Page 70 of Best Senior Communities in California

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2,083 senior communities in CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities in CA
Reviewed by
Last updated
We analyzed These are the facilities in California our team has analyzed — not a count of every senior community provider in California.
2,083 homes
Other senior care options in California:

Video Tour: Top-rated Senior Communities facilities in California.

Watch this Video to see California's Top-rated Senior Communities
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

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.

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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. 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.
Atherton Court Alzheimer’s Residence
SC
MC
Fremont (Centerville)
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,199 / 1,645
Yes
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,048 / 2,057
15
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #716 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #390 / 1,507
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,185 / 1,452
Summerville At Atherton Court LLCSemi-Private Rooms
Blissful Garden
SC
AL
MC
Cameron Park
46
Facility 46
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,169 / 1,645
No
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,929 / 2,057
17
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #716 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
84.8%
Facility 84.8%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #466 / 1,452
Blissful Garden-
Ivy Park at San Marino
SC
AL
MC
San Gabriel (East Pasadena)
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 103
Rank #963 / 1,645
Yes
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,156 / 2,057
9
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
77.0%
Facility 77.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #750 / 1,452
Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed
The Gardens at Park Balboa
SC
ADC
AL
MC
RC
Van Nuys
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #559 / 1,645
Yes
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 58
Rank #701 / 2,057
31
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,157 / 1,387
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,287 / 1,433
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #247 / 1,507
88.3%
Facility 88.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #393 / 1,452
Park Balboa, LP, Garrett Loube, Managing PartnerStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill
SC
AL
MC
San Francisco (Cathedral Hill)
210
Facility 210
CA AVG 103
Rank #134 / 1,645
Yes
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 58
Rank #2 / 2,057
50
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,224 / 1,387
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,384 / 1,433
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #776 / 1,507
81.9%
Facility 81.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #633 / 1,452
Coventry Subtenant LP And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Studio Royale by Cogir
SC
AL
IL
Culver City (Washington Culver)
175
Facility 175
CA AVG 103
Rank #233 / 1,645
Yes
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 58
Rank #111 / 2,057
58
46
Facility 46
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,335 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #565 / 1,507
50.3%
Facility 50.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,303 / 1,452
Studio Royale, LLC And Cadence Sl Royale, LLCStudio
The Kensington
SC
AL
IL
MC
Walnut Creek
200
Facility 200
CA AVG 103
Rank #151 / 1,645
Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 58
Rank #767 / 2,057
31
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,322 / 1,507
73.5%
Facility 73.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #839 / 1,452
Kensington Tenant LLC & Kisco Senior Living, LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cedarbrook Memory Care Community
SC
AL
MC
Fresno
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,012 / 1,645
No
64
Facility 64
CA AVG 58
Rank #922 / 2,057
29
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1,387
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,094 / 1,433
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #361 / 1,507
77.9%
Facility 77.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #719 / 1,452
Fresno Memory Care, LLCSuite
Las Villas del Norte
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Escondido (Central Escondido)
198
Facility 198
CA AVG 103
Rank #171 / 1,645
Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 58
Rank #597 / 2,057
45
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,253 / 1,387
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,156 / 1,433
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
91.4%
Facility 91.4%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #310 / 1,452
Escondido Sh LLC And Integral Senior Lvg Mgmt LLCStudio / 1 Bed / Suite
Westmont of Chico
SC
AL
IL
MC
Chico
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,158 / 1,645
Yes
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,885 / 2,057
20
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #390 / 1,507
52.1%
Facility 52.1%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,288 / 1,452
Terraces Operations LP, The And Westmont Living IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2,083 on this page.

Rows per page:
View all Nearby Homes
1...697071...208
Overview of Atherton Court Alzheimer’s Residence

Quietly nestled in Fremont, CA, Atherton Court Alzheimer’s Residence is a peaceful community that offers specialized memory care to those living with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Residents here are warmly welcomed into safe and secure accommodations with easy access to main services. Their specially-trained team of caregivers goes above and beyond in helping residents thrive by offering them assistance with their daily living activities like personal hygiene and medication management.

