Small home · Licensed for 6 · San Jose
Gardens Senior Care
1946 Cottle Ave, San Jose, CA 95125Licensed since 2017
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: Wheelchair · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · October 26, 2026
- Ways to pay: Long-term care insuranceThe home’s website · May 14, 2026
- Licensed for 6: a small care homeThe state license record
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Care and support
- Wheelchairup to 6 residents
- Hospiceup to 6 residents
- Bedriddenup to 1 resident
Not on file: dementia approval.
Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 26, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. APPROVED FOR 6 NON AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. BEDRIDDEN TO RESIDE IN BDRM #1, 4, 5, AND 6 ONLY. APPROVED HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 6 RESIDENTS. .
935 - ELDERLY
CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026
Care services
These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.
Assisted living
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated October 3, 2026.
Help with bathing or showering
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated February 11, 2022.
Therapies availableTherapy services
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Diabetes care
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Help with dressing and grooming
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated February 11, 2022.
Podiatrist visits
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Activities of daily living the home lists help withPersonal care · Activities of daily living · Bathing · Dressing · Grooming
Personal care — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated October 3, 2026.
Activities of daily living — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Bathing · Dressing · Grooming — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated February 11, 2022.
Works with residents’ own health care providers
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Companion care
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated October 3, 2026.
Registered nurse on staff
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Continuing education cadenceOngoing unspecified
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated March 18, 2024.
Nurse coverageDuring the week and on call
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
As needs change
Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 6 — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 26, 2026
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Gardens Senior Care: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, help with medicines and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
Covelight estimate
$4,700a month to start
Likely $3,850–$5,800
From 20 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file
Costs & moving in
How care costs are added to the rentAll inclusive
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated March 18, 2024.
Long-term care insurance accepted
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Assessment before move-in
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$4,700likely a month
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$4,700likely $3,850–$5,800
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 20 small homes and similar homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Help with daily careIncludedper the home
The home lists its rent as all-inclusive on its own website, seen October 27, 2026. Ask which care needs would change the monthly rate.
One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $3,850–$5,800
- $4,700
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,550–$9,100
- $7,200
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
- Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
- Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
- SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
- VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
- Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
Rates at nearby homes20 nearby homes publish starting rates of $3,000 to $6,000
20 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,100–$5,000.
- Lincoln & Pine, Willow GlenSan Jose · 0.5 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa AntonioSan Jose · 1.0 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Laurel Crest ManorSan Jose · 1.1 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Ambrosia Senior CareSan Jose · 1.1 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Bonhomie III - Lena DriveSan Jose · 1.6 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- A Home at ShawSan Jose · 1.6 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Dry Creek Guest HomeSan Jose · 1.6 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Mina's Elderly Care Home 3Campbell · 1.8 mi · Small home$6,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Juliet Stephen Rest HomeSan Jose · 1.8 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Esther's Residential Care HomeCampbell · 1.8 mi · Small home$3,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Bonhomie IV - WillowmontSan Jose · 1.8 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Cherish Senior Care HomeSan Jose · 2.0 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- College ManorSan Jose · 2.1 mi · Small home$3,700Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Juliette's Gardens (Rose)San Jose · 2.2 mi · Small home$4,100Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Princess Care Home #4San Jose · 2.3 mi · Small home$4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Laurel HavenSan Jose · 2.4 mi · Mid-size home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living private room · seen September 9, 2026
- Villa VerdeSan Jose · 2.4 mi · Small home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Jessie Court Care HomeSan Jose · 2.6 mi · Small home$4,200Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Sakura Gardens VillaCampbell · 2.6 mi · Mid-size home$5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
- Shamrock Residential Care HomeCampbell · 3.0 mi · Small home$3,800Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 20 small homes and similar homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
- Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
- Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
- Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
- Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
- We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
- It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
- The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
- What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
- Move-in costs
A one-time move-in fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
- Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.
Daily life
Rooms, meals, activities and house rules, in the home’s own words. Open any detail to see where it came from.
Rooms & the spaces they will use (7)Private rooms · Building type · Room types
Private rooms
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated March 18, 2024.
