 1,452
Silverado Escondido LLC And Silverado Sr. Lvng Mgt IncPrivate Rooms
Ivy Park at Fullerton
SC
AL
MC
Fullerton (Sunny Hills)
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 103
Rank #879 / 1,645
Yes
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,677 / 2,057
4
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
87.1%
Facility 87.1%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #422 / 1,452
Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla
SC
AL
RESC
La Jolla (University City)
220
Facility 220
CA AVG 103
Rank #117 / 1,645
No
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 58
Rank #767 / 2,057
24
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #589 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
88.6%
Facility 88.6%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #387 / 1,452
Hsre-Bv IV Trs LLC And Belmont Three LLC Et AlStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Auburn Ravine Terrace
SC
IL
Auburn
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,270 / 1,645
Yes
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 58
Rank #949 / 2,057
5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
72.0%
Facility 72.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #880 / 1,452
Glockston Alf LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Meridian at Laguna Hills
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Laguna Hills
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 103
Rank #151 / 1,645
Yes
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 58
Rank #980 / 2,057
14
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
40.5%
Facility 40.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,407 / 1,452
Pacifica Laguna Hills LLC And Laguna Hills Mgr LLC-
The Village At Sherman Oaks
SC
AL
IL
MC
Sherman Oaks
179
Facility 179
CA AVG 103
Rank #224 / 1,645
Yes
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 58
Rank #356 / 2,057
33
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,044 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #652 / 1,507
93.9%
Facility 93.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #247 / 1,452
Sherman Oaks Subtenant LLC And Srg Management LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise at Sterling Canyon
SC
AL
MC
Valencia
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 103
Rank #417 / 1,645
Yes
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,856 / 2,057
11
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #716 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #320 / 1,507
65.7%
Facility 65.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,083 / 1,452
Szr Sterling Canyon Al And Sunrise Senior Living MgtStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Belmont Village Senior Living Westwood
SC
AL
IL
MC
Los Angeles (Westwood)
240
Facility 240
CA AVG 103
Rank #99 / 1,645
Yes
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,345 / 2,057
19
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #424 / 1,507
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #843 / 1,452
Belmont Village Westwood Tnnt And Belmont Village LPStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sterling Inn
SC
AL
Victorville
185
Facility 185
CA AVG 103
Rank #195 / 1,645
Yes
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,323 / 2,057
13
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #809 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #454 / 1,507
63.2%
Facility 63.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,130 / 1,452
Koerick Sterling Inn G.p, Victorville, LLC,Studio / 1 Bed

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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 Silverado Escondido Memory Care Community

With 104 private rooms, Silverado Escondido Memory Care Community is a residential care community in Escondido, California, serving older adults living with memory loss and cognitive changes. Operating for five years under the ownership of Silverado Senior Living Management and the leadership of Michael Zuletta, the community currently supports 73 residents. This reflects a 70% occupancy rate.

The surrounding area has a Walk Score of 52, offering moderate walkability. This suggests that some nearby services and amenities can be reached on foot, while others still require a short drive.

State inspections have consistently found the community in compliance with regulations related to food storage, medication security, fire safety, and operational practices. Moreover, complaint investigations have not substantiated resident care concerns, and any issues identified during previous inspections were addressed through corrective action plans.

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Ivy Park at Fullerton

2226 N Euclid St, Fullerton, CA 92835
Overview of Ivy Park at Fullerton

Ivy Park at Fullerton offers assisted living and memory care services– delivered by the staff’s compassionate and kind approach. They ensure that every resident can live a purposeful life every day and feel at home through the exceptional service and care they provide. Ivy Park is considerably one of the most welcoming and inclusive senior living communities, which would be ideal for you or your loved one who seeks a home secured with safety.

The lifestyle at Ivy Park ensures that everyone stays active, which is why they have wellness programs that help enrich their body and spirit. Community services and amenities include concierge services, arts and crafts, social activities, a full-service hair salon, and indoor and outdoor common areas.

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla

Defying expectations, Belmont Village Senior Living La Jolla, is a dynamic senior living community in San Diego, CA, offering independent living, assisted living and memory care. The community features spacious, contemporary studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments, and penthouses with refined finishes and easily accessible structure. With a full time licensed nurse, personal care assistance, and physical, occupational and speech therapies available on-site, residents have peace of mind, knowing that their care needs are covered.

The community is committed to delivering the right balance of luxury high-rise living with first-class care and amenities designed to help residents thrive holistically. Residents enjoy access to amenities, such as a heated, saltwater pool, fully equipped fitness center, personal wine storage, and full-service salon. With housekeeping, laundry, concierge, and transportation services, residents have plenty of time to explore all the finest things that the community has to offer.

