California average 12.5
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025

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Empress Care Center, located on Bascom Avenue in San Jose, offers high-quality skilled nursing care with a team of over 100 dedicated staff members. They provide a range of services, including support staff and LVNs, who specialize in stroke recovery, wound care, diabetic management, and post-surgical care. They also offer top-notch physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to help residents regain their independence.
In addition to their medical services, Empress Care Center also provides innovative activity programs, laundry services, and balanced meals. They offer access to podiatry, dental, and vision services as well, making sure residents’ overall health and wellbeing is taken care of. This home strives to create a sense of community where residents can connect with one another and form meaningful relationships. Whether you or your loved one requires short-term or long-term care, Empress Care Center has everything you need to ensure worry-free days.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
California average 12.5
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
California average 50.2
California average 4.65
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
43 of 44 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 44 resulted from complaint investigations.
California average: 0.4
California average: 1
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
3,244 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 38 | 2 | 40 | 12,070 | 92 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 1 | 9 | 2,639 | 92 | 100% | 7 |
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 1 | 6 | 2,090 | 92 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1,036 | 68 | 74% | 8.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 953 | 74 | 80% | 8.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 506 | 65 | 71% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 500 | 61 | 66% | 8.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 469 | 65 | 71% | 7.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 457 | 61 | 66% | 7.5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 455 | 60 | 65% | 7.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 129 | 25 | 27% | 5.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 92 | 25 | 27% | 3.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 43 | 31 | 34% | 1.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 6 | 7% | 6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 3% | 1.5 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
49% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
21% of new residents, often for short stays.
30% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Empress Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
4.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from San Jose's city center to Empress Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.58 miles to nearest hospital (SOAR)
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Empress Care Center 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.
| Vista Manor Nursing Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | San Jose (Alum Rock) | 99
Facility
99
CA AVG
103
Rank
#725 / 1657 |
75.9%
Facility
75.9%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#798 / 1530 | -10% | 4.07
Facility
4.07
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#157 / 345 | -28% | -4% | $0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#1 / 352 | - | 24
Facility
24
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#69 / 352 | 4.8
Facility
4.8
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#223 / 352 | - | 86 | A+ |
70
Facility
70
CA AVG
57
Rank
#740 / 2092 | - | $15.8M
Facility
$15.8M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#197 / 346 | $9.1M
Facility
$9.1M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#151 / 346 | 58%
Facility
58%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#86 / 346 | 555483 | ||||
| Mission Skilled Nursing & Subacute Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Santa Clara (Cory) | 133
Facility
133
CA AVG
103
Rank
#473 / 1657 | - | - | 4.09
Facility
4.09
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#157 / 345 | +77% | -3% | $0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#1 / 352 | - | 36
Facility
36
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#143 / 352 | 4.5
Facility
4.5
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#203 / 352 | 2 | 131 | - |
69
Facility
69
CA AVG
57
Rank
#768 / 2092 | - | $32.4M
Facility
$32.4M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#46 / 346 | $13.5M
Facility
$13.5M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#46 / 346 | 41.9%
Facility
41.9%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#246 / 346 | 55645 | ||||
| A Grace Subacute & Skilled Care |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | San Jose (Castlemont) | 166
Facility
166
CA AVG
103
Rank
#270 / 1657 | - | - | 3.40
Facility
3.40
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#307 / 345 | +95% | -20% | $0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#1 / 352 | - | 48
Facility
48
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#213 / 352 | 6.0
Facility
6.0
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#289 / 352 | - | 22 | A+ |
74
Facility
74
CA AVG
57
Rank
#598 / 2092 | Jason Adelman | $28.2M
Facility
$28.2M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#73 / 346 | $11.1M
Facility
$11.1M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#92 / 346 | 39.3%
Facility
39.3%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#276 / 346 | 56376 | ||||
| San Jose Healthcare & Wellness Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. | San Jose (Central San Jose) | 58
Facility
58
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1102 / 1657 | - | - | 3.93
Facility
3.93
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#202 / 345 | +17% | -7% | $0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#1 / 352 | - | 42
Facility
42
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#179 / 352 | 4.2
Facility
4.2
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#181 / 352 | 1 | 52 | A+ |
84
Facility
84
CA AVG
57
Rank
#320 / 2092 | Leslie Carson | $14.7M
Facility
$14.7M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#212 / 346 | $6.4M
Facility
$6.4M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#242 / 346 | 43.7%
Facility
43.7%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#231 / 346 | 55388 | ||||
| Empress Care Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | San Jose (Willow Glen) | 67
Facility
67
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1029 / 1657 |
70.9%
Facility
70.9%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#927 / 1530 | -16% | 4.51
Facility
4.51
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#91 / 345 | -12% | +7% | $0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#1 / 352 | - | 44
Facility
44
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#190 / 352 | 11.0
Facility
11.0
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#348 / 352 | - | 50 | A+ |
78
Facility
78
CA AVG
57
Rank
#486 / 2092 | Cory Diebold | $8.1M
Facility
$8.1M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#300 / 346 | $5.1M
Facility
$5.1M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#290 / 346 | 62.4%
Facility
62.4%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#56 / 346 | 56026 |
Empress Care Center is in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose.
Empress Care Center has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Empress Care Center's occupancy is 70.9%.
Yes — there are 5 photos of Empress Care Center in the photo gallery on this page.
(408) 287-0616 will put you in contact with the team at Empress Care Center.
Yes — Empress Care Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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