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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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.
Fountaingrove Lodge
SC
AL
MC
Santa Rosa
173
Facility 173
CA AVG 103
Rank #250 / 1,645
Yes
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,950 / 2,057
15
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,237 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
Well Oak Ccrc Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management Group-
Safe Harbor Elder Care
SC
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
Escondido (Felicita)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
Yes
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,422 / 2,057
13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
Xenrex Investments, Inc-
The Orchards Health Center
SC
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Mission Viejo
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 103
Rank #843 / 1,645
No
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 58
Rank #2,001 / 2,057
9
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,020 / 1,507
56.7%
Facility 56.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,235 / 1,452
The Orchards Hc LLC-
Summer House Memory Care at Sunny View
SC
MC
Cupertino (Monta Vista)
190
Facility 190
CA AVG 103
Rank #179 / 1,645
No
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
Front Porch Communities And Services-
Bella Residential Care
SC
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
Moreno Valley
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,856 / 2,057
7
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #843 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
Sana Khan-
Del’s Haven IV
SC
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
RC
Laguna Niguel
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 58
Rank #739 / 2,057
5-
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,237 / 1,507
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #504 / 1,452
Del's Haven IV IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Inspirations Home Care IX
SC
AL
HC
RESC
Corona
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,733 / 2,057
4-
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #320 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
Noelia GarciaPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Ivy Park at Santa Monica
SC
AL
MC
Santa Monica (Mid-City)
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 103
Rank #697 / 1,645
Yes
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 58
Rank #195 / 2,057
29
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,181 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #344 / 1,507
70.0%
Facility 70.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #930 / 1,452
Al Santa Monica Sr. Hsg And Oakmont Mgmt.group LLC-
Graceful Living at Modesto
SC
AL
MC
RESC
Modesto
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,318 / 1,645
No
57
Facility 57
CA AVG 58
Rank #1,156 / 2,057
10
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,156 / 1,433
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #424 / 1,507
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #504 / 1,452
Graceful Living Inc-
Palm Villas, Campbell
SC
MC
Campbell
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,158 / 1,645
Yes
74
Facility 74
CA AVG 58
Rank #597 / 2,057
28
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #540 / 1,507
85.4%
Facility 85.4%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #449 / 1,452
Forever Young Al Campbell, Inc-

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Fountaingrove Lodge

4210 Thomas Lake Harris Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Overview of Fountaingrove Lodge

Fountaingrove Lodge, located in Santa Rosa, CA is a proud LGBTQ+ retirement community offering premier assisted living and memory care services to its residents. This colorful senior living community provides residents with 24hr staff availability for emergency assistance, or assistance with daily living activities. Additionally, residents are also provided freshly cooked meals and snacks, and personalized wellness programs.
Fountaingrove Lodge’s accommodations include emergency call system, providing the residents with an added sense of security. The staff also offers grocery shopping, personal laundry, and housekeeping services. Furthermore, concierge service, chauffeured transportation, and a variety of programs designed to promote engagement, and physical and mental activity.

Contact Fountaingrove Lodge

Overview of Safe Harbor Elder Care

Welcoming seniors and guests warmly, Safe Harbor Elder Care in Lomas Serenas Drive, Escondido, CA, is a distinguished senior living community that provides assisted living. The community doubles its efforts to help seniors with their daily living activities and personal needs, ensuring they receive the utmost care and assistance they deserve. Moreover, a team of compassionate and highly trained professionals is available around the clock to ensure residents’ needs are quickly attended to at any time of the day.

Safe Harbor Elder Care also provides memory care and hospice services for residents to cherish every moment of their best years. With well-balanced dining options, residents enjoy mealtimes with friends for a delightful dining experience. The community promotes a lively, friendly environment where seniors can thrive and gain meaningful experiences.

Contact Safe Harbor Elder Care

Overview of The Orchards Health Center

Operated by The Orchards HC LLC, The Orchards Health Center is a nursing home in Mission Viejo, California, offering assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and respite care in one community. Kelly Conk serves as the administrator. The community has been operating for more than 5 years. It has 90 beds, with current occupancy at 57%. The several levels of care allow residents to remain in the community as their needs change over time.

Daily support includes oversight from an on-call medical director, along with weekly housekeeping and personal laundry services. Restaurant-style meals are served daily. Residents who need memory support live in a dedicated memory care neighborhood with studio and one-bedroom apartments and shared gathering spaces. Recreational programs and mentally stimulating activities are part of the daily schedule, so residents can stay active, engaged, and socially connected.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 6, which is car-dependent. Most errands and outings require a vehicle. Residents and visiting family should plan on driving when leaving the community.

State inspections have shown The Orchards Health Center has been consistently compliant with regulatory standards over time. Families comparing senior living options should ask how the memory care neighborhood is staffed throughout the day and how care is tailored to residents with changing cognitive needs.

Contact The Orchards Health Center

Overview of Summer House Memory Care at Sunny View

Located within a captivating setting, Summer House Memory Care at Sunny View emanates a sense of serenity and charm. With its collection of 22 cottages, picturesque grounds, and lush landscaped courtyards, this cherished abode invites residents to immerse themselves in the splendors of the great outdoors, engaging in various stimulating recreational activities. Embracing the transformative power of the Music and Memory program, Summer House unlocks a world where cherished melodies, captivating artwork, and energizing exercise routines intertwine to ignite memories and enliven spirits.

