Overview of Palm Villas Memory Care

Palm Villas Memory Care is a dedicated memory care community in Redwood City, CA, that offers specialized care for those with dementia and Alzheimer’s. Here, older adults can keep their peace of mind, accompanied by its supportive and stress-free environment. With a specially-trained team, freshly-prepared meals, and 24-hour support, residents have a maintenance-free living. The community also provides a continuum of care services, alongside personal care plans, allowing residents to age in place.

Bingo nights, arts and crafts, and strategy games are among the activities that residents can participate in to remain socially engaged and active. Prioritizing residents’ comfort and safety, secure communal areas and accessible living spaces are provided. With bus stops, dining options, and local amenities in the area, residents are guaranteed accessibility and convenience. This memory care community has high-quality services dedicated to those with memory loss, making it a great choice for senior living in California.

Bed community size
49-bed community Rank #1138 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1138th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
17 years in operation Rank #458 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 458th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may 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.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 65 / 100 Rank #888 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 888th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
78%
Rank #741 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 741st 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
38 / 49
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceApril 22, 2009
CountySan Mateo

Ownership & Operating Entity

Palm Villas Memory Care is legally operated by Forever Young Assisted Living, Inc., and administered by Garry Sneper.

Safety & Compliance

Safety Featuressecured exterior doors, delayed egress systems, resident monitoring

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

Personal Care
Activities
Wellness Program7 Pillars of Wellness, cognitive stimulation, physical exercise, social activities, anxiety reduction, support groups, music therapy, culinary experience
Specific ProgramsExercise

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThe culinary program at Palm Villas emphasizes fresh ingredients and nutritious meals, with a menu that changes monthly to accommodate various dietary needs.

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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.

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.

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

Rank #242 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 242nd 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: 93 out of 100. Letter grade A. 12 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Official inspections (25% above)
5 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (100% below)
• Total visits (38% below)
• Complaint visits (62% below)
• Other visits (100% below)
• Complaint investigations (60% below)
Latest Inspection April 14, 2026

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 010 This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% better

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

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 1016 This facility has 38% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (10 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 38% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 513 This facility has 62% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 62% better Rank #592 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 592nd 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. 07 This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 100% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 54 This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 410 This facility has 60% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 60% better

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Pets Allowed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Exercise Programs

Places of interest near Palm Villas Memory Care

Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Redwood City's city center to Palm Villas Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

Kensington Place Redwood City
MC
Redwood City (Redwood Oaks)
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 103
Rank #1029 / 1657
No
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 57
Rank #267 / 2092
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1401
2
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #592 / 1397
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #413 / 1164
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #662 / 1487
82.1%
Facility 82.1%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #549 / 1368
Fsdw Redwood City LLC & Kensington Senior Living1 Bed
Palm Villas Memory Care
MC
Redwood City
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 103
Rank #1138 / 1657
Yes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 57
Rank #888 / 2092
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 81
Rank #242 / 1401
5
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #592 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #458 / 1487
77.6%
Facility 77.6%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #646 / 1368
Forever Young Assisted Living, Inc-
Bayview Villa
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AL
HC
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San Carlos
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 103
Rank #1175 / 1657
No
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 57
Rank #1826 / 2092
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
Rank #1 / 1401
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1397
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1164
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #235 / 1487
31.9%
Facility 31.9%
CA AVG 74.8%
Rank #1356 / 1368
Loncar Enterprises Inc-

Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in California

Palm Villas Memory Care is located in Redwood City, 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 Palm Villas Memory Care

Who is the owner of Palm Villas Memory Care?

The legal owner and operator of Palm Villas Memory Care is Forever Young Assisted Living, Inc..

Is Palm Villas Memory Care in a walkable area?

Palm Villas Memory Care has a walk score of 65. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at Palm Villas Memory Care?

Palm Villas Memory Care's occupancy is 78%.

Who is the administrator of Palm Villas Memory Care?

Garry Sneper is the administrator of Palm Villas Memory Care.

How many beds does Palm Villas Memory Care have?

Palm Villas Memory Care has 49 beds.

Has Palm Villas Memory Care had any recent citations?

Palm Villas Memory Care has no recently reported citations.

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