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AssistedLiving.org spent dozens of hours researching the top assisted living communities in the San Jose area to allow seniors and their families to find the community that’s right for them. Click through the facilities listed below to read in-depth reviews, what residents are saying, and details such as base pricing, room types, and more.

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Featured San Jose, CA Facilities

Pacific Gardens
Pacific Gardens

2384 Pacific Dr., Santa Clara, CA 95051

Pacific Gardens
  • Assisted living
  • memory care
Pacific Gardens is unique. Although it is in a quiet neighborhood, it’s also conveniently located close to…

4.3

Average of 21 reviews

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Golden Heritage Living
Golden Heritage Living

1275 N. 4th St., San Jose, CA 95112

Golden Heritage Living
  • Assisted living
  • memory care
  • respite care
As a non-profit function of the Chinese Baptist Church, Golden Heritage Living is a facility that makes…

3.8

Average of 6 reviews

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Villa Fontana Retirement
Villa Fontana Retirement

5555 N. Prospect Rd., San Jose, CA 65129

Villa Fontana Retirement
  • Assisted living
  • memory care
Villa Fontana Retirement is a comfortable, attractive community in west San Jose. Staffed 24/7 by well-trained staff…

4

Average of 26 reviews

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The Parkview
The Parkview

100 Valley Ave., Pleasanton, CA 94566

The Parkview
  • Assisted living
  • memory care
The Parkview is conveniently located in central Pleasanton for residents and their guests. The staff speaks a…

3.8

Average of 4 reviews

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Fremont Hills
Fremont Hills

35490 Mission Blvd., Fremont, CA 94536

Fremont Hills
  • Assisted living
  • memory care
Fremont Hills is a high-quality care facility conveniently located in the heart of Silicon Valley in downtown…

4.3

Average of 30 reviews

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Moldaw Family Residences
Moldaw Family Residences

899 E Charleston Rd, Palo Alto, CA 10511

Moldaw Family Residences
  • Independent living
  • assisted living
  • memory care
  • skilled nursing
Moldaw Family Residences is a high-end facility and one of the most attractive campuses in Palo Alto.…

0

Average of 0 reviews

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Oakmont of San Jose
Oakmont of San Jose

917 Thornton Way, San Jose, CA 8533

Oakmont of San Jose
  • Assisted living
  • memory care
Oakmont of San Jose is not an ordinary assisted living facility. The luxury amenities offered here are…

0

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Vi at Palo Alto
Vi at Palo Alto

620 Sand Hill Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94304

Vi at Palo Alto
  • Independent living
  • assisted living
  • memory care
  • short-stay rehabilitation
VI at Palo Alto is a small, Type A continuing care retirement community located in the heart…

0

Average of 0 reviews

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Stevenson House
Stevenson House

455 E Charleston Rd, Palo Alto, CA 10515

Stevenson House
  • Independent living
Stevenson House was built in 1968 but has recently been remodeled. This facility stands out because it’s…

0

Average of 0 reviews

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Belmont Village San Jose
Belmont Village San Jose

500 S. Winchester Boulevard, San Jose, CA 8533

Belmont Village San Jose
  • Assisted living
  • memory care
Belmont Village San Jose is a luxury facility that offers more amenities than the average assisted living…

4.2

Average of 45 reviews

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Belmont Village Sunnyvale
Belmont Village Sunnyvale

1039 E. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087

Belmont Village Sunnyvale
  • Independent living
  • assisted living
  • memory care
Located in an upscale residential neighborhood in the heart of Silicon Valley, Belmont Village Sunnyvale aims to…

4.1

Average of 36 reviews

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Brookdale San Jose
Brookdale San Jose

1009 Blossom River Way, San Jose, CA 8528

Brookdale San Jose
  • Independent living
  • assisted living
  • memory care
Brookdale San Jose is ultimately customizable according to the needs of each resident. There are three plans…

4.2

Average of 32 reviews

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Carlton Senior Living San Jose
Carlton Senior Living San Jose

380 Branham Lane, San Jose, CA 8541

Carlton Senior Living San Jose
  • Independent living
  • assisted living
  • memory care
Carlton Senior Living San Jose is located near some of the best attractions in San Jose. The…

4

Average of 16 reviews

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The Terraces of Los Gatos
The Terraces of Los Gatos

800 Blossom Hill Rd., Los Gatos, CA 95032

The Terraces of Los Gatos
  • Independent living
  • assisted living
  • memory care
The Terraces of Los Gatos is a large facility that provides a high standard of living for…

0

Average of 0 reviews

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BridgePoint at Los Altos
BridgePoint at Los Altos

1174 Los Altos Rd., Los Altos, CA 94022

BridgePoint at Los Altos
  • Independent living
  • assisted living
BridgePoint at Los Altos focuses exclusively on residents who need help with activities of daily living. This…

