Villa Fontana Retirement Community

5555 Prospect Road, San Jose, CA 95129

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

Accepting Residents

About Villa Fontana Retirement Community

Accepting

Villa Fontana Retirement Community in San Jose offers assisted living, memory care, and independent living...

License #

435294328

Status

Licensed

Licensed Capacity

104 beds

Licensed Since

Nov 2009

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.

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.

Inspections

Total inspections4

Most recentJan 2026

Type A citations (most severe class)0

Type B citations (administrative)5

Complaints

Investigations completed9

Allegations substantiated1

Type A citations (most severe class)0

Type B citations (administrative)5

Date	Type	Report
Mar 24, 2026	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Jan 6, 2026	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Nov 14, 2025	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Sep 26, 2025	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Jun 17, 2025	Facility Evaluation	PDF
May 30, 2025	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Nov 20, 2024	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Oct 18, 2024	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Oct 18, 2024	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Oct 18, 2023	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Apr 7, 2023	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Jan 31, 2023	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Nov 18, 2022	Facility Evaluation	PDF
Oct 29, 2021	Complaint Investigation	PDF
Oct 29, 2021	Facility Evaluation	PDF

View full record on CDSS website

Pricing

Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed.

Studios$4,390/mo

1-Bedroom$7,490/mo

Studios$6,490/mo

Shared Rooms$6,900/mo

1-Bedroom$7,490/mo

Shared Rooms$7,490/mo

Private Rooms$10,000/mo

Activities & Events

Reviews

Online Reputation

4.3Average Rating

Averaged from 26 reviews published on other websites

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.

What reviewers praise

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.

Worth asking about

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.

The rating above is averaged from reviews published on other websites. Reviews below are written by families on Senior Places.

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Care 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

Hospice agency partnership

Dementia care

Dementia-certified staff

What This Community Offers

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

Walking paths

Garden / Courtyard

Outdoor common space

All-day / Flexible meal times

Accommodates special diets

Restaurant-style dining

Professional chef

Scheduled transportation

Family support services

Move-in coordination

Concierge services

Meet the Team

Languages Spoken

English

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Villa Fontana Retirement Community

About Villa Fontana Retirement Community

State Licensing & Compliance

Pricing

Activities & Events

Reviews

Online Reputation

Care Services

Daily Care Services

Specialized Care

Memory Care

What This Community Offers

Amenities

Outdoor Spaces

Dining Options

Transportation

Family & Visitors

Community Services

Meet the Team

Languages Spoken

Explore the Area