Building typeSingle family home
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated March 18, 2024.
Room typesSpacious solo rooms · Comfortable floor layout · Private Rooms
Spacious solo rooms — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated October 3, 2026.
Comfortable floor layout · Private Rooms — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated March 18, 2024.
Outdoor spaceOutside patio · Private gardens · Enclosed patios · Enclose patios · Fountains
Outside patio — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated October 3, 2026.
Private gardens · Enclosed patios · Enclose patios · Fountains — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Cable or satellite TV
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Common areasCommon areas · Our elegant dining room
Common areas — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated October 3, 2026.
Our elegant dining room — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
AmenitiesOutside patio · Fountains
Outside patio — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated October 3, 2026.
Fountains — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Meals, preferences & familiar food (5)Meals provided per day · Special diets supported · Snacks available
Meals provided per day3
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Special diets supportedIndividual diagnosis needs · Diabetic program care
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Snacks available
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Meals provided
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Places to eat on siteElegant dining room · Our elegant dining room
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Activities & the rhythm of a day (4)The shape of an ordinary day, as the home describes it · Activity types offered · Activity calendar published
The shape of an ordinary day, as the home describes itA full calendar of social activities is carefully planned, monitored, and personalized, with a program emphasizing mental and physical fitness; indoor and outdoor activities are offered.
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Activity types offeredMovement encouraged by staff (on the outside patio) · Indoor activities · Outdoor activities · Social activities · Mental fitness · Physical fitness · and 2 more
Movement encouraged by staff — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated October 3, 2026.
Indoor activities · Outdoor activities · Social activities · Mental fitness · Physical fitness — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Movement — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated March 18, 2024.
Senior living services and activities — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated February 16, 2022.
Activity calendar published
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Activities tailored to the individual
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Visiting & staying involved (7)Family notified of changes in condition · Office or phone hours as published · Neighborhood or area named
Family notified of changes in condition
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Office or phone hours as publishedMonday 8am–5pm · Tuesday 8am–5pm · Wednesday 8am–5pm · Thursday 8am–5pm · Friday 8am–5pm · Saturday 8am–5pm · and 1 more
Monday 8am–5pm · Tuesday 8am–5pm · Wednesday 8am–5pm · Thursday 8am–5pm · Friday 8am–5pm · Saturday 8am–5pm · Sunday 8am–5pm — reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
Neighborhood or area namedWillow Glen
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated May 14, 2026.
- Open on the website
URL of the photo gallery page
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated February 17, 2022.
- Open on the website
Tour scheduling link
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated March 18, 2024.
SettingResidential neighborhood
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated October 3, 2026.
Notes on visiting accessExtremely accessible and simple to reach for visitors
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated October 3, 2026.
About the home (2)Management company · For-profit or nonprofit
Management companyGardens Senior Care directs and manages residential care homes licensed by the State of California
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated February 16, 2022.
For-profit or nonprofitFor profit
Reported on gardensseniorcare.com · source dated March 18, 2024.
Where it is
1946 Cottle Ave, San Jose, CA 95125Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
Opening the neighborhood map…
- Santa Clara Valley Medical CenterHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list2.5 mi
Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).
