Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages

Overview of Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages

Kimberly’s Elder Kare Kottage, located in San Jose, California, offers an exceptional and personalized experience for seniors. Praised for its professional staff and high responsiveness, this small-scale assisted living home stands out for its dedication to meeting personal requests and preparing nutritious, stress-free homemade meals. The caregivers at this facility provide genuine care, creating a warm and intimate environment.
With memory care units accommodating a maximum of six residents, the home fosters a close-knit community where everyone knows and cares for each other like family. The well-landscaped outdoor spaces and the quiet residential neighborhood contribute to a peaceful setting. With caregivers available 24/7, the facility caters to individual needs, determining rates based on the required level of care. Services include assistance for the visually impaired, transportation arrangements, in-house beautician services, wheelchair transfers, standby assistance with walkers, daily group activities, exercise programs, and much more.

Facility Direct Line (408) 483-2433

6-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

19 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 59 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

50%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

3 / 6

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceAugust 24, 2006

CountySanta Clara

Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages is legally operated by Hall, Debra & Patrick, and administered by Kendall Hall.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 2 citations 7 total visits 2 complaint visits 4 official inspections 2 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

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

Inspection Scorecard 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 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Latest Inspection August 22, 2025 Annual Inspection

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	2	10	This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	2	3	This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better Rank #599 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 599th out of 1160 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1160 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	0	4	This facility has 100% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 100% better
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	0.4	2	This facility has 80% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 80% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.3	3.3	This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.3 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 91% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	7	16	This facility has 56% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 56% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	2	13	This facility has 85% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 85% better Rank #324 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 324th out of 1388 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. 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 Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	1	7	This facility has 86% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 86% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	4	4	This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	2	10	This facility has 80% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The August 7, 2024 annual inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed the facility was clean, safe, and well-maintained with proper documentation and emergency plans.
The July 26, 2024 complaint investigation substantiated a failure to report a resident’s emergency room visit due to a UTI, citing a regulatory violation.
The August 22, 2025 annual inspection cited five deficiencies including a sliding glass door that would not lock, a hole in a bedroom wall, and incomplete staff and medication records.

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4.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from San Jose's city center to Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.


Carlton Senior Living San Jose	AL IL MC	San Jose (Gunderson And Vista Park)	183 Facility 183 CA AVG 103 Rank #205 / 1657	Yes	35 Facility 35 CA AVG 57 Rank #1648 / 2092	86 Facility 86 CA AVG 81 Rank #630 / 1401	4	10 Facility 10 CA AVG 13 Rank #845 / 1388	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 3 Rank #412 / 1160	26 Facility 26 CA AVG 13 Rank #205 / 1487	74.9% Facility 74.9% CA AVG 74.7% Rank #716 / 1347	A+	Carlton Senior Living, LLC	Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Grove at Los Gatos	AL NH MC	Los Gatos	150 Facility 150 CA AVG 103 Rank #343 / 1657	Yes	55 Facility 55 CA AVG 57 Rank #1215 / 2092	96 Facility 96 CA AVG 81 Rank #1 / 1401	-	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 13 Rank #210 / 1388	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1160	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 13 Rank #1391 / 1487	82.5% Facility 82.5% CA AVG 74.7% Rank #526 / 1347	-	Blossom Hill Los Gatos Inc And Oakmont Mgt Grp LLC	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bridgepoint at Los Altos	AL IL	Los Altos (North Los Altos)	150 Facility 150 CA AVG 103 Rank #343 / 1657	No	79 Facility 79 CA AVG 57 Rank #451 / 2092	88 Facility 88 CA AVG 81 Rank #513 / 1401	4	3 Facility 3 CA AVG 13 Rank #441 / 1388	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 3 Rank #599 / 1160	24 Facility 24 CA AVG 13 Rank #262 / 1487	89.3% Facility 89.3% CA AVG 74.7% Rank #288 / 1347	-	Krc Los Altos LP & Kisco Senior Living, LLC	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Villa Fontana	AL HOS MC	San Jose (West Valley)	104 Facility 104 CA AVG 103 Rank #684 / 1657	No	81 Facility 81 CA AVG 57 Rank #384 / 2092	87 Facility 87 CA AVG 81 Rank #568 / 1401	4	9 Facility 9 CA AVG 13 Rank #809 / 1388	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1160	16 Facility 16 CA AVG 13 Rank #475 / 1487	84.6% Facility 84.6% CA AVG 74.7% Rank #382 / 1347	-	Prime Eldercare Solution Inc	Private Apartments
Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages	AL MC RESC	San Jose (West Valley)	6 Facility 6 CA AVG 103 Rank #1330 / 1657	No	59 Facility 59 CA AVG 57 Rank #1088 / 2092	90 Facility 90 CA AVG 81 Rank #398 / 1401	4	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 13 Rank #324 / 1388	2 Facility 2 CA AVG 3 Rank #599 / 1160	19 Facility 19 CA AVG 13 Rank #392 / 1487	50.0% Facility 50.0% CA AVG 74.7% Rank #1200 / 1347	-	Debra & Patrick Hall	-

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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).

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

What neighborhood is Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages in?

Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages is in the West Valley neighborhood of San Jose.

Who is the owner of Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages?

Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages is legally operated by Hall, Debra & Patrick, and administered by Kendall Hall.

Is Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages in a walkable area?

Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages?

Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages's occupancy is 50%.

Who is the administrator of Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages?

Kendall Hall is the administrator of Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages.

How many beds does Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages have?

Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages has 6 beds.

Has Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages had any recent citations?

Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages has had 2 recently reported citations.

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