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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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
The Courte at Citrus Heights
SC
AL
IL
MC
Citrus Heights
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,158 / 1,645
No
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,126 / 2,057
55
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #885 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #741 / 1,507
70.8%
Facility 70.8%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #908 / 1,452
A+Citrus Heights Memory Care Dev And Sunrise Oaks Mc PrStudio / Semi-Private
Rancho Ontario 55+ Community
SC
IL
Ontario
280
Facility 280
CA AVG 103
Rank #65 / 1,645
Yes
44
Facility 44
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,487 / 2,057
17
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #605 / 1,507
43.2%
Facility 43.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,393 / 1,452
-Summerville At Cobbco Inc And Emeritus Corporation2 Bed / 3 Bed
St. Paul‘s Villa
SC
AL
MC
RC
San Diego (Bankers Hill)
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 103
Rank #151 / 1,645
Yes
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 58
Rank #155 / 2,057
16
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #716 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
-
56.0%
Facility 56.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,244 / 1,452
A+St. Paul's Episcopal Home, IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Olive Branch Assisted Living
SC
AL
Northridge
146
Facility 146
CA AVG 103
Rank #383 / 1,645
No
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 58
Rank #450 / 2,057
24
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,044 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #454 / 1,507
57.5%
Facility 57.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,225 / 1,452
-North Hills Retirement Hotel, IncPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Timber Ridge At Eureka
SC
AL
MC
Eureka
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 103
Rank #951 / 1,645
Yes
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,323 / 2,057
23
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #885 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #156 / 1,507
76.0%
Facility 76.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #783 / 1,452
-Western Living ConceptsStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed / 4 Bed
Solano Life House
SC
AL
HOS
MC
Dixon
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,218 / 1,645
No
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,126 / 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
65.8%
Facility 65.8%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,080 / 1,452
-Prime Care Senior Living LLCPrivate Rooms
Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel
SC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
RC
Arcadia
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 103
Rank #151 / 1,645
No
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 58
Rank #450 / 2,057
42
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,286 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #361 / 1,507
94.5%
Facility 94.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #235 / 1,452
-Arcadia Gardens Management CorpSingle Suite / Double Suite
A Place Called Home – Calimyrna
SC
AL
MC
Clovis
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
Yes
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 58
Rank #2,042 / 2,057
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #652 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
A+David Murchison-
Brookview RCFE, Inc
SC
AL
RESC
Lincoln
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,677 / 2,057
7-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #344 / 1,507
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #504 / 1,452
A+Brookview Rcfe, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Fullerton Villa
SC
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Fullerton
197
Facility 197
CA AVG 103
Rank #174 / 1,645
No
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,180 / 2,057
24
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #950 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #565 / 1,507
85.3%
Facility 85.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #455 / 1,452
A+First Care Inc-

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Overview of The Courte at Citrus Heights

Conveniently situated in the tranquil neighborhood of Sunrise Boulevard, Citrus Heights, CA, The Courte at Citrus Heights is a one-of-a-kind community that specializes in memory care. The community is dedicated to enhancing residents’ living experiences with top-notch care and assistance around the clock. Here, residents live their golden years without worries with the community’s cozy and purposely built accommodations.

Elevate your retirement with a robust calendar of fun activities and engaging programs tailored to their leisure and wellness. Here, residents have the finest dining experience with healthy and delicious meals satisfying their dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides healthcare services from visiting healthcare providers, medication management, and transportation services to ensure residents’ convenience and safety. Make the most out of your retirement with the community’s dedicated care and inviting setting.

Contact The Courte at Citrus Heights

Overview of Rancho Ontario 55+ Community

Live the retirement of your dreams at Rancho Ontario 55+ Community, an astounding community in Ontario, CA, offering independent living. The community features beautifully furnished and spacious two- and three-bedroom apartments, ensuring residents can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. Residents can feel a sense of belonging in a vibrant and welcoming environment.

Residents have easy access to leisure and necessities with cozy communal spaces and proximity to thriving local amenities. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. Other amenities include a tennis court, a clubhouse, a heated pool, a fitness center, and a dog park, creating the ideal setting for residents to spend their golden years actively.

Contact Rancho Ontario 55+ Community

Overview of St. Paul‘s Villa

Nestled in the heart of Bankers Hill, St. Paul’s Villa provides a home-like atmosphere through our individualized approach to care and living. They have been providing care to San Diego seniors since the year it was founded as a non-profit in 1960. With 24/7 licensed nursing staff, they provide a higher level of care than many communities. Their staff truly loves caring for our seniors and it shows.

Residents of independent living and assisted living both are given their own private rooms for them to feel safe and secure. Community features such as amenities and services are given seamless access to all residents: transportation, all-day dining, and housekeeping. Assisted living residents, though, gain extra service when it comes to assistance with bathing, grooming, medication management, and more. Memory care residents get to receive specialized life enrichment programs and family engagement activities. As for independent living residents who are encouraged to live an active lifestyle are highly encouraged to take advantage of the community’s own fitness studio, sparkling salt-water pool, and full-service pub– to maintain an active lifestyle.

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Overview of Olive Branch Assisted Living

Specializing in assisted living for seniors, Olive Branch Assisted Living provides a unique blend of individualized care and attention alongside a strong sense of community. Their mission is to empower residents to live life to the fullest with dignity, independence, and social connection.

