Webster House

Webster House is an Assisted Living Home in California

Webster House is an Assisted Living Home in California

Webster House

401 Webster St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 View Map

Webster House is an Assisted Living Home in California

Webster House is an Assisted Living Home in California

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Overview of Webster House

One of Palo Alto’s premier communities, Webster House creates a fulfilling intellectual diversity that seniors can immerse themselves in at the heart of Silicon Valley. From vibrant urban living to an engaged retirement experience, the tightly-knit home is a place for endless opportunities that await discovery for independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing residents. Through its personalized care approach to senior care, residents will find a lifestyle that suits their needs and satisfies holistic wellness.

As a Front Porch Community, Webster House offers a forward-thinking Life Plan Advantage that encourages individuality and comfort supported by its well-trained professional care staff. From healthcare to delicious dining, residents can expect a range of comprehensive services that promote a lifestyle fulfilled by safety and convenience.

Home Information WEBSTER HOUSE
  • Occupancy trails most facilities in the state, suggesting excess open capacity. The property runs a smaller bed inventory than most peers, focusing on a more intimate census. Residents tend to stay here longer than similar facilities across the state.

  • Home revenue lands near the state median, signaling steady but not standout inflows. Payroll spending sits in the top tier, showing a strong investment in staffing resources. Total income trails most communities, suggesting tighter operating margins.

  • Medicare nights track the statewide midpoint, keeping volumes steady. Medicaid nights fall below most peers, pointing to lighter Medicaid reliance. Private pay nights hover around the statewide average, supporting a diversified mix.

Occupancy
Beds
54
Occupancy
41.6%
Total Bed Days Available
52925
Avg. Length of Stay
263 days
Avg. Residents per Day
60
Finance
Home Revenue
$11,025,847.00
Payroll Costs
$7,491,342.00
Profit
$-3,520,220.00
Total Costs
$740,223.00
Payroll % of Revenue Info Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
67.9%
House Specifics:
CCN
555156
Owner Name
ABARE, ELVYRA
Rural vs. Urban
Urban
County
Santa Clara
Type of Control
Governmental — City
Operations
Total Admissions
88
Total Discharges
90
% Medicaid Admissions
3%
% Medicare Admissions
73%
% Private Pay Admissions
24%
% Medicaid Discharges
14%
% Medicare Discharges
63%
% Private Pay Discharges
22%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating Info CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
5 / 5
Health Inspection Rating Info Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
5 / 5
Staffing Rating Info Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4 / 5
QM Rating Info Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day Info Adjusted total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4.93 hrs
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights Info Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
18674
Medicaid Nights Info Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
1414
Free Market Nights Info Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
3561
Bed community size
54-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
10 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 90 / 100
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Community Stability & Environment

  • Current Availability 49 of 54 beds occupied
    Occupancy rate of 90.7%.
  • Licensed Since Info Date when the facility's license was first issued by California June 1, 2015

Facility & Licensing Details

  • CCN (CMS Certification) Info Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Certification Number. 555156
  • County Info County in California where the facility is located. SANTA CLARA
  • Facility Type Info Indicates the state-regulated license category used in California (e.g., Residential Care Facility for the Elderly). RCFE-CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY
  • License Status Info Shows whether the facility is currently licensed, closed, or pending renewal in California. LICENSED
  • Licensee / Operator Info Entity or organization legally responsible for managing this facility under California regulations. FRONT PORCH COMMUNITIES AND SERVICES

Floor Plans

Inspection History

7 visits
In line with the California average.
Senior living communities undergo regular visits by state and federal agencies to ensure they meet high standards of care, safety, and compliance.
2 citations
This is in line with the California average.
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Inspection Report Summary for Webster House

Webster House, a 741‑type residential care facility in Palo Alto, has demonstrated strong compliance during its early 2021–2022 inspections. Two unannounced COVID‑19 infection‑control visits in May and June 2021 confirmed zero resident or staff cases and adequate PPE supplies; the agency issued only a technical advisory noting routine practice. A subsequent 1‑year review in July 2022 reaffirmed that the facility maintained proper visitor screening, hand‑washing stations, and sufficient food and medication supplies, with no cited deficiencies. An incident‑management visit in August 2022, prompted by a resident‑reported verbal abuse allegation, yielded no regulatory violations; the staff investigation established a response plan to always assign a second caregiver to the accused employee.

The 19 June 2024 unannounced 1‑year inspection revealed new concerns. Licensing Program Analyst David Marrufo found that three of six staff records lacked current first‑aid certifications, creating a potential safety risk for residents. More critically, centrally stored medication records for five residents were incomplete, with all prescribed medications omitted from the required CSMDR documentation. The agency cited sections 87411(c)(1) and 87465(h)(6)(A)–(F) of the California Code of Regulations and issued an advisory note with a plan of correction due 26 June 2024. The facility agreed to submit updated first‑aid certificates and a comprehensive audit of medication records.

The most recent report dated 16 June 2025 is truncated, with no narrative provided beyond basic administrative details. Nonetheless, the pattern of findings suggests that Webster House has historically maintained high standards of COVID‑19 prevention and general operational compliance, while recent inspections are highlighting gaps in staff credentialing and medication record‑keeping. The agency’s corrective‑action framework and the facility’s timely responses indicate an ongoing commitment to address these deficiencies and to sustain safe, regulatory‑aligned care for residents.

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Webster House
AL

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

IL

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SNF

24/7 care needed

Palo Alto
1 Bed / 2 Bed
54
No
90
ABARE, ELVYRA
90.7%
$11,025,847.00
$7,491,342.00
67.9%
59.90
5/5
4.9334
5/5
4/5
5/5
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Atria Park of San Mateo
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Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for California Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)
  • General: Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • CA Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
  • Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
  • General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
  • Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
  • Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
  • General: Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
  • Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
  • General: Age 62+, California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).
  • Asset Limits: Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
  • CA Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
  • Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
CA ALW
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
  • Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
CA CARES
  • General: Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable; need-based.
  • CA Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
  • Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  • General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
  • CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
  • Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for California Seniors

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • CA Specifics:
    County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
California IHSS

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics:
    Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
CA MSSP

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics:
    Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
CA PTP

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 62+, California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).
  • Asset Limits:
    Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
  • CA Specifics:
    Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
CA ALW

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics:
    Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
CA CARES

California CARES Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable; need-based.
  • CA Specifics:
    High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
CA LIHEAP

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable; income-focused.
  • CA Specifics:
    High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).

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