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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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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).

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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).

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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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Overview of Guardian Home Care – Bakersfield

Based in the thriving neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA, Guardian Home Care-Bakersfield is an ideal community that offers in-home care services. With a wide range of care, including personal care, respite care, 24-hour care, and hourly care, older adults can rest assured of receiving the care and support they need. A kind and highly trained team helps with day-to-day activities and household responsibilities, ensuring a worry-free retirement.

The community also provides genuine companionship and assistance with errands to prevent loneliness. There’s no need to hassle with meal preparation with delightful and healthy meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Medication monitoring and transportation are also available for older adults’ convenience. The community is an enticing option for those seeking exceptional care in the comfort of their homes.

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Overview of Ararat Hospice Care, INC.

Located in Bakersfield, CA, Ararat Hospice Care, Inc. is a dependable community that specializes in hospice care. The community is dedicated to improving older adults’ living experiences, providing top-tier care and support tailored to their special needs 24/7. With a compassionate and highly trained team helping with their daily living activities, older adults ease their worries and make every moment of their later years count.

Bereavement support is also available to help family members cope during this difficult time of their lives. Through a holistic approach to care, older adults can rest assured of living their golden years with less pain. The community strives to meet older adults’ special needs without leaving the safety of their homes, with its exceptional care and dedicated services.

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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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Overview of Livermore Valley Senior Living

Peacefully nestled in Livermore, CA, Livermore Valley Senior Living is an idyllic community that offers excellent assisted living and memory care. Their team of well-trained caregivers is available 24/7 to support residents with their daily living activities, alongside licensed nurses and a physician who work closely with families and residents. With individualized care plans, residents are guaranteed to receive proper care and attention in a safe and secure setting.

The community prioritizes residents’ health and well-being by offering balanced and nutritious meals. With an array of activities tailored to residents’ skills and interests, residents never run out of meaningful things to do. Residents here are also liberated from tedious chores to ensure they can focus on living their best lives without worry.

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Housing Options: Studio / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Independence Plaza

Beautifully located near Jean Sweeney Open Space Park in Alameda, CA, Independence Plaza is a distinguished community that offers independent living. With 186 cozy and beautifully designed accommodations, residents’ comfort and convenience are guaranteed. The community also promises safety like no other, with emergency pull cords in each unit and age-friendly amenities.

With an on-site resident manager available, residents receive assistance whenever necessary. The community is also equipped with beautifully-manicured courtyards, and a community room with a kitchen for residents to freely interact with their surroundings. Here, residents can downsize in retirement with ease with the community’s specially designed amenities dedicated to retaining their independence.

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Room Sizes: 572 / 780 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Devoted Care Services
At Devoted Care Services, we believe aging should never mean leaving the comfort, familiarity, and dignity of home. Proudly serving families in Camarillo and throughout Ventura County, our agency provides compassionate, non-medical in-home care designed to help older adults live safely, comfortably, and independently.
Our highly trained caregivers deliver personalized support tailored to each client’s needs and preferences. Services include personal care assistance, memory care for individuals living with dementia, respite care for family caregivers, post-operative recovery support, and 24-hour care for those who require continuous supervision and assistance. Every care plan is thoughtfully designed to promote safety, independence, and peace of mind for both clients and their families.
Beyond daily assistance, our caregivers focus on enriching quality of life. Clients are encouraged to remain active and socially engaged through companionship, meaningful activities, and supportive routines that nurture emotional well-being. From preparing nutritious meals to assisting with daily living tasks, our team ensures that each client receives attentive, respectful care in the place they feel most comfortable—home.
For families navigating serious illness, our caregivers also work alongside hospice providers to offer compassionate end-of-life support, helping ensure comfort, dignity, and emotional support during this important time.
With a reputation built on reliability, compassion, and professional excellence, Devoted Care Services is honored to be a trusted partner for families seeking exceptional in-home care.
Because you deserve Devoted Care.

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Overview of Community Care and Hospice LLC

Receive top-notch care in your later years with Community Care & Hospice in Camarillo, CA, which offers hospice care. Dedicated to improving older adults’ living experiences, the community strives to provide top-tier care and support tailored to their needs around the clock. The community works closely with healthcare providers to ensure older adults are well-cared for.

Grief services are also provided to help family members cope during this difficult time of their lives. The community also takes care of older adults’ medical needs, delivering equipment and medications and providing physician and nurse visits for their convenience. There’s no need to leave the comforts of your home for top-notch care with the community’s dedicated care.

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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. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • 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
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.