Channing House

Nursing Home
Overview of Channing House
Channing House is a not-for-profit Life Plan Community located in Palo Alto, California. It offers a vibrant setting for older adults, promoting active and engaged living. The community provides a continuum of healthcare services, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing.
(650) 327-0950

Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 264
Bed community size
264-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
32 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

About this community

License Status
LICENSED
Facility Type
RCFE-CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
License Date
March 20, 1993

Additional licensing details

License number: 220000404
County: SANTA CLARA
RCFE Number: 430700136
SNF License: 220000404

Ownership & operating entity

Owner name: CHANNING HOUSE

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

All Levels of Care

Independent Living
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Independent Living, Residential Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Programs + Classes, Fitness + Wellness, Dining, Amenities + Services, Volunteer

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Indulgent, creative American and global cuisine, outstanding service and fascinating company.

Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

3 visits

Breakdown by visit type

0 total complaint visits

0 other visits Info Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.

5 complaints

Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Address 37.4 miles from city center

Address PALO ALTO, CA 94301

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

County-managed; waitlists possible.

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).

$2,000 (individual).

Can hire family as caregivers.

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+, California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).

Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

CA LIHEAP

Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.

~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).

Not applicable; income-focused.

High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.

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