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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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Brookdale Riverwalk
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Bakersfield (Fairway Oaks)
376
Facility 376
CA AVG 103
Rank #32 / 1,645
Yes
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,691 / 2,057
57
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,327 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 13
Rank #27 / 1,507
66.0%
Facility 66.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,074 / 1,452
-Blc Glenwood-Gardens Al-Lh And Brookdale Living CommsStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakmont of El Dorado Hills
SC
AL
MC
El Dorado Hills (Springfield Meadows)
129
Facility 129
CA AVG 103
Rank #503 / 1,645
Yes
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,126 / 2,057
67
58
Facility 58
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,357 / 1,387
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,203 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
68.2%
Facility 68.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #975 / 1,452
A+Welltower Portfolio Tenant LLC And Oakmont MgmtStudio/ Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Serra Sol Memory Care
SC
MC
RC
San Juan Capistrano
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 103
Rank #996 / 1,645
No
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 58
Rank #673 / 2,057
29
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,083 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
64.3%
Facility 64.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,101 / 1,452
-San Juan Opco LLC And Agemark Management LLCStudio / Shared Rooms
Silverado The Huntington Memory Care Community
SC
AL
MC
Alhambra
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,058 / 1,645
Yes
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 58
Rank #673 / 2,057
33
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,172 / 1,387
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,203 / 1,433
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #540 / 1,507
93.5%
Facility 93.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #254 / 1,452
-Subtenant 1118 N Stoneman And Silverado Sr. Lvg MgtPrivate Rooms
Vista Terrace of Belmont by Cogir
SC
AL
Belmont
68
Facility 68
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,012 / 1,645
Yes
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 58
Rank #356 / 2,057
50
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,142 / 1,387
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,327 / 1,433
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #292 / 1,507
77.9%
Facility 77.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #719 / 1,452
A+-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Tracy
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Tracy (Sunset Park)
180
Facility 180
CA AVG 103
Rank #209 / 1,645
Yes
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 58
Rank #290 / 2,057
64
33
Facility 33
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,274 / 1,387
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,353 / 1,433
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #390 / 1,507
62.2%
Facility 62.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,153 / 1,452
-Summerville At Heritage Place LLC And Emeritus CorpStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Folsom
SC
AL
MC
Folsom
130
Facility 130
CA AVG 103
Rank #484 / 1,645
Yes
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 58
Rank #767 / 2,057
45
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,216 / 1,387
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,327 / 1,433
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #292 / 1,507
66.9%
Facility 66.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #995 / 1,452
-Emeritus CorporationStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Otay Ranch
SC
AL
MC
Chula Vista (Otay Ranch)
137
Facility 137
CA AVG 103
Rank #448 / 1,645
Yes
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,661 / 2,057
43
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,172 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
86.1%
Facility 86.1%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #438 / 1,452
-Otay Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Merrill Gardens at Brentwood
SC
AL
IL
MC
Brentwood
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #341 / 1,645
Yes
46
Facility 46
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,445 / 2,057
29
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,083 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
76.7%
Facility 76.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #758 / 1,452
-Hsvi Gp, LLC, Merrill Gardens LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Silverado Brea Memory Care Community
SC
AL
MC
Brea
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 103
Rank #996 / 1,645
Yes
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 58
Rank #829 / 2,057
20
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
64.3%
Facility 64.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,101 / 1,452
-Silverado Brea LLC And Silverado Senior Living MgtPrivate Rooms

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Overview of Brookdale Riverwalk

Focusing on seniors’ wellness, Brookdale Riverwalk located at Calloway Drive, Bakersfield, CA is an extraordinary continuing care retirement community offering a wide range of living options. These include assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled care. The community provides a selection of spacious and well-designed floor plans including studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments, and private, and companion suites.

