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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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.
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.
Sweet Home Senior Living 1
SC
AL
HOS
Van Nuys (Valley Glen)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
Yes
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 58
Rank #641 / 2,057
7
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #843 / 1,507
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #998 / 1,452
Sweet Home Senior Living 2 Inc-
Ellore Senior Living
SC
AL
MC
Santa Clara (Tasman East)
303
Facility 303
CA AVG 103
Rank #54 / 1,645
No
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,370 / 2,057
5
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
-Tasman Asl Opco Tenant LLC And Oakmont Mgmt. Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Mission of Love
SC
AL
MC
Hesperia
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,293 / 1,645
Yes
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,180 / 2,057
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #481 / 1,507
78.6%
Facility 78.6%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #708 / 1,452
Miss Ion Of Love II Inc-
Heritage Residential Care
SC
AL
HOS
RESC
San Mateo (Beresford Park)
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,299 / 1,645
No
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 58
Rank #66 / 2,057
1
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
-
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #504 / 1,452
Almacare IncPrivate / Shared Rooms
Ramona Park Senior Apartments
SC
IL
Long Beach (North Long Beach)
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,012 / 1,645
No
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 58
Rank #562 / 2,057
3
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
-Rehman Care Corporation1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Fountains Skilled Nursing Care
SC
HOS
NH
Yuba City
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 103
Rank #912 / 1,645
No
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,215 / 2,057
1891
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #214 / 1,507
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #930 / 1,452
United Com-Serve Fremont-Rideout Health Group-
Sunny View
SC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Cupertino (Monta Vista)
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 103
Rank #179 / 1,645
Yes
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,554 / 2,057
13
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #320 / 1,507
63.2%
Facility 63.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,130 / 1,452
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Camarillo Senior Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Camarillo
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 103
Rank #417 / 1,645
Yes
46
Facility 46
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,445 / 2,057
33
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #992 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
75.7%
Facility 75.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #787 / 1,452
Acsr LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Villa Scalabrini Retirement Center
SC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Sun Valley
130
Facility 130
CA AVG 103
Rank #484 / 1,645
No
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 58
Rank #2,017 / 2,057
10
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #88 / 1,507
56.2%
Facility 56.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,243 / 1,452
Fathers Of St. Charles-
Culver West Health Center
SC
NH
SNF
Los Angeles (Culver - West)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #341 / 1,645
No
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 58
Rank #218 / 2,057
37284-
52.7%
Facility 52.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,281 / 1,452
Well Ivy 6Tenant, LLC And Oakmont Management Group, LLCPrivate / Shared Rooms

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Overview of Sweet Home Senior Living 1

Burrowed in a serene and charming area in Valley Glen, CA, Sweet Home Senior Living 1 is a compassionate senior living community, offering assisted living services to residents who could benefit from added care and support. A comfortable living environment is guaranteed with beautifully designed accommodations that cater to residents’ unique safety and comfort needs. A hardworking and reliable care team is available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to offer compassionate support with daily living activities and other assistance residents may need.

Dedicated to helping residents live full connected lives, the community offers a wide range of social and recreational activities. Various amenities and beautiful common spaces are available to offer more opportunities for relaxation, leisure, and wellness. Residents also enjoy a delectable dining experience daily with nourishing meals and snacks tailored to their dietary requirements and tastes.

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Overview of Ellore Senior Living

Enjoy the highest quality of life with Ellore Senior Living, an idyllic community situated near the Lower Guadalupe River Trail in Santa Clara, CA, offering independent living. Featuring sophisticated and specially designed studios, one-, and two-bedroom apartments, the community ensures residents thrive in a vibrant and inviting environment. Residents enjoy plenty of luxurious services, including round-the-clock concierge, complimentary valet services, and bell services, ensuring a maintenance-free retirement.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and exciting social events is available for residents to enjoy every moment of their golden years. Residents enjoy seasonal menus of delightful and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a spa, a wellness center, a yoga studio, a movie theater, a beauty salon, a barbershop, a sky terrace art studio, a library, and a business center, creating the perfect setting for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Mission of Love

Mission of Love operates a 14-bed assisted living home in Hesperia, California, located at 11991 Seventh Ave. Managed by Mission of Love II Inc., the single-story facility has been active for 17 years and currently houses 11 residents. The community provides residential daily support alongside specialized rehabilitation services within a small-scale setting.

The surrounding area carries a walkability score of 56 out of 100, indicating a neighborhood where some local errands are accessible on foot, while most transit requires a vehicle. Daily programming incorporates an active volunteer network and social interactions, and the facility maintains a pet-friendly policy for personal companion animals. State inspection records indicate regulatory compliance across physical plant maintenance, clinical care, food safety standards, and medical record-keeping.

Prospective representatives can arrange an in-person tour of the single-story building to evaluate the daily environment and check current room availability.

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Overview of Heritage Residential Care

Heritage Residential Care is a devoted, family-owned network of care homes driven by the mission of providing exceptional care to the seniors within our community. Founded initially in 1988 by two distinguished physicians, the core purpose of Heritage Residential Care has remained unwavering: to realize their vision of delivering high-quality senior care within a homely environment. With the option of choosing from four well-situated facilities in the serene neighborhoods of San Mateo and Millbrae, California, seniors can confidently explore and select the perfect residence that offers a genuine sense of belonging and comfort. Peace of mind for the seniors and their families remains the foremost priority here.

