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Avg Walk Score: 57/ 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: 104The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Senior Communities around California

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.

Harrison Villa of Mt. San Antonio Gardens
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Pomona
520
Facility 520
CA AVG 104
Rank #16 / 1644
No
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 57
Rank #1470 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
12
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #92 / 1497
84.0% -Congregational Homes, IncorporatedStudio
Carlsbad By The Sea Care Center
SC
NH
SNF
Carlsbad (Carlsbad Village)
224
Facility 224
CA AVG 104
Rank #116 / 1644
No
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 57
Rank #43 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
83-
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #123 / 1497
84.8% A+Front Porch Communities And Services-
Vi at La Jolla Village
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
San Diego (University City)
783
Facility 783
CA AVG 104
Rank #5 / 1644
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 57
Rank #218 / 2087
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 81
Rank #731 / 1400
29
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1055 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #159 / 1497
69.3% -Ccw La Jolla LLC, Cc La Jolla LLC, And Classic Res MgmtSuite / Penthouse / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Vi at Palo Alto
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Palo Alto
876
Facility 876
CA AVG 104
Rank #1 / 1644
No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #416 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
20
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #337 / 1497
73.1% -Cc Palo Alto LLC And Classic Res. Mgmt. Ltd. Partner1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Reutlinger Community
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Danville
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 104
Rank #560 / 1644
No
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 57
Rank #1715 / 2087
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #631 / 1400
22
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #884 / 1386
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1159
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #217 / 1497
65.0% A+Reutlinger Community, The And Eskaton Properties IncStudio / 1 Bed
OakView Health Center
SC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Thousand Oaks (Mountclef Village)
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 104
Rank #1055 / 1644
No
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 57
Rank #1841 / 2087
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1400
7
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #431 / 1497
79.4% A+Oakview Hc LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Covenant Living at the Samarkand
SC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Santa Barbara (Samarkand)
379
Facility 379
CA AVG 104
Rank #31 / 1644
No
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 57
Rank #1343 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1400
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #92 / 1497
85.2% A+Covenant Living West-
Canterbury Woods
SC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Pacific Grove
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 104
Rank #180 / 1644
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 57
Rank #383 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1400
9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1159
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 13
Rank #34 / 1497
72.6% A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ridgeview Health Center
SC
AL
MC
NH
SNF
San Diego (Scripps Ranch)
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 104
Rank #1011 / 1644
No
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 57
Rank #1941 / 2087
92
Facility 92
CA AVG 81
Rank #308 / 1400
17
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1111 / 1497
85.3% -Crestview Hc LLC-
The Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens a CCRC
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Fresno
652
Facility 652
CA AVG 104
Rank #9 / 1644
Yes
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 57
Rank #1155 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1400
4
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 13
Rank #108 / 1497
57.2% A+Humangood & Humangood Norcal & Humangood Fresno-
Webster House
SC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Palo Alto (Crescent Park)
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 104
Rank #1114 / 1644
Yes
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 57
Rank #171 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
7
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 13
Rank #615 / 1497
90.7% -Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
O‘Connor Woods
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Stockton (Sherwood Manor)
499
Facility 499
CA AVG 104
Rank #23 / 1644
Yes
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 57
Rank #1821 / 2087
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
Rank #185 / 1400
11
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 13
Rank #82 / 1497
0-O'connor Woods HousingStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
University Retirement Community
SC
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Davis (West Davis)
500
Facility 500
CA AVG 104
Rank #22 / 1644
No
54
Facility 54
CA AVG 57
Rank #1240 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1400
12
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #526 / 1386
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1159
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #159 / 1497
0-Univer Retire Com At Davis/Pacific Retire Services1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
The Vineyards – California Armenian Home
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RESC
SNF
Fresno (Roosevelt)
412
Facility 412
CA AVG 104
Rank #27 / 1644
Yes
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 57
Rank #1793 / 2087
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 81
Rank #355 / 1400
14
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1386
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1159
41
Facility 41
CA AVG 13
Rank #38 / 1497
54.1% -California Home For The Aged IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Spring Lake Village
SC
NH
AL
IL
MC
Santa Rosa (Melita)
679
Facility 679
CA AVG 104
Rank #8 / 1644
Yes
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 57
Rank #1921 / 2087
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1400
13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1386
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1159
39
Facility 39
CA AVG 13
Rank #45 / 1497
0A+Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Overview of Mary‘s Manor

Serving residents in Fremont, California, for 26 years, Mary’s Manor is a small, single-story assisted living and memory care home a short drive from the city center. The community has just 6 beds and offers private and semi-private rooms. Its secure setting is designed with memory care residents in mind. The home’s occupancy is currently full.

