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Oakmont of San Jose

917 Thornton Way, San Jose, CA

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

3.430 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Oakmont of San Jose

Oakmont of San Jose is a beautiful retirement community set on a verdant property with beautiful views, award-winning cuisine, and a plethora of on-site amenities. Shopping, exquisite dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment are all nearby. In our retirement community, where friends and neighbors enjoy our salon, private movie theater, resident gardens, and beautiful grounds, you’ll feel right at home. Oakmont provides residents and their families with peace of mind by providing a wellness center and a full-time nurse to assist with all of their daily needs. Our experienced and caring team provides help 24 hours a day, tailoring services to each resident’s unique needs. Every meal is an experience thanks to our executive chef and our culinary team. Our culinary team has not only been hand-picked from some of the best culinary schools and fine dining restaurants, but they have also gone through the extensive training that Oakmont Senior Living is known for. Our goal at Oakmont is to make every resident feel comfortable and inspired to live their best life, day in and day out. We offer luxury amenities, compassionate care services, and a full social and activity calendar with something for everyone. Our activity program is designed to enrich the lives of our residents by actively engaging and connecting them in programs that represent the Core Elements of Think, Do, Create, Learn, Socialize, Experience, Contribute, and Connect. Catch a matinée in our very own intimate movie theatre. Participate in an invigorating fitness class. Book a rejuvenating treatment at the day spa, or enjoy a cocktail party with new friends on the garden patio. Explore endless options that allow you to embrace a healthy and active lifestyle.

Family and resident feedback

3.4 out of 5 from 30 reviews

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★★★★

Positive

It was good. Walked the facility and saw some of the staff also saw the two rooms available they we good. It’s all about how they will look after him and how often the service will be performed in the time… meaning how often they was for elderly people how often they check on him. It seems as though during the tour it seemed as though the residents seem to be happy and rearing to go for the activities

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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hi Steve, Thank you for taking the time to visit our community and for sharing your impressions. We appreciate the opportunity to introduce you to our team and learn more about your loved one's needs. We look forward to continuing the conversation and answering any additional questions you may have.

June 17, 2026
Steve MitnickJune 8, 2026

★★★★

Positive

Kind staff, clean rooms, and a safe environment

Don't believe everything you read in online reviews, even this one. Go visit every single place you are considering. Visit more than once, at different times of day and on different days. Every person is different, with different tastes, different desires, and different needs. No place is perfect, but for Dad, Oakmont was a great option. The location is close to family, so visits are easy. The staff is caring and attentive, so I don't worry about his care. The building is clean and well maintained, so he is comfor

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5.0 / 5
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Value for Cost
3.0 / 5
Care Services
4.0 / 5
Activities
3.0 / 5
Staff
4.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
2.0 / 5
Response from the community

Dear Greg, Thank you for this thoughtful and insightful review. We’re so glad Oakmont has been a great fit for your dad and that you feel confident in the care he’s receiving. Your advice to visit in person is so important—every family’s needs are unique, and we’re honored to be the right choice for yours.

June 25, 2025
GregJune 13, 2025

★★★★

Critical

Oakmont of San Jose

My mom stayed there less than a week. She was misled into believing the Oakmont staff who told her they have an independent living program. They don't. She found out very quickly as they wanted her to wear a tracking device and wanted her to check in & out every time she left the building. They were extremely rude when she informed them she was living out. What they could improve on our be most noteworthy feedback: they will mislead you during the recruiting process and tell you they have an independent living pro

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Staff
1.0 / 5
AnonymousApril 10, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

friendly and caring staff.

What we like the most about Oakmont of San Jose is the friendliness, good communication with me, lovely environment. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had.

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4.0 / 5
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4.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hi Anonymous, thank you for your kind words and this wonderful review. It was our honor to care for your loved one.

November 28, 2024
AnonymousNovember 22, 2024

★★★★★

Positive

Small community

What I like the most about the community is the dining service, the food and the staff. Yes I would recommend this community to other families, If they can afford it. Everyone knows everyone.

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1.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hi Anonymous, thank you so much for leaving us this wonderful review! Your recommendation means a lot to us.

July 4, 2024
AnonymousJuly 1, 2024

★★★★

Positive

It’s a nice facility but there are some gaps in terms of the types of services they can effectively provide.

It’s very challenging as a loved one of someone in a care facility. It would be really helpful if the different facilities would clearly articulate what they can do, what is challenging without additional training and which services they absolutely cannot provide.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
4.0 / 5
Value for Cost
3.0 / 5
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4.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
4.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hi Brad, thank you for taking the time to leave us this feedback. We are always interested in learning how we can improve the experience of our residents and their families. If you'd like to share more specifics, please email feedback@oakmontmg.com.

June 25, 2024
Brad BJune 11, 2024

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 1, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • International Cuisine
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Vegetarian
  • Anytime Dining
  • Guest Meals
  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Room Service
  • Meals Provided
  • No Sugar
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Professional Chef
  • Gluten-free
  • Vegan
  • Organic

Health & wellness

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Medication Management
  • High Acuity Care
  • Memory Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Services & convenience

  • Uncovered Parking
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Covered Parking
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Pet Care Available
  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • Chinese
  • English
  • Japanese
  • Spanish

Activities & engagement

  • Wii Bowling
  • Cooking Classes
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Gardening Club
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Tai Chi
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Live Well Programs
  • Forever Fit
  • Community Service Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Holiday Parties
  • Other Religious Services
  • Walking Club
  • Jewish Services
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Karaoke
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Art Classes
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Birthday Parties
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Qi Gong
  • Activities On-site
  • Catholic Services
  • Happy Hour
  • Dances
  • Wine Tasting

Outdoor spaces

  • Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
  • Beauty Salon
  • Outside Patio
  • Barber Shop
  • Library
  • Computer or Media Center
  • TV Lounge
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Meeting Room
  • Piano or Organ
  • Indoor Atrium
  • Central Fireplace
  • Game Room
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Fitness Center

Apartment & room features

  • Handicap Accessible
  • Air Conditioned
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Kitchenette
  • Full kitchen
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

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Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
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Move-in fee
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Exact unit availability
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