Olive Branch Assisted Living’s unique feature is their focus on resident engagement.  They believe social interaction is vital to well-being with assisted living facilities, so they offer a diverse activity program designed to stimulate mental acuity and foster connections. Residents are encouraged to participate in these enriching programs, shaping their own daily routines.  Additionally, resident council meetings provide a forum for residents to share their voices and help shape the community.  As important as individualized care and attention is to “quality of life”, we at Olive Branch recognize that individuals cannot thrive without feeling like they are a part of a vibrant and active community.

 

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Timber Ridge At Eureka

2740 Timber Ridge Ln, Eureka, CA 95503
Overview of Timber Ridge at Eureka

A distinguished senior living community settling in the serene lands of Timber Ridge Lane, Eureka, CA, Timber Ridge Eureka offers assisted living and memory care services. Enjoy your best years within the beautifully designed and spacious accommodations of Timber Ridge Eureka in various studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. With a committed and highly skilled team providing the utmost care and support, seniors let go of their worries and spend their golden years doing the things they love.

Focusing on seniors’ needs and choices, Timber Ridge Eureka goes above and beyond in conducting enjoyable activities and exciting trips. Treat yourself to a luxurious retirement with various incredible amenities available at your expense. Moreover, the community prepares healthy and tasty meals three times a day to cater to dietary needs and preferences. Timber Ridge Eureka is a haven for seniors seeking to optimize their freedom while receiving the utmost care for their ever-changing needs.

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Overview of Solano Life House

Residing in the serene neighborhood of South Jefferson Street, Dixon, CA, Solano Life House is an esteemed senior living community that offers personal care and memory care. With 38 comfortable and accommodating residences, seniors enjoy unmatched comfort and convenience. The community goes above and beyond to provide top-tier care and assistance around the clock for seniors to ease their worries and enjoy their independence.

Carefully curated activities are conducted to stimulate seniors’ minds and keep them physically active. Residents may also go on trips guided by the community. Solano Life House strives to provide a haven for seniors to spend their golden years without worries and keep their dignity while doing the things they love.

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Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel

Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel, 720 W Camino Real Ave, Arcadia, CA 91007
Overview of Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel

Two hundred beds, twenty-one years of history, and a location in Arcadia, California that scores a 79 on Walk Score: Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel covers a lot of ground for a single community. Assisted living, hospice care, independent living, memory care, and respite care are all offered here, at 720 W Camino Real Ave, and USC Arcadia Hospital sits just over a mile away.

Clinical support runs through licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, with respite care available for families who need coverage on a short-term basis rather than a permanent move. Daily life includes a dining program, volunteer opportunities, a fitness center, and resident gardens, giving residents both structured and unstructured ways to spend time.

Occupancy sits at 95 percent, with 189 of 200 beds filled. That’s well above what’s typical for a California community of this type, and it’s worth noting as a real signal of sustained demand.

Pamela Parsons administers the community, and Arcadia Gardens Management Corp operates the property. State inspections in California have tended to center on infection prevention, staffing credentials, care documentation, and fall prevention.

Arcadia Gardens brings together a wide range of care types, strong occupancy, and a location close to hospital care, the kind of combination that speaks to a community built for residents whose needs may shift over time, all without requiring a move to a different address.

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Overview of A Place Called Home – Calimyrna

Have a peaceful and safe retirement with the outstanding senior living community of A Place Called Home – Calimyrna situated at 2842 Calimyrna Avenue, Clovis, CA, offering assisted living, Alzheimer’s and memory care, and Parkinson’s care. The community is a three-home complex that provides snug and sophisticated residences for seniors’ comfort and security. A team of competent and well-trained professionals takes care of seniors’ daily living activities and personal needs to ensure they enjoy a maintenance-free retirement.

Interact with your friends and cherish every moment with a variety of fun activities and engaging programs. Here, residents enjoy a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. A Place Called Home – Calimyrna strives to create a safe place for seniors to experience a glorious retirement.

Contact A Place Called Home – Calimyrna

Brookview RCFE, Inc

2061 Butterfield Ln, Lincoln, CA 95648
Overview of Brookview Rcfe

Brookview RCFE is a distinguished community in Lincoln, CA, along Butterfield Lane, offering assisted living. In the community’s nurturing and welcoming environment, a compassionate and well-trained team provides top-tier care tailored to residents’ daily activities and personal needs to ensure their comfort and safety. Residents here can keep their peace of mind, especially with its private and shared rooms offered at reasonable rates.

To enhance residents’ living experiences, engaging programs and exciting events tailored to their interests and capabilities are conducted. Accommodating residents’ dietary needs, delicious and well-balanced home-cooked meals are served for a satisfactory dining experience. The community is ideal for those looking to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its dedicated services and friendly setting.

Contact Brookview RCFE, Inc

Fullerton Villa

2441 W. Orangethorpe Ave, Fullerton, CA 92833
Overview of Fullerton Villa

Fullerton Villa in Orange County is a 197-bed assisted living community in Fullerton, California. It offers 24-hour staffing with nursing care supervision and medication management throughout the building. The facility is operated by First Care Inc. and has been licensed by the California Department of Social Services as a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly since 2017.

Inspected by the California Department of Social Services, Fullerton Villa has totaled 5 citations since 2021, half California’s average of 10, and 11 complaints against a statewide norm of 14. No fines exist in the latest inspection in February 2026, putting the overall score at 76 out of 100 against California’s benchmark of 70.

Private rooms with hardwood floors and 24/7 nursing oversight are among the offerings. Provided throughout the week are room service and housekeeping.

With 24-hour nursing supervision and a compliance record running consistently below the state citation average, Fullerton Villa suits older adults in Orange County who require assisted living in a big, established community.

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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.