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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.
Coronado Retirement Village
SC
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Coronado
120
Facility 120
CA AVG 103
Rank #559 / 1,645
Yes
40
Facility 40
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,554 / 2,057
33
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,172 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #502 / 1,507
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #930 / 1,452
Prrk Holdings LLC-
Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care
SC
AL
MC
Fountain Valley
170
Facility 170
CA AVG 103
Rank #255 / 1,645
No
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,180 / 2,057
53
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,262 / 1,387
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,156 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
90.6%
Facility 90.6%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #324 / 1,452
Fountain Valley Opco LLC And Sunshine Retirement Et AlStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
San Dimas Retirement
SC
AL
MC
San Dimas
343
Facility 343
CA AVG 103
Rank #37 / 1,645
No
71
Facility 71
CA AVG 58
Rank #701 / 2,057
82
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,372 / 1,387
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,353 / 1,433
38
Facility 38
CA AVG 13
Rank #48 / 1,507
33.2%
Facility 33.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,438 / 1,452
San Dimas Retirement, LLCPrivate Rooms
Westmont of Morgan Hill
SC
AL
IL
MC
Morgan Hill
112
Facility 112
CA AVG 103
Rank #629 / 1,645
Yes
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,603 / 2,057
25
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,387
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,094 / 1,433
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #518 / 1,507
73.2%
Facility 73.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #850 / 1,452
Morgan Hill Senior Lvg LP And Westmont Living IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena
SC
AL
IL
MC
Pasadena (South Arroyo)
310
Facility 310
CA AVG 103
Rank #52 / 1,645
Yes
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 58
Rank #290 / 2,057
41
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,172 / 1,387
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,156 / 1,433
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,129 / 1,507
49.0%
Facility 49.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,341 / 1,452
Olympic Senior Care LLC:morningstar Mgt Snr LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Meadowbrook at Agoura Hills
SC
AL
MC
RC
Agoura Hills (Agoura)
185
Facility 185
CA AVG 103
Rank #195 / 1,645
No
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,392 / 2,057
49
31
Facility 31
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,262 / 1,387
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,417 / 1,433
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #268 / 1,507
75.7%
Facility 75.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #787 / 1,452
Arhc Mbaghca01 Trs And Slh Agoura Hills Manager, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Silverado Sierra Vista Memory Care Community
SC
AL
MC
Azusa
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 103
Rank #869 / 1,645
Yes
56
Facility 56
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,180 / 2,057
22
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,044 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
78.2%
Facility 78.2%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #715 / 1,452
Silverado Sierra Vista LLC And Silverado Sr. Lvng MgmtPrivate Rooms
Brethren Hillcrest Homes
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RESC
SNF
La Verne
574
Facility 574
CA AVG 103
Rank #11 / 1,645
Yes
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 58
Rank #267 / 2,057
23
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #950 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
50
Facility 50
CA AVG 13
Rank #22 / 1,507
26.3%
Facility 26.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,449 / 1,452
Brethren Hillcrest Homes-
Villa Alamar
SC
MC
Santa Barbara (North State)
43
Facility 43
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,181 / 1,645
No
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 58
Rank #267 / 2,057
9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,010 / 1,433
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 13
Rank #128 / 1,507
60.5%
Facility 60.5%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,182 / 1,452
Gl And Vl 2, LLC, Gp Of G And V 2 LP-
Sunny Place of Stockton
SC
AL
MC
RESC
RC
Stockton (Lakeview)
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,282 / 1,645
No
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 58
Rank #356 / 2,057
29
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #454 / 1,507
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #998 / 1,452
Sunny Place Incorp. Dba Sunny Place Of Stockton-

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Overview of Coronado Retirement Village

Coronado Retirement Village is a 120-bed nursing home operating for 16 years in Coronado, California, located on Prospect Place in this established coastal community. Operated by Prrk Holdings LLC under administrator Rajni Kharbanda, the facility serves residents who need skilled nursing care and rehabilitation support. The price starts at $5,000 monthly.

The facility offers significant daily hands-on support, with total nursing care averaging roughly 5 hours per resident day and nurse aide coverage at about 7.5 hours daily. This level of staffing supports both post-acute rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care needs. The home also offers respite care for families who require temporary placement while a relative is between settings or recovering at home.

