The Grove at Los Gatos
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Los Gatos, CA

The Grove at Los Gatos

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Los Gatos, CA

Overview of The Grove at Los Gatos

The Grove at Los Gatos is a trusted assisted living community in Los Gatos, CA, that offers personal care and memory care. With older adults’ comfort and safety in mind, the community promotes a home-like setting with its thoughtfully designed floor plans. Chef-prepared dining, daily activities, and scheduled transportation are also offered to enhance residents’ living experiences. The community strives to provide older adults with a better quality of life in their later years through personalized care plans.

Bingo, happy hours, and trips to local amenities are just some of the recreational activities offered to ensure residents can explore new interests and meet new friends. An on-site medical exam room, a salon, and an emergency call system are also available for residents’ convenience and safety. With its serene setting near Vacona Lake County Park in Los Gatos, the community fosters a relaxing atmosphere where residents have a laid-back retirement. As one of California’s esteemed senior living communities, this community is a great option for a worry-free retirement.

Bed community size
150-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 55 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJune 6, 2025
CountySanta Clara
CMS Certification Number555547

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Grove at Los Gatos is legally operated by Blossom Hill Los Gatos Inc and Oakmont Mgt Grp LLC, and administered by Erika Holtman.

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

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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.

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

Inspection score: 96 out of 100. Letter grade A. 15 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. 5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (81% below)
• Complaint visits (92% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Official inspections (100% below)
Latest Inspection May 6, 2026

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. 316 This facility has 81% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 81% 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 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 210th out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. 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 Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 27 This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 04 This facility has 100% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 100% better

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

  • June 5, 2025 prelicensing inspection found no deficiencies or complaints and verified safety systems, temperature controls, and medication security.
  • The facility had zero deficiencies during the unannounced inspection before licensing approval.
  • No complaints or citations were documented in the prelicensing evaluation for this 150-bed facility.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Meal Preparation

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Address 0.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Los Gatos's city center to The Grove at Los Gatos's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.66 miles to nearest hospital (Good Samaritan Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

The Grove at Los Gatos is located in Los Gatos, 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 The Grove at Los Gatos

Who is the owner of The Grove at Los Gatos?

The Grove at Los Gatos is legally operated by Blossom Hill Los Gatos Inc and Oakmont Mgt Grp LLC, and administered by Erika Holtman.

Is The Grove at Los Gatos in a walkable area?

The Grove at Los Gatos has a walk score of 55. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at The Grove at Los Gatos?

The Grove at Los Gatos's occupancy is 0.0%.

Who is the administrator of The Grove at Los Gatos?

Erika Holtman is the administrator of The Grove at Los Gatos.

How many beds does The Grove at Los Gatos have?

The Grove at Los Gatos has 150 beds.

Has The Grove at Los Gatos had any citations?

The Grove at Los Gatos has no reported citations since 2025 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

Are there photos of The Grove at Los Gatos?

Yes — there are 4 photos of The Grove at Los Gatos in the photo gallery on this page.

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