San Jose, California
Villa Fontana Retirement Community
Assisted Living · Memory Care · Independent Living
5555 Prospect Road, San Jose, CA 95129
Villa Fontana Retirement Community in San Jose, California offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care, along with hospice care coordination for residents who need it.
- Licensed capacity
- 104 residents
Maximum licensed size, not current occupancy.
- Licensed since
- November 2009
License history may include previous operators.
State inspections
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State record available
Complaint investigations · 3 years before our last check
- Type A citations
- 0
- Complaints with substantiated allegations
- 1
AI summary
Villa Fontana has never received a Type A citation across more than 16 years of operation, with only administrative-level Type B findings on its record.
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- Track record — Over more than 16 years of licensure, Villa Fontana has accumulated zero Type A findings, the state's most severe citation class for issues affecting resident safety or care, with only 5 Type B administrative citations for paperwork or minor procedural gaps.
- Complaints — The community has faced 9 complaint investigations over its licensed history, but just 1 allegation was substantiated, meaning the large majority were found unsubstantiated or unfounded.
- Operating tenure — A clean Type A record spanning more than 16 years of consistent operation, including 8 inspections and 7 complaint-driven visits, gives strong confidence in the community's baseline safety and care practices.
- Recent 3 years — The past three years show the same pattern as the lifetime record: no Type A citations, only 2 Type B findings, and 1 substantiated allegation, indicating a stable rather than shifting trajectory.
Source: California Department of Social Services (CDSS)
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- License number
- License #435294328
- License status
- Licensed
Full history on file
These totals cover the available license history, including older findings. Citation totals include inspections, complaint visits, and other visits.
- Inspection visits
- 4
- Complaint investigation visits
- 9
- Type A citations · most severe class
- 0
- Type B citations · administrative
- 5
- Substantiated allegations
- 1
Available reports · 15
Complaint investigation
Mar 24, 2026
Facility evaluation
Jan 6, 2026
Facility evaluation
Nov 14, 2025
Complaint investigation
Sep 26, 2025
Facility evaluation
Jun 17, 2025
1–5 of 15 reports
Monthly pricing
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.
Assisted LivingStarting at$4,390 / mo
- Studios
- $4,390 / mo
- 1-Bedroom
- $7,490 / mo
Independent LivingStarting at$6,490 / mo
- Studios
- $6,490 / mo
- Shared Rooms
- $6,900 / mo
- 1-Bedroom
- $7,490 / mo
Memory CareStarting at$7,490 / mo
- Shared Rooms
- $7,490 / mo
- Private Rooms
- $10,000 / mo
Care & support
Daily Care Services
8 services
- Medication management
- 24-hour supervision
- Activities of daily living (ADL) assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Diabetes / insulin management
- Non-ambulatory care
- Bathing & dressing assistance
- Wheelchair accessible
Specialized Care
2 services
- Hospice agency partnership
- Dementia care
Memory Care
1 service
- Dementia-certified staff
Daily life & programs
Spaces & services
Amenities
17 features
- Furnished units
- Emergency call system
- Private bathroom
- Cable TV
- Kitchenette
- Air conditioning
- Wi-Fi / Internet
- Fitness center / Gym
- Spa services
- Game room / Billiards
- Movie theater / Media room
- Activity room
- Art studio / Craft room
- Library / Reading room
- Housekeeping Included
- Laundry service / Dry cleaning
- Beauty salon / Barber
Outdoor Spaces
3 features- Walking paths
- Garden / Courtyard
- Outdoor common space
Dining Options
4 features
- All-day / Flexible meal times
- Accommodates special diets
- Restaurant-style dining
- Professional chef
Transportation
1 feature- Scheduled transportation
Family & Visitors
1 feature- Family support services
Community Services
2 features- Move-in coordination
- Concierge services
Reviews
Online reputation
4.3Average RatingAveraged from 26 reviews published on other websites
AI review summary
Families consistently praise Villa Fontana's attentive, warm staff and dignified memory care, though the aging building and higher-level care costs are worth confirming on a tour.
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- Staff & care — Reviewers repeatedly describe the staff and medical team as attentive, knowledgeable, and treating residents and families like their own.
- Daily life & dignity — Families highlight thoughtful daily activities like singing, art, exercise, and birthday celebrations that keep residents socially engaged and treated with dignity.
- Communication — Multiple reviewers note prompt, caring communication from staff and leadership, including regular updates with families and doctors.
- Cleanliness & maintenance — Residents' apartments and common areas are consistently described as clean, well-kept, and equipped with safety features like personal call fobs.
- Atmosphere & grounds — Reviewers mention a warm, welcoming environment, with small touches like an ice cream parlor and courtyard walks leaving a lasting impression.
- Atmosphere & grounds — One reviewer notes the building itself is a bit dated, so families should ask about renovation plans or how this affects daily living.
- Financial transparency — The reviews don't detail how pricing shifts as care needs increase, so it's worth confirming the fee structure for higher levels of memory or medical care.
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