Channing House
Nursing Home · California, CA
Channing House
Nursing Home · California, CA
Channing House is a not-for-profit Life Plan Community located in Palo Alto, California. It offers a vibrant setting for older adults, promoting active and engaged living. The community provides a continuum of healthcare services, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing.
264-bed community Rank #79 / 1665Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 79th out of 1665 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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: 96 / 100 Rank #43 / 2096Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 43rd out of 2096 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeRcfe-continuing Care Retirement Community
StatusLicensed
IssuanceMarch 20, 1993
CountySanta Clara
License Number220000404
RCFE Number430700136
SNF License220000404
Channing House is legally operated by Channing House, and administrated by Yadira Aldana.
Owner NameChanning House
Rehabilitation Services
Specific ProgramsResidential Living, Programs + Classes, Fitness + Wellness, Amenities + Services
Food DescriptionIndulgent, creative American and global cuisine, outstanding service and fascinating company.
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 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 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)
• 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
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 7 | 10 | This facility has 30% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (7 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 30% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 1.4 | 2 | This facility has 30% fewer citations per year than a typical California nursing home (1.4 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 30% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.6 | 3.3 | This facility has 82% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (0.6 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 82% 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.
| 12 | 16 | This facility has 25% fewer total visits than a typical California nursing home (12 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 25% better |
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Complaint visits
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 nursing home (3 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 77% better |
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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.
| 5 | 7 | This facility has 29% fewer other visits than a typical California nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 29% better |
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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 |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 5 | 14 | This facility has 64% fewer total complaints than a typical California nursing home (5 vs. CA avg 14).↓ 64% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2021.
| 1 | 2.8 | This facility has 64% fewer complaints per year than a typical California nursing home (1 vs. CA avg 2.8).↓ 64% better |
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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.
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 deficiencies or citations?
Channing House has had 7 recently reported deficiencies.
Are there photos of Channing House?
Yes — there are 3 photos of Channing House in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Channing House?
Channing House is located at 850 WEBSTER STREET.
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