Best Senior Living in Santa Rosa, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 25 senior living communities in Santa Rosa, CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior living in CA
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Brookdale Paulin Creek
IL
AL
MC
Santa Rosa
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 168
Rank #286 / 409
Yes
76
Facility 76
CA AVG 59
Rank #183 / 638
A-20
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #195 / 391
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #118 / 398
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 15
Rank #159 / 402
71.0%
Facility 71.0%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #201 / 361
Blc Lodge At Paulin Inc Gp, Blc Lodge At Paulin LPStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Varenna at Fountaingrove
IL
Santa Rosa
322
Facility 322
CA AVG 168
Rank #35 / 409
No
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 59
Rank #598 / 638
A-24
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #165 / 391
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #239 / 398
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 15
Rank #139 / 402
75.2%
Facility 75.2%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #164 / 361
Varenna LLC, Gallaher Sr. Lvg And Gsl Mgmt LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Friends House
IL
AL
Santa Rosa
145
Facility 145
CA AVG 168
Rank #198 / 409
Yes
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 59
Rank #432 / 638
C12
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #111 / 391
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #185 / 398
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 15
Rank #134 / 402
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #1 / 361
Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at Santa Rosa
IL
AL
MC
Santa Rosa
114Yes 60 A-27724 88.6% Well Ivy 6 Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale at Home Santa Rosa
IL
AL
HC
RC
Santa Rosa
100Yes 74 A-2010114 71.0% Blc Lodge At Paulin Inc Gp, Blc Lodge At Paulin LPPrivate Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
The Lodge at Piner Road
IL
AL
MC
Santa Rosa
92Yes 68 B+191343 81.5% Piner Road Santa Rosa Inc And Oakmont Mgmt Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakmont Gardens
IL
AL
Santa Rosa (Oakmont Village Association)
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 168
Rank #331 / 409
Yes
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 59
Rank #524 / 638
D37
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #258 / 391
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 3
Rank #397 / 398
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 15
Rank #322 / 402
62.0%
Facility 62.0%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #269 / 361
Ffi Oakmont Tenant LLC And Life Care Services LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Silva Board and Care
IL
AL
RESC
RC
Santa Rosa
6Yes 72 B-7-128 100.0% Joel TrinidadPrivate Rooms
Fountaingrove Lodge
IL
AL
MC
Santa Rosa
173Yes 10 B-15813 100.0% Well Oak Ccrc Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management Group-
Villa Capri at Varenna
IL
AL
MC
Santa Rosa
80No 12 D+2615919 83.8% Varenna Assisted Living LLC And Gsl Mgmt Living LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Overview of Brookdale Paulin Creek

Experience comfort and security like no other in the one-of-a-kind senior living community of Brookdale Paulin Creek at Range Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA. Offering a diverse selection of living options including assisted living, independent living, and memory care, the community provides high-quality care and assistance 24/7. With cozy and meticulously-designed floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, residents enjoy a vibrant and friendly residence. Brookdale Paulin Creek focuses on the uniqueness and freedom of seniors, providing them with care and assistance that best suits their specific needs.

The community conducts fun activities and engaging programs to ensure residents experience a fulfilled life with joy and inspiration. Catering to the seniors’ dietary needs and preferences, the community serves healthy and delicious meals. Moreover, the community prepares scheduled meals for memory care residents to foster familiarity. The pet-friendly community provides wonderful amenities including an outdoor pool, an arts and crafts studio, a theater, a whirlpool, a therapy pool, a salon, a fitness center, a courtyard, a library, a garden, a game room, a therapy room, a porch, meeting rooms, a fireside living room, a piano, and tranquil landscaped grounds.

$5,420/Month

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Overview of Varenna at Fountaingrove

Varenna at Fountaingrove is an idyllic retreat surrounded by lush natural spaces in Santa Rosa, CA, offering independent living. Residents enjoy scenic views and live comfortably in beautifully designed and cozy accommodations. The community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay, promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment.

Residents here can live actively and make new friends with plenty of recreational activities and wellness opportunities. With different dining venues on-site, residents can enjoy delightful and healthy meals that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a fitness center, a spa, a swimming pool, a wellness center, a library, pet parks, and serene walking paths.

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Overview of Friends House

In pursuit of a dynamic lifestyle, Friends House, located in Santa Rosa, CA, fosters personal growth and vibrant social connections for its senior and assisted living community. With a vision centered on simplicity, the community in Santa Rosa embodies a commitment to positive aging, emphasizing well-being as needs evolve. Residents actively plan and curate cultural, educational, and environmental events, epitomized by the annual Jazz in July celebration.

Friends House offers a continuum of healthcare and assisted living services tailored to individual needs, including independent living, home care services, and assisted living. The community promotes holistic wellness through a Fitness Center, activity groups, clubs, and events, fostering emotional, social, and physical well-being. Residents can enjoy complimentary breakfast and choose from a delicious selection for lunch and dinner at the Friends House Café, catering to diverse dietary requirements. The community’s commitment to simplicity, growth, and well-being creates an inviting atmosphere for seniors seeking a fulfilling and enriching lifestyle.

