Best Assisted Living in Mountain View, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 16 assisted living communities in Mountain View, CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CA
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Avg Walk Score: 75/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Mountain View, CA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 119The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Mountain View, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Sunrise of Sunnyvale
AL
IL
MC
Sunnyvale
103
Facility 103
CA AVG 103
Rank #688 / 1,645
Yes
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 58
Rank #416 / 2,057
9
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #247 / 1,507
78.6%
Facility 78.6%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #708 / 1,452
Sunrise Senior Lvg Mgt And Al III Invest LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Belmont Village Senior Living San Jose
AL
MC
RC
San Jose (West Valley)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #341 / 1,645
Yes
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 58
Rank #195 / 2,057
24
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #919 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #247 / 1,507
70.7%
Facility 70.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #911 / 1,452
Belmont Village San Jose Tnnt & LP And Belmont ThreeStudio / 1 Bed
Bridgepoint at Los Altos
AL
IL
Los Altos (North Los Altos)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #341 / 1,645
Yes
79
Facility 79
CA AVG 58
Rank #450 / 2,057
15
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #292 / 1,507
89.3%
Facility 89.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #362 / 1,452
Krc Los Altos LP & Kisco Senior Living, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Villa Fontana
AL
HOS
MC
San Jose (West Valley)
104
Facility 104
CA AVG 103
Rank #683 / 1,645
No
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 58
Rank #383 / 2,057
19
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #809 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #502 / 1,507
84.6%
Facility 84.6%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #476 / 1,452
Prime Eldercare Solution IncPrivate Apartments
Ivy Park at Palo Alto
AL
MC
Palo Alto (Evergreen Park)
97
Facility 97
CA AVG 103
Rank #791 / 1,645
Yes
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 58
Rank #171 / 2,057
7
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #325 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
80.4%
Facility 80.4%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #666 / 1,452
Transformer Opco LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westgate Villa Assisted Living
AL
HOS
MC
RC
San Jose (West Valley)
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,064 / 1,645
No
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 58
Rank #829 / 2,057
14
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #927 / 1,507
96.7%
Facility 96.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #179 / 1,452
Half Moon Bay Holdings, LLCPrivate Rooms / Semi - Private Rooms
Atria Sunnyvale
AL
IL
MC
Sunnyvale
160
Facility 160
CA AVG 103
Rank #287 / 1,645
Yes
78
Facility 78
CA AVG 58
Rank #485 / 2,057
14
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #898 / 1,433
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #214 / 1,507
61.9%
Facility 61.9%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,161 / 1,452
Wg Sunnyvale Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Brookdale Redwood City
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Redwood City (Redwood Oaks)
130
Facility 130
CA AVG 103
Rank #484 / 1,645
Yes
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 58
Rank #171 / 2,057
27
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,044 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 13
Rank #52 / 1,507
47.7%
Facility 47.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,356 / 1,452
Blc-Woodside Terrace LPStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Watermark at San Jose
AL
IL
MC
San Jose (Willow Glen)
205
Facility 205
CA AVG 103
Rank #147 / 1,645
Yes
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 58
Rank #673 / 2,057
15
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #651 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1,416 / 1,507
53.7%
Facility 53.7%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1,273 / 1,452
Us Alliance Holden Of San Jose II Tenant And WatermarkStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Belmont Village Senior Living Sunnyvale
AL
MC
RC
Sunnyvale (Ponderosa Park)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 103
Rank #341 / 1,645
Yes
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 58
Rank #383 / 2,057
26
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #845 / 1,387
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,094 / 1,433
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #292 / 1,507
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #843 / 1,452
Belmont Village Sunnyvale Tnnt & LP And Belmont ThreeStudio / 1 Bed

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 16 analyzed for Mountain View.

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Overview of Sunrise of Sunnyvale

With accommodations for 103 residents, Sunrise of Sunnyvale is an assisted living community in Sunnyvale, California, that offers personal care. It has served older adults for 25 years and is operated by Sunrise Senior Living Management and Al III Invest LLC under the administration of Alberto Golia. Currently housing 81 residents, reflecting a 79% occupancy rate, the community has studio, suite, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom accommodations.

