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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Rockridge

Merrill Gardens at Rockridge offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Oakland, CA. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. The community has 150 beds and is administered by Niare Dawn Feaster. A resident whose needs grow over time may find the range of care levels useful, since moving to a different level of care can happen within the same community. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. A Walk Score of 96 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still complete them independently.

Starting Price $5,100/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Moraga Royale

Moraga Royale offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Moraga, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management while a resident retains a personal living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The combination of assisted living and memory care may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

Moraga Royale has 120 beds. Residents can use salon and spa services and rehabilitation services, while transportation is available for medical appointments, shopping, and planned outings. Daily fitness, wellness, and social programs, along with weekly professional or community entertainment, give residents scheduled activities to attend.

Chef-prepared meals and snacks are served daily as part of the community’s dining service. Faileloto T Rickman is the administrator, and Berg Senior Services operates Moraga Royale.

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Overview of Lantern Crest

Lantern Crest offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Santee, CA. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering.

Having all three care levels in one community may make Lantern Crest a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time. A move to another level can happen without leaving the community. Respite care is also available for short stays when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Lantern Crest opened in 2013, and Liz Najera serves as its administrator. With 180 beds, the community is among the larger ones, with more residents, staff, and programming.

Residents can use the heated outdoor swimming pool, gardens, putting greens, indoor and outdoor fitness areas, salon and spa, movie theatre, game room, library, and on-site restaurant. Pets are allowed, so residents can keep a pet with them.

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Overview of A & D Residential Care

A & D Residential care is one of Antioch’s care homes for the elderly. They provide assisted living services to their residents, within the comfort of a home-like environment. Part of the services they provide include medication management, assistance with daily living activities, as well as 24 hr supervision and security.

The residents of A & D enjoy the regular home-cooked meals that are prepared with consideration to their dietary needs and restrictions. Furthermore, the residents also enjoy the regular programs the staff prepares, promoting physical and mental health. Lastly, the residents need not to worry about the usual energy consuming chores, as the staff already takes care of laundry and housekeeping.

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Overview of The Commons at Woodland Hills

The Commons at Woodland Hills is a luxury senior living community, located in the vibrant area of Woodland Hills, CA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services to help residents successfully age in place. Residents are welcomed into the comfort and security of carefully curated apartments with various floor plans and premium features, such as convenience of weekly linen services and 24-hour emergency response systems. A 24-hour care team is available to provide residents needing extra care a wide range of care services, including medication supervision, personal laundry, bathing and grooming, and other daily living activities.

Dedicated to providing a fun and unique living experience to its residents, the community provides an abundance of interesting and engaging activities and programs, including group fitness classes, art lessons, or scenic drives. Delicious and nutritionally balanced meals are provided to make sure residents’ cravings and needs are always satisfied. Amenities, such as a card room, library, arts & crafts room, beauty shop, and onsite laundry facilities, are available to provide residents with more convenience and spaces for relaxation and entertainment.

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Overview of Montclair Villa

Montclair Villa is a family-owned and operated care home in Rocklin, CA, that offers assisted living, memory care, hospice, and palliative care. The community ensures older adults are comfortable and safe with its warm and home-like environment. With 24-hour support, three home-cooked meals, and daily housekeeping, residents have a maintenance-free lifestyle. Here, residents receive the utmost attention and care through personalized care dedicated to their needs and preferences.

Light exercises, social events, and various games provide residents with more opportunities to try new things and gain fun experiences. Mobility assistance and transportation arrangements are also available to ensure residents can move around and travel without hassles. With its ideal location in the quiet residential area of Rocklin, residents have a laid-back lifestyle. This care home strives to help older adults make the most of their best years, making it a trusted choice for senior living in California.

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Overview of Katella Senior Living Community

Katella Senior Living Community offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Los Alamitos, California. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time or a family seeking temporary support. The community has 140 beds and flexible month-to-month leases, so a resident can arrange care without committing to a long-term lease. Small dogs and cats are allowed, which may let a resident continue living with a companion animal.

An outdoor courtyard gives residents access to outdoor space. Off-site transportation within a 15-mile radius supports trips beyond the community. Diabetic, vegan, soft, and puréed meals are available for documented dietary needs and texture requirements. A Walk Score of 77 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently. Christine Greenway serves as administrator, and Ktla Properties operates the community.

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Overview of Cogir of Sonoma

Located in the harmonious neighborhood of Oregon Street, Sonoma, CA, Cogir of Sonoma is a blissful senior living community, that provides assisted living and independent living. Live in comfort and luxury with sophisticated and well-designed floor plans including one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. The community strives to deliver the highest quality of care and assistance for seniors to enjoy a worry-free retirement within its beautiful grounds.

Engaging activities and fun learning opportunities are conducted to encourage seniors to remain active and happy. From its well-made hallways and amenities, the community ensures the finest experience for residents. Delight in healthy and tasty meals catering to seniors’ dietary needs and preferences. With its ethereal grounds and wonderful amenities, Cogir of Sonoma strives to be a safe place for seniors to spend their golden years in style.

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The Reserve at Thousand Oaks

3575 N Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Overview of The Reserve at Thousand Oaks

The Reserve at Thousand Oaks in Thousand Oaks, CA, delivers assisted living and short-term respite care. Assisted living provides personal care support for daily tasks while residents maintain their own apartments. Respite care offers short-term stays, serving as a practical option when primary family caregivers need time away.

Accommodating 170 beds, the property offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans that cater to single residents or those seeking extra living space. Pet-friendly guidelines allow residents to live with their pets on campus. Daily operations are overseen by administrator Elizabeth Spencer, with management provided by Msl Community Management/The Reserve Msl.

Payment relies primarily on private funding methods. With a walk score of 36, the neighborhood is car-dependent, so off-site errands and appointments generally require driving or arranged transportation.

Prospective residents exploring assisted living or temporary respite care can connect with the facility to inquire about floor plans or schedule a visit.

Starting Price $4,100/Month Info Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

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Overview of Villas at San Bernardino

Located in San Bernardino, CA, is Villas at San Bernardino, an upscale senior living community designed for seniors needing assisted living and memory care services. Their memory care facility is dedicated in providing top quality care to its residents; from their well appointed studio and one bedroom accommodations that feature emergency call systems, to their 24 hour staff availability. Residents of the Villas at San Bernardino are provided assistance with daily living activities, and specialized programs for Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

Additionally, they offer a rich array of amenities aimed at residents’ social and physical needs, including all day restaurant dining, pharmacy services, pet therapy, yoga, weekly live entertainment, and weekly lunch outings. They also provide regular housekeeping and laundry services to ensure cleanliness and keep the facility sanitized.

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Senior Communities in California at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 56/ 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: 74The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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