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Sonnet Hill Senior Living

429 Meridian Ave, San Jose, CA

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

4.214 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Sonnet Hill Senior Living

Our ideas and practices are anchored in The Poetry of Aging , our platform for living at Sonnet Hill Senior Living. Like a poem, each person has their own pace, style and personality. We truly believe that there is no right or wrong way to be yourself. As lifespans get longer and research gets deeper, we are able to better understand the elements of aging. And while we all have some common needs – like safety, health and comfort – we have many more dynamic needs that shift from year to year, month to month, day to day. We design our spaces, craft our programs and train our people all to meet different needs at different times. We have a commitment to meeting our resident’s not where they “used to be” or “should be,” but right where they are at. You are your own poem. Brief or verbose, metered or whimsical, simple or complex—no matter what your style—you are perfect in your own way.

Family and resident feedback

4.2 out of 5 from 14 