Recognizing senior communities that are setting the standard for excellence
California’s trusted resource for celebrating excellence in senior living.
California is home to hundreds of assisted living and memory care communities. Many are good, some are exceptional - yet there is no trusted, independent resource dedicated to identifying and recognizing communities that consistently deliver outstanding resident experiences, family satisfaction, innovation, hospitality, and quality of care.
Program Features and Criteria
Our guide was created to celebrate, recognize, and share the stories of senior living communities that are setting the standard for excellence.
Participation is Free
No listing fees
No advertising requirements
No sponsorship obligations
No pay-to-play rankings
Featured Communities
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Continuing Care
Areas of Recognition
Resident & Family Experience
Hospitality & Innovation
Design & Environment
Leadership & Culture
More than a Rating
Our goal is to showcase what makes great communities truly exceptional.
Each recognized community receives a professionally written Excellence Profile showcasing your community story, leadership team, resident experiences, innovation initiatives, culture, amenities, and more.
The NorthStar4 Vision
California’s trusted resource for celebrating excellence in senior living.
By highlighting exceptional operators, our goal is to elevate standards across the industry and improve the lives of residents and families living in senior care facilities throughout California.
Getting Acquainted
Participation in our program is invaluable to your community and its residents.
Our guide provides an opportunity to showcase your team’s accomplishments, enhance credibility, support occupancy growth, build confidence, and share best practices throughout the industry.
Become A Partner
Our guide was created to celebrate, recognize, and share the stories of senior living communities that are setting the standard for excellence.