Experience a better quality of life with Brookdale Riverwalk’s dedicated and compassionate community. The community promotes an active and engaged lifestyle, conducting fun activities and wellness programs. Brookdale Riverwalk promises to deliver the highest quality of life that befits its residents, providing them with an environment where they can thrive confidently. Delight with delectable and nutritious meals served to satisfy the resident’s dietary needs and to promote socialization. Brookdale Riverwalk provides fabulous amenities including a library, a game room, a therapy room, a greenhouse, a beauty and barbershop, an outdoor pool, and walking paths, for its residents’ leisure and wellness.

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Oakmont of El Dorado Hills

2020 Town Center Blvd, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Overview of Oakmont of El Dorado Hills

Nestled in the beauty of El Dorado Hills, Oakmont of El Dorado Hills offers an exquisite senior living community that caters to the diverse needs of its residents. The dedicated team is committed to providing exceptional care and support, offering a range of senior living options, including assisted living and memory care services. With luxurious amenities, beautifully designed living spaces, and a vibrant community atmosphere, Oakmont of El Dorado Hills is the perfect place for residents to enjoy retirement living at its finest.

The community takes great pride in engaging and connecting with residents on a daily basis, designing every aspect with their needs in mind. Residents eagerly anticipate every meal, excursion, and activity, and can experience the warmth, comfort, and elegance that define this luxury retirement community.

Residents can immerse themselves in the beautiful scenic gardens, where they can stroll along winding paths, enjoy the shade of fruit trees, and participate in outdoor events in the courtyard. The community’s commitment to providing a vibrant and engaging environment ensures that residents can embark on a journey of active and fulfilling living.

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Serra Sol Memory Care

31451 Avenida Los Cerritos, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Overview of Serra Sol Memory Care

Serra Sol is a pristine senior living community located just south of Los Angeles, CA in sunny San Juan Capistrano. At Serra Sol, the dedicated staff specializes in memory care and dementia-related services. This community provides residents with the utmost professionalism and compassion from a welcoming and expertly trained team, gold-standard amenities, care plans tailored to individual needs, enriching activity programs, and a community to call your new home.

With a 24/7 care staff, Serra Sol is committed to adding life to your years through a holistic approach to well-being and memory care support groups. While your every basic need is attended to, residents are free to engage the mind, body, and spirit through stimulating activities, gold-standard facilities, and a beautiful environment to find peace and build new relationships.

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Overview of Silverado the Huntington Memory Care Community

Silverado the Huntington Memory Care Community is a compassionate memory care community in Alhambra, CA, offering specialized care for Alzheimer’s and dementia. Here, older adults can ease their worries, especially with its supportive and home-like setting. 24-hour care, gourmet meals, and recreational programs are among the exceptional services provided to improve residents’ living experiences. Residents also receive the utmost attention and care through an evidence-based approach that aims to meet their needs at every stage. 

Gardening, group outings, and sensory-stimulating activities provide residents with more opportunities to interact with friends and enhance their cognition. With naturally-lit spaces, spacious courtyards, and serene walking paths, residents can rest and move around comfortably. Restaurants, a bank, shops, and bus stops are also available in the area, providing residents with quick access to their necessities and leisure. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in California, this memory care community continuously provides excellent quality of care for older adults’ welfare. 

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Overview of Vista Terrace of Belmont by Cogir

A classic senior living community set in the tranquil neighborhood of Belmont Avenue, CA, Vista Terrace of Belmont focuses on assisted living. Enjoy the finest comfort and convenience within the beautiful and welcoming residences of Vista Terrace of Belmont. Keep worries at bay with a compassionate and highly skilled team tending to housekeeping and maintenance for seniors to enjoy their golden years wholly.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, the community orchestrates enjoyable activities and fun learning programs. The community strives to provide an empowering environment for seniors to flourish and feel their best. Indulge in delicious and healthy meals catering to nutritional requirements and preferences. Vista Terrace of Belmont is a great place to seek solace and live a relaxing retirement with its serene campus brimming with warmth.

