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Meridian Villa

Small home·Licensed for 6·San Jose, California

Licensed since 2023Licence #435202885
  • Care approvals on fileWheelchair · Dementia · Hospice · BedriddenState licensing record · September 27, 2026
  • Estimated starting rate$4,950 a monthCovelight estimate · likely $4,050–$6,050
  • Home sizeLicensed for 6Small care home · a licensed care home (RCFE)
  • Room at the last state visit5 of 6 beds occupiedJanuary 16, 2026 · not a current opening
  • Ways to payAsk the homeMedi-Cal ALW participation not on file
  • Last state visitMarch 27, 2026CDSS inspection record
  • Licence holderCherry Villa, Inc.Since 2023 · 2 licensed homes

Meridian Villa is a small care home in San Jose — a licensed residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE), the licence category behind “assisted living” and “board and care.” It is licensed for 6 residents since 2023.

Built from CDSS public records · September 27, 2026. Every fact below names its source and date.

Quick answers and the state record

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Meridian Villa

Is Meridian Villa licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

How many residents is Meridian Villa licensed for?

6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Has Meridian Villa been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Meridian Villa still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of September 28, 2026.

What does Meridian Villa cost?

$4,950 a month to start is a Covelight estimate, likely $4,050–$6,050. 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 24 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 51 other homes of a similar licensed size in San Jose that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $3,525 to $4,875 a month, and the middle figure is $4,200 (n = 51 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 Meridian Villa take Medi-Cal?

On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated September 23, 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 Cherry Villa, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. See the homes licensed to Cherry Villa, Inc. — at least 2 on the state roster.

Is there a hospital nearby?

Children's Healthcare Organization of Northern California - Pediatric Hospital is 2.4 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.

Can Meridian Villa keep a resident on hospice?

Hospice care is approved on this license, covering up to 2 residents, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.

Meridian Villa license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “MERIDIAN VILLA”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #435202885. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed for 6 residents — a small home, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • Licensed to Cherry Villa, Inc., per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • First licensed in 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
  • 1 complaint and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 2023, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
  • The most recent state visit on file is March 27, 2026, per CDSS records as of September 27, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

Can they support the care needed?

California licenses a home for specific kinds of care. The state’s record lists what this home is approved for; the home’s own answers fill in what changes as needs change.

  • Wheelchair / non-ambulatoryApproved · covers up to 6 residents
  • Dementia / memory careApproved by the state
  • Hospice careApproved · covers up to 2 residents
  • BedriddenApproved · covers up to 1 resident

State licensing record · September 27, 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. 6 NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 1 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. BEDROOM #3 APPROVED FOR BEDRIDDEN RESIDENT. HOSPICE WAIVER FOR 2.

983 - RCFE / DEMENTIA

CDSS record, verbatim · September 27, 2026

As needs change

  • Staying through hospice

    Hospice waiver on file · covers up to 2 — care may continue at the end of life

    Ask: “If hospice is needed, can care continue here until the end?”

    State licensing record · September 27, 2026

  • If memory loss develops

    Dementia-care designation on file

    Ask: “Can we read the dementia care disclosure and discuss how daily support works?”

    State licensing record · September 27, 2026

3 more questions to ask the home
  • Two-person transfers or a lift

    Not on file

    Ask: “If two people or a lift are needed to transfer, can the person stay?”

  • Someone awake overnight

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?”

  • Medicines

    Not on file

    Ask: “Who manages the medicines, and what happens when a dose is missed?”

What it costs here

Covelight estimate

$4,950a month to start

Likely $4,050–$6,050

From 24 nearby homes that publish rates · this home’s rate is not on file

Likely monthly total

$4,950a month

Likely $4,050–$6,250

With a shared room and basic help.

An estimate for planning, not a quote. The price is made in the phone call.

See the full cost breakdownRoom, care and fees · how people pay · how this estimate works
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room
  • Starting monthly rate$4,950likely $4,050–$6,050

    Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 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.

  • Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600

    Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (45 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).

  • One-time move-in fee$2,000one time · likely $0–$4,000

    Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,000 (134 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.

Likely monthly totalLikely $4,050–$6,250
$4,950
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,750–$9,350
$6,950
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
  • 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 September 23, 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.
  • MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
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 community 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.

  • What is the full monthly cost for the room and care we need, and what does it include?
  • What would the next care level cost, and who decides when it changes?
  • What is billed separately, and is there a one-time fee or deposit at move-in?
  • Is any private-pay period required before another payment program can begin?
How this estimate worksWithin 25% for 7 in 10 homes in testing

Covelight’s estimate starts from the rates 24 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.

24 homes like this within 3 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,100–$5,000.

  • 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.
Show the 24 nearby homes behind this estimate

Where it is

  • 2755 Meridian Ave, San Jose, CA 95124Address from the public record · September 27, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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The state record

California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. Here are the dated documents and the state’s own words, beside what is typical for homes this size.

