Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (92% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 17 days.
Enjoy the picturesque scenery of Sand Hill Road, Palo Alto, CA, with the astounding senior living community of VI at Palo Alto offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The community features cozy and purposely built residences in variations of one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom floor plans, ensuring relaxation and security at its finest. A kind and highly trained team lends extra hands for seniors to live their golden years doing what they love.
With the seniors’ well-being in mind, the community conducts engaging activities and enjoyable programs to ensure they maintain an active and happy lifestyle. Have an unforgettable dining experience with delectable and healthy meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. VI at Palo Alto is a safe place for seniors seeking solace in their golden years with its serene spaces and friendly community guiding you every step of the way.
Vi at Palo Alto is legally operated by Cc Palo Alto LLC and Classic Res. Mgmt. Ltd. Partner, and administered by Valerie Alves.
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.
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
| 2 | 10 | This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better |
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Serious citations (Type A)
| 0 | 3 | This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California nursing home (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1434 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st 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. |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
| 2 | 4 | This facility has 50% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California nursing home (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better |
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Citations per inspection
| 0.1 | 3.3 | This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California nursing home (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better |
Inspections & Visits
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 24 | 16 | This facility has had 50% more total inspections than the California average (24 vs. CA avg 16). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 50% more |
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Complaint visits
| 10 | 13 | This facility has had 23% fewer complaint visits than the California average (10 vs. CA avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 23% fewer Rank #846 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 846th 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. |
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Other visits
| 10 | 7 | This facility has had 43% more other visits than the California average (10 vs. CA avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 43% more |
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Official inspections
| 4 | 4 | This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg |
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Complaint investigations
| 7 | 10 | This facility has had 30% fewer complaint investigations than the California average (7 vs. CA avg 10). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 30% fewer |
State average 12.5
Last Health inspection on Aug 2024
State average 50.2
State average 4.65
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
15 of 18 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 3 of 18 resulted from complaint investigations.
State average: 0.4
State 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
2,366 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 29 | 2 | 31 | 11,369 | 92 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 3,388 | 92 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,530 | 92 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,647 | 89 | 97% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1,146 | 80 | 87% | 6.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,007 | 89 | 97% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 5 | 5 | 631 | 78 | 85% | 4 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 568 | 61 | 66% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 458 | 61 | 66% | 7.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 458 | 61 | 66% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 443 | 59 | 64% | 7.5 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 443 | 59 | 64% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 247 | 54 | 59% | 4.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 245 | 54 | 59% | 4.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 6 | 7% | 4.7 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 3% | 2 |
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.
92% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
8% of new residents, often for short stays.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Vi at Palo Alto from 2011–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
No pets allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Service
Fitness and Recreation
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (92% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 17 days.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
Valerie Chastain Alves is the Care Center Administrator at Vi at Palo Alto, overseeing all care center departments including dining service and nursing care to ensure a quality resident experience. She holds a bachelor's degree in Nutrition and Clinical Dietetics from UC Berkeley and brings 30 years of long-term care experience, including 17 years as a nursing home administrator. Valerie joined Vi in 2022.
2.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Palo Alto's city center to Vi at Palo Alto's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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90
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Vi at Palo Alto is legally operated by Cc Palo Alto LLC and Classic Res. Mgmt. Ltd. Partner, and administered by Valerie Alves.
Vi at Palo Alto has a walk score of 80. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Vi at Palo Alto's occupancy is 73%.
Vi at Palo Alto has been operating for approximately 21 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
No, Vi at Palo Alto has a no-pet policy.
Vi at Palo Alto is registered as a for-profit in CA.
Valerie Alves is the administrator of Vi at Palo Alto.
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