Additionally, its location along South Knickerbocker Drive is highly walkable, with a Walk Score of 80, allowing older adults and visiting families to reach many nearby shops, restaurants, and services on foot. The community is also pet-friendly, welcoming small animal companions.

State inspections have consistently reviewed medication management and resident safety practices, demonstrating ongoing regulatory oversight and reinforcing confidence in the community’s quality of care. Its 25-year operating history reflects long-term stability. Meanwhile, the range of housing options allows residents to choose a living arrangement that best suits their mobility, personal preferences, and space requirements.

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living San Jose

Home to decades of experience in providing exceptional senior care, Belmont Village Senior Living San Jose is a classic senior living community in San Jose, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. Choose from studios and 1-bedroom residence plans and enjoy access to various services and elegantly designed amenities. Resident’s are guaranteed round the clock support and assistance with a licensed nurse and well-trained team members available on-site 24/7.

At Belmont Village Senior Living San Jose, there’s no scarcity of fun things to do with their wide array of social and recreational activities and events. Residents receive the right level of care with professionally managed fitness center featuring on-site therapy services and an array of
enriching programs. Chef-prepared meals, salon services for men and women, and refreshments at the bistro are some of the amenities within the community that provides opportunities for social interaction and relaxation.

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Overview of Bridgepoint at Los Altos

Embark on an extraordinary journey at Bridgepoint at Los Altos, an unparalleled destination offering a harmonious blend of independent living, assisted senior living, and the epitome of luxury in assisted living homes. Just minutes away from downtown Los Altos and the prestigious Stanford University, the location couldn’t be more perfect.

Discover an array of meticulously designed floorplans where every detail has been thoughtfully considered to provide the utmost comfort and convenience. Choose from a variety of options, each offering private patios or balconies that invite you to bask in the beauty of the surroundings. The kitchens are a culinary dream, and the spacious walk-in closets ensure that every cherished belonging finds its place. Step into a world of serenity as you wander through the future beautiful courtyards, meandering gardens, and hear the tranquil sounds of a flowing fountain. Unwind in the cozy fireside lounge, nourish your mind in the wellness center, and indulge in literary adventures in the library’s tech area.

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Overview of Villa Fontana

Situated at the quiet Prospect Road, San Jose, CA, Villa Fontana is an extraordinary senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and hospice care. The community provides private apartments with private baths, inclusive of thermostat controls and wall-to-wall carpeting. As a family-run senior living community, Villa Fontana strives to provide a warm and home-like environment for seniors, delivering 24-hour care and assistance from well-trained caregivers. 

Villa Fontana forges meaningful connections among the community and its residents, conducting earning opportunities, group outings, and other activities, Moreover, the community promotes a healthy and vibrant environment for its residents, providing them with scheduled shopping and leisure rides. Moreover, the community serves nutritious and delicious meals to satisfy the seniors’ dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a cozy library, an ice cream parlor, a spacious lounge, a variety of hobby areas, and a peaceful courtyard for the seniors’ leisure and wellness.

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Ivy Park at Palo Alto

2701 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
Overview of Ivy Park at Palo Alto

Ivy Park at Palo Alto is a senior living community within the beautiful grounds of Palo Alto, CA, offering extensive assisted living and memory care services. The community features a range of floor plans, including a spacious studio, 1 or 2-bedroom suite, and a companion suite for its memory care residents, ensuring plenty of privacy and comfort. Besides their 24-hour personal care support and concierge physician services, the community also features their EverYou programs to stimulate and guide their memory care residents through a fulfilling and meaningful day.

Committed to delivering complete and customized care to its residents, Ivy Park takes on a ‘whole living’ approach that encompasses nourishing meals, engaging activities, outstanding amenities, and compassionate services. Residents can access scheduled transportation, spa services, weekly housekeeping and laundry, and more, ensuring a comfortable retirement experience. Moreover, the community provides plenty of spaces where residents can relax, form bonds, or explore their interests, including an indoor and outdoor lounge area, a library, a cafe, and an activity studio. At Ivy Park at Paolo Alto, they guarantee that each resident lives their best lives.

