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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
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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

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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.

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 North La Costa Assisted Living

Conveniently located in the heart of Carlsbad, CA, North La Costa Assisted Living is a welcoming senior living community that offers a blend of elegance and personalized care for seniors. The community provides a comprehensive range of care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care, all within beautifully designed living spaces. Residents can choose from a variety of thoughtfully designed accommodations with several floor plans, ensuring a comfortable living space tailored to individual needs.

The community is committed to holistic well-being, providing enriching activites such as music sessions and recreational outings. A dedicated team coordinates personalized healthcare services, from medication management to in-home medical visits. Moreover, residents can enjoy top-tier amenities such as pet therapy and wellness visits from stylists, creating a vibrant atmosphere where they can thrive. North La Costa Assisted Living is committed to fostering an engaging community focused on comfort, dignity enjoy for every resident.

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Overview of Bella Care Home – Pierce Ave

Bella Care Home LLC, nestled in the serene community of Clovis, California, stands as a beacon of compassionate nursing home care. Owned and operated by dedicated registered nurses, the facility is expanding to serve seniors and families better. The heartwarming journey began in 2014, initiated by a caring couple with over two decades of medical expertise. The staff, seasoned caregivers, take pride in their work, ensuring residents feel cherished and supported, embodying the essence of a united family.

At Bella Care Home, personalized services define the resident experience. Every aspect is tailored to individual needs, from housekeeping and linen services to nutritious daily meals and snacks. The facility excels in mobility management, health services, and medication administration. Assistance with daily activities, including eating, bathing, and toileting, is delivered with dignity and respect. Social and recreational activities enrich residents’ lives, creating a vibrant nursing home community. 

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Garden Abode

17067 Coyote Bush Dr, San Diego, CA 92127
Overview of Garden Abode

Nestled in San Diego, Garden Abode is a trusted residential senior living community that offers quality assisted living care driven by compassion and dignity. Offering a range of services from assisted living to memory care, management ensures that individuals from all housing options receive the proper care they deserve. Providing family-like treatment for its residents is the heart of its mission.

Garden Abode is committed to delivering world-class hospitality in a cozy home-like setting that offers premier accommodations tailored to the needs of its residents. Community amenities and services include recreational activities, enriching programs, hospice care, a formal dining room, and an outdoor common space– to name a few.

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Overview of Elegance Manor

Elegance Manor, located in Roseville, CA, is a small senior living community and residential care facility for the elderly founded in 2018. Committed to providing its residents a rich aging experience, the staff ensures that each resident is given enough care and opportunities for a healthy purposeful living. This is achieved through round the clock monitoring and staff availability for care, as well as assistance with daily living activities.
Additionally, the residents are also provided meals to nourish their bodies, prepared using premium ingredients and with care and consideration to their required nutritional needs. Residents are also assisted with medication management and monitoring, and escorted during community outings and activities, ensuring their comfort and safety at all times.

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Overview of Alondra Home Care

Alondra Home Care is a dependable community based in the thriving neighborhood of Oakland, CA, that offers home care. The community strives to accommodate a wide range of conditions, including those with dementia, Parkinson’s, and cancer, ensuring the highest quality of life. From 24-hour care to live-in care, older adults receive the care that best matches their needs and preferences.

For those who need supplementary care after surgery, the community provides post-surgery and rehabilitation to ensure a smooth transition back into their lives. Through its veterans program, Veterans do not have to leave the safety of their homes to receive the utmost care they deserve. With top-notch care and support delivered at your doorsteps, the community ensures comfort and convenience like no other.

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Overview of Pepper Tree Assisted Living

Pepper Tree specializes in assisted living care in a cozy, safe, home-like environment. Seniors are guaranteed to feel welcomed in a friendly atmosphere because of the trusted friendship that is beaming among caregivers and residents; they can experience graceful aging thanks to the support and experience of the staff. Pepper Tree ensures its residents a sanctuary built with care, companionship, and serenity.
The cozy home-like setting offers a range of services focused on the holistic wellness of its residents– 24/7 personalized care, specialized programs, recreational activities, meals served daily, housekeeping services, and transportation services provided.

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Overview of Roses & Ivy Assisted Living Facility for the Elderly

Roses & Ivy Assisted Living Facility for the Elderly is one of Chico, California’s premier teams, providing a high level of care in a Victorian home setting. Residents experience an intimate atmosphere with personalized care and a rich array of daily activities. The facility is known for its elegant and vibrant environment, offering well-recommended assisted senior living services in the area, including an extraordinary dining program featuring freshly picked foods and spices, along with transfer and ambulatory assistance.

Roses & Ivy goes beyond the basics, offering a resident activity program, housekeeping, and linen services. The facility provides numerous amenities, including basic hygiene items, smart TVs, and complimentary transportation services. With its homelike and picturesque setting, Roses & Ivy Assisted Living Facility for the Elderly offers a welcoming and supportive environment, making it an excellent choice for those seeking residential assisted living.

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Overview of Safe Haven – Natomas

Safe Haven – Natomas is an idyllic community in Sacramento, CA that promotes independence and high quality of life through its wide array of care services. Residents here are offered access to independent living, assisted living, and memory care for their individual needs. Those needing extra care thrive with a compassionate care team available 24/7 to help them with their personal care, medications, and emergencies.

Dedicated to creating a vibrant environment for residents, the community offers an array of fun and exciting activities for their enrichment. Conveniences like housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services are also available for a carefree living experience. At Safe Haven – Natomas they go above and beyond in creating an environment that nurtures and empowers.

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Overview of Vista at Simi Valley

Located in Simi Valley, California, a few miles from Los Robles Regional Medical Center, Vista at Simi Valley is an assisted living and memory care community. The community is operated by Vista at Simi Valley LLC and Vista Senior Mgmt LLC. Madison Lewis serves as the administrator.

The 130-bed community has been serving residents for 18 years. It currently has an occupancy rate of about 72%. The area has a Walk Score of 54, which is moderately walkable. Some errands can be completed on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Residents receive housekeeping, medication management, prepared meals, and assistance with activities of daily living. Staff is available 24 hours a day to provide support when needed. The community also features a spa, theater, fitness center, activity room, and courtyard. Pets are welcome, so residents can keep a companion animal after moving in.

State inspections have shown a mixed record over the years. There were periods of full compliance along with findings related to resident supervision and care plan documentation. Families considering Vista at Simi Valley should ask how supervision and care planning are managed daily.

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Overview of Fremont Village

Operated by Premier Senior Care Group Corporation, Fremont Village is an assisted living and memory care community in the Centerville neighborhood of Fremont, California. Gina A. Velayo serves as the administrator. The community has been serving residents for 19 years. It offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Each residence includes an in-suite laundry, a full kitchen with a stove and refrigerator, individually controlled heating and air conditioning, and an emergency response system.

The 120-bed community is mid-sized and currently has an occupancy rate of about 54%. Residents receive assistance with activities of daily living, medication management, and regular health monitoring. Physicians visit the community regularly. Specialty therapy services are available for residents who need them.

Residents can join in physical, social, spiritual, and intellectual programs that encourage them to stay active and engaged. The community welcomes pets. Transportation services and fitness and recreation programs are available here. The area has a Walk Score of 88, which is considered very walkable. Many everyday errands and destinations are easy to reach on foot.

State inspections conducted by California’s Department of Social Services have mainly focused on environmental and safety requirements, including hazardous material storage, food handling, medication practices, and care plan documentation. One substantiated finding involved a safety device and general building upkeep. Families considering Fremont Village should ask how these areas are managed daily.

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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.