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Best Senior Care in California

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Mar 2026

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and California Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Video Tour: Top-rated senior care facilities in California.

Watch this Video to see California's Top-rated Senior Communities

Compare Senior Care around California The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

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Westmont of Chico-The Inn at the Terraces
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Chico
99No-8--
Villa Gardens
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Pasadena
340No-26--
Westhaven Assisted Living
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Orland
42No-1--
Western Assemblies Home
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Claremont
36No-32--
Victor Royale, LLC
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Glendale
60No-13--
Turlock Residential
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Turlock
49No--A-
Summerset Lincoln Assisted Living and Memory Care
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Lincoln
132No-9A+-
Marbella Chico
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Chico
79No-27--
Silver Oaks
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Menlo Park
43No-6--
Marbella Marysville
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Marysville
72No-27--
Palos Verdes Villa LLC
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Rancho Palos Verdes
116No-27--
The Seville of San Clemente
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

San Clemente
130No-1--
Lantern Crest
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Santee
180No-13--
Park Regency Retirement Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

La Habra
168No-31--
Savant of Alhambra
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Alhambra
176No-2--
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Escort Home Care

4781 E Gettysburg Ave #106, Fresno, CA 93726
Overview of Escort Home Care

Based in Fresno, CA, Escort Home Care is a distinguished community that offers home care. The community strives to meet older adults’ special needs with extensive care options that include respite care, rehabilitation to home, transition care, live-in services, memory care, and hospital sitter. With a respectful and well-trained team available 24/7, residents ease their worries and live with purpose in the comforts of their homes.

Older adults are accompanied by friendly companions who encourage them to remain socially engaged and ease their loneliness. The community also handles housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation, ensuring a maintenance-free lifestyle. Spend your golden years without worries with the community’s comprehensive care and top-notch services.

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Bay Hospice Care, Inc

2551 San Ramon Valley Blvd, San Ramon, CA 94583
Overview of Bay Hospice Care, INC

Based in San Ramon, CA, Bay Hospice Care, INC. is a dependable community that specializes in hospice care. With a kind and highly qualified team attending to their needs 24/7, older adults receive the utmost care they deserve. Older adults are encouraged to live with a purpose beyond their life-limiting conditions.

There’s no need to worry about medical needs with a trusted community that delivers medical equipment, supplies, and medication to ease older adults’ pain and discomfort. Family members can also seek bereavement support from the community to help them cope with the loss of a loved one. The community strives to promote a comfortable and nurturing environment for older adults to live their end-of-life journey without worries.

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Bristol Hospice – East Bay

5820 Stoneridge Mall Rd #209, Pleasanton, CA 94588
Overview of Bristol Hospice – East Bay

Bristol Hospice-East Bay is a one-of-a-kind community in Pleasanton, CA, that specializes in hospice care. Those with life-limiting conditions can rest their worries and receive top-notch care for their special needs from a respectful and highly trained team available 24/7. The community also utilizes exclusive programs, like Sweet Dreams and Bright Moments, to enhance the quality of life of those with Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance plans cover the costs of hospice care, helping families and older adults with their financial challenges. Bereavement services are also available to help family members cope with the loss of a loved one. Older adults maintain their dignity as they live their later years with the community’s genuine care.

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Oyuna Hospice, Inc.

5067 N Mariposa St STE 104, Fresno, CA 93710
Overview of Oyuna Hospice, INC.

Maintain dignity in your later years with Oyuna Hospice, Inc., a dedicated community in Fresno, CA, that offers hospice care. With different levels of care, including routine home care, respite care, continuous care, and inpatient care, older adults receive the highest quality of care for their life-limiting conditions whenever necessary. The community promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment for older adults to ease their worries and live with purpose during their later years.

Working closely with attending physicians, the community ensures that older adults receive the right medical care to ease their pain. Through grief counseling, family members receive support to help them cope during this difficult time of their lives. Live your later years without worries, accompanied by the community’s genuine care and dedicated services.

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Overview of Countryside Care Center

Located in the serene residential area of Fresno, CA, Countryside Care Center is an outstanding community that offers short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. The community also specializes in memory care, providing top-notch care tailored to their special needs 24/7. Medicare and Medicaid are also accepted in the community to ease residents’ financial challenges.