Everyday amenities and services indicate a residential care approach. A trained Wellness Department oversees fitness programming through the Gentle Fitness Center and wellness activities including gardening. The home keeps a full suite of support services: housekeeping, laundry, transportation, a salon, and an emergency call system in all rooms. Residents receive bathing assistance and support with personal care needs. The Autumn Care program exists for those needing specialized attention.

Dining is centered on nutrition, with meals prepared on-site. Pets are welcome, helping residents keep connections to their home life. The neighborhood itself scores 40 on the Walk Score scale, implying that while a few nearby services can be reached on foot, most errands and medical appointments need transportation. For visiting family members, the location has reasonable access to the broader San Diego area.

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Overview of Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care

Operated by Fountain Valley Opco LLC and Sunshine Retirement Et Al, Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care is a senior living community in Fountain Valley, California, offering assisted living and memory care in one location. Maria Arriaga serves as the administrator. The two-story community has been serving residents for 5 years and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites.

With 170 beds, Park View Estates is one of the larger senior living communities in the area. The community currently has 154 occupied beds, resulting in an occupancy rate of 91%. The community’s assisted living and memory care allow residents to remain in the same community if their care needs change.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 56, making it moderately walkable. Some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot, while most trips require a car. Residents who enjoy getting outside independently may want to consider how the surrounding area fits their daily routine.

State inspections conducted by the California Department of Social Services have addressed topics including staff response times to resident call systems, documentation related to resident care, and building maintenance, including elevator upkeep. Families touring Park View Estates Assisted Living & Memory Care should ask how these areas are being today.

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Overview of San Dimas Retirement

At San Dimas Retirement, every day is a celebration of community, comfort, and connection. Nestled in the heart of charming San Dimas, our home offers a tranquil haven for those seeking a vibrant retirement lifestyle. With a dedicated team committed to personalized care and genuine hospitality, residents can embrace each day with confidence and joy, knowing they are cherished members of our close-knit family.

At San Dimas Retirement, residents are invited to savor life’s simple pleasures amidst a backdrop of scenic beauty and warm camaraderie. From delicious chef-prepared meals to engaging activities and enriching wellness programs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether gathering for a lively game night, exploring the lush grounds, or simply relaxing in the comfort of their own private suite, residents are empowered to live life on their own terms, surrounded by compassion and care. Come discover the essence of retirement living at San Dimas Retirement, where every moment is an opportunity for laughter, friendship, and cherished memories.

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Overview of Westmont of Morgan Hill

Located in the serene setting of Cochrane Road, Morgan Hill, CA, Westmont of Morgan Hill is a blissful senior living community providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community is committed to improving residents’ quality of life with top-tier care and assistance from a compassionate and well-trained team. Residents thrive and live their lives to the fullest within the community’s cozy and pet-friendly amenities.

Celebrate milestones and lead a meaningful life through a variety of enriching events and fun programs. Here, residents enjoy delightful dining with diverse options that satisfy their nutritional needs and tastes. With its ideal location near convenient local amenities and amusing attractions, residents gain easy access to their needs and desires. Westmont of Morgan Hill strives to provide a safe place where residents retain their independence while receiving the utmost support they deserve.

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Overview of MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena

MorningStar Senior Living of Pasadena, situated in Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, California, is a dynamic community offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care services. Rooted in faith-based principles, MorningStar provides residents with a space to thrive and savor their golden years. 

The MorningStar team draws inspiration from their connections with seniors, recognizing the immense value seniors bring through their life experiences and wisdom. Their unwavering commitment to fostering an environment of warmth, compassion, and love distinguishes them. Whether it’s the dedicated staff, resort-style amenities, or the strong sense of community, MorningStar of Pasadena is dedicated to positively impacting the lives of its residents. 

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Overview of Meadowbrook at Agoura Hills

Located in Agoura Hills, CA, Meadowbrook at Agoura Hills is a classic senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and short-term care. The community features an array of floor plans, including a studio, friendship suite, and one-bedroom apartments. Residents are guaranteed to receive the care and support they need with a team of compassionate care professionals available to provide support 24/7.

