Bonita Springs Senior Living
Assisted Living, Home Care, Hospice Care, Memory Care, Palliative Care & Residential Care · Santa Clara, CA

Bonita Springs Senior Living

Assisted Living, Home Care, Hospice Care, Memory Care, Palliative Care & Residential Care · Santa Clara, CA

Overview of Bonita Springs Senior Living

Located on Scott Boulevard in Santa Clara, California, Bonita Springs Senior Living is a nursing home just west of Highway 101 with ready access to local hospitals and transit. The facility is Bonita Springs Senior Living LLC-operated, under administrator Dulce Cera. As a newly established community with one year of operation, it brings fresh infrastructure and systems to skilled nursing care in the South Bay.

With 32 beds, the facility is small by design, which supports a more intimate care environment where staff can develop close relationships with all residents. The neighborhood around Scott Boulevard has a Walk Score of 81, meaning most errands can be done on foot. Visiting family members will find the area convenient for parking and walking to nearby shops and services. Clinically, the home is geared toward rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Services feature rehabilitation therapy, respite care for temporary stays, 24-hour staffing to assist with active medical needs, and both home health and home care services that bridge residents between hospital discharge and longer-term recovery. Palliative care is also offered, supporting residents and families when the goal shifts to comfort and life quality.

For families evaluating Bonita Springs, an on-site visit can deliver a clear sense of the small-community feel and the newer facility’s daily operations. Regular family visits are achievable since the location sits on a highly accessible and walkable street.

Bed community size
32-bed community Rank #1245 / 1644Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1245th out of 1644 homes in California for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #1397 / 1497Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1397th out of 1497 homes in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 81 / 100 Rank #383 / 2087Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 383rd out of 2087 homes in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceMarch 19, 2025
CountySanta Clara

Ownership & Operating Entity

Bonita Springs Senior Living is legally operated by Bonita Springs Senior Living LLC, and administered by Dulce Cera.

Owner NameBonita Springs Senior Living LLC

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

4 services
Home Care
Home Health
Palliative Care
Residential Care Home

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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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.

Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

8 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #461 / 1400 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 461st out of 1400 homes in California for inspection score. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1400 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 89 out of 100. Letter grade B+. 8 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2025 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 7 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (69% below)
• Complaint visits (92% below)
• Other visits (57% below)
• Official inspections (75% below)
• Total complaints (100% below)
• Complaints per year (100% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 516 This facility has 69% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 69% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 113 This facility has 92% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 92% better Rank #210 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 210th out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 37 This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 57% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 14 This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 014 This facility has 100% fewer total complaints than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 100% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2025. 014 This facility has 100% fewer complaints per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 100% better

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Address 0.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Santa Clara's city center to Bonita Springs Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Facility 81
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Bonita Springs Senior Living is located in SANTA CLARA, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in California.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General 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

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
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)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General 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

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General 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

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

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

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

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age
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

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Bonita Springs Senior Living

Is Bonita Springs Senior Living in a walkable area?

Bonita Springs Senior Living has a walk score of 81. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

How long has Bonita Springs Senior Living been in business?

Bonita Springs Senior Living has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Bonita Springs Senior Living?

No, Bonita Springs Senior Living has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Bonita Springs Senior Living?

Dulce Cera is the administrator of Bonita Springs Senior Living.

How many beds does Bonita Springs Senior Living have?

Bonita Springs Senior Living has 32 beds.

Has Bonita Springs Senior Living had any citations?

Bonita Springs Senior Living has no reported citations since 2025 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

Are there photos of Bonita Springs Senior Living?

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