Open directionsThe state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #435202602 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 3 of 6 documents
20261 state visit · 1 document
Jun 12, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manuel Monter conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit, and met with Administrator Rosario Arellano. During the visit, LPA observed 6 residents and 2 staff. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility inside out with ADM which included; the Living room, kitchen, dinning room, two restrooms and 6 residents bedrooms. The staff area of the facility was also inspected. Front yard and backyard were inspected. There was no obstruction to block the walkways. Two-day perishable food supplies and seven day nonperishable food supplies were observed. LPA observed the medication storage area, knives storage area, and cleaning product storage area as locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Room temperature was at 74 degrees F, and hot water temperature was measured at 108 degrees F in both resident bathrooms. Fire extinguisher was serviced in June 4, 2026. The facility was equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Smoke detectors was tested by ADM, and were functional. LPA observed facility first aid kit and facility fire/earthquake drill log. The facility's last drill was on May 16, 2026. Facility Emergency Disaster Plan was last reviewed on June 12, 2026. LPA reviewed facility records for 3 staff and 3 residents. LPA reviewed 3 resident medications and centrally stored medication records. No deficiencies cited during today's visit. This report was reviewed with Administrator Rosario Arellano and a copy of the signed report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 12, 2026
20251 state visit · 1 document
Jun 25, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manuel Monter conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit, and met with Staff S1 Damiana Andres. During the visit, LPA observed 6 residents and 2 staff. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. (S1 stated the facility ADM was unavailable ) LPA toured the facility inside out with S1 which included; the Living room, kitchen, dinning room, two restrooms and 6 residents bedrooms. The staff area of the facility was also inspected. Front yard and backyard were inspected. There was no obstruction to block the walkways. Two-day perishable food supplies and seven day nonperishable food supplies were observed. LPA observed the medication storage area, knives storage area, and cleaning product storage area as locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Room temperature was at 75 degrees F, and hot water temperature was measured at 115 degrees F in both resident bathrooms. Fire extinguisher was serviced in June 17 2025. The facility was equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Smoke detectors was tested by S1, and were functional. LPA observed facility first aid kit and facility fire/earthquake drill log. The facility's last drill was on May 14, 2025. LPA reviewed facility records for 3 staff and 3 residents. LPA reviewed 3 resident medications and centrally stored medication records. LPA conducted interviews with 1 staff and 1 residents. No deficiencies cited during today's visit. This report was reviewed with staff S1, Damiana Andres and a copy of the signed report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 25, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Jul 5, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manuel Monter conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit, and met with staff S1, Damiana Andres. During the visit, LPA observed 6 residents and 2 staff. ADM stated she was unavailable to due prior appointment. ADM stated staff S1 could sign on her behalf. LPA toured the facility inside out with S1 which included; the Living room, kitchen, dinning room, two restrooms and 6 residents bedrooms. The staff area of the facility was also inspected. Front yard and backyard were inspected. There was no obstruction to block the walkways. Two-day perishable food supplies and seven day nonperishable food supplies were observed. LPA observed the medication storage area, knives storage area, and cleaning product storage area as locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Room temperature was at 80 degrees F, and hot water temperature was measured at 116 degrees F in both resident bathrooms. Fire extinguisher was serviced in January 20, 2024. The facility was equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Smoke detectors was tested by S1, and were functional. LPA observed facility first aid kit and facility fire/earthquake drill log. The facility's last drill was on April 1, 2024. LPA reviewed facility records for 3 staff and 3 residents. LPA reviewed 3 resident medications and centrally stored medication records. LPA conducted interviews with 2 staff and 2 residents. No deficiencies cited during today's visit. This report was reviewed with staff S1, Damiana Andres and a copy of the signed report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 5, 2024
Earlier years2021 to 2023 · 3 documents
20231 state visit · 1 document
Aug 25, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Manuel Monter conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit, and met with Facility Manager (FM) Antonina Ojano. . LPA toured the facility inside out with FM which included; the Living room, kitchen, dinning room, two restrooms and 6 residents bedrooms. The staff area of the facility was also inspected. Front yard and backyard were inspected. There was no obstruction to block the walkways. Two day perishable food supplies and seven day nonperishable food supplies were observed. LPA observed the medication closet, knives storage area, and cleaning product storage area as locked and inaccessible to residents in care. Room temperature was at 76 degree F, and hot water temperature was measured at 107 degrees F in both resident bathrooms. Fire extinguisher was serviced in August 2023. The facility was equipped with fire alarm system, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Smoke detectors was tested by FM, and were functional. LPA observed facility first aid kit and facility fire/earthquake drill log. The facility's last drill was on August 15 2023. LPA reviewed facility records for 3 staff and 3 residents. LPA reviewed 3 resident medications and centrally stored medication records. LPA conducted interviews with 3 staff (S1 to S3) and 3 residents (R1-R3). No deficiencies cited during today's visit. This report was reviewed with Facility Manager Antonina Ojano and a copy of the signed report was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 25, 2023
20221 state visit · 1 document