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Overview of Auburn Ravine Terrace

Auburn Ravine Terrace is a top-rated 55+ independent living community in Auburn, CA, that has thoughtfully furnished one- and two-bedroom apartments. Prioritizing older adults’ comfort and safety, the community continuously promotes a lively and welcoming environment with its resort-style amenities. With on-site management, maintenance, and concierge services, residents can maintain their independence with ease. The community strives to enrich residents’ living experiences by combining modern convenience and stunning scenery.

Light exercises and themed events provide residents with more opportunities to interact with friends and maintain an active lifestyle. A library, a spacious courtyard, and a business center are among the communal amenities that residents can use for recreation and wellness. Overlooking the majestic Sierra Nevada foothills with bus stops and local amenities nearby, residents can relax and have easy access to their needs. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in California, this independent living community ensures older adults can thrive in retirement.

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Meridian at Laguna Hills

24552 Paseo De Valencia, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Overview of Meridian at Laguna Hills

A proud member of the Aura Collection of Communities, Meridian at Laguna Hills is the premier choice in the city that many families and adults prefer because of its unwavering commitment to exceed expectations. Built on luxury, warmth, and comfort, the 55+ retirement home strives to boost individual confidence and enhance hassle-free living. Meridian at Laguna Hills is committed to delivering an enriching lifestyle that redefines luxury senior living experience in resort-style surroundings.

The retirement home strive to empower and support each individual with a list of amenities and services that make a comfortable and secure environment for the seamless blend of freedom and assistance. Residents are guaranteed to learn, grow, and connect through the comprehensive amenities and services, such as a patio, a swimming pool, a putting green, individualized care plans, personalized culinary experience, and exciting recreational activities in a vibrant SoCal community.

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Overview of The Village at Sherman Oaks

Experience an exceptional stay with The Village at Sherman Oaks, located in Sherman Oaks, California. This elegant senior living community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The community is dedicated to elevating a next level of senior living. Spacious, cozy, and pet-friendly accommodations are available for a resort-style stay. In terms of memory care, it offers the Enliven Memory Care which is built on the foundation of love and is patient-centered providing creative and engaging experiences.

With its top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy zestfit group classes, book and walking clubs, wine tastings, ping pong instruments, chef-led interactive cooking demos, lifelong learning seminars, concerts and social happy hours, gardening classes, and philanthropic opportunities. At the Village of Sherman Oaks, seniors are guaranteed an experience worth remembering.

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Overview of Sunrise at Sterling Canyon

Sunrise at Sterling Canyon in Valencia, CA, offers premier assisted living and memory care services tailored to individual needs. Nestled in a vibrant neighborhood, seniors can relish in a chore-free lifestyle with personalized care and nutritious meals crafted by our skilled chef. Residents delight in a diverse calendar of activities including Tai Chi, crafts, social gatherings, and movie nights, fostering a sense of community and engagement.

Committed to enhancing quality of life, Sunrise at Sterling Canyon focuses on creating a nurturing environment where every resident feels like family. Our community features beautifully decorated living spaces designed to promote relaxation and inspiration. From fitness classes to spiritual programs and various clubs, residents enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle that celebrates their individuality and well-being.

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Westwood

Settled in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, CA, Belmont Village Senior Living Westwood is a thriving senior living community, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The community provides inviting accommodations, ranging from studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Featuring their enriching memory care programs, the community ensures residents in various stages of memory loss are given the right care and support with dynamic programming and mental training.

At Belmont Village Senior Living Westwood, residents are invested in and catered to with a professionally managed fitness center offering on-site therapy services, a licensed nurse and well-trained team on-site 24/7. Residents also enjoy carefully crafted menus featuring fresh ingredients and homestyle meals. With planned social activities, a wide array of amenities, and a compassionate care team, the community guarantees residents a thrilling retirement experience.

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Sterling Inn

17738 Francesca Rd, Victorville, CA 92395
Overview of Sterling Inn

Sterling Inn in Victorville, CA, is a trusted senior living community that offers distinctive assisted living services. The community features elegant, well-appointed apartments with a plethora of conveniences to enhance residents’ active lifestyle. Residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with cooking, cleaning and maintenance handled by a team, available to serve residents day and night.

With most of the chores handled, residents are free to enjoy their carefree days engaging in various activities or exploring the community amenities. Residents can enjoy restaurant-style meals on the veranda, visit the library, get active at the fitness center, or experience sophisticated pampering at the luxurious salon. With overnight security, 24-hour surveillance, and monitored entrances, residents are guaranteed a safe and secure living environment.

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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.