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Ivy Park at Santa Rosa

4225 Wayvern Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95409
Overview of Ivy Park at Santa Rosa

Ensconced in California’s wine country, Ivy Park at Santa Rosa is a welcoming residence offering assisted living and memory care services. The community exudes a premier vibe, reflecting the unique character of the California wine country, making it an excellent choice for seniors. Ivy Park provides an array of services and amenities, including a library, bistro, hydro-spa, full-service salon, fitness center, and more to enhance the overall living experience.

As an assisted living facility, Ivy Park is dedicated to providing top-notch services, such as medication management, concierge physician services, daily housekeeping, and an emergency response system. Seniors can embrace a vibrant lifestyle in this well-appointed community that caters to their needs and offers a comfortable and enriching environment for senior living.

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Overview of Brookdale at Home Santa Rosa

Offering assisted living, respite care, and home care services, Brookdale at Home Santa Rosa is a residential care community on Range Avenue in Santa Rosa, California. With a 100-bed capacity, it features private and semi-private rooms and currently maintains a 71% occupancy rate. Operated by Blc Lodge at Paulin under the administration of Jeffrey Brenner, it has been providing care for older adults for 14 years.

To promote health and engagement, residents have access to a fitness center, wellness center, library, salon and barber services, courtyard and garden, walking paths, and a bistro. Additionally, transportation, concierge services, Wi-Fi, and optional religious services help support daily living and independence. Its location in a highly walkable neighborhood, with a Walk Score of 74, also provides convenient access to nearby destinations.

State inspections have also reported that the community maintains a safe, clean, and well-managed environment with current staff certifications and appropriate care planning practices, providing older adults with a supportive place to live.

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Overview of The Lodge at Piner Road

The Lodge at Piner Road provides assisted living and memory care in Santa Rosa, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having both care levels on one campus can suit a resident whose needs grow over time. Moving to a different level of care does not require leaving the community. The community has 92 beds, with studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments available.

A studio provides one private living space, while a two bedroom option may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The Lodge at Piner Road may be a good fit for someone who needs memory care now or may need a higher level of support later. A Walk Score of 68 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach selected nearby destinations independently.

Pets are allowed, enabling a resident to keep a pet at the community. Eric Perry serves as the administrator. The community is operated by Piner Road Santa Rosa and Oakmont Mgmt Group.

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Overview of Oakmont Gardens

Beautifully surrounded by serene green spaces in Santa Rosa, CA, Oakmont Gardens is a blissful retreat that offers independent living and assisted living. The community has beautifully furnished and cozy one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Residents also receive the highest quality of care with a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7.

A carefully curated calendar of exciting events and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delicious and healthy meals are also served in multiple dining venues to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, incontinence care, and transportation services are also provided for residents’ convenience and safety. This pet-friendly community is great for those looking to spend their golden years happily.

$6,900/Month

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Silva Board and Care

1130 Silva Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Overview of Silva Board and Care

Enjoy a better quality of life at Silva Board and Care, a distinct community in Santa Rosa, CA, offering assisted living. Residents receive exceptional care from a kind and highly trained team available around the clock. Beautifully furnished and secure accommodations are available in a vibrant and stress-free setting, ensuring their comfort and safety.

To encourage an active lifestyle, a robust calendar of fun activities and exciting events is conducted. Mealtimes promote social interactions while satisfying dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. Residents can ease their worries and thrive in retirement with the community’s dedicated services and exceptional amenities.

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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.

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Overview of Villa Capri at Varenna

Operated by Varenna Assisted Living LLC and GSL Mgmt Living LLC, Villa Capri at Varenna is an assisted living and memory care community on Fountaingrove Parkway in Santa Rosa, California. Maria Cortes serves as the administrator. Assisted living and memory care are both offered, so residents can move to a different level of support as their needs change without relocating.

The two-story community has 80 beds and has been serving residents for 19 years. Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments ranging from about 450 to just over 1,000 square feet. The community currently has an occupancy rate of about 84%. The area is car-dependent, so residents and visiting family should expect to drive for most errands and outings.

Residents have access to a fitness and yoga studio, library, bistro, courtyard, movie theater, activity room, and an on-site salon and beauty parlor. Apartment suites feature modern finishes and large windows that create a bright, open living space.

The California Department of Social Services conducts regular inspections of the community. Inspection reviews have mainly focused on medication administration, how quickly staff respond to resident requests, and how changes in a resident’s condition are shared with family members. Families considering Villa Capri at Varenna may 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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Senior Living in Santa Rosa at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 42/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Santa Rosa, CA. 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: 124The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Santa Rosa, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Living in Santa Rosa, CA

What is senior living?

Senior living is an umbrella term covering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes — communities and services designed for adults aged 55 or older.

How many senior living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 25 senior living communities in Santa Rosa, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior living community in Santa Rosa, CA?

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 Santa Rosa, CA, 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 living communities in Santa Rosa, CA?

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.