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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Santa Clara County, CA
Assisted living costs in Santa Clara County average about $5,606 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 15 communities in Santa Clara County. Our detailed directory has 287 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as San Jose, Santa Clara and Mountain View.
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9.5
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42 reviews
My Mom's moved back home this year...She had a great experience at West Mont...but since needing 24/7 care the expense became to much...Thankyou for the care given in the 2 yrs she was there
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.
Westmont of Morgan Hill is an assisted living community located in Morgan Hill, CA, in Santa Clara County and home to about 38,000 people. An area considered to be part of Silicon Valley, Morgan Hill has relaxing parklike settings, shops, stores, restaurants and new homes. Residents will be able...
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It's a " smaller" facility where everyone knows each other. Everyone calls my mom by name, and engages with her in passing . Covid protocols in place and well monitored. They are very responsive to family /...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
It feels like home.By choosing Pacific Gardens a family is assured that their loved one is well taken care of in a clean, comfortable home-like community. Pacific Gardens provides residents with nutritious fresh food, features engaging activities, and takes pride in their caring and competent...
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9.3
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42 reviews
Staff is very involved and has her best interests always in mind. Sachi in at level zero meaning an independent renter yet they will notice she has missed dinner and will check on her. Beautiful back yard...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Ivy Park at San Jose is a senior-living community tucked into a mostly residential area in the Evergreen/Silver Creek neighborhood. It is a quiet and peaceful community that is easily accessible to Highway 101 and with close proximity to downtown San Jose. Residents and their families often enjoy...
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9.3
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71 reviews
I have been living her for over 3 years, and moved here from another Atria. The people are great - both staff and the people who live here. I enjoy playing bingo and love the lasagne dish. They keep the...
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.
Atria Evergreen Valley provides a full range of choices for today's seniors. Choosing a senior living community represents a lifestyle choice and we understand that our residents are choosing much more than a comfortable living environment to call home. In choosing this community, our residents...
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9.0
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11 reviews
I would say that initially we were happy with the way my dad was doing. Once his needs became more demanding, Loma Clara was not able to deal with it. Its memory care is not sufficiently staffed. They corral...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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8.3
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73 reviews
My mom was very resistant to going into a senior living facility. But now, sometimes she's too busy to hang out with family because she's having such a good time there. She does say the food is bland and...
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.
Experience the Good LifeWhile we are a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in San Jose, California, you might get the impression you stumbled upon a family reunion when you show up on our doorstep for the first time. Our team will greet you with warm smiles and you’ll hear the sound of...
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The staff are knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. I would recommend you give this community a try for your loved one. Depending on the needs of your loved one they will be helpful for the family as well.
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.
Harvy's Home Care is a residential care home located in beautiful San Jose, California in sunny Santa Clara County. Our community is conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, and the West Valley Freeway. We also have several beautiful parks nearby for our guests to enjoy. Sunny San Jose...
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I am so happy with Valley Pines. My dad has been here for 3 months. He tells me the food is great. He has a lot of room and is happy to have his own bathroom. The place is exceptionally clean. The...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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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My mom is really liking her new home. She likes to play bingo and even won a game recently and called to tell me. The community is a very nice and clean place and it is close to my home. Overall, we are...
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.
A Resident’s View: by Hettie Lou DowningI became a “take charge” person the year I turned 10 and my mother’s delicate health dictated that I become her substitute. I left home at age 16 to attend the university and became self-supporting. The lessons I learned from “take charge” employment were...
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I highly recommend the community. It was wonderful for my loved one. The staff communication with the family has been great. The caregivers were awesome! There were fruits and vegetables served with the...
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.
Oak Grove RCH Oak Grove RCH is a residential care home located in the clean San Jose City, California in Santa Clara County. Our community is situated in a place with many indigenous trees, a good road network and serene environment. The residence sits on a spacious land with a large backyard...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Morgan Hill Villa is a licensed residential care facility for the elderly providing harmonious living and care right in the heart of Morgan Hill. Here you'll enjoy all the benefits of a warm home atmosphere. You will have confidence knowing that your needs will be met - now and in the future. We...
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[name removed] the director and her staff are amazing. Can always get InTouch with someone no matter what day or time. Very pleasant and friendly with all the patients.
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.
Kingdom Hearts Care Home is located in the beautiful and sunny San Jose, California and offers independent living for the elderly. The quiet facility provides 24-hour non-medical care, supervision and assistance with bathing and grooming to provide a comfortable and self-supporting lifestyle. The...
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It seemed fine. My uncle went in here for rehab, got better and got out of there so that's great. Everything was good. They were nice and good at communicating.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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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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...
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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.
Discover a new vision of luxury senior living, now brought to life at Ellore Senior Living. Built from the ground up, with modern interiors by March and White Design, Ellore Senior Living is thoughtfully crafted for older adults who seek a lifestyle of abundant style, wellness, and social...
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Cost of assisted living in Santa Clara County, CA
The average cost of senior living in Santa Clara County is $5,606 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Diablo Grande, CA with an average of $3,801 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Santa Clara County, CA vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Santa Clara County, CA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Santa Clara County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Santa Clara County, CA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Santa Clara County over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Santa Clara County, CA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Santa Clara County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Santa Clara County
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 .
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.
Atria Willow Glen in San Jose, CA
5.0
My husband was at Atria for 2 yrs and loved it. He made many friends and enjoyed the community. The staff were wonderful, accommodating, and always made us feel welcome. We were nervous at first but now we know it was the best decision!
Santa Clara County review score based on 59 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 59 reviews of 15 Santa Clara County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Santa Clara County 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
Santa Clara County review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Santa Clara County 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 59 reviews of 15 Santa Clara County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Santa Clara County 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.Santa Clara County, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
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Santa Clara County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santa Clara County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santa Clara County, 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 Santa Clara County 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 Santa Clara County 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
33.3%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.3%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.7%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.3%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Santa Clara County 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 Santa Clara County 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
66.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santa Clara County 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 Santa Clara County 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
13.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Santa Clara County 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 Santa Clara County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santa Clara County 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 Santa Clara County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
40.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
46.7%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.7%
45.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Santa Clara County
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 Santa Clara County protect seniors.
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Sunrise of Sunnyvale, Belmont Village San Jose and The Rose Garden Elderly Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Santa Clara County, California. See full list of communities.
There are 15 assisted living facilities near Santa Clara County, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Santa Clara County, California are Sunrise of Sunnyvale, Atria Willow Glen and Atria Evergreen Valley. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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Assisted Living in Cities Near Santa Clara County
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