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Overview of The Commons on Thornton

Operated by Thornton Msl LLC and Msl Community Management LLC, The Commons on Thornton is an assisted living, memory care, and respite care community on Thornton Road in Stockton, California. Marie Arbios serves as the administrator. The two-story community has 110 beds and has been serving residents for 8 years. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans are available, so residents have several housing options depending on their needs and budgets.

The community has an occupancy rate of about 89%, with 98 of its 110 beds occupied. The area has a Walk Score of 17 out of 100, which means it’s car-dependent. Most errands and outings require a vehicle. Families who prefer a location close to walkable shops and restaurants may want to keep that tradeoff in mind when considering the community.

Residents enjoy chef-prepared meals and a daily schedule built around health, wellness, and social engagement. A fitness center with personal fitness trainers, along with fitness and recreation programs, helps residents stay active. Transportation services are available for appointments and outings. Housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance services help simplify everyday life. Staff is available 24 hours a day. Residents can bring their pets during their stay.

State inspections have generally focused on complaint investigations involving incident reporting and resident safety. Most allegations were not substantiated. Inspection records found the community had followed required policies and procedures.

$4,711/Month Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

Olive Branch Assisted Living provides assisted living in Northridge, CA. Residents receive help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while living in a private or semi private room, making the community a potential fit for a loved one who needs this support.

The community has 146 beds, with both private and semi private rooms, so residents can choose to live alone or share their room. A Walk Score of 79 means the area is very walkable, and most errands can be handled on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently. Charles Arrieta serves as the administrator, and North Hills Retirement Hotel operates the community.

Overview of Blessing Home Assisted Living

Blessing Home Assisted Living in Castro Valley, CA, offers assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care focuses on comfort for a person with a life limiting illness, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away.

With six beds, this is a small community where staff and residents can get to know one another. It may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller setting. The available housing option is a one bed arrangement, and Ghita, Elena & Zepelin operates the community, with Zepelin Ghita serving as administrator.

Residents can take part in social and physical activities, along with exercise programs. These offerings provide structured ways to participate, stay socially engaged, and include physical movement in the day.

Byron Park offers assisted living and independent living in Walnut Creek, CA. Independent living provides a private apartment with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with bathing, dressing and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Together, the two care levels can suit someone whose support needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

There are 151 beds here, creating a larger setting with more residents and staff than a small residence and supporting more programming. Apartment choices include studios, one bedroom apartments and two bedroom apartments. A studio offers one private living space, while a two bedroom apartment can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion, and every apartment has a full kitchen for preparing meals at home.

Residents have access to a heated swimming pool, hot tub, a fitness center with equipment designed for all abilities, wooded walking paths and a greenhouse for exercise and outdoor activities. Restaurant style dining is available throughout the day, with brunch service for a flexible schedule and private dining rooms for family events. Water aerobics, yoga, tai chi, dance classes, lectures and special events add structured choices, while resident led bridge, poker and mahjong clubs give residents ways to participate with others.

A Walk Score of 57 places the area in the somewhat walkable range. Some errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives has some local destinations within walking distance. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet in their apartment. Ricardo Romero serves as the administrator.

Overview of Timber Ridge at Eureka

Timber Ridge at Eureka offers assisted living and memory care in Eureka, CA. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while a resident keeps an apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 75 beds, with studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom and four-bedroom layouts. A studio offers one private space, while larger layouts can suit a couple or someone who wants a companion. A Walk Score of 51 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach them independently. Pets are allowed, and Larona Farnum serves as administrator while Western Living Concepts operates Timber Ridge at Eureka.

Overview of Oakmont of San Antonio Heights

Oakmont of San Antonio Heights offers assisted living and memory care in Upland, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident lives in an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The community may be a good fit for someone whose needs could include either daily living assistance or a secured memory care setting.

The community has 140 beds, with studios, suites, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences. A studio provides a single private space, while a two-bedroom residence can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Samuel De Guzman serves as administrator, and the community is operated by Hcri Of Upland Tenant and Oakmont Management Group. Pets are allowed, so residents can keep a pet in the community. Named programs include Wellness Services, Culinary, Caregiver Support, and Reviews & Testimonials.

Overview of Ivy Park at Santa Rosa

Ivy Park at Santa Rosa offers assisted living and memory care in Santa Rosa, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

With both care types available, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without leaving the community. The community has 114 beds, with studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom housing options. A two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together.

A Walk Score of 60 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to make some nearby trips independently. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. Stephanie Limberg serves as the administrator, and Well Ivy 6 Tenant and Oakmont Management Group operate the community.

Overview of Atria Park of Vintage Hills

Atria Park of Vintage Hills offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Temecula, CA. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with everyday tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering.

Having all three care levels on one campus can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community. The home has 143 beds, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences that can accommodate either one resident or a couple moving together, and pets are allowed. Mariano Q. Hernandez serves as the administrator, and Ventas Aoc Operating Holdings and Atria Management Co. operate the community in the Costain Collection neighborhood.

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Starting Price $3,200/Month Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

Overview of Vineyard Place

Vineyard Place in Murrieta, CA, provides dedicated memory care within an 82-bed secured setting. The facility focuses on continuous supervision for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia who are prone to wandering.

Anthem Murrieta Management operates the property under administrator Arlene Crawford. Accommodations include private suites for individual living as well as companion suites designed for two people moving together or roommates sharing a space.

A walk score of 36 reflects a car-dependent location, meaning residents or visiting families rely on personal or organized vehicles for off-site errands.

Interested individuals seeking specialized memory care in the area can contact the facility staff to request details or schedule a site visit.

Varenna at Fountaingrove is an idyllic retreat surrounded by lush natural spaces in Santa Rosa, CA, offering independent living. Residents enjoy scenic views and live comfortably in beautifully designed and cozy accommodations. The community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay, promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment.

Residents here can live actively and make new friends with plenty of recreational activities and wellness opportunities. With different dining venues on-site, residents can enjoy delightful and healthy meals that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a fitness center, a spa, a swimming pool, a wellness center, a library, pet parks, and serene walking paths.