Caregivers are available 24 hours a day to help residents with activities of daily living. Companionship services go beyond personal care and include medication reminders and help getting to medical and non-medical appointments. Wheelchair-accessible bathrooms support residents with mobility needs. Residents receive home-cooked meals prepared around their nutritional needs and dietary restrictions. Transportation services are also available.

State inspections conducted by California’s Department of Social Services have mainly focused on medication and hazardous material storage. Reviews have also covered bathroom cleanliness, safety equipment, general upkeep, and staff training records. Follow-up inspections confirmed that these issues were addressed. No outstanding deficiencies remained.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 56, which is moderately walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, while other trips require driving. Families looking for a smaller setting may value the six-bed, single-story layout, which allows for close interaction between residents and staff throughout the day.

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Overview of Astoria Senior Living and Memory Care

Set in the welcoming community of Oakdale, CA, the Astoria Senior Living and Memory Care is an enticing community providing assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Cozy and spacious accommodations including studio and deluxe are available for its residents. Having a highly equipped and compassionate team, this community is committed to giving the utmost care and support for those with cognitive conditions through its memory care programs. Short-term stays with extra care are also available for respite care services.

With its top-tier community features, residents can enjoy the following: beautifully landscaped and shaded courtyard featuring raised bed gardens and seating areas; resident kitchen and library; and a wellness office. Engage in diverse social activities in multipurpose activity areas. Participate in recreational trips and scenic tours with transportation provided. At the Astoria Senior Living and Memory Care, seniors can truly enjoy a glorious retirement.

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Overview of The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care

Set in the beautiful Heritagetown Drive, Redding, CA, The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care is a prominent senior living community offering assisted living and memory care. With a wide range of beautifully crafted and spacious accommodations, seniors optimize their comfort and security. The community doubles its efforts to deliver the best possible care that matches seniors’ needs and aspirations to experience a worry-free retirement.

The community fosters a bright and inviting environment, providing opportunities to create meaningful interactions and gain new knowledge along the way. Have an unforgettable dining experience with delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. The Vistas Assisted Living and Memory Care is a wonderful community that strives to provide a safe place for seniors to thrive and live as they prefer during their golden years with its stunning amenities and accessible spaces.

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Ivy Park at Roseville

5161 Foothills Blvd, Roseville, CA 95747
Overview of Ivy Park at Roseville

Ivy Park at Roseville, located in Roseville, CA, is a senior living community offering assisted living services to its residents. This senior living community aims to provide a unique and fulfilling retirement experience through their wide array of services and amenities including personalized care and assistance with daily living activities as needed, as well as basic healthcare support.

In this retirement community, residents are provided spacious accommodations equipped with emergency response systems, utilities, and basic cable. They also offer weekly and bi-weekly housekeeping and laundry, to reduce the energy consuming tasks the residents may have to do. Additionally they offer an all-day dining option where residents can partake freshly cooked meals prepared to cater to their preferences as well as dietary needs.

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Overview of Windsor Court Assisted Living – Palm Springs

Overlooking the serene area of Palm Springs, CA, Windsor Court Assisted Living – Palm Springs is an inviting senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care options. The community empowers its residents to thrive and live a comfortable retirement life by offering them various healthcare services tailored to their needs, including support with their daily living activities and specialized memory care services. Residents enjoy blissful day-to-day life in the comfort of their stunning accommodations surrounded by top-notch amenities.

Dedicated to its residents’ fulfillment, the community also conducts a wide array of activities and programs that are designed to elevate residents’ vitality and well-being. Home-made meals and convenient services like housekeeping and laundry are offered to remove the common tiring chores from residents’ plates. Here, residents are provided with whatever they need to live a relaxing way of life.