Engaging recreational activities and stimulating programs are also conducted so residents can interact with their surroundings and live actively. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy meals that cater to nutritional needs and preferences. With its cozy and welcoming setting, residents receive the utmost care and attention they deserve to live comfortably in their golden years.

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Overview of Bristol Hospice – Fresno

Live your later years without worries with Bristol Hospice-Fresno, a trusted community in Fresno, CA, specializing in hospice care. Committed to improving the quality of life of those with life-limiting conditions, the community provides exceptional care to ease their pain and meet their special needs. For those with Alzheimer’s and dementia, the community utilizes exclusive programs like Sweet Dreams and Bright Moments.

Through a holistic approach to care provided by a multidisciplinary team of highly qualified professionals, older adults keep peace of mind and receive the utmost care for their end-of-life needs. Medical equipment, supplies, and medication are also provided to lessen older adults’ pain as they go through their later years. Family members also receive bereavement services to help them cope with the loss of a loved one. The community also accepts Medicare and Medicaid to ease the financial burdens of hospice care.

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Overview of Agape in Home Care INC.

Experience the highest quality of life with Agape In Home Care Inc., a dedicated community in Bakersfield, CA, that specializes in-home care. Committed to enhancing older adults’ living experiences, the community provides top-notch care tailored to their unique needs and preferences 24/7. Older adults enjoy every moment of their golden years, with the community helping with their daily living activities and household responsibilities.

With companionship services, older adults are encouraged to live actively and stay socially connected. Safety assessments are conducted to ensure older adults’ comfort and safety. The community strives to provide exceptional care for older adults to live comfortably in their golden years with its dedicated care delivered in the comforts of their homes.

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Overview of Friendly Nurses Home Health Care

Ideally situated in the harmonious neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA, Friendly Nurses Home Health Care is a dedicated community that offers home health care. Featuring a wide range of care options, including skilled nursing, home health aide, and therapy, older adults receive exceptional care tailored to their special needs. Having delivered care for over 15 years, the family-owned and operated community prioritizes older adults’ well-being to ensure their comfort and safety.

Maintain dignity with a compassionate and highly trained team helping with daily living activities around the clock. The community also provides social services to help older adults optimize available resources for their special needs. Spend your golden years comfortably, accompanied by the community’s top-notch care and dedicated services.

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Aasta Hospice

2920 F St Suite I-10, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Overview of Aasta Hospice

Aasta Hospice is a dedicated community in Bakersfield, CA, that focuses on hospice care. For terminally ill older adults, the community strives to provide top-tier care and support tailored to their special needs. The community takes pride in its compassionate and highly skilled team helping with their daily living activities.

To help family members come to terms with end-of-life care, the community also offers emotional support and grief counseling to help them cope with the loss of a loved one. Pain and symptom management are also available to ensure older adults live a worry-free retirement. Prioritizing older adults’ needs, the community is dedicated to providing the highest quality of life in the comforts of their homes to make the most out of their later years.

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Overview of Bristol Hospice – Bakersfield

Live comfortably in your later years with Bristol Hospice – Bakersfield, a trusted community in Bakersfield, CA, that specializes in hospice and palliative care. The community utilizes non-pharmacological methods, like its exclusive Sweet Dreams and Bright Moments, that especially cater to those with memory-related needs. Older adults can rest assured of receiving exceptional care tailored to their needs in collaboration with the community’s dedicated and well-trained team.

Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance cover the cost of hospice care, easing financial burdens. Pain management and emotional and spiritual support are also provided to ensure older adults’ holistic wellness. The community strives to help older adults make the most of their later years, delivering top-notch care to the comforts of their homes.

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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:

  • Overall, staffing, and inspection ratings
  • Long-stay and short-stay quality measures
  • Nurse-to-resident and staff-to-resident ratios
  • Health deficiencies and regulatory history
  • Accreditations and positive local news reporting

These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.

Operational Stability & Resident Support

Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:

  • Nurse hours per patient per day
  • Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
  • Administrative stability and ownership quality
  • Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover
Balancing Additional Factors

The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:

  • Year built or renovated
  • Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
  • Revenue per bed
  • Administrator tenure

These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

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  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
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  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
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