Since 2023, the state has filed 6 documents for this home, and its records count 6 visits since 2023. The most recent is a facility evaluation report, dated March 27, 2026.

On file since
2023
State visits
6
Most recent visit
March 27, 2026
Occupied · January 16, 2026 visit
5 of 6 bedsa count on that day, not an opening

We hold 1 complaint report the state published for this home, dated January 16, 2026. 1 of the 1 carries the state's recorded outcome word: “Unfounded” (1). 1 includes the transcribed allegation the state investigated, word for word. Summary composed by computer from the 1 complaint report below — every count derives from them, and the documents themselves are the state's records, verbatim. We never grade, score, or color a record.

Beside homes the same size

  • Type A citations0typical 0
  • Type B citations0typical 0
  • Substantiated allegations0typical 0
  • Total complaints1typical 0

“Typical” is the statewide median across the 6,808 licensed small board-and-care homes (6 or fewer beds) in the state record — larger, longer-licensed homes accumulate more visits and reports, so compare like with like. One complaint can contain several allegations. Counts cover this licence since 2023.

Year by year
YearVisitsDocumentsSubstantiated2026220202511020241102023220

The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents

20262 state visits · 2 documents
Mar 27, 2026Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 03/27/26, LPA Grace Donato made an unannounced annual visit to the facility. LPA met with Administrator Rosana Mendoza. LPA explained the purpose of the visit. LPA toured the facility inside and outside including all of resident rooms, garage and kitchen area. Facility is a single story house with three resident bedrooms, all of which are shared. While touring the facility it was observed that the room temperature was at 72 deg F. Hot water temperature is at 108 degF. The facility is observed to be clean, odorless, and well maintained. All passageways are unobstructed. Residents bedrooms were observed to be well organized and fully furnished with adequate lighting. Sharps and toxic materials were observed to be locked. Food supply was observed with an adequate two day perishable and seven day non-perishable food supply. Carbon monoxide/smoke detectors, and fire extinguisher were present throughout the facility. Facility has an updated log for emergency drill which is done every quarter. Three resident records and three staff records were reviewed. Staff have criminal record and fingerprint clearances on file. Staff have current First Aid/CPR certifications on file and updated trainings. Resident records were reviewed and were observed to be complete. All medication logs are complete and updated. LPA received a copy of the Liability Insurance and Administrator will email the the LIC610E and LIC500. No deficiencies are cited at this time. Report is reviewed and a copy is providedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 27, 2026
Jan 16, 2026Complaint investigation reportUnfounded

Allegation investigated: Facility did not adequately provide food to residents while in care. Facility staff are consuming alcohol beverage while on duty.

