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Located on Blossom River Way in the vibrant city of San Jose, CA, Brookdale San Jose offers an exceptional senior living experience with a blend of independence, support, and specialized care. This community is conveniently positioned across the street from Westfield Oakridge Mall, providing easy access to shopping and dining. Brookdale San Jose is committed to enhancing the quality of life for its residents by offering three levels of care: independent living assisted living, and memory care.
Residents enjoy an array of amenities, including a well-equipped fitness center, a serene library, and a vibrant art studio. The community also offers concierge services and surface parking for convenience. Most utilities and maintenance are included, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their daily activities and social events. For those in need of additional support, Brookdale San Jose provides compassionate assistance with daily living activities such as medication management and personal grooming. The community’s dedication to quality care and enriching experiences makes it the top choice for senior living in San Jose.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Brookdale San Jose is legally operated by Blc-atrium At San Jose Lp, and administrated by Zeinab Donner.
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.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. See the assisted living residences benchmark below for the typical California score; higher is better.
Well below the California average for assisted living residences.
California assisted living residences benchmark: C 76/100
Inspection score: 54 out of 100. Letter grade F. Well below the California average for assisted living residences.
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.
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 15 | 10 | This facility has 50% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 50% worse |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 8 | 3 | This facility has 167% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 167% worse |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 7 | 4 | This facility has 75% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 75% worse |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2018.
| 1.9 | 1.3 | This facility has 46% more citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.9 vs. CA avg 1.3).↑ 46% worse |
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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
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 46 | 16 | This facility has 188% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (46 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 188% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 28 | 13 | This facility has 115% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (28 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 115% worse |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 14 | 7 | This facility has 100% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 100% worse |
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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 |
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Complaint investigations
On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.
| 26 | 10 | This facility has 160% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (26 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 160% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
This facility’s inspection record is mixed, with recent compliance but past deficiencies in medication management and resident record confidentiality. On February 4, 2026, two complaint investigations found all allegations unsubstantiated and no deficiencies cited. However, in December 2024 and March 2025, inspectors cited deficiencies for medication safety, staff competence, and unsecured resident records, though follow-up visits in July 2025 confirmed corrections and no new deficiencies.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 600 / 800 / 1,200 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
7.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from San Jose's city center to Brookdale San Jose's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.83 miles to nearest hospital (Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center)
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Brookdale San Jose is located in San Jose, California.
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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| Belmont Village Senior Living Los Gatos |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | San Jose (Union) | 175 | Yes | 66 | 4 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#592 / 1397 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#753 / 1164 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
11
Rank
#946 / 1365 |
78.9%
Facility
78.9%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#595 / 1289 | - | Belmont Union Avenue Tenant LLC; Belmont Three LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Brookdale San Jose |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | San Jose (South San Jose) | 153 | Yes | 71 | 4 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#1242 / 1397 | 8
Facility
8
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#1015 / 1164 | 11
Facility
11
CA AVG
11
Rank
#483 / 1365 |
62.1%
Facility
62.1%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#1005 / 1289 | - | Blc-Atrium At San Jose LP | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Atria Evergreen Valley |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | San Jose (Evergreen) | 134 | Yes | 29 | 4 | 22
Facility
22
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#1162 / 1397 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#753 / 1164 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
11
Rank
#747 / 1365 |
59.7%
Facility
59.7%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#1047 / 1289 | A- | Gp Of Aoc San Felipe Opco;Atria Aoc Ca Opco Gp Ptr | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Oakmont of San Jose |
LSL Luxury Senior Living
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | San Jose (Willow Glen) | 92 | No | 51 | 3 | 31
Facility
31
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#1270 / 1397 | 16
Facility
16
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#1126 / 1164 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
11
Rank
#946 / 1365 |
73.9%
Facility
73.9%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#714 / 1289 | - | Oakmont Sr. Lvng Of San Jose Opco, LLC; Oakmont Mgm | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Westgate Villa Assisted Living |
RH Retirement Home
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | San Jose (West Valley) | 60 | No | 67 | 5 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#654 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
11
Rank
#844 / 1365 |
96.7%
Facility
96.7%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#164 / 1289 | - | Half Moon Bay Holdings, LLC | Private Rooms / Semi - Private Rooms |
Brookdale San Jose is in the South San Jose neighborhood of San Jose.
The legal owner and operator of Brookdale San Jose is Blc-Atrium At San Jose Lp.
Brookdale San Jose has a walk score of 71. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Brookdale San Jose's occupancy is 62%.
Zeinab Donner is the administrator of Brookdale San Jose.
Brookdale San Jose has 153 beds.
Brookdale San Jose has had 15 recently reported deficiencies.
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