Heritage Residential Care takes immense pride in assuring seniors and their families that their loved ones are in the best of hands. Under their care and guidance, independence in daily activities is actively encouraged. When seniors face this crucial crossroads in decision-making, Heritage Residential Care stands as a beacon of ease and reassurance, offering a secure and cost-effective alternative to other, more expensive care options. At Heritage Residential Care, their highly knowledgeable staff and caregivers have extended exceptional senior care to numerous individuals in the welcoming communities of Millbrae and San Mateo, California. Their facilities, accommodating 6-bed and 12-bed homes, are thoughtfully placed in tranquil and peaceful neighborhoods, ensuring a serene environment for the residents.

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Overview of Ramona Park Senior Apartments

Enjoy a better quality of life at Ramona Park Senior Apartments, a distinct 55+ community in Long Beach, CA, offering independent living. The community features spacious and well-designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with convenient apartment amenities, including a fully-equipped kitchen and a refrigerator.

Residents can spend their days as they please, especially with the community’s proximity to recreation sites and on-site amenities, including a picnic area, a pool, reading areas, and a computer room. Delightful restaurants are also set nearby, providing residents with a variety of dining options that meet their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to spend their golden years independently.

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Overview of The Fountains Skilled Nursing Care

Operated by United Com-Serve Fremont-Rideout Health Group under owner Stone Point Health, The Fountains Skilled Nursing Care provides nursing home and hospice care in Yuba City, California. Brandy Strahl serves as administrator. The community has been serving the area for 27 years. Families can choose from Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to cover short-term and longer-term stays.

The 80-bed community has an occupancy rate of 70%. Families considering placement may typically find availability without waiting for too long. Residents receive an average of about 4 hours and 12 minutes of total nursing care each day. The nursing time reflects a meaningful hands-on presence from the care team throughout the day and night.

State inspections have focused on staff conduct and communication with residents, timely incident reporting, medication administration, and resident safety monitoring plans. Families may want to learn more about these areas when considering the community. They can ask the administrator about current staff training and safety protocols.

The surrounding area has a Walk Score of 55, which is moderately walkable. Residents and visiting families can do some nearby errands on foot, but most trips require a car.

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Sunny View

22445 Cupertino Road, Cupertino, CA 95014
Overview of Sunny View

Sunny View in Cupertino stands as a testament to exceptional senior living within the heart of Silicon Valley’s innovation hub. This vibrant community offers a spectrum of living options, from independent living to assisted living and memory care, all within a stunning and meticulously landscaped setting.
With a focus on individual well-being and a dedication to providing personalized care, Sunny View stands as a haven where residents not only receive exceptional support but also thrive in an atmosphere that values connection, vitality, and the spirit of innovation.

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Overview of Camarillo Senior Living

Camarillo Senior Living is a highly regarded retirement community in Camarillo, CA, that offers a wide range of care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The community’s compassionate and welcoming environment also aims to provide older adults with a home away from home. Personalized meal plans, medication management, and weekly housekeeping also help residents maintain their independence. Through personalized care plans, residents also receive the utmost attention and care for their unique needs.

Card games, holiday parties, and weekly outings are just some of the activities dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness. A bistro, spacious outdoor courtyards, and a library are also available, so residents can rest and connect with friends. Set in the peaceful residential area of Camarillo, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. As one of the best options for senior living in California, this retirement community ensures older adults can age comfortably.

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Overview of Villa Scalabrini Retirement Center

Fathers of St. operates Villa Scalabrini Retirement Center, a 130-bed nursing and senior living property owned by Ardeshir Afshar in Sun Valley, California. The location runs at roughly 56 percent occupancy, leaving several open units across its three specialized residential hubs: the Safe Care Center, La Piazza, and the Special Care Unit. Stays average about 18 months, indicating a steady population of intermediate and long-term residents who cover their housing fees using private funds, traditional Medicare, or state Medicaid.

Residents receive roughly 4 hours and 11 minutes of direct, hands-on attention every day from an on-site team of nurses and aides. This round-the-clock staffing handles physical rehabilitation programs, runs specialized respite care, and coordinates a social schedule complete with an on-site library, barber services, and fresh meals prepared daily by a chef. The surrounding neighborhood is car-dependent, so visiting families will generally need to drive when coming to the property or taking residents out.

Prospective residents can check out the floor plans and request info on open rooms by calling the front office, where they can also ask about specialized memory care placements or pick a day to visit the grounds. This admissions desk can provide the latest reports from government health inspectors, who check the property through routine compliance reviews to verify that medical logs and building safety records meet code requirements.

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Overview of Culver West Health Center

Find the care you need at Culver West Health Center, a distinguished community set in the thriving neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Alongside 91 purposely built accommodations, personalized care plans are provided for residents’ comfort and safety. Social services are also available, so residents can ease their worries during their stay.

With a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and stimulating programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections. The community also provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy to improve residents’ living conditions. Medication management, wound care, and respite care are also provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. The community’s comprehensive care options and state-of-the-art amenities help residents thrive in retirement.

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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.