Occupancy rate
69%
Lower than the California average: 72.8%The Watermark at Almaden
Independent Living in San Jose
The Watermark at Almaden
Independent Living in San Jose
Innovating senior living in the neighborhood of San Jose, CA, The Watermark at Almaden is an excellent senior living community, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Residents can freely choose among spacious studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments tailored to various levels of care, allowing the care team to easily deliver the help and support they may need. An attentive and skilled care associates are available 24/7 to offer wellness support and care services tailored to individual needs and preferences.
Here, residents are offered convenient features and services, such as weekly linen services and housekeeping services to free residents from tiring chores and responsibilities. The community offers residents an array of dynamic activities and wellness programs designed to invigorate their overall well-being. A delightful dining experience is also available thanks to a talented culinary team that curates exceptional meals with accommodations for dietary preferences and needs.
240-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
5 years in operation
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 82 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Occupied beds
165 / 240
Average residents
87 per day
Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceDecember 18, 2020
CountySanta Clara
The Watermark at Almaden is legally operated by Us Alliance Holden Of San Jose Tentant;watermark, and administrated by Ritter, Brenda.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Types of Care at The Watermark at Almaden
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
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 Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics worse than average are highlighted in red; those better than average are highlighted in green.
Since 2020 vs. California state average
Overall vs. California average
6 Worse
Metrics worse than California average:
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Total visits (131% above)
• Complaint visits (38% above)
• Other visits (100% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (40% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (at California avg) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (20% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% above)
• Total visits (131% above)
• Complaint visits (38% above)
• Other visits (100% above)
• Official inspections (25% above)
• Complaint investigations (40% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (at California avg) 1 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (20% below)
Latest Inspection
July 22, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory violations recorded during state inspections. California uses Type A (serious) and Type B (moderate) severity levels.
| Metric | This Facility | California Average | vs. California Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory violations recorded by California Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) inspectors across all inspection types.
| 8 | 10 | This facility has 20% fewer total citations than a typical California facility (8 vs. California avg 10).↓ 20% better |
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Serious citations (Type A)
Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.
| 4 | 3 | This facility has 33% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California facility (4 vs. California avg 3).↑ 33% worse |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. Corrective action required within a specified timeframe.
| 4 | 4 | This facility has moderate citations (type b) in line with the California average (4 vs. California avg 4).— At avg |
Inspections & Visits
Regulatory visits include scheduled inspections, complaint investigations, and other on-site visits by state regulators.
| Metric | This Facility | California Average | vs. California Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 37 | 16 | This facility has 131% more total visits than a typical California facility (37 vs. California avg 16).↑ 131% worse |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Fewer complaint visits generally indicate fewer reported concerns.
| 18 | 13 | This facility has 38% more complaint visits than a typical California facility (18 vs. California avg 13).↑ 38% worse |
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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.
| 14 | 7 | This facility has 100% more other visits than a typical California facility (14 vs. California avg 7).↑ 100% worse |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 5 | 4 | This facility has 25% more official inspections than a typical California facility (5 vs. California avg 4).↑ 25% worse |
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Complaint Investigations
Investigations triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. Complaint Investigations can result in multiple complaint visits. This home had 18 complaint visits.
| 14 | 10 | This facility has 40% more complaint investigations than a typical California facility (14 vs. California avg 10).↑ 40% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The facility’s inspection record is mostly clean, with no deficiencies cited in its most recent July 22, 2025 complaint investigations, all of which found allegations of staff mistreatment and care issues to be unfounded. The last annual inspection on January 11, 2024 cited five deficiencies involving medication records, weight monitoring, hot water temperatures, locked Memory Care rooms, and missing medical assessments, but follow-up visits found no ongoing issues. Complaint investigations over the past two years consistently concluded allegations were unsubstantiated or unfounded, showing a stable and compliant pattern.
Read the full state inspection reports, including specific deficiencies and facility responses.
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in California
The Watermark at Almaden is located in San Jose, California.
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7.4 miles from city center
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— 3.97 miles to nearest hospital (Good Samaritan Hospital)
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Penalties and fines
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
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Compare Independent Living around San Jose The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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