The community provides diverse opportunities for enjoyment, with its convenient location close to various attractions and plenty of engaging on-site activities and events. Residents can take advantage of various amenities, such as a beauty salon, game room, cozy lounges, movie theater, and beautiful courtyards and patios. With most of the chores handled, residents are guaranteed to enjoy more time for themselves and their families.

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Overview of Silverado Sierra Vista Memory Care Community

Surrounded by a serene neighborhood, Silverado Sierra Vista in West Sierra Madre Avenue, Azusa, CA, is a remarkable memory care community focusing on memory care, respite care, and Nexus, an internationally-recognized brain health program. The community doubles its efforts in meeting seniors’ needs featuring different levels of care, purposely divided into three varying accommodations. Silverado Sierra Vista fuses clinical expertise and unmatched comfort with a team of compassionate and extremely talented dementia care professionals lending extra support for seniors’ needs.

Promoting a pet-friendly environment, the community strives to provide warmth and happiness for its residents. With a wide array of fun activities and wellness programs, seniors experience wonderful moments and live a blissful retirement. Healthy and delicious restaurant-style meals are served, catering to dietary needs and tastes. Silverado Sierra Vista is committed to providing a safe place for seniors to live freely and age with dignity.

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Overview of Brethren Hillcrest Homes

Brethren Hillcrest Homes is among Southern California’s largest nursing homes in La Verne on Mountain View Drive in a neighborhood with a Walk Score of 86. The facility offers a care continuum centered on rehabilitation and longer-term nursing, which includes short-term post-acute rehabilitation for patients recuperating from surgery or hospital stays, along with 24/7 staffing to assist with ongoing residential care needs. Operating for nearly half a century, the community maintains a large, diverse residence across its 574 beds.

The facility’s clinical focus is rehabilitation services, so it’s a practical option for families who need post-acute recovery options or longer-term skilled nursing care. Services support daily life, and residents can count on 24-hour staffing for scheduled care and emergencies. Brethren Hillcrest Homes is tailored to help with care and community living. The Village Center serves as a social hub, anchored by a meeting house and a welcome room with a grand piano. The Aquatic and Fitness Center gives space for active residents and therapeutic water-based activities. Multiple dining venues cater to different preferences, spanning private and fine dining to casual fare and carry-out, with a village café and coffee bar for informal gatherings. The community is pet-friendly, which often attracts residents and families who cherish maintaining close bonds with companion animals.

The home being on Mountain View Drive makes it a highly walkable neighborhood, so visiting family members can park and navigate on foot. La Verne itself is a residential community in San Gabriel Valley with decent connections to nearby hospitals and medical centers, supporting resident care continuity and family visiting.

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Villa Alamar

45 E Alamar Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Overview of Villa Alamar

Villa Alamar, located in Santa Barbara, CA, is a memory care community offering quality care services for their senior residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Their highly skilled staff ensures each residents wellness by providing personalized care through a variety of services including cognitive stimulation and social activities, assistance with daily living activities as well as medication management. This unique community is the last independently owned memory care provider on Santa Barbara’s Upper East Side
Additionally, this senior living community also provides residents with eating and dietary support monitoring by ensuring that they receive balanced and nutritious meals, daily. Furthermore, incontinence support and monitoring, beauty services, and laundry and linen services are also provided, to support the residents’ need of a hygienic living environment, where they can all thrive with dignity.

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Overview of Sunny Place of Stockton

Sunny Place of Stockton is a trusted residential care facility for the elderly located in Stockton, CA. With a focus on personalized care, the facility offers top-notch assisted living for seniors, ensuring that they receive the support they need while preserving their independence. They also offer specialized memory care services, catering to seniors dealing with Alzheimer’s and other dementia related conditions, providing a safe and comforting environment for their residents.
At Sunny Place of Stockton, residents benefit from round-the-clock assistance from staff and wander guards, ensuring their safety and well being. This facility als offers diabetic care and provides its residents with homestyle meals that are diet approved. They also organize social activities to foster community and connection among the residents. With amenities such as meticulous medication management, housekeeping, and laundry services, Sunny Place at Stockton creates a worry-free environment for its senior residents to live comfortably and gracefully.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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.