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Best Memory Care in San Jose, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 27 memory care communities in San Jose, CA using California Department of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in CA
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Avg Walk Score: 65/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in San Jose, 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: 131The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in San Jose, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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
MC
AL
IL
San Jose (Gunderson And Vista Park)
183
Facility 183
CA AVG 104
Rank #206 / 1648
Yes
35
Facility 35
CA AVG 57
Rank #1643 / 2087
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 81
Rank #630 / 1399
19
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 #217 / 1494
74.9% Carlton Senior Living, LLCAlcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Villa Fontana
MC
AL
HOS
San Jose (West Valley)
104
Facility 104
CA AVG 104
Rank #685 / 1648
No
81
Facility 81
CA AVG 57
Rank #383 / 2087
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 81
Rank #568 / 1399
17
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 #476 / 1494
84.6% Prime Eldercare Solution IncPrivate Apartments
Belmont Village Senior Living San Jose
MC
AL
RC
San Jose (West Valley)
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 104
Rank #343 / 1648
Yes
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 57
Rank #195 / 2087
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 81
Rank #568 / 1399
19
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #918 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #217 / 1494
70.7% Belmont Village San Jose Tnnt & LP And Belmont ThreeStudio / 1 Bed
The Grove at Los Gatos
MC
AL
Los Gatos
150
Facility 150
CA AVG 104
Rank #343 / 1648
Yes
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 57
Rank #1213 / 2087
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
Rank #1 / 1399
1
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 #1394 / 1494
0Blossom Hill Los Gatos Inc And Oakmont Mgt Grp LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bellerose Senior Living
MC
AL
RESC
RC
San Jose (Bascom - Forest)
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 104
Rank #1270 / 1648
No
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 57
Rank #416 / 2087
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
Rank #461 / 1399
6
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #210 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1160
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #746 / 1494
80.8% Triada Care Communites LLCPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Atria Willow Glen
MC
AL
IL
RC
San Jose (Dry Creek)
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 104
Rank #1057 / 1648
Yes
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 57
Rank #1658 / 2087
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 81
Rank #568 / 1399
20
9
Facility 9
CA AVG 13
Rank #809 / 1388
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #599 / 1160
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #184 / 1494
69.8% Wg Willow Glen Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Watermark at San Jose
MC
AL
IL
San Jose (Willow Glen)
205
Facility 205
CA AVG 104
Rank #148 / 1648
Yes
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 57
Rank #673 / 2087
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 81
Rank #242 / 1399
3
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #650 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 13
Rank #1394 / 1494
53.7% Us Alliance Holden Of San Jose II Tenant And WatermarkStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westgate Villa Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
RC
San Jose (West Valley)
60
Facility 60
CA AVG 104
Rank #1065 / 1648
No
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 57
Rank #829 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1399
13
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #650 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #899 / 1494
96.7% Half Moon Bay Holdings, LLCPrivate Rooms / Semi - Private Rooms
Atria Evergreen Valley
MC
AL
IL
RC
San Jose (Evergreen)
134
Facility 134
CA AVG 104
Rank #471 / 1648
Yes
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 57
Rank #1730 / 2087
73
Facility 73
CA AVG 81
Rank #1021 / 1399
19
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 13
Rank #1157 / 1388
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #753 / 1160
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #899 / 1494
59.7% Gp Of Aoc San Felipe Opco And Atria Aoc Ca Opco Gp PtrStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Belmont Village Senior Living Los Gatos
MC
AL
San Jose (Union)
175
Facility 175
CA AVG 104
Rank #235 / 1648
Yes
66
Facility 66
CA AVG 57
Rank #854 / 2087
85
Facility 85
CA AVG 81
Rank #687 / 1399
13
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #588 / 1388
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #753 / 1160
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1108 / 1494
78.9% Belmont Union Avenue Tenant LLC And Belmont Three LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
MorningStar Assisted Living & Memory Care at West San Jose
MC
AL
IL
San Jose (West Valley)
149
Facility 149
CA AVG 104
Rank #381 / 1648
Yes
75
Facility 75
CA AVG 57
Rank #562 / 2087
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 81
Rank #568 / 1399
8
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #918 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1305 / 1494
47.7% Shp Vi Ms San Jose LLC And Morningstar Senior Mgmt LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ivy Park at San Jose
MC
AL
San Jose (Evergreen)
140
Facility 140
CA AVG 104
Rank #419 / 1648
Yes
32
Facility 32
CA AVG 57
Rank #1688 / 2087
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 81
Rank #852 / 1399
13
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #715 / 1388
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1160
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #1108 / 1494
82.1% Well Ivy 6 Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Loma Clara Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Morgan Hill (Butterfield Boulevard)
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 104
Rank #859 / 1648
Yes
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 57
Rank #1368 / 2087
70
Facility 70
CA AVG 81
Rank #1097 / 1399
19
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #1056 / 1388
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 3
Rank #951 / 1160
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #812 / 1494
79.8% Steadfast Collin Morgan Hill LLC And Integral Sr. Lg MgStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Watermark at Almaden
MC
AL
San Jose (Erikson)
240
Facility 240
CA AVG 104
Rank #100 / 1648
Yes
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 57
Rank #356 / 2087
69
Facility 69
CA AVG 81
Rank #1118 / 1399
25
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 13
Rank #1083 / 1388
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 3
Rank #829 / 1160
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #994 / 1494
80.4% Us Alliance Holden Of San Jose Tentant And WatermarkStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakmont of Silver Creek
MC
AL
San Jose (Evergreen)
148
Facility 148
CA AVG 104
Rank #382 / 1648
Yes
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 57
Rank #1730 / 2087
77
Facility 77
CA AVG 81
Rank #924 / 1399
13
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 13
Rank #758 / 1388
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #895 / 1160
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 13
Rank #1305 / 1494
48.6% Okmt Of Sr. Lvng Of Slvr Crk Opco LLC And Okmt Mgmt GrpStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Overview of Carlton Senior Living San Jose

