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Located in the scenic Almaden Expressway, San Jose, CA, the Watermark at Almaden is an idyllic senior living community offering a wide array of living options. These include independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Featuring spacious and elegant floor plans including private and shared studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, the community provides a cozy residence for seniors. A comfortable and safe residence for seniors to experience an accepting and worry-free environment.
The Watermark at Almaden prepares three carefully chef-curated meals every day to satisfy its’ residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Moreover, the community ensures the residents enjoy an active lifestyle and learning through their acclaimed Watermark University. Amenities include an outdoor pool and hot tub, a movie theater, a fitness center, a spacious art studio, and beautiful outdoor spaces. Valuing the importance of pets, the community provides a pet-friendly environment.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%The Watermark at San Jose is legally operated by Us Alliance Holden Of San Jose Ii Tenant;watermark, and administrated by Jolie Higgins.
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.
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.
11 points above the California average for assisted living residences (76/100)
Inspection score: 87 out of 100. Letter grade B+. 11 points above the California average for assisted living residences (76/100)
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.
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 10 | This facility has 100% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 100% 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.
| 15 | 16 | This facility has 6% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (15 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 6% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 6 | 13 | This facility has 54% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 54% 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.
| 8 | 7 | This facility has 14% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (8 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 14% worse |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 1 | 4 | This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
4.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from San Jose's city center to The Watermark at San Jose's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.25 miles to nearest hospital (SOAR)
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The Watermark at San Jose 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.
| The Watermark at San Jose |
RH Retirement Home
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | San Jose (Willow Glen) | 205
Facility
205
CA AVG
103
Rank
#147 / 1658 | Yes |
72
Facility
72
CA AVG
57
Rank
#675 / 2093 | 1 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
13
Rank
#654 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1388 / 1486 |
53.7%
Facility
53.7%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#1101 / 1249 | Us Alliance Holden Of San Jose II Tenant;Watermark | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Merrill Gardens at Willow Glen |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | San Jose (Stokes) | 150
Facility
150
CA AVG
103
Rank
#344 / 1658 | Yes |
73
Facility
73
CA AVG
57
Rank
#643 / 2093 | 3 | 35
Facility
35
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1294 / 1397 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
3
Rank
#753 / 1164 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1098 / 1486 |
62.7%
Facility
62.7%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#995 / 1249 | Mg At Willow Glen, LP ;Shi-IV Merrill Gp,LLC;Et Al | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Villa Fontana |
RH Retirement Home
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | San Jose (West Valley) | 104
Facility
104
CA AVG
103
Rank
#685 / 1658 | No |
81
Facility
81
CA AVG
57
Rank
#384 / 2093 | 4 | 9
Facility
9
CA AVG
13
Rank
#814 / 1397 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 16
Facility
16
CA AVG
13
Rank
#475 / 1486 |
91.3%
Facility
91.3%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#241 / 1249 | Prime Eldercare Solution Inc. | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Atria Willow Glen |
RH Retirement Home
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | San Jose (Dry Creek) | 63
Facility
63
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1063 / 1658 | Yes |
34
Facility
34
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1664 / 2093 | 5 | 9
Facility
9
CA AVG
13
Rank
#814 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 27
Facility
27
CA AVG
13
Rank
#181 / 1486 |
69.8%
Facility
69.8%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#813 / 1249 | Wg Willow Glen Sh LP; Atria Management Co LLC | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Westgate Villa Assisted Living |
RH Retirement Home
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | San Jose (West Valley) | 60
Facility
60
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1071 / 1658 | No |
67
Facility
67
CA AVG
57
Rank
#831 / 2093 | 5 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
13
Rank
#654 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#987 / 1486 |
96.7%
Facility
96.7%
CA AVG
75.9%
Rank
#164 / 1249 | Half Moon Bay Holdings, LLC | Private Rooms / Semi - Private Rooms |
The Watermark at San Jose is in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose.
The legal owner and operator of The Watermark at San Jose is Us Alliance Holden Of San Jose Ii Tenant;Watermark.
The Watermark at San Jose has a walk score of 72. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
The Watermark at San Jose's occupancy is 54%.
Jolie Higgins is the administrator of The Watermark at San Jose.
The Watermark at San Jose has 205 beds.
The Watermark at San Jose has had 3 recently reported deficiencies.
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