4.4

Average of 6 reviews

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Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen
Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen

1420 Curci Drive, San Jose, CA 8531

Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen
  • Independent living
  • assisted living
  • memory care
The goal at Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen is for residents to feel like they’re at home.…

4.1

Average of 35 reviews

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Pacifica Senior Living Union City
Pacifica Senior Living Union City

33883 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City, CA 94587

Pacifica Senior Living Union City
  • Independent living
  • assisted living
  • memory care
Pacifica Senior Living Union City is a luxury facility that accommodates every resident’s needs with an individualized…

4.8

Average of 149 reviews

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Palo Alto Commons
Palo Alto Commons

4075 El Camino Way, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Palo Alto Commons
  • Independent living
  • assisted living
  • memory care
Palo Alto Commons is a luxury facility that cares for residents in mind, body, and spirit. The…

4

Average of 4 reviews

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Sunnyside Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care
Sunnyside Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care

1025 Carson Dr., Sunnyvale, CA 94086

Sunnyside Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care
  • Assisted living
  • memory care
Sunnyside Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care is an assisted living facility located in the heart of…

0

Average of 0 reviews

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Westmont of Morgan Hill
Westmont of Morgan Hill

1160 Cochrane Rd., Morgan Hill, CA 95037

Westmont of Morgan Hill
  • Independent living
  • assisted living
  • memory care
  • respite care
Westmont of Morgan Hill is a luxury facility that can accommodate any senior’s living situation. This upscale…

4.1

Average of 13 reviews

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Lincoln Glen Manor
Lincoln Glen Manor

2671 Plummer Ave., San Jose, CA 8530

Lincoln Glen Manor
  • Independent living
  • assisted living
  • memory care
  • nursing care
Lincoln Glen Manor is affiliated with the Lincoln Glen Church Congregation. The facility offers a chapel on-site…

3.3

Average of 5 reviews

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Saratoga Retirement Community
Saratoga Retirement Community

14500 Fruitvale Ave., Saratoga, CA 95070

Saratoga Retirement Community
  • Assisted living
  • memory care
Saratoga Retirement Community is a luxury facility located on a beautiful 37-acre property in Saratoga. More like…

3.1

Average of 8 reviews

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Lincoln Retirement Villa
Lincoln Retirement Villa

41040 Lincoln St., Fremont, CA 94538

Lincoln Retirement Villa
  • Assisted living
  • memory care
Lincoln Retirement Villa is an older facility that provides assistance with activities of daily living to residents…

3.9

Average of 15 reviews

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Palm Villas of Campbell
Palm Villas of Campbell

3333 S Bascom Ave, San Jose, CA 8407

Palm Villas of Campbell
  • Memory care
Palm Villas of Campbell is a facility that caters specifically to residents who have memory care needs.…

3

Average of 1 reviews

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Cedar Creek Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Community
Cedar Creek Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Community

15245 National Ave., Los Gatos, CA 8437

Cedar Creek Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Community
  • Memory care
Cedar Creek Alzheimer’s & Dementia Care Center is excellent for residents who need to receive attentive, appropriate…

4.4

Average of 10 reviews

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Somerset Senior Living
Somerset Senior Living

1050 Saint Elizabeth Drive, San Jose, CA 8531

Somerset Senior Living
  • Assisted living
  • memory care
Somerset Senior Living provides caring, attentive assistance to residents who need extra help with activities of daily…

0

Average of 0 reviews

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COVID-19 Rules for Assisted Living in San Jose

For assisted living communities, COVID-19 rules and regulations are typically set at the state level. You can view specific rules on our guide to assisted living in CA. These rules change often, and many communities have policies in place that go above and beyond what’s required by the state, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more.

How to Pay for Assisted Living in San Jose

Averaging $6,000 per month, the cost of assisted living in San Jose is considerably higher than the California state average and the national average.

Assisted Living in San Jose vs. Nearby Cities

To the east of San Jose, in the inland city of Modesto, the average monthly price is much lower at $4,000. Going west from San Jose, prices remain lower in Santa Cruz, averaging $5,550 per month. Moving north along the coast, the cost in San Francisco is much higher, with an average price of $6,319 per month. Further north up the coast, Santa Rosa has one of the highest prices in California; one month of assisted living there costs $7,048 on average.

  • San Jose: $6,000
  • California: $5,250
  • National: $4,500
  • Santa Cruz: $5,550
  • Modesto: $4,000
  • San Francisco: $6,319
  • Santa Rosa: $7,048

Assisted Living vs. Other Types of Care in San Jose, California

The prices for other types of care in San Jose vary widely. At $7,102 per month on average, homemaker assistance and home health aide services are significantly more expensive than assisted living. Adult day health care is the most affordable, costing $1,820 per month on average. Nursing homes are the most expensive care option, with one month in a semiprivate room averaging $11,863.

