Sonnet Hill Senior Living

Overview of Sonnet Hill Senior Living

Operated by Stella Snr Housing Holdings and Ally Snr Lvg, Sonnet Hill Senior Living is a five-year-old assisted living community on Meridian Avenue in San Jose. The community under Jasmine Latu’s administration offers assisted living and memory care services in a three-story building catering to 80 occupants across studio, one-bedroom, and Neighbor Suite floor plans. With a 61 percent occupancy rate, the facility maintains an open, accessible ambiance while serving those needing daily support with living activities.

The location scores 85 on the walkability scale, putting the home in a highly walkable neighborhood where most errands can be done on foot. This setting suits visiting family members and residents who value access to local amenities without relying entirely on transportation. Sonnet Hill Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care programming, so it can serve residents whose needs span from help with medication management and personal care to specialized memory support. Speaking to a focused operation in San Jose’s market is the home’s five-year track record.

State inspections have underscored medication management and recordkeeping practices. Sonnet Hill Senior Living has engaged with regulators around the accuracy of medication documentation and personnel training in medication administration.

With an 80-bed capacity, the home presents a mid-sized option in the assisted living and memory care space. Its relatively recent opening and established place in San Jose’s landscape make it a newer entrant with a specific care focus. Families considering this facility must discuss medication protocols and staff training approaches during a tour.

Facility Direct Line (669) 310-3339

80-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

5 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 85 / 100

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

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

61%

Lower than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

49 / 80

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceMay 27, 2021

CountySanta Clara

Sonnet Hill Senior Living is legally operated by Stella Snr Housing Holdings LLC and Ally Snr Lvg, LLC, and administered by Jasmine Latu.

Since 2020 · 6 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 23 citations 39 total visits 22 complaint visits 4 official inspections 16 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

22 points below the California average for assisted living residences (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 2020 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.	23	10	This facility has 130% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (23 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 130% 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.	11	3	This facility has 267% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 267% worse Rank #1310 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1310th 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.	12	4	This facility has 200% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 200% worse
Citations per inspection 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 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.	39	16	This facility has had 144% more total inspections than the California average (39 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 144% more
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	22	13	This facility has had 69% more complaint visits than the California average (22 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 69% more Rank #1158 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1158th 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.	13	7	This facility has had 86% more other visits than the California average (13 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 86% 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.	16	10	This facility has had 60% more complaint investigations than the California average (16 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 60% more

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / Neighbor Suite

Building Type: 3-story

Beauty Services

Transportation Services

Housekeeping Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

Music and Arts Classes

Parking Available

2.1 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from San Jose's city center to Sonnet Hill Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.45 miles to nearest hospital (O'Connor Hospital)

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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 Sonnet Hill Senior Living in?

Sonnet Hill Senior Living is in the Fruitdale neighborhood of San Jose.

Who is the owner of Sonnet Hill Senior Living?

Sonnet Hill Senior Living is legally operated by Stella Snr Housing Holdings LLC and Ally Snr Lvg, LLC, and administered by Jasmine Latu.

Is Sonnet Hill Senior Living in a walkable area?

Sonnet Hill Senior Living has a walk score of 85. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at Sonnet Hill Senior Living?

Sonnet Hill Senior Living's occupancy is 61%.

How long has Sonnet Hill Senior Living been in business?

Sonnet Hill Senior Living has been operating for approximately 5 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Sonnet Hill Senior Living?

Yes, Sonnet Hill Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Sonnet Hill Senior Living?

Jasmine Latu is the administrator of Sonnet Hill Senior Living.

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