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    $3,500/month
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    5.0

    Attentive compassionate staff; small facility

    I'm very pleased with this small, clean, well-kept facility - the staff are attentive, compassionate and responsive, and the owner is clearly dedicated. My family member is well-nourished, comfortable and doing better (the team was incredibly helpful with dementia care), and communication with staff is regular and reassuring. It's quiet with great meals and a good resident-to-staff ratio; activities are limited by size, but overall I'm very satisfied and would highly recommend.

    Pricing

    $3,500+/moSuiteAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

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

    Room

    • Housekeeping and linen services

    Common areas

    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.86 · 14 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      4.8
    • Meals

      4.7
    • Amenities

      4.5
    • Value

      4.0

    Pros

    • Attentive and compassionate staff
    • Encouraged family involvement and consultation
    • Clean and well-maintained facility
    • Good, healthy meals and proper feeding assistance
    • Residents well-nourished and gaining weight when needed
    • Effective dementia care and patient handling
    • Regular and clear communication with families
    • Small environment with good resident-to-staff ratio
    • Dedicated, responsive owner and management
    • Quiet, respectful, and comfortable atmosphere
    • Personalized, family-like approach to care
    • Affordable pricing
    • Easy to reach and responsive staff
    • Well-organized operations and good amenities
    • Highly recommended by multiple reviewers

    Cons

    • Limited socialization opportunities
    • Few activity options for residents
    • Facility perceived as too small by some
    • Location may be inconvenient for some families
    • Concerns about feeling stranded or isolated (transport/access)

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is strongly positive, with consistent praise for the quality of care, cleanliness, and the compassion of staff. Reviewers repeatedly emphasize that residents are well cared for, comfortable, and treated with respect. Many family members report being kept informed about health issues, consulted about care decisions, and receiving regular communications, which contributes to a high level of trust in the facility. Several comments single out the owner and management as dedicated, empathetic, and responsive, reinforcing the perception of a well-run home.

    Care quality is a major strength highlighted in nearly every summary. Staff are described as attentive, patient, gentle, and family-like in their approach. Specific positive outcomes are noted, including proper feeding assistance, residents regaining weight, and successful dementia care. The facility is repeatedly called compassionate and exceptionally good with dementia, indicating staff have skill and experience with cognitive impairment. Families frequently say they would recommend the facility and that their relatives seem happier and doing well there.

    Facility and environment receive consistent praise. The home is described as very clean, well-kept, inviting, quiet, and well-organized. Reviewers appreciate a calm atmosphere and respectful residents, which creates a comfortable setting for residents who prefer a tranquil living space. The small size of the facility is framed as a benefit by many, contributing to a favorable resident-to-staff ratio and more personalized attention. Several reviews note good amenities and that staff appear happy and invested in resident wellbeing.

    Dining and nutrition are also noted positively. Meals are described as good, healthy, and nourishing; feeding and mealtime assistance are handled well according to multiple reviewers. The combination of attentive feeding support and nutritious meals contributes to observed improvements in resident weight and overall health.

    Activities and socialization are the most frequent areas of concern. Several reviewers point out limited socialization and few activity options, with some indicating the small environment restricts opportunities for broader programming. While the small size supports individualized care, it also appears to limit the variety and scale of social and recreational activities. This creates a trade-off: excellent one-on-one attention versus fewer group events and social stimulation compared with larger facilities.

    Location and access issues are mentioned by a few reviewers. Some find the location not ideal for their needs, and one or two comments imply concerns about feeling stranded or isolated, suggesting potential transportation or access limitations. These concerns appear less prevalent than the positive themes but are important for families to consider depending on their proximity and the resident's desire for frequent visitors or off-site activities.

    In summary, Grace Garden emerges from these reviews as a small, clean, and well-managed facility that delivers highly personalized, compassionate care. It is particularly strong for residents who need attentive daily support, dementia care, and a quiet, family-like atmosphere. Most reviewers strongly recommend the home and praise the owner and staff for responsiveness and communication. Prospective residents and families who prioritize individualized care, cleanliness, and consistent communication will likely find Grace Garden an excellent fit. Those who place a higher value on robust social programming, frequent group activities, or a more central location should weigh the facility's limited activity offerings and size when deciding if it meets their needs.

    Location

    Map showing location of Grace Garden

    About Grace Garden

    Grace Garden sits in San Jose, California, as a small and cozy residential care home, also called Grace Garden RCFE, that cares for up to six elderly residents, and you'll find private and shared rooms here, all fully furnished with kitchenettes, air conditioning, private bathrooms, and comforts like cable TV, internet, WiFi, telephones, and security cameras in each room and living room. The home serves three home-cooked meals every day, uses organic ingredients as much as possible, and always has healthy snacks available, while staff take care of all housekeeping and linen needs, plus do laundry to keep everyone comfortable and fresh. Caregivers at Grace Garden give 24-hour supervision, monitor medications, and offer help with bathing, dressing, hygiene, and moving around, all with a low caregiver-to-resident ratio, so each person gets close attention and a tailored care plan. Residents get help with daily activities, have community-sponsored social and recreational activities, enjoy simple exercise or walks, and the team can help arrange transportation for doctor's and dental appointments, even working with nurses, doctors, and other professionals who visit the house. For those who need skilled nursing, there's round-the-clock medical care, therapy services, wound care, and personalized plans for rehabilitation, and there's also memory care for those living with Alzheimer's and dementia, all led by licensed healthcare staff. The home can offer respite care for families needing short-term support, and family members get updates when anything changes in a resident's health or mood. Life at Grace Garden moves at a gentle pace, where caregivers and residents build real relationships, encouraging everyone to make friends and join activities, yet there's still plenty of privacy or quiet for those who want it, and since there's no housework or cooking stress left, residents can focus on enjoying their days and feeling at home in a safe and supportive place.

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    State of California Inspection Reports

    4

    Inspections

    0

    Type A Citations

    6

    Type B Citations

    6

    Years of reports

    11 Dec 2024
    Found multiple compliance concerns, including a room being used as a bedroom without notifying the Department and a missing care plan for a resident. Also identified incomplete staff health screenings and training records, an expired first aid certification, and inconsistencies in fire drill documentation.
    21 Dec 2022
    Found no deficiencies; infection-control measures were in place, including a central entry with sign-in and temperature checks, ample PPE, locked medications, secured toxins, and regular cleaning with hygiene and COVID-19 signage. Noted the kitchen area moved to the garage, no-visitor sign removed during the visit, and visitation guidelines discussed.
    21 Dec 2022
    Inspection focused on infection control. Facility found to be clean and compliant with safety measures. No deficiencies cited.
    • § 87411(c)(1)
    • § 87305(a)
    • § 87307(a)(2)
    • § 87412(a)(11)
    • § 87705(c)(5)
    • § 87463(a)
    07 Nov 2019
    Confirmed that the facility met all regulations and requirements during the inspection.

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