Brookdale San Jose

Overview of Brookdale San Jose

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.

Facility Direct Line (408) 445-7770

153-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

11 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 71 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

62%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

95 / 153

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusClosed

IssuanceJanuary 29, 2015

CountySanta Clara

Brookdale San Jose is legally operated by Blc-Atrium At San Jose LP, and administered by Zeinab Donner.

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

24-Hour Staffing

Continuing Care Retirement Communities

At Home Care

Pet Friendly

Fitness Center

Transportation

Library

Concierge

Outings

Bistro

Café

Salon

Courtyard

Garden

Gardening

Game Room

Dining

Arts & Crafts

Walking Paths

Swimming Pool

Movie Theater

Housekeeping

Laundry

Since 2018 · 8 years of data 14 citations 46 total visits 28 complaint visits 4 official inspections 26 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

21 points below the California average for nursing homes (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 2018 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

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.	14	10	This facility has 40% more total citations than a typical California nursing home (14 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 40% worse
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.	8	3	This facility has 167% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California nursing home (8 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 167% worse Rank #1245 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1245th out of 1434 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1434 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.	6	4	This facility has 50% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California nursing home (6 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 50% worse
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.3	3.3	This facility has 91% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (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 inspections Combined count of official scheduled inspections, complaint visits and other regulatory visits. California counts each evaluation report, so one trip can count twice when it serves two purposes.	46	16	This facility has had 188% more total inspections than the California average (46 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 188% more
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	28	13	This facility has had 115% more complaint visits than the California average (28 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 115% more Rank #1237 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1237th 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. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.	14	7	This facility has had 100% more other visits than the California average (14 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 100% more
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.	26	10	This facility has had 160% more complaint investigations than the California average (26 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 160% more

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 600 / 800 / 1,200 sq. ft

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Housekeeping Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

Type of Rooms Available

1 / 4

1 Bed

600 sq. ft

2 Bed

1 - 2

800 - 1200 sq. ft

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6.0 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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Vista Manor Nursing Center	NH SNF	San Jose (Alum Rock)	99 Facility 99 CA AVG 104 Rank #725 / 1646	87.0% Facility 87.0% CA AVG 73.9 Rank #413 / 1492	+18%	4.07 Facility 4.07 CA AVG 4.22 Rank #131 / 289	-28%	-4%	$0 Facility $0 CA AVG $56.5k Rank #1 / 294	75 Facility 75 CA AVG 81 Rank #964 / 1475	24 Facility 24 CA AVG 50.2 Rank #59 / 291	4.8 Facility 4.8 CA AVG 4.6 Rank #193 / 291	-	86	A+	70	-	$17.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $17.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023 CA AVG $15.7M Rank #83 / 260	$8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $8.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023 CA AVG $8.9M Rank #128 / 260	47.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility 47.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 CA AVG 61.1% Rank #218 / 260	555483
White Blossom Care Center	NH PC SNF	San Jose (Del Mar)	153 Facility 153 CA AVG 104 Rank #329 / 1646	98.7% Facility 98.7% CA AVG 73.9 Rank #155 / 1492	+34%	3.52 Facility 3.52 CA AVG 4.22 Rank #234 / 289	-12%	-17%	$73.4k Facility $73.4k CA AVG $56.5k Rank #268 / 294	-	55 Facility 55 CA AVG 50.2 Rank #203 / 291	3.2 Facility 3.2 CA AVG 4.6 Rank #70 / 291	1	151	-	63	Robert Pierce	$30.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $30.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023 CA AVG $15.7M Rank #14 / 260	$14.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $14.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023 CA AVG $8.9M Rank #27 / 260	46.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility 46.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 CA AVG 61.1% Rank #227 / 260	555068
A Grace Subacute & Skilled Care	NH SNF	San Jose (Castlemont)	166 Facility 166 CA AVG 104 Rank #270 / 1646	-	-	3.40 Facility 3.40 CA AVG 4.22 Rank #254 / 289	+95%	-20%	$0 Facility $0 CA AVG $56.5k Rank #1 / 294	71 Facility 71 CA AVG 81 Rank #1100 / 1475	48 Facility 48 CA AVG 50.2 Rank #178 / 291	6.0 Facility 6.0 CA AVG 4.6 Rank #243 / 291	-	22	A+	74 Facility 74 CA AVG 59 Rank #597 / 2058	Jason Adelman	$16.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $16.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023 CA AVG $15.7M Rank #98 / 260	$11.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $11.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023 CA AVG $8.9M Rank #60 / 260	66.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility 66.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 CA AVG 61.1% Rank #43 / 260	56376
Almaden Health & Rehab Center	NH SNF	San Jose (Blossom Crest)	77 Facility 77 CA AVG 104 Rank #944 / 1646	89.4% Facility 89.4% CA AVG 73.9 Rank #364 / 1492	+21%	4.61 Facility 4.61 CA AVG 4.22 Rank #63 / 289	+4%	+9%	$0 Facility $0 CA AVG $56.5k Rank #1 / 294	-	38 Facility 38 CA AVG 50.2 Rank #133 / 291	3.8 Facility 3.8 CA AVG 4.6 Rank #129 / 291	-	69	-	68	Almaden Holding Company Gp LLC	$12.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $12.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023 CA AVG $15.7M Rank #151 / 260	$5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023 CA AVG $8.9M Rank #203 / 260	43.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 Facility 43.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023 CA AVG 61.1% Rank #243 / 260	56058

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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 Brookdale San Jose in?

Brookdale San Jose is in the South San Jose neighborhood of San Jose.

Who is the owner of Brookdale San Jose?

Brookdale San Jose is legally operated by Blc-Atrium At San Jose LP, and administered by Zeinab Donner.

Is Brookdale San Jose in a walkable area?

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.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale San Jose?

Brookdale San Jose's occupancy is 62%.

How long has Brookdale San Jose been in business?

Brookdale San Jose has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Brookdale San Jose?

Yes, Brookdale San Jose allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Brookdale San Jose?

Zeinab Donner is the administrator of Brookdale San Jose.

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Inspection History

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.

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

California CARES Program

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