  • Assisted Living: $6,000
  • Home Care: $7,102
  • Home Health Care: $7,102
  • Adult Day Health Care: $1,820
  • Nursing Home (semiprivate room): $11,863

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in San Jose

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Other Ways to Pay for Assisted Living in San Jose

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in San Jose.

Free and Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources for Seniors in San Jose

Many free or low-cost resources are available for seniors in San Jose. These organizations assist with employment, nutrition education, advocacy, legal help and more.

Resource Contact Service
Sourcewise (408) 350-3200 As the Area Agency on Aging for San Jose, this nonprofit connects older adults to the information and resources they need. Trained specialists evaluate each senior’s requirements, guide them through available options and provide referrals to appropriate services. Its Senior Employment Services Program helps low-income adults 55 and older gain permanent employment by partnering with local organizations to offer paid, on-the-job training that develops occupational skills, work experience and confidence. The Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program provides one-on-one counseling to help seniors understand their Medicare benefits and health care options. The Connections, Health, Aging & Technology Program provides iPad access, computer training and technical support to adults 60 and older.
Santa Clara County Department of Aging and Adult Services (408) 755-7600 This department promotes a safe and independent lifestyle for older adults in San Jose and Santa Clara County. The Santa Clara County Senior Nutrition Program provides nutritious meals approved by registered dietitian nutritionists at more than 40 dining sites seven days a week. A donation is requested, but no one is denied food due to inability to pay. Ethnic, vegan and vegetarian options are available. Low-income registered participants of this program who need help getting to dining sites can receive bus passes, gas cards or subsidized paratransit rides through the Senior Nutrition Transportation Program. Its Adult Protective Services program helps older victims of abuse by investigating, preventing and remedying maltreatment.
Cypress Senior Center (408) 244-1353 Seniors can participate in health, education, art and music classes at this center. Special cultural events and holiday celebrations are available. It is open Monday to Friday and offers a computer lab, cooking room and dance room.
Senior Adults Legal Assistance (408) 295-5991 This nonprofit elder law office provides free legal services and community education to adults 60 and older. Services include advice, referrals and legal representation related to assisted living, elder abuse, Social Security, Medicare, Medi-Cal, advance health care directives and wills.
RYDE (669) 220-0831 A curb-to-curb transportation service, RYDE helps adults 65 and older get to appointments and visits with friends. Rides are available Monday to Friday, and fees are based on income and travel distance.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in San Jose

Assisted Living Communities in San Jose are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined by the state. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

Laws and regulations for assisted living in California

The Top Assisted Living Communities in the San Jose Area

In order to find the top assisted living communities in the San Jose area, our team of researchers:

  • Sorted through 114 communities using our unique methodology
  • Spent over 39 hours researching assisted living communities in San Jose
  • Read more than 912 reviews left by residents and their family members

After filtering out facilities that didn’t meet our high standards, we were left with 26 assisted living communities that earned our seal of approval. Through this process we discovered that the average cost of assisted living in the city of San Jose is $6,000, which is higher than the state average of $5,250 and considerably higher than the national average of $4,500.

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Christina Drumm-Boyd
Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) and Geriatric Care Manager (GCM)
Christina Drumm-Boyd
Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) and Geriatric Care Manager (GCM)

Christina is a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) and Geriatric Care Manager (GCM) who is passionate about seniors and their families. Along with her staff, Christina works hands-on with each client to find the best solutions for the challenges that often come with aging.

Read on for in-depth information about the top assisted living facilities in San Jose, a brief dive into our methodology for determining the best assisted living communities, and a searchable directory of 114 communities in the San Jose area.

Our Methodology

It’s not what we research, but the way we research that makes AssistedLiving.org stand out. We start by identifying problems and challenges in the senior care industry by gaining insight from conversations with industry professionals, older adults, and those that care for them. Next, our research team led by industry experts apply our data-driven research techniques to understand the magnitude of the challenge and how to overcome it. Finally, we present our findings in easy-to-understand guides and studies and share our actionable results with influencers and caregivers, as well as the general public.

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Facility Features (40%)

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on the facility including, but not
limited to, on-site nursing,
pharmacy, skilled nursing,
medicine administration, etc

Facility Amenities Graded on the available
amenities.

Affordability Financial assistance acceptance
and overall costs and value.

Residential Quality (40%)

Resident Satisfaction Polling & survey of overall facility satisfaction.

Facility Complaint and Violations Number of complaints and violations the facility had. Taking into account improvement over time.

Online Reviews Aggregated verified online reviews.

Location (20%)

Location-Based Benefits Including, but not limited to, proximity to
hospitals, ambulance response times, senior
resources available, and state and city
financial assistance.

Location Quality Local crime rates, incidents against older
adults, air quality, climate.

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