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Overview of Brookdale Tracy

Welcoming residents and guests warmly, Brookdale Tracy located at West Grant Line Road, Tracy, CA, is an exceptional senior living community providing assisted living and memory care. The community offers a variety of floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Brookdale Tracy nurtures the individuality and growth of seniors, providing them with a care plan that best suits their specific needs and preferences. Brookdale Tracy promotes meaningful connections, encouraging residents to stay active and interact with others. The community orchestrates fun and exciting activities to keep its residents learning and hone their interests.

With its signature Clare Bridge Training, memory care residents experience hands-on care and assistance from activities to dining. Delightful dining awaits the seniors and their peers at the community dining room; memory care residents are provided with scheduled meal times to avoid confusion. The community includes a cafe, a game room, a fireside living room, a community kitchen, a piano, a beauty and barbershop, a courtyard and garden, and peaceful walking paths.

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Overview of Brookdale Folsom

Burrowed in the heart of Folsom, California, Brookdale Folsom is a remarkable senior living community that promises its residents an exceptional senior living experience through their assisted living and memory care services. The community features various floor plans ranging from studios to one-bedroom or two-bedroom options, with ample storage, plenty of natural light, and convenient amenities.

With EngagementPlus, Brookdale allows residents to come together over shared interests to help create meaningful relationships. Brookdale Folsom’s convenient location provides residents easy access to shops, local attractions, and top-notch medical centers for residents’ healthcare needs. To ensure residents a comfortable and convenient life, the community also provides various concierge services and a personal solutions program for stocking residents’ necessities. Moreover, Brookdale Folsom also offers amenities like 24/7 assistance, salon services, transportation for various needs, and a wide range of daily activities to ensure that the residents’ holistic needs are met.

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Ivy Park at Otay Ranch

1290 Santa Rosa Dr, Chula Vista, CA 91913
Overview of Ivy Park at Otay Ranch

The sister community of Ivy Park at Bonita, Otay Ranch offers premier assisted living and memory care services in Chula Vista. Considered one of the most trusted senior living homes in the city, management has gained the trust of many families because of its unwavering commitment to ensuring that every resident can live a purposeful life every day and feel at home. Seniors will be immersed in endless opportunities that await discovery, empowering them to live life to the fullest.

The lifestyle at Ivy Park at Otay Ranch encourages its residents to stay active, which is why they have wellness programs that help fulfill holistic wellness. Its featured community accommodations include concierge services, arts and crafts, social activities, a full-service hair salon, and indoor and outdoor common areas.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Brentwood

Tucked away in the charming community of Brentwood, CA, Merrill Gardens at Brentwood is a warm and inviting senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care in a setting surrounded by a rich history of agriculture and farming. The community features spacious apartments, beautiful common areas, and numerous amenities. Seniors will love the vibrant atmosphere, participating in enriching activities curated by the Active Living Program Director, ensuring there’s always something fun and engaging to do.

Merrill Gardens at Brentwood is dedicated to providing a fulfilling and comfortable lifestyle for its residents. The community aims to cater to the desires of its residents with amenities like a library, salon, courtyard, swimming pool, and a bistro and wine bar. The community also offers 24-hour support, a resident call system, transportation options, anytime dining, and on-site maintenance, ensuring all needs are met with care and attention.

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Overview of Silverado Brea Memory Care Community

Operating for six years, Silverado Brea Memory Care Community is a residential care community in Downtown Brea, California, with a capacity of 70 beds. Designed to support older adults living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, the community offers private, furnished rooms in a secure two-story setting.

24-hour care is offered, along with housekeeping, laundry services, and nutritious meals tailored to their needs. Moreover, individualized care plans are complemented by memory-focused activities, sensory-based programs, light exercise, and social events. Secure gardens and walking paths also provide safe outdoor spaces for recreation and relaxation.

State inspections conducted over the past six years have generally reported positive findings, although previous reviews identified concerns related to medication administration and exterior door security. Additionally, follow-up actions were required to address these areas, and families are encouraged to discuss current safety practices and medication management with community staff during their visit.

The surrounding neighborhood offers moderate walkability, with a Walk Score of 67, allowing access to some nearby amenities on foot. Pets are also welcome for residents who wish to keep a companion animal.

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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.