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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in San Jose, CA
If you’re looking for assisted living in San Jose, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in San Jose or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in San Jose.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in San Jose for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 94 assisted living facilities in the San Jose area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Unincorporated - East, Morgan Hill - Western and Seabright.
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I like the small care facility. My husband gets along better with fewer people. The meals that I have seen are great and he is eating much better. The staff and care seem very good. The only problem has...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
BonHomie Group is a family-owned business that has been operating for 30 years, with 8 care homes in San Jose and Saratoga. All of the care homes have Administrators who are certified by Community Care Licensing; have taken extensive continuing education classes and passed the government test...
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For the care they give, they’re alright. My dad was only there a little while and it was more for rehab than any intention to stay long term. It’s a home, not a larger institution. They don’t have any...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
BonHomie Group is a family-owned business that has been operating for 30 years, with 8 care homes in Saratoga, San Jose's Almaden Valley, Willow Glen, and Cambrian areas. All of the care homes have Administrators who are certified by Community Care Licensing; have taken extensive continuing...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Cedar Creek is particularly well-suited to mobile, active, social residents. However we pride ourselves on providing care to our residents throughout their journey. Our one-of a kind activity program helps our residents stay engaged in the day at any stage of their process, boasting several...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
We service elderly who have have early to moderate stages of Alzheimer's, Dementia or related disorders like stroke victims. We also service persons age 60 and over, bedridden and persons who need some care and are no longer able to live at home. We service 24 hour home care and supervision,...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I like them because they seem to be very caring and they are looking after my mother very well. I like the owner as he helped me get connected with hospice. Before going to Villa, others were very...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Getting quality care in old age is a necessity. Your loved one deserves the best. Villa Margarita Senior Care offers the highest quality care at a very affordable price. This is one of the most beautiful communities in all of San Jose. Residents can enjoy a number of different amenities. Villa...
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It seems like it is going well for my mother-in-law since her move into this home. We are very pleased, there is one caregiver named Grace that has done a very good job. She takes pictures and when we see my...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The BonHomie Residential Care in Saratoga, CA, truly brings to life the culmination of establishing and adhering to our core values that have effectively served our residents in 8 locations for over 25 years. We pride ourselves in being a family-run business that has a proven track record of...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
AnitaÆs Residential Care Home I is located in sunny San Jose, CA. The six room senior care facility provides residents with a stylish and very relaxed existence along with top of the line care. We pride ourselves on giving our residents a sense of independence and a boost to their standard of...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Soriano RCFE is a senior care home in northern California in the lovely town of Milpitas in Santa Clara County. Conveniently located just 10 minutes north of the San Jose airport and less than an hour drive from the San Francisco Airport the town of Milpitas boasts many amenities, home to more...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cost of assisted living in San Jose, CA
The average cost of senior living in San Jose is $5,067 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley, CA with an average of $4,723 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in San Jose, CA
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What families are saying about assisted living in San Jose
Recent reviews for assisted living in San Jose
Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA
5.0
This place is an excellent facility that specializes in the care of Chinese speaking people. It is well maintained and the staff is always ready to help. My mom lived there until she passed .
Ivy Park at Palo Alto
5.0
From the looks of our visits, my mom is experiencing a good, new lifestyle. She has made the transition just fine. We are getting the doctor set up and I am familiar with the staff. They are great workers and I think the facility is great too. The manager, staff, nurses, are all very nice, all ...
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Sunrise of Sunnyvale
5.0
I took a tour with [name removed] , what a sweetheart. She was professional, knowledgeable and represented the company well. I am looking a ways out, but defiantly my first choice. I was very impressed. They also have a great Asian infused menu.
San Jose review score based on 141 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 141 reviews of 60 San Jose assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The San Jose review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
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Review subcategories for San Jose assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 141 reviews of 60 San Jose assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare San Jose resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.San Jose, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.1
Value for cost*
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San Jose assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Jose assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Jose, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in San Jose assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in San Jose that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.7%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
70%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.7%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.7%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
53.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in San Jose assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of San Jose Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in San Jose assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of San Jose partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.7%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
31.7%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.3%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.7%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in San Jose assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of San Jose communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
28.3%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Jose assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in San Jose offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.7%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.7%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
38.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
25%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.7%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in San Jose
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in San Jose protect seniors.
Related senior services in San Jose, California
In San Jose, California, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
San Jose, California, is car dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in San Jose include bus routes and train routes. Seniors may receive fare discounts. San Jose has somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.
San Jose offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Kaiser Foundation Hospital-San Jose and the Regional Medical Center of San Jose.
San Jose offers a variety of entertainment options. The city’s rolling hills and year-round sunshine make it the perfect place for outdoor activities. Seniors can enjoy strolling the city’s gardens, golfing at the local courses, or visiting the Happy Hollow Park and Zoo. San Jose also offers several historic sites and museums to explore — tour the infamous Winchester Mystery House to view peculiar architecture, view famous paintings at San Jose Museum of Art, or visit the beautiful Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph. Seniors can even visit the Cypress Senior Center to find new events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, Sunrise of Sunnyvale and Belmont Village San Jose are the top-rated assisted living facilities near San Jose, California. See full list of communities.
There are 94 assisted living facilities near San Jose, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in San Jose, California are Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, Sunrise of Sunnyvale and Atria Willow Glen. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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