Carlton Senior Living San Jose is an extraordinary community nestled next to the serene Martial Cottle Park, offering a harmonious blend of memory care and residential assisted living. Enjoy the convenience of transportation services, housekeeping assistance, and apartment maintenance, while utilities are taken care of, allowing you to fully embrace the joys of retirement.
Discover thoughtfully designed floor plans, from cozy studios to spacious one-bedroom and two-bedroom senior living bedrooms.

With an emphasis on family values, this community ensures unparalleled safety and security while fostering a vibrant and engaging social life. Step into its enchanting courtyard, a serene oasis where you can relax and reconnect with nature. Indulge in delicious meals, lovingly prepared to nourish your body and delight your taste buds. Every aspect of life at Carlton Senior Living San Jose has been meticulously crafted to provide an exceptional experience that exceeds expectations.

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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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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 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.

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Overview of Bellerose Senior Living

Bellerose Senior Living is an astounding continuing care retirement community surrounded by delightful local amenities in San Jose, CA, offering assisted living, memory care, hospice, and respite care. Residents receive the utmost care and attention for their unique needs with a kind and highly qualified team available 24/7. The community ensures residents’ comfort and safety with all-inclusive rates.

Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted for residents’ happiness and wellness. Residents delight with delicious and well-balanced meals served daily to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. With purposely designed and sophisticated private and semi-private rooms and state-of-the-art amenities, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Atria Willow Glen

Nestled in the heart of San Jose, California, Atria Willow Glen stands as the pinnacle of excellence. Offering a wide range of living options, including memory care apartments, assisted living apartments, and independent living floor plans, Atria Willow Glen caters to the unique needs and preferences of each resident.
Take a dip in the heated pools, enjoy a trip to the on-site barbershop, or unwind in the center media room.

Life at Atria Willow Glen is nothing short of amazing. With a calendar full of engaging activities, residents have endless opportunities to socialize, learn, and explore their passions. Delight in the culinary experience, as fresh seasonal ingredients are thoughtfully prepared to create delightful meals each day. The comprehensive emergency response plans ensure that the facility is meticulously maintained and provides a safe environment for all residents.

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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 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 Kimberly‘s Kare Kottages

Operated by Hall, Debra & Patrick, Kimberly’s Kare Kottages is a small residential community offering assisted living and memory care in the West Valley neighborhood of San Jose. With Kendall Hall serving as administrator and just six beds, the home supplies an intimate setting for older adults requiring personalized support.

Operating for 19 years, the facility currently serves three residents. It’s nestled on Maria Way in a moderately walkable neighborhood where nearby amenities and transit corridors are accessible. The setting captivates families seeking a smaller, home-like environment instead of a larger institutional facility. Memory care is offered, so the home suits occupants with cognitive decline

State inspections have flagged zones where housekeeping, maintenance, and documentation demand attention. The facility upholds clean and safe conditions overall, though inspectors have flagged deficiencies involving door locks, wall integrity, staff records, and medication documentation.

Families must ask about how the home addresses maintenance and record-keeping practices. The intimate size and personalized approach may particularly appeal to families who love direct relationships with leadership and care staff.

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Overview of Atria Evergreen Valley

Offering a tranquil space for senior living, Atria Evergreen Valley is a one-of-a-kind community located about a 12-minute drive from downtown San Jose, CA. The community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care options in a serene environment with stunning nature views. Atria Evergreen Valley features thoughtfully designed spaces ranging from studio, one- and two-bedroom options for independent and assisted living or studio and shared suite options for memory care − all equipped with emergency alert systems and housekeeping service.

Atria Evergreen Valley aims to create an engaging, active lifestyle for its residents through all-inclusive senior living amenities. Residents can enjoy nutritious chef-prepared meals, socialize on the patio or courtyard, and find new favorites in the library. Amenities include a private dining room, off-site pool privileges, a salon, a game room, and a pet-friendly environment, all supported by 24-hour staff, concierge services, and daily educational, social, cultural, and fitness opportunities.

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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 Memory Care in San Jose, CA

What is the average cost of memory care in San Jose, CA?

The average monthly cost of memory care in San Jose, CA is approximately $6,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in San Jose, CA?

Memory care in San Jose, CA typically ranges from $5,000–$8,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in San Jose, CA?

Memory care communities in San Jose, CA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

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.

Does California Medicaid cover memory care?

California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 27 memory care communities in San Jose, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.