The cottages, thoughtfully enhanced with cutting-edge technology, provide a harmonious blend of security and comfort, complemented by the ever-watchful presence of a 24-hour on-site campus security guard. With regular housekeeping, cleaning services, and personalized laundry assistance, the burdens of daily chores dissolve, allowing residents to savor the essence of carefree living. The harmonious blend of natural splendor and state-of-the-art innovation creates an unparalleled home here.

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Overview of Bella Residential Care

Overlooking the peaceful neighborhood of Moreno Valley, CA, Bella Residential Care is an excellent senior living community that specializes in assisted living services. Residents here are offered an array of services, including memory care, medication assistance, personal care and daily living support, companionship and more. The community ensures residents are safe and well-cared for all night and day through continuous supervision by a reliable care team.

Committed to helping its residents live full, connected lives, the community also offers an array of enriching activities, including daily exercises, meditations, and group activities. Residents are also provided with well-balanced diets, featuring fresh meals served daily with accommodations to special diets and preferences. At Bella Residential Care, residents enjoy a family-like environment where they are treated with respect and dignity and provided with all the support they need to thrive.

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Del’s Haven IV

23822 Stillwater Ln, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Overview of Del’s Haven IV

Located near the breathtaking Niguel Botanical Preserve in Stillwater Lane, Laguna Niguel, CA, Del’s Haven IV is an outstanding community that offers assisted living, memory care, and hospice care. With its quaint and vibrant setting, the community goes above and beyond to provide top-tier care and assistance around the clock with an experienced and highly trained team. Housekeeping and laundry are handled by the community for residents to enjoy the things they want to do.

The community also conducts fun and enriching programs for residents to remain socially active and engaged. Here, residents have the finest dining experience with healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs. Live a worry-free retirement surrounded by the community’s dedicated care and safe environment.

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Overview of Inspirations Home Care IX

Surrounded by local amenities in La Vaughn Cir, Corona, CA, Inspirations Home Care is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living. The community strives to create a safe place for up to six residents, providing them with the utmost care and support for their unique needs. With assistance to daily living activities, health needs, housekeeping, and laundry, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a worry-free lifestyle.

Promoting social engagement, a fun-packed calendar of activities is conducted for residents to adapt to their surroundings. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. The community is a good choice for those who require assistance in their daily living but still want to retain their independence to do the things the love, especially with its beautifully designed amenities and dedicated services offered at an all-inclusive rate.

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Ivy Park at Santa Monica

1312 15Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Overview of Ivy Park at Santa Monica

Located in the charming neighborhoods of Santa Monica, CA, Ivy Park at Santa Monica is a thriving senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care services. It offers various care services, such as medication management, concierge physician services, and round-the-clock personal care support. Residents can also take advantage of the breathtaking seaside views, dining opportunities, and shopping, all within a short distance from the UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center.

Ivy Park at Santa Monica aims to provide residents with a new and satisfying experience by combining exceptional care with a wide range of amenities. The community has a full-service salon, hydro spa, activities studio, library, indoor and outdoor lounge areas, and The Vine at Ivy Restaurant, providing carefully prepared meals and a lovely dining experience. Services like weekly housekeeping and laundry, an emergency response system, on-site maintenance, scheduled transportation, and a range of social and educational programs are also provided to residents. Aside from utilities and cable hookups, other amenities include room service and meals for guests, daily housekeeping, pet care, and walking services.

Contact Ivy Park at Santa Monica

Overview of Graceful Living at Modesto

Burrowed in a tranquil area in Stanislaus County, Modesto, CA, Graceful Living at Modesto is an exceptional senior living community that offers premiere assisted living services, memory care, and residential care. Residents find comfort in knowing that a dedicated and highly-trained care team is available 24 hours a day to offer compassionate care and assistance. As a family-owned and operated community, Graceful Living at Modesto warrants individualized and focused care and attention with a 2:6 ratio caregiver to resident ratio.

The community actively handles meal preparation, housekeeping, and transportation to save residents from the tedious tasks while allowing them more time to spend on more meaningful activities. Residents enjoy participating in various social and recreational activities that foster meaningful experiences and connections. The community closely collaborates with residents and their families in creating care plans that effectively satisfy their care requirements and lifestyle preferences.

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Overview of Palm Villas, Campbell

Licensed since 2012, Palm Villas, Campbell is a family-owned 48-bed assisted living and memory care community at 3333 South Bascom Avenue in Campbell, California. It’s owned and operated by Forever Young Al Campbell, Inc. under administrator Garry Sneper. The community serves residents in Santa Clara County, mainly focusing on dementia care, alongside rehabilitation services and respite care. A doctor is on staff on-site.

The inspection record is near California’s average. Since 2020, the facility has totaled 12 citations against California’s average of 10, with 11 complaints below the state average of 14 and complaint visits at 10 versus a state average of 13. Citations per routine inspection run 0.4 against a California average of 3.3. No serious citations exist. The most recent inspection was in December 2025.

Pets are welcome. Care programming is built around the 7 Pillars of Wellness, a branded framework designed to manage disease progression through activities that address physical, emotional, social, and cognitive dimensions of resident health. Freshly prepared meals are calibrated to resident dietary needs.

An on-site doctor and a structured wellness framework support daily care in Palm Villas, Campbell. It suits older adults living with dementia needing a smaller, family-owned community in South Bay.

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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.