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Channing House
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Palo Alto, CA
Residents engaging with staff at the reception desk Staff members celebrating at Channing House

Channing House

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Palo Alto, CA
850 Webster Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Channing House

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A 264-bed nursing home in Palo Alto, Channing House is situated on Webster Street in a really walkable neighborhood that scores 96 out of 100 for pedestrian access. The home is administered by Yadira Aldana, offering residential living and skilled nursing care with a clear emphasis on rehabilitation services. Its setting in central Palo Alto places residents and visiting family near Stanford, downtown amenities, and easy transit connections.

At Channing House, daily life focuses on an active and engaged approach to wellness. The home has programs and classes along with fitness and wellness activities to keep residents immersed. Dining lives by a philosophy that food is part of living well. The kitchen makes indulgent, creative American and global cuisine centering on interesting flavors, paired with a welcoming dining experience.

A substantial presence in the Palo Alto area is Channing House’s setting and its 264-bed capacity. It has nearby access to Stanford’s healthcare ecosystem and exceptional walkability for family visits, and the community supports the medical and social areas of SNF.

Facility Direct Line (650) 327-0950
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Bed community size
264-bed community Rank #77 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 77th out of 1657 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 96 / 100 Rank #43 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 43rd out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
81%
Rank #663 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 663rd out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
214 / 264
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeRcfe-continuing Care Retirement Community
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMarch 20, 1993
CountySanta Clara
License Number220000404
RCFE Number430700136
SNF License220000404

Ownership & Operating Entity

Channing House is legally operated by Channing House, and administered by Yadira Aldana.

Owner NameChanning House

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsResidential Living, Programs + Classes, Fitness + Wellness, Amenities + Services

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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.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 7 citations 5 complaints 12 total visits 3 complaint visits 4 official inspections
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.

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

Rank #731 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 731st out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 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. Inspection score: 84 out of 100. Letter grade B. 3 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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg) 8 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (30% below)
• Citations per year (30% below)
• Citations per inspection (82% below)
• Total visits (25% below)
• Complaint visits (77% below)
• Other visits (29% below)
• Total complaints (64% below)
• Complaints per year (64% below)
Latest Inspection March 26, 2026

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 7 10 This facility has 30% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 30% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 1.4 2 This facility has 30% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.4 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 30% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.6 3.3 This facility has 82% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.6 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 82% better

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

This Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 12 16 This facility has 25% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 25% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 3 13 This facility has 77% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 77% better Rank #441 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 441st out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 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. 5 7 This facility has 29% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 29% better
Official inspections Info 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

Complaints & Investigations Info Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

This Facility CA Average vs. CA Avg
Total complaints Info Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff. 5 14 This facility has 64% fewer total complaints than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 64% better
Complaints per year Info Average complaints per year since 2021. 1 2.8 This facility has 64% fewer complaints per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 2.8).↓ 64% better
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Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Palo Alto's city center to Channing House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Channing House is located in PALO ALTO, 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 Channing House

What neighborhood is Channing House in?

Channing House is in the University South neighborhood of PALO ALTO.

Is Channing House in a walkable area?

Channing House has a walk score of 96. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Channing House?

Channing House's occupancy is 81%.

Who is the administrator of Channing House?

Yadira Aldana is the administrator of Channing House.

How many beds does Channing House have?

Channing House has 264 beds.

Has Channing House had any recent citations?

Channing House has had 7 recently reported citations.

Are there photos of Channing House?

Yes — there are 2 photos of Channing House in the photo gallery on this page.

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