Aug 18, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Steve Chang conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit, and met with Administrator (ADM) Rosario Arellano. Upon arrival, staff Antonina Ojano (AO) took LPA body temperature, and checked LPA in the visitor log book. LPA toured the facility inside out with ADM. COVID posters were observed at main entrance and the facility. Screening station with masks, hand sanitizer, thermometer and visitor log book was observed at the main entrance. Living room, kitchen, dinning room and two restrooms were inspected. All trash cans were observed with covers. Paper towel were observed with holders. Six single resident bedrooms, and laundry room were inspected. One staff live-in rooms was observed in facility. Two day perishable food supplies and seven day nonperishable food supplies were observed sufficient. PPE supplies were observed sufficient. Medication closet, knives closet, and cleaning product closet were observed locked. Room temperature was at 71 degree F, and hot water temperature was at 106 degree F in facility. Three staff were observed at facility. 5 residents were observed at facility. Two of the residents are in hospice care, two of them can walk with walker, and one of them is ambulatory. Fire extinguisher was serviced in April 2022. The facility was equipped with fire alarm system, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Smoke detectors was tested by ADM, and were working fine. Front yard and backyard were inspected. There was no obstruction to block the walkways. ADM stated all the residents and staff are fully vaccinated and done with booster. No citation were noted today. Exit interview was conducted with ADM. This report was provided to ADM for signature.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 18, 2022
20211 state visit · 1 document
Aug 31, 2021Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
Licensing Program Analyst, Steve Nguyen, conducted an unannounced annual inspection with Administrator Rosario Arellano. LPA toured facility inside and out. LPA observed: Covid signs are present and in conspicuous vantage points, all staff wearing face masks, all exits are obstruction free, emergency contact for residents were up to date, facility screening protocols were in effect, hand sanitizing station were available throughout facility, medicine cabinet were observed to be locked, paper towers are in use, all rooms in facility are single occupancy, PPE storage inventory check and audited monthly, and physical distancing was observed to be in practice. No citation was issued at this time. LPA went over report findings with Administrator for review and a copy was provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 31, 2021
License holder
Arellano and Cortez LLC, licensed since 2017.
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 2017, as the state’s facility page counts them
- State visits on file
- 5
- Total complaints
- 0
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
- Type A citations
- 0
- Type B citations
- 0
These are the state’s own totals for this license since 2017, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.
Compare with homes the same size
| This home | Typical | |
|---|---|---|
| Type A citations | 0 | 0 |
| Type B citations | 0 | 0 |
| Substantiated allegations | 0 | 0 |
| Total complaints | 0 | 0 |
“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 6,916 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents stand in their place.
Frequently asked questions
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about Gardens Senior Care
Is Gardens Senior Care licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is Gardens Senior Care licensed for?
6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has Gardens Senior Care been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 5 state visits over the same years.
Is Gardens Senior Care still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.
What does Gardens Senior Care cost?
$4,700 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $3,850–$5,800. This home’s own rate is not on file. Ask: “What is the all-in monthly rate, and what would push it higher?”
Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 20 small homes and similar homes within 3 miles publish, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices. In testing, the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 homes. This home’s own rate is not on file.
Among 50 other homes of a similar licensed size in San Jose that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,600 to $5,000 a month, and the middle figure is $4,200 (n = 50 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.
A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.
The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.
A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.
Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
Does Gardens Senior Care take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Arellano and Cortez LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Is there a hospital nearby?
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center is 2.5 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can Gardens Senior Care keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 6 residents, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Gardens Senior Care license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “GARDENS SENIOR CARE”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #435202602. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed to Arellano and Cortez LLC, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 5 state inspection visits since 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 5 state visits in that period.
- 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2017, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- The most recent state visit on file is June 12, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
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Starting rate
$4,495 a month to start
Listed by the home on its own website · October 27, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
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Starting rate
$4,250 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
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Starting rate
$4,200 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
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Starting rate
$5,000 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
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Estimated starting rate
$4,950 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,050–$6,100On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
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Estimated starting rate
$4,850 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $3,950–$5,950On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
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