Pricing ranges from
    $4,797 – 5,756/month

    A Gabriela's Villa

    1051 Lynn St, Livermore, CA, 94550
    4.0 · 4 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    3.0

    Cozy, clean; cannot manage diabetes

    I stayed in a cozy, home-like one-bedroom with friendly, polite and attentive staff. The house was clean and well-kept, food was fine and daytime activities existed (though limited by COVID and visiting restrictions). It was reasonably priced and met my needs, but they couldn't manage diabetes care - so it wouldn't work for my mother.

    Pricing

    $4,797+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $5,756+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.00 · 4 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.5
    • Staff

      4.3
    • Meals

      3.0
    • Amenities

      3.0
    • Value

      4.0

    Pros

    • friendly and attentive staff
    • good personal care and attention to needs
    • reasonably priced board and care
    • satisfied with food
    • cozy, home-like rooms
    • clean and well-kept house
    • nice outdoor space
    • daytime activities available
    • small, intimate setting

    Cons

    • limited activities due to COVID
    • visiting restrictions
    • small rooms
    • cannot handle complex medical needs (diabetes care)

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is positive, with multiple reviewers emphasizing a friendly, polite, and attentive staff and a home-like atmosphere. Care quality for routine assisted living needs is described favorably: staff are noted as attentive and residents receive good personal attention. The facility is repeatedly characterized as cozy and intimate, with small one-bedroom units that contribute to a home-like feeling rather than an institutional environment. Cleanliness and general upkeep are highlighted, as is a pleasant outdoor area.

    On logistics and cost, reviewers report that the board-and-care pricing is reasonable, suggesting the facility is an affordable option for families seeking basic assisted living services. Dining is mentioned positively by at least one resident who was satisfied with the food. Daytime activities are offered and the house is described as well-kept, which reinforces the impression of a comfortable, family-style setting suitable for residents who do not require high-acuity medical interventions.

    There are notable limitations and patterns of concern to consider. Several reviews point to activity restrictions and visiting limitations tied to COVID, which reduced social and programmatic offerings for residents during that period. The small size of rooms is repeatedly mentioned — while some see the compact rooms as part of the cozy atmosphere, others view the limited space as a downside. These factors may affect prospective residents who expect more space or a broader array of programming.

    A consistent and significant weakness in the reviews is the facility's capacity to manage complex medical conditions: at least one reviewer explicitly stated the home could not handle diabetes care and was therefore not suitable for their mother. This indicates a limitation in clinical or specialized nursing services; families with members who require medication management for chronic conditions like diabetes or higher medical oversight should view the facility as potentially inappropriate. In sum, A Gabriela's Villa appears well suited for residents who need attentive, basic assisted living in a clean, small, home-like setting at a reasonable price, but less appropriate for those with complex medical needs or for families seeking robust activity programs during pandemic-related restrictions.

    Location

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    About A Gabriela's Villa

    A Gabriela’s Villa-Livermore is a residential care facility for the elderly, thoughtfully nestled within a quiet and welcoming neighborhood. Designed with comfort and familiarity in mind, the home features multiple spacious rooms, including both private and common areas, providing a unique and inviting layout tailored to evoke a true sense of home. With a philosophy centered on compassion, dignity, and respect for every resident, A Gabriela’s Villa-Livermore has cultivated an environment in which each individual is encouraged to maintain their independence while being assured of attentive support whenever needed.

    The care home offers an atmosphere where seniors can experience comfort, companionship, and personalized attention. The skilled caregivers at A Gabriela’s Villa-Livermore are dedicated to supporting residents with daily personal care tasks while also fostering relationships that enhance emotional well-being. Residents are assisted in a tranquil, secure space, which allows them and their loved ones to feel at ease, whether through quiet relaxation in common areas or participation in meaningful day-to-day activities.

    A Gabriela’s Villa-Livermore stands out with its commitment to providing an exceptional assisted living experience for each of its residents. The home’s mission is to ensure that all individuals in their care enjoy not only safety and security but also warmth, respect, and a genuine sense of belonging. Families who choose A Gabriela’s Villa-Livermore do so with the assurance that their loved ones will be nurtured in a clean, friendly, and well-maintained setting. Each resident benefits from the home’s close-knit environment, where relationships with caregivers and fellow residents flourish.

    The staff at A Gabriela’s Villa-Livermore recognize the importance of both independence and support as individuals age. They strive to create a balance, offering assistance while promoting autonomy, so that residents can continue to pursue their interests and maintain a fulfilling lifestyle. Every aspect of daily life at the care home—from the lay-out of the rooms to the attentive care routines—reflects this dedication to enhancing comfort and quality of life for all who reside there.

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    State of California Inspection Reports

    13

    Inspections

    5

    Type A Citations

    10

    Type B Citations

    6

    Years of reports

    14 Mar 2025
    Identified a deficiency listing multiple physical issues, including a broken garage cabinet lock, holes in the living room ceiling and screens, damaged screen doors, a hole in the bathroom window screen, a hole on the deck, and items needing disposal in the backyard. The deficiency was cited under regulatory requirements, and an exit interview was conducted.
    20 Nov 2024
    Identified a deficiency: three residents did not have current appraisal/needs and service plans on file. Observed several safety and readiness items in place, including detectors, a full fire extinguisher, adequate lighting, and clean resident rooms.
    • § 87705(c)(5)
    15 Nov 2023
    Found several deficiencies, including unlocked cleaning supplies and gardening tools, and expired canned goods. Also found missing TB tests or chest X-ray results, missing current medical assessments and needs/service plans for some residents, no home health written agreements for two residents, and a discrepancy in calcium dosage for one resident.
    15 Nov 2023
    Identified deficiencies in safety measures, food storage, medication administration, and resident care during an inspection.
    • § 87303(a)
    08 Dec 2022
    Identified deficiencies, including unlocked cleaning supplies in the hallway closet and garage, a broken hallway toilet seat cover, and an opening in the living room screen door, and a staff member did not have health screening or TB testing completed.
    08 Dec 2022
    Identified deficiencies included issues with cleanliness and maintenance, as well as incomplete health screenings for a resident.
    • § 87705(c)(5)
    • § 87555(b)(8)
    • § 87458(b)(1)
    • § 87608(a)(5)
    • § 87309(a)
    • § 87609(b)(4)
    • § 87465(c)(2)
    28 Apr 2022
    Found that the allegation of staff financial abuse toward the resident did not meet the preponderance of evidence, leaving it unsubstantiated.
    28 Apr 2022
    Found no evidence of financial abuse per the complaint allegation.
    • § 87309(a)
    • § 87303(a)
    • § 87411(f)
    03 Dec 2021
    Found infection-control measures in place, including hand sanitizer, posted cough etiquette, temperature checks, and adequate PPE and supplies. Found an unlocked bottle of vitamins that staff secured during the visit, and identified a related deficiency.
    03 Dec 2021
    Identified deficiencies were noted during the inspection, including an unlocked bottle of vitamins.
    05 Nov 2021
    Found lapses in medication documentation and incident reporting: a prescribed hydrocortisone cream for the resident was not documented on the MAR and its use/refusal was not recorded, and no incident report was filed for the January 2020 ER visit.
    • § 87211(a)(1)
    • § 87465(c)(2)
    05 Nov 2021
    Interviews with staff and review of records revealed that an allegation regarding medication management was substantiated, while an allegation related to lack of incident reporting was not substantiated.
    25 Nov 2019
    Confirmed deficiencies in safety and record-keeping were observed during the inspection.
    • § 87705(f)(2)

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