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) David Marrufo conducted an unannounced complaint investigation visit and met with Modesta Aquino. On 08/18/2025, the department received a complaint with the above allegations. On 08/26/2025, LPA Marrufo conducted an initial complaint investigation visit. Allegation - Facility did not adequately provide food to residents while in care. On 08/26/2025, LPA Marrufo toured the facility kitchen refrigerator, pantries, and garage refrigerator. LPA Marrufo observed the refrigerators and pantries stocked with food, including frozen meats and pizzas, bags of bread, containers of grains and cereals, canned fruits, sauces, and soups, and bowls of fresh fruits. See LIC9099-C pages for more information. Page 1 of 3. Unfounded LPA Marrufo observed there to be a daily menu posted in the kitchen. LPA Marrufo observed lunch service. Residents were served a chicken salad with diced melon and a yogurt cup. During visit on 08/26/2025, LPA Marrufo interviewed residents R1-R5. LPA Marrufo attempted to interview R6, but R6 was sleeping during visit. R1-R5 stated that staff give them enough food to eat for each meal. R1 could not remember how many meals staff provide for residents per day. R2-R5 stated that the facility staff provide three meals per day. R1 and R3-R5 stated staff make snacks available to residents. R2 stated staff hardly make snacks available to him/her, but staff bring him/her coffee each morning. During visit on 08/26/2025, LPA Marrufo interviewed staff S1-S3. S1-S3 stated that staff give residents enough food per meal. S1-S3 stated staff serve residents three meals per day and provide them with snacks. During visit on 08/26/2025, Administrator (ADM) Rosana Mendoza stated that staff serve residents meals and snacks three times a day. On 8/28/2025, LPA Marrufo obtained copies of facility food purchasing receipts. A receipt dated 08/04/2025 totals $140.27. A receipt dated 08/06/2025 totals $225.70. A receipt dated 08/15/2025 totals $54.44. Allegation - Facility staff are consuming alcohol beverage while on duty. During visit on 08/26/2025, LPA toured the facility, including the kitchen area and garage area. LPA did not find any alcoholic beverages or bottles at the facility. During interview on 08/26/2025, R1-R5 stated to have never seen staff drink alcohol at the facility. R1-R5 stated to have never seen staff to be drunk at the facility. Page 2 of 3. During interview on 08/26/2025, S1-S3 stated to have never observed a staff drink alcohol at the facility or be drunk at the facility. During interview on 08/26/2025, ADM stated to have never observed a staff drink alcohol or being drunk at the facility. ADM stated staff are told when they are first hired that they are not allowed to drink alcohol at the facility or store alcohol in their staff bedrooms. This agency has investigated the complaint allegations listed. Based on interviews and review of records, the CCLD has found that the complaint allegations are unfounded, meaning that the allegations were false, could not have happened and/or are without a reasonable basis. This report was reviewed with Modesta Aquino and a copy of this report was provided. Page 3 of 3. END REPORTthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 16, 2026 · control 26-AS-20250818112059
20251 state visit · 1 document
Mar 12, 2025Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On March 12, 2025, at 10:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kenneth Madrigal and Steve Chang conducted an unannounced annual inspection visit, and met with Rosana Mendoza, Administrator (ADM). Upon arrival, Staff 1 (S1) identified themselves and LPAs were granted access to the facility as LPAs explained the purpose of the visit. During the entrance of the inspection, LPAs observed 6 residents and 2 staff. LPA toured the facility inside out with ADM which included the living room, kitchen, dining room, restrooms, residents’ bedrooms, and staff areas. Upon entrance, the facility has personal rights, ADM certificate, resident council, hospice waiver, designation of facility responsibility, the facility licensee, and the emergency disaster plan. The front yard and backyard were inspected. Two-day perishable food supplies and seven-day nonperishable food supplies were observed. LPA observed the cleaning product and knifes storage area is locked and inaccessible to residents in care. The facility room temperature was at 72 degrees F, the fridge was measured at 32 degrees F, the freezer was measured at 0 degrees F and hot water temperature was measured at 105 degrees F in both resident bathrooms. A new fire extinguisher was purchased on March 9, 2025. The facility was equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and were tested by ADM. LPA observed facility first aid kit. LPAs reviewed 3 staff record files and 3 resident file records. Deficiency noted today based on LPA observations, interviews conducted and record reviews in accordance with the California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 22, Division 6. See LIC 809-D. An exit interview was conducted with ADM. This Evaluation Report was reviewed with Rosana Mendoza, Administrator. A copy of the signed report and Appeal Rights was provided to ADM.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 12, 2025
20241 state visit · 1 document
Mar 18, 2024Facility evaluation reportReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Steve Chang conducted an annual inspection visit, and met with administrator (ADM) Rosana Mendoza. 4 staff and 5 residents were observed in the facility. 3 resident files and 3 staff files were reviewed. 4 staff were associated with the facility. License, Administrator Certificate, and personal rights posters were observed in the facility. LPA toured the facility inside and out with ADM. LPA inspected family room, kitchen, dinning area, two restrooms, 4 bedrooms, and laundry room. Three resident shared bedrooms, one staff live-in room were observed. Medication closet was observed locked. Knives closet, and cleaning product cabinet were observed locked. Dish washing liquid was observed by the kitchen sink and unlocked. ADM put the dishing washing liquid in the cabinet under the sink and locked immediately. First Aid Kit and flash lights were observed in the facility. Non-skid mats and Bars were observed in restrooms. Room temperature was observed at 73 degree F, and hot water temperature was observed at 110 degree F. The temperature of the refrigerator was at 40 degree F and the temperature of the freezer was at 0 degree F. Two day perishable food supplies and seven days nonperishable food supplies were observed sufficient. The facility is equipped with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The facility equipped with fire alarm system. ADM tested the fire alarm and carbon monoxide detectors, and they were working fine. No night light was observed in the hallway. LPA inspected the backyard, there was no obstruction to block the walkway. A storage room was observed in the backyard. ADM tested the resident call button signal system and it works fine. Deficiencies noted today. See LIC809-D. Exit interview was conducted with ADM. This report was provided to ADM.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 18, 2024
What the state’s words mean
Substantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

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 and the questions below stand in their place.

Who holds the licence

Cherry Villa, Inc., licensed since 2023, operates 2 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.

Life here

Rooms, meals, the rhythm of a day, faith and language, pets and house rules — as the home describes them. Tap any detail for its source and date; nothing here is graded.

The home has not described daily life anywhere we have reviewed yet — that is the case for most small homes, and it says nothing about the home. These questions fill in the picture; keep the ones that matter to you.

Before you call

Ask every home the same questions — the state’s record does not answer these. Keep the ones that matter and they travel with your saved homes.

  1. What is included in the monthly rate, and what costs extra?
  2. Who is awake overnight, and how do residents ask for help?
  3. Which rooms does the non-ambulatory approval cover, and what transfer support is provided?
  4. What could change whether someone can stay here?
  5. Can we see a bedroom and share a meal during a visit?

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