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Nursing Homes · California

Nursing Homes in California

Compare 493 nursing homes communities across California — with real ratings, locations, and free help choosing the right fit.

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California at a glance
493
Nursing Homes communities
12+
cities covered
$10,000
median / month
4.1★
avg rating
493
Nursing Homes communities
12+
California cities & towns
$10,000
Median monthly cost
4.1
Average rating
Overview

Nursing Homes in California

California has the largest number of senior living communities in the country, from the Bay Area and Los Angeles to San Diego, the Central Valley, and beyond. Assisted living averages around $5,500 a month statewide, though coastal metros run considerably higher and inland areas more affordable.

California licenses these communities as Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE), ranging from small board-and-care homes to large communities. Below you can compare communities by city and get free help from a local advisor.

Costs

What nursing homes costs in California

Assisted living in California averages around $5,500 per month, with Bay Area and coastal metros running higher and inland regions more affordable.

California median$10,000/mo
U.S. assisted living median$6,200/mo

What affects the price? Location and local demand, private vs. shared room, the level of daily care needed, and add-ons like medication administration or nighttime support.

Ways families pay

Private pay California Medicaid VA Aid & Attendance Long-term care insurance
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Nursing Homes communities in California

Browse communities in our California directory — call for current pricing and availability.

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Nursing Homes by California city

Explore communities in California's cities and towns.

Los Angeles81 Sacramento78 Fresno52 San Diego50 Riverside44 Anaheim42 Roseville40 San Jose35 Bakersfield34 Long Beach31 Van Nuys30 Carmichael26

What nursing homes offers

Nursing Homes provides 24/7 skilled nursing and medical care for people with complex or chronic health needs.

  • Help with daily activities & medication management
  • Meals, housekeeping & laundry
  • Trained staff and a safe, supportive environment
  • Activities, wellness & social connection
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California rules & paying for care

Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs) in California are licensed and inspected by the California Department of Social Services (CDSS), Community Care Licensing Division.

  • California's Medicaid program, Medi-Cal, can cover care services in a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly through the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) in participating counties; room and board is paid privately
  • Veterans may apply VA Aid & Attendance toward costs
  • Private pay, savings, and long-term care insurance are common
How to pay for senior care
Questions

California nursing homes FAQs

What is an RCFE in California?
RCFE stands for Residential Care Facility for the Elderly — California's license category for assisted living and board-and-care homes. RCFEs range from small homes with a handful of residents to large communities, all licensed by the California Department of Social Services. Our advisors can help you compare them.
Does Medi-Cal pay for assisted living in California?
Medi-Cal's Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) can cover care services in a licensed RCFE for eligible seniors, but it operates in participating counties and often has waitlists. Room and board is paid privately. Our advisors can explain availability in your area.
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Other care types in California

Assisted Living in CaliforniaHelp with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, plus meals, housekeeping, and social life Memory Care in CaliforniaSecured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementia, with 24/7 supervision and trained staff Independent Living in CaliforniaMaintenance-free living with amenities and social opportunities for active, self-sufficient seniors CCRCs in CaliforniaA full continuum of care — independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing — on one campus Residential Care in CaliforniaSmall, home-like board-and-care homes offering personal care and supervision for a handful of residents All California senior livingBrowse every community by city

Free help finding nursing homes in California

Our senior living advisors know California communities, pricing, and availability. Tell us what your family needs and we'll do the legwork — at no cost and no obligation.

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