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    $4,000/month

    JF Health Care Services

    1614 Ralene Place, San Jose, CA, 95131
    3.7 · 3 reviews
      AnonymousCurrent/former resident
      4.0

      Clean friendly staff, small room

      I had an overall positive visit. The facility is clean and comfortable, staff are friendly, informative and not pushy - they answered my questions and offer good routines, activities and exercise - but my shared room was small, there's no air conditioning or hallway handrails, traffic noise is noticeable, and the location isn't right for me since I miss my backyard; the gated pool is a nice plus.

      Pricing

      $4,000+/moStudioAssisted 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

      3.67 · 3 reviews

      Overall rating

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

        4.0
      • Staff

        4.3
      • Meals

        3.7
      • Amenities

        3.0
      • Value

        3.7

      Pros

      • Comfortable environment
      • Clean facilities
      • Friendly, pleasant staff
      • Staff informative and responsive
      • Staff doing a good job / good quality of care
      • Good routine and structure
      • Increased stimulation and exercise activities
      • Gated swimming pool (secure outdoor amenity)
      • Nice backyard
      • Overall positive experience

      Cons

      • No air conditioning
      • Small shared room
      • No handrails in hallway (safety concern)
      • Traffic noise
      • Location not suitable for some residents

      Summary review

      Overall sentiment across the reviews for JF Health Care Services is positive, with multiple reviewers highlighting the staff, cleanliness, and the facility's comfortable atmosphere. Several reviewers explicitly described the environment as comfortable and clean, and one characterized the overall experience as positive. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly, pleasant, not pushy, informative, and responsive — they answered questions and provided a lot of information. Concrete statements that staff are "doing a good job" and that they are "not pushy" indicate a supportive, resident-focused interpersonal approach that makes prospective residents and families feel respected and well-informed.

      Care quality and daily routine emerge as strengths. Reviewers note a good routine, increased stimulation, and opportunities for exercise, suggesting that the facility provides structured programming and activities that engage residents. The mention of "increased stimulation" and "exercise" implies an active schedule or therapeutic/fitness components that contribute positively to residents' well-being. These activity- and routine-related comments, combined with reports that staff are handling responsibilities well, point to consistent day-to-day care and programming that reviewers valued.

      Facility features show a mix of positives and notable drawbacks. On the positive side, outdoor amenities such as a gated swimming pool and a nice backyard were specifically called out — the gated pool implies attention to safety around the water feature. Cleanliness and comfort inside the facility were also emphasized. However, several tangible facility concerns were raised: the lack of air conditioning was mentioned explicitly, and a resident being placed in a small shared room was noted as a negative. Safety and accessibility issues surfaced as well: one review pointed out there are no handrails in the hallway, which is a clear concern for mobility and fall prevention. Additionally, traffic noise was mentioned as an environmental drawback that could affect residents' comfort and sleep quality.

      Management, communication, and the touring experience appear to be handled well. Reviewers reported that staff provided a lot of information, answered questions, and were pleasant and not pushy during interactions. This suggests effective front-line communication and a respectful admissions/tour process. There was, however, at least one mention that the location was "not the right location for her," indicating that fit and convenience (distance, neighborhood, or specific location preferences) may limit suitability for some prospective residents even when the facility itself receives praise.

      Notably absent from these summaries are specifics about dining quality, medical/nursing services detail, pricing, and long-term outcomes; reviewers focused mainly on staff demeanor, daily routine/activities, and physical aspects of the facility. In summary, the dominant themes are strong, personable staff and engaging daily programming within a clean, comfortable setting, balanced against practical facility shortcomings (no air conditioning, small shared rooms, lack of hallway handrails) and environmental issues like traffic noise. For many reviewers the positives outweighed the negatives, but the facility may not be the right geographic or accommodation fit for every prospective resident.

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      About JF Health Care Services

      JF Health Care Services sits in San Jose, CA, and provides a variety of senior living and care options under one roof, which means they've got independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing homes, senior apartments, and continuing care all in one place, and they don't stop there since they also offer adult day care, home care, and hospice care for those who need it. Residents can choose from private or semi-private accommodations, and each room even has a telephone so folks can keep in touch with family and friends. The place has a nice backyard with walking paths, a quiet library to relax in, and a communal dining room where everyone eats together, with meals planned and prepared by in-house chefs who aim for nutritious and tasty menus. Folks staying here get help with daily activities like bathing and dressing, medication management, personal care, and meals, and there's round-the-clock nursing and medical care for folks who need more support, including diabetic care, high-acuity care, incontinence care, non-ambulatory care, rehabilitation, and wound care. For people living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, JF Health Care Services provides a secure environment with programs and memory-enhancing activities made for their needs, and they keep residents engaged with a busy calendar of social, physical, and mental activities along with community-sponsored events. Housekeeping and linen service, transportation, and home delivered meals are all provided. Legal, financial, and long-term care insurance services are available, plus help with medical supplies and geriatric care management. Staff here are known for being helpful and friendly, working to support residents' independence and dignity while offering the care folks need, and they even offer respite care for families who just need a little break. There are only six licensed beds, so the setting feels close-knit and personal, and all care is surveyed by local authorities like the Department of Aging, making sure standards are met. JF Health Care Services also provides educational materials, including articles, videos, evaluation tools, checklists, and helpful links, to help families make informed choices.

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