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Saratoga, CA · 37 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Saratoga's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →Senior Care in San Jose, California
Every licensed senior community in the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA area — evaluated with real federal inspection data, staffing records, and transparent pricing, then ranked by our objective Scout Score. A local advisor can help you compare and tour, free.
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Cities covered
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5-star rated
3.6★
Avg CMS rating
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Cost of senior care in San Jose
Local San Jose-area estimates: published state survey medians adjusted for San Jose prices. Your advisor will find options that match your budget.
Assisted Living
$7,330/mo median
typical range $5,860–$9,160
Memory Care
$6,830/mo median
typical range $5,460–$8,540
Skilled Nursing
$13,400/mo median
typical range $11,080–$16,650
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)
$7,330/mo median
typical range $3,140–$7,510
Residential Care Home
$6,600/mo median
typical range $5,280–$8,250
2024–2026 published survey medians medians, adjusted to San Jose using federal (BEA) regional price data. Methodology
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in San Jose.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
All 51 communities in San Jose, ranked
Ranked by Haven Scout Score — our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety.
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The Terraces of Los Gatos
Scout 100Los Gatos, CA · 59 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of Los Gatos's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →3
Campbell, CA · 27 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Campbell's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →4
Webster House
Scout 97Palo Alto, CA · 145 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Palo Alto's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →5
Los Gatos, CA · 73 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Los Gatos's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →6
Sunny View Manor
Scout 96Cupertino, CA · 48 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of Cupertino's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →7
VI at Palo Alto
Scout 96Palo Alto, CA · 44 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of Palo Alto's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →8
Saratoga, CA · 94 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of Saratoga's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →9
Los Altos, CA · 30 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Los Altos's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →10
Lincoln Glen Skilled Nursing
Scout 92San Jose, CA · 59 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of San Jose's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →11
O'connor Hospital D/P SNF
Scout 92San Jose, CA · 24 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of San Jose's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →12
The Win Post-Acute
Scout 91Santa Clara, CA · 133 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Santa Clara's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →13
Vista Manor Nursing Center
Scout 90San Jose, CA · 99 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of San Jose's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →14
Woodlands Healthcare Center
Scout 89Los Gatos, CA · 65 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Los Gatos's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →
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Idylwood Care Center
Scout 87Sunnyvale, CA · 185 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Sunnyvale's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →16
Plum Tree Care Center
Scout 86San Jose, CA · 76 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of San Jose's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →17
Hollister, CA · 119 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Hollister.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →18
San Jose, CA · 77 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in San Jose.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →19
The Ridge Post Acute
Scout 81San Jose, CA · 54 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of San Jose's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →20
Los Altos Post-Acute
Scout 80Los Altos, CA · 152 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Los Altos.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →21
Cupertino, CA · 48 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Cupertino.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →22
Pacific Hills Post Acute
Scout 79Morgan Hill, CA · 99 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Morgan Hill.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled Nursing
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A Grace Sub Acute & Skilled Care
Scout 79San Jose, CA · 166 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in San Jose.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →24
Sunnyvale, CA · 99 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Sunnyvale.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →25
Creekside Post-Acute
Scout 75San Jose, CA · 130 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in San Jose.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →26
Palo Alto Post-Acute
Scout 74Palo Alto, CA · 66 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Palo Alto.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →27
Canyon Springs Post-Acute
Scout 74San Jose, CA · 199 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in San Jose.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →28
Courtyard Care Center
Scout 74San Jose, CA · 76 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in San Jose.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →29
Morgan Hill Healthcare Center
Scout 69Morgan Hill, CA · 52 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Morgan Hill.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →30
Baywood Post Acute
Scout 68Campbell, CA · 45 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Campbell.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →31
Empress Care Center, LLC
Scout 67San Jose, CA · 67 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in San Jose.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →32
Santa Clara Post Acute
Scout 67Santa Clara, CA · 201 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Santa Clara.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →33
The Redwoods Post-Acute
Scout 67San Jose, CA · 152 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in San Jose.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →34
Villa Siena
Scout 64Mountain View, CA · 30 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Mountain View.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →35
Sunnyvale Gardens Post Acute
Scout 62Sunnyvale, CA · 140 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Sunnyvale.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →36
Camden Postacute Care, INC
Scout 60Campbell, CA · 60 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Campbell.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →37
Mountain View Healthcare Center
Scout 57Mountain View, CA · 129 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Mountain View.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →38
San Jose, CA · 58 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in San Jose.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →39
Vasona Creek Healthcare Center
Scout 56Los Gatos, CA · 148 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Los Gatos.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →40
Inspire Behavioral Health
Scout 55San Jose, CA · 116 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in San Jose.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →41
Mission De La Casa
Scout 55San Jose, CA · 163 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in San Jose.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →42
White Blossom Care Center
Scout 52San Jose, CA · 153 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in San Jose.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →43
Camino Ridge Post-Acute
Scout 50Mountain View, CA · 102 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Mountain View.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →44
Saratoga, CA · 86 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Saratoga.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →45
Westwood Post Acute
Scout 50San Jose, CA · 258 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in San Jose.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →46
Gilroy Healthcare Center
Scout 50Gilroy, CA · 134 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Gilroy.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →47
Milpitas Care Center
Scout 48Milpitas, CA · 35 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Milpitas.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →48
Cupertino, CA · 170 beds
2.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Cupertino.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →49
San Jose, CA · 253 beds
1.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A low federal rating — review the details closely.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →50
Sunnyvale Post-Acute Center
Scout 34Sunnyvale, CA · 99 beds
1.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A low federal rating — review the details closely.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →51
Herman Health Care Center
Scout 26San Jose, CA · 99 beds
1.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A low federal rating — review the details closely.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
View full evaluation →Frequently asked questions
How much does senior living cost in San Jose, CA?
In the San Jose, CA area, assisted living typically runs $5,860–$9,160/month (median $7,330), memory care $5,460–$8,540/month (median $6,830), and skilled nursing $11,080–$16,650/month (median $13,400) — local estimates built from published survey medians adjusted for area prices. A free Haven advisor can pinpoint exact pricing for communities that fit your budget.
What are the best senior living communities in San Jose, CA?
Ranked purely by objective federal data (star ratings, staffing, inspections — rankings cannot be bought), the top-rated communities in San Jose, CA right now are Childrens Hc Org No Ca Saratoga Pediatric Subacute, The Terraces of Los Gatos, Childrens Hc Org No Ca -Pediatric Hospital D/P SNF. The full ranked list of 51 communities is on this page.
How are the 51 communities on this page rated?
Every skilled nursing community is scored with our Haven Scout Score, a composite built from official CMS Care Compare data — overall star rating, health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures — plus safety signals like fines and citation history. We rank by objective data, not by who pays us.
Is Haven really free for families?
Yes. Haven is always free for families. When we help a family find and move into the right community, that community pays us a referral fee. You never pay anything, and we show every licensed community in the area — not just paying partners.
What's the difference between assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing?
Assisted living helps with daily activities while preserving independence. Memory care is a secured setting with specially trained staff for dementia. Skilled nursing provides 24/7 licensed medical care and rehab. Not sure which fits? Take our free 2-minute care assessment.