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Peninsula Pointe by Cogir

27520 Hawthorne Blvd, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
Overview of Peninsula Pointe by Cogir

A one-of-a-kind senior living community settling in the tranquil lands of Hawthorne Boulevard, Rolling Hills Estates, CA, that features assisted living and memory care. With various floor plans including private and shared studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, seniors enjoy comfort and convenience at its finest. A team of reliable and compassionate professionals delivers exceptional care and assistance for seniors to experience a glorious retirement, free of hassles.

The community fosters a friendly and inviting community, conducting fun programs and engaging activities for seniors’ leisure and well-being. With a lot of things to do, seniors learn new things and rediscover old hobbies. Enjoy delicious and healthy meals served to satisfy dietary needs and preferences. With its sophisticated and large spaces, Peninsula Pointe by Cogir strives to provide seniors with a haven to flourish.

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Overview of Eskaton Village Roseville

Eskaton Village Roseville offers a vibrant senior living experience in West Roseville, CA conveniently located near shops, restaurants, parks, and medical services. This community features a main Lodge providing independent living, assisted living, short-term stays, and memory care services, surrounded by a picturesque neighborhood of private residences. Residents can choose from spacious accommodations with various floor plans to suit their tastes. Eskaton Village Roseville is dedicated to personalized care, especially for those experiencing dementia or Alzheimer’s, with specialized programs and enhanced wellness support.

Enjoy its exceptional amenities including 24-hour staffing, licensed nurse oversight, iWave air purification, smart home technology, and weekly housekeeping. The community also offers a Campus Village Center with a café bistro, fitness center, heated pool, library, and more. With Eskaton Connect, residents and families stay connected through an easy-to-use app, ensuring a fulfilling and enriching lifestyle at Eskaton Village Roseville.

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A Family of Care

1945 St Martins Pl, Brentwood, CA 94513
Overview of A Family of Care

A Family of Care is a dedicated residential care community that has three welcoming locations across Brentwood, CA, offering a wide range of care options. The community goes above and beyond to provide older adults with a family-like atmosphere where they are well-cared for. Memory care, hospice care, and assistance with daily living activities are provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Here, residents’ holistic wellness is prioritized with services that enrich them physically, socially, and emotionally.

Residents can freely interact with peers and live actively with plenty of recreational activities and wellness programs. Cozy communal areas and spacious living spaces are also provided for residents’ comfort. With serene parks and local amenities located near each home in Brentwood, the community ensures convenient access to leisure and necessities. This residential care community is one of the top choices for retirement in California, as reflected with its high standards of care.

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Overview of The Plaza at Westwood Senior Living

Operating for five years, The Plaza at Westwood Senior Living is a three-story assisted living community operated by Sta Management Inc in Westwood, Los Angeles. It offers studio suite housing and has 136 total beds, currently at 46 percent occupancy.

Situated on Westwood Boulevard in a highly walkable neighborhood where most errands can be finished on foot, the home sits convenient to shopping, services, and public transit. Pets are welcome, and the facility supports various pet companions.

Since opening, the community has undergone regular state inspections that the California Department of Social Services oversees. Inspections have flagged periodic concerns: environmental safety and administrative compliance, including proper water temperature maintenance and timely incident documentation. A recent investigation into resident care allegations found no substantiated deficiencies, mirroring the home’s responsiveness to oversight feedback.

Touring in person and speaking with staff will give you a clear sense of the daily culture, staffing approach, available services, activities, and dining options. That hands-on visit is invaluable when assessing fit for a loved one.

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Overview of Brighter Living Senior Care

Better Living Senior Care is one of the residential care facilities located in Modesto, CA, offering assisted living services to their residents. This six-bed residential care home offers both long-term and short-term care services for their residents, providing them with 24/7 supervision, assistance with daily living activities, medication management, bedside and incontinence assistance, mobility assistance, as well as surgery recovery and companionship.

Better Living Senior Care prides itself with the quality of care they provide, all thanks to their staff to resident ratio, providing more opportunities for the staff to look after each resident better. In this senior care home, residents are provided home cooked meals and snacks, with consideration to their special diets, grooming assistance, and daily housekeeping and laundry services to ensure that the home stays spotless and sanitized for their safety.

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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.