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Overview of Westgate Villa Assisted Living

Nestled in the peaceful Mayme Avenue, San Jose, CA, Westgate Villa Assisted Living is a blissful senior living community that provides assisted living. With spacious floor plans including a variety of private and semi-private rooms, the community ensures welcoming residences. Live a comfortable and stress-free retirement life within the community grounds.

Westgate Villa Assisted Living promotes a healthy and engaging lifestyle for its residents, providing them with fun enrichment activities and programs. The community also provides hover lifts for individuals who are in need of it and takes care of the bedridden. Serving three meals a day, the community prepares restaurant-style healthy and hearty meals for the residents’ satisfaction. Westgate Villa Assisted Living conducts musical performances, singing exercises, stretching exercises, games, trivia, and fitness activities. 

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Overview of Atria Sunnyvale

Atria Sunnyvale offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere that helps encourage a sense of community for the welfare of its residents in Santa Clara Valley. Their commitment to ensuring that an individual can feel independent while engaged is one of their utmost priorities for a balanced lifestyle. They emphasize independent living, assisted living, and memory care, ensuring that their residents are healthy and active. Atria Sunnyvale has provided a diverse and inclusive environment, offering a strong sense of community.

The vibrant lifestyle of all-inclusive amenities includes daily delicious and nutritious meals, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, daily fitness activities with their finest gym equipment, private apartments with an emergency call system, 24-hour resident nurse presence, and a cafe available.

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Overview of Brookdale Redwood City

Settling in the tranquil Redwood City, California, Brookdale Redwood City is a welcoming senior living community offering independent living and assisted living. With 24/7 care and assistance from a well-trained and compassionate team, the community ensures the comfort and safety of its residents. Moreover, Brookdale Redwood City offers various floor plans, including spacious studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments designed to give residents a comfortable and welcoming living environment.

Brookdale Redwood City is a luxurious community that delivers person-focused care to ensure its residents are well-respected and receive the proper care they need. The community features resort-style amenities, including hearty meals served in elegant dining spaces and a personal solutions program for personal items delivery. Fostering meaningful connections among the community and its residents, Brookdale Redwood City conducts specialized programs and fulfilling recreational activities for their enjoyment and leisure. Amenities include a well-equipped fitness center, an indoor pool, a well-stocked library, a beauty/barbershop, and cozy guest rooms.

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Overview of The Watermark at San Jose

Located in the scenic Almaden Expressway, San Jose, CA, the Watermark at Almaden is an idyllic senior living community offering a wide array of living options. These include independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Featuring spacious and elegant floor plans including private and shared studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, the community provides a cozy residence for seniors. A comfortable and safe residence for seniors to experience an accepting and worry-free environment.

The Watermark at Almaden prepares three carefully chef-curated meals every day to satisfy its’ residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Moreover, the community ensures the residents enjoy an active lifestyle and learning through their acclaimed Watermark University. Amenities include an outdoor pool and hot tub, a movie theater, a fitness center, a spacious art studio, and beautiful outdoor spaces. Valuing the importance of pets, the community provides a pet-friendly environment.

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Sunnyvale

Find a perfect balance of innovative care and vibrant living experience at Belmont Village Senior Living Sunnyvale, an inviting senior living community in Sunnyvale, CA, offering assisted living and memory care. Experience the warmth and comfort of thoughtfully designed studios and one-bedroom apartments with 24/7 supervision by a licensed nurse and compassionate team members. Various services, such as assistance with daily living, comprehensive therapies, and housekeeping services, helps residents enjoy an independent yet well-supported lifestyle.

Residents stay active, engaged, and connected with diverse social and recreational activities and programs tailored to their individual needs and interests. An excellent culinary team crafts healthy and delicious menus based on seniors’ unique tastes and nutritional needs. Amenities include a refreshing bistro, fitness center, salon services, pet-friendly spaces, and wifi access throughout the community for entertainment and long distance communication with friends and families.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Mountain View, CA

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in California?

Assisted living in California supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in California?

Assisted living in California is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does California Medicaid cover assisted living?

California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including California) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 16 assisted living facilities in Mountain View, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Mountain View, CA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Mountain View, CA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Mountain View, CA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.