They enrich residents’ lives by providing an array of engaging activities tailored to stimulate their minds and physical well-being. Healthy and delicious meals are also served daily to ensure residents maintain proper nutrition. Here, they create a warm and supportive environment that makes residents feel included and encouraged to forge meaningful connections and experiences.

Contact Atherton Court Alzheimer’s Residence

Blissful Garden

4210 Product Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682
Overview of Blissful Garden

Operating for five years, establishing itself in the local community, Blissful Garden is a 46-bed nursing home in Cameron Park, California. As a smaller skilled nursing facility, it offers a more intimate setting for residents who require ongoing nursing care and rehabilitation services.

The setting in Cameron Park is car-dependent, with most errands and destinations needing minimal driving. This location suits residents with family or caregivers who can allot transportation for appointments, outings, and activities outside the facility.

The home operates under the licensing and oversight of California’s health and safety regulations.

Families who are evaluating Blissful Garden must make a trip to the facility on-site to know more about room types, the care team and their qualifications, meal options, and the daily activities and programs offered to residents.

Contact Blissful Garden

Ivy Park at San Marino

8332 Huntington Drive, San Gabriel, CA 91775
Overview of Ivy Park at San Marino

Only a short distance from the energetic Los Angeles County comes the affluent city of San Gabriel, CA, home to the elite senior living community Ivy Park at San Marino. Offering a range of senior living options, Ivy Park provides comprehensive assisted living and specialized memory care through its Evergreen at Ivy program. The community offers services specifically devised to improve its residents’ independence and general well-being, catering to every stage of retirement.

Committed to fostering a fulfilling lifestyle, Ivy Park focuses on maximizing independence and personal fulfillment for each resident. A wide range of facilities are available to community residents, such as a full-service salon, hydro spa, activities studio, library, Vine at Ivy Restaurant for all-day dining, and indoor and outdoor lounge areas for relaxing or having deep conversations with friends. To provide a lively and comfortable environment, residents also benefit from weekly housekeeping, scheduled transportation, round-the-clock personal care assistance, and interesting social and educational programs.

Contact Ivy Park at San Marino

Overview of The Gardens at Park Balboa

A unique senior living community settled on the serene grounds of Kester Avenue, Van Nuys, CA, The Gardens at Park Balboa offers assisted living, memory care, respite care, and adult day programs. Live in comfort and elegance within the beautifully designed and spacious accommodations in diverse floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments. The community exceeds expectations in lending extra hands for seniors to receive top-tier care and assistance tailored to their ever-changing needs and desires.

The Gardens at Park Balboa encourage residents to maintain an active and socially engaged lifestyle for leisure and wellness. Live an active and well-engaged lifestyle with incredible amenities and luxurious spaces. Have the finest dining experience with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. The Gardens at Park Balboa are ideal for seniors aiming to live independently while receiving the utmost guidance from the community.

Contact The Gardens at Park Balboa

Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill

1550 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94109
Overview of Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill

The exceptional Walk Score of 99 is a worth leading with. Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill sits on Sutter Street in San Francisco’s Cathedral Hill neighborhood, making it a walker’s paradise where daily errands don’t require a car and California Pacific Medical Center is four-tenths of a mile away. For a senior living community, that kind of urban density is a structural advantage.

The building is a mid-rise with 210 beds across studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units ranging from 400 to 550 square feet. Oakmont Management Group operates the community; Chris Schuster is the administrator. At 8 years in operation, the facility currently runs at 82% occupancy with 172 beds filled. The care mandate covers assisted living, independent living, and memory care under one roof.

On-site services include licensed nurses and CNAs, 24-hour staffing, transportation, and fitness and recreation. Pets are welcome. The facility is California state-licensed as a Residential Care Elderly community, not CMS-certified; Medicare and Medicaid don’t apply here. State inspections have covered medication management and fall and injury prevention among other areas.

Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill is a large, multi-care-type community in one of San Francisco’s most walkable senior living corridors, suited to residents who want proximity to urban amenities and full-spectrum care options under private-pay terms.

Contact Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill

Overview of Studio Royale by Cogir

Nestled in the peaceful neighborhood of Overland Avenue, Culver City, CA, Studio Royale by Cogir is a reliable senior living community focusing on assisted living. With senior’s wellness in mind, the community provides small and large studios for optimum comfort and safety. The community goes above and beyond in delivering the highest quality of care and support to ensure residents have an unforgettable experience within Studio Royale by Cogir.

Enjoyable activities and exciting events are orchestrated to empower seniors to flourish and live their best lives. Spend quality time with friends and cherish wonderful moments in the snug spaces all around the community. Indulge in delicious and healthy meals served restaurant style to meet residents’ nutritional requirements and tastes. In Studio Royale, residents utilize stunning amenities and enjoy its serene landscapes for unmatched relaxation.

Contact Studio Royale by Cogir

Overview of The Kensington

The Kensington is a senior living community in Walnut Creek, California. The community offers Assisted Living and Memory Care in a friendly environment where residents and associates enjoy being served and serving others. Their philosophy and approach for safety and security, trust and transparency, and five-star service delivery have always been their top priorities. Aging in place is essential to residents and their families. The Kensington allows senior residents to find The Art of Living Well® balance that’s right for them.

Kensington’s primary goal is to preserve dignity and enable residents to be as independent as they can safely manage. The community features an open-concept dining room that is bright and airy, with abundant natural light and beautiful architectural details. The talented culinary team shares the commitment to providing residents with a one-of-a-kind dining experience while ensuring they are healthy and made to the highest of standards.

Contact The Kensington

Overview of Cedarbrook Memory Care Community

Cedarbrook, located in Fresno, CA, offers a tranquil and secure setting for memory care. The community provides exceptional care and assistance to residents dealing with Alzheimer’s and memory loss with the help of a dedicated on-site team and nurses, available to support residents 24/7. Security is paramount to the community that they make sure to equip each apartment with advanced security systems, including motion and window sensors and long pull cords so residents can easily alert caregivers to their exact location and notify the team.

Fostering an active and engaging lifestyle, Cedarbrook offers a plethora of amenities and diverse activities that aims to nurture resident’s holistic wellbeing. Residents are free to participate in a variety of arts & crafts classes and exercise classes and participate in dining experiences, special celebrations, and events. With exceptional care and a variety of programs and activities, Cedarbrook offers a vibrant and supportive environment, making it an excellent choice for seniors.

Contact Cedarbrook Memory Care Community

Overview of Las Villas Del Norte

Spend your golden years like a lifetime vacation with the exceptional senior living community of Las Villas Del Norte set in the stunning Las Villas Way, Escondido, CA, that provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. Featuring a wide selection of meticulously designed and sophisticated floor plans including private and shared suites, studios, and one-bedroom apartments, the community promises comfort and security like no other.

Experience the warm and welcoming environment of the community and maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle through engaging activities. Dining is an experience with delectable and healthy meals catering to nutritional requirements and preferences. Las Villas Del Norte is a good place for seniors to live their best years with its quaint campus surrounded by tranquil spaces and a friendly neighborhood.

Contact Las Villas del Norte

Westmont of Chico

2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, Chico, CA 95928
Overview of Westmont of Chico

Experience the lifestyle of your dreams with Westmont of Chico, a distinguished senior living community situated in the pristine lake of Chico, CA, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Residents have a comfortable and safe retirement with specially designed and cozy amenities of the community. With a respectful and highly skilled team caring for their needs and preferences, residents have more time to focus on the things they truly enjoy.

Participate in engaging activities and enjoyable programs to maintain an active and socially connected retirement. Here, residents have a delightful dining experience with healthy and delicious meals that cater to their nutritional needs and tastes. Westmont of Chico goes above and beyond to provide the finest retirement experience with its incredible amenities and compassionate care.

Contact Westmont of Chico

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
No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
How we're paid: If we help you find a community and you move in, that community may pay us a referral fee. This never affects where they rank or what you pay. Learn more
Submit a correction

Nearby Cities

Who we are

Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way

We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.

Contact us Today

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.