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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 Peaceful Hearts Home Care

Gracefully age in the comfort of your residence with Peaceful Hearts Home Care, a remarkable home care provider in Riverside, CA that offers an array of in-home care services. With the help of its highly skilled caregivers, this care provider ensures residents receive all the care and support they need to comfortably age in place. From personal care to household maintenance, the community takes care of it all to give residents more time to focus on the things they love to do.

They also offer general support with errands and appointments for utmost comfort and convenience. Their compassionate care team is also willing to keep residents company any time and any day to provide them with emotional and physical support. Peaceful Hearts Home Care also regularly updates residents’ families, promoting transparency and involvement in their loved one’s care.

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Overview of Companion Hospice LLC

Tucked away in Riverside, CA, Companion Hospice LLC is a compassionate community designed for hospice and palliative care. The community is dedicated to helping residents with a life-limiting illness live out their final days with dignity by offering them all the comfort and support they need. They feature an excellent team of care experts, including nurses, physicians, social workers, and more to ensure residents’ medical to spiritual needs are met.

From personalized home health care to palliative care, the community offers an array of services to help ease residents’ pain and give them as much comfort as possible. Residents’ families also find comfort in having bereavement support after losing their loved ones. Helping them navigate through grief. With Companion Hospice LLC, you and your family are guaranteed to receive all the support you need during your end-of-life journey.

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Overview of Bella Terra Hospice

Conveniently nestled in Corona, CA, Bella Terra Hospice is an excellent community that caters to those needing home health care and hospice services. Dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life, the community features a team of care professionals like nurses and therapists to address residents’ individual needs. Access to physical, speech, and occupational therapy services are offered to help manage and improve residents’ functionality and independence.

Residents in the final stages of their lives live out their days in comfort with a team trained to handle their unique needs. The community goes the extra mile in supporting residents’ families by offering bereavement support in the face of losing their loved ones. Here, they work together to make residents’ lives as comfortable as possible throughout their aging journey.

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Overview of Riva Hospice of California

Set in a peaceful area in Riverside, CA, Riva Hospice of California is a community designed to offer compassionate end-of-life care. The community is well-equipped to support residents in the later stages of their lives and provide them with all the comfort they’ll need. A team of kind and highly skilled care professionals is available 24/7 to provide residents with skilled nursing care for their medical needs.

Dedicated to making this difficult time easier for both residents and their families, the community also provides emotional and spiritual support throughout their journey. By offering bereavement support, RIVA allows everyone involved to navigate the grief of losing their loved ones healthily. At Riva Hospice of California, they strive to help residents and their families for the inevitable in their own way.

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Overview of Inland Valley Hospice

Inland Valley Hospice is a compassionate community in Riverside, CA purpose-built to offer end-of-life care. Dedicated to helping residents live out their days in comfort, the community offers an array of care services tailored to their needs. A 24/7 licensed nurse is always available to address residents and their families’ concerns, alongside a team of reliable caregivers trained in end-of-life care.

The community provides emotional support for any difficulties residents and their loved ones may face through their compassionate chaplains and social workers. From nursing and physician care to spiritual support, the community ensures residents are well-supported throughout their journey. Here, you can comfortably live your final days without worry knowing you are surrounded by the people you love and people who genuinely care for you and your loved ones’ welfare.

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Aveeva Hospice

11860 Magnolia Ave STE I, Riverside, CA 92503
Overview of Aveeva Hospice

Get through your end-of-life journey in a dignified manner with Aveeva Hospice, a compassionate community in Riverside, CA designed for hospice care. They offer an array of services tailored to individual needs like pain & symptom management and assistance with medications. By offering the necessary equipment and supplies, the community ensures residents here live their final days in comfort.

With their kind and highly skilled counselors, residents and their families receive counsel for their social, emotional, and spiritual needs. With 24/7 care teams, everyone enjoys their peace of mind knowing that someone is readily available to attend to their needs. At Aveeva Hospice, residents maintain their dignity and receive the highest level of support during their difficult moments.

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Overview of Deer Park Retirement Community

Located in the serene city of Novato, CA, Deer Park Retirement Community combines vibrant living with exceptional care. This community provides options for independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care, all aimed at enhancing residents’ quality of life with compassionate and personalized support. Through comprehensive assessments, the dedicated team tailors care to meet each individual’s unique needs, creating a warm and welcoming environment. Residents can also choose from cozy apartments, designed for comfort and personal space.

With amenities like a hair salon and a fully equipped fitness center, Deer Park Retirement Community promotes wellness and an active lifestyle. Well-designed social areas and engaging activities ensure each day is filled with meaningful experiences and joy. Every detail is thoughtfully crafted to uplift, inspire, and celebrate the pleasure of daily living.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 408 / 560 / 665 / 914 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Movie Theater

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Overview of Caleo Bay Assisted Living and Memory Care

Caleo Bay Assisted Living and Memory Care is a highly recognized assisted living and memory care community in La Quinta, CA, that offers compassionate care for older adults. The community’s clean and nurturing setting ensures older adults can feel at home during their stay. With a dementia-trained team, as well as chef-prepared meals and 24-hour assistance, residents can ease their worries and have a maintenance-free lifestyle. Following a person-centered care approach, the community strives to understand residents’ routines and needs to help them thrive in retirement.

Chair yoga, puzzles, and live concerts are just some of the activities curated to enhance residents’ memory and encourage physical activity. With its wheelchair-accessible spaces and sensory spa, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety. Residents also have easy access to their healthcare needs and leisure, as the Bone and Joint Institute at Memorial Hospital and Walgreens are also located nearby. As one of the best options for memory care in California, this senior living community continuously provides excellent services for older adults’ welfare.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Three Meals Per Day

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Overview of Antelope Valley Care Center

Live a worry-free retirement with the idyllic senior living community of Antelope Valley Care Center set in charming Lancaster, CA, focusing on skilled nursing and rehabilitation. With its dedication to improving seniors’ well-being, the community provides a team of kind and well-trained professionals to care for their needs. Cozy and elegant accommodations are also available to ensure seniors’ comfort and convenience.

The community also offers social services to guide residents with their other needs. Moreover, fun activities and enriching events accompany residents as they try out new things and lead meaningful lives. Antelope Valley Care Center is ideally situated near local amenities and healthcare providers, giving residents easy access to their necessities and desires.

What does this home offer?

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Total Residents: 199 Residents

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Building Type: Single-story

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Home Instead – Santa Clarita

28110 Avenue Stanford UNIT A, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Overview of Home Instead – Santa Clarita

Based in the serene area of Santa Clarita, CA, Home Instead – Santa Clarita is a reliable home care provider that delivers exceptional care services right to seniors’ doorsteps. Offering personal care, Alzheimer’s care, chronic illness care, companionship, and hospice care, Home Instead guarantees seniors an all-encompassing care. This home care provider features a team of dependable caregivers that provides tailored services to make sure seniors receive only the services that best work for them.

With Home Instead, seniors enjoy individualized care plans that acknowledge both their needs and preferences. Knowing the importance of hiring the right people to their mission, the community thoroughly screens their caregivers and ensures they have the right character and dedication to attending to seniors’ needs with utmost respect and compassion. With access to the right amount of care and companionship from friendly caregivers, seniors are guaranteed to enjoy their autonomy and independence for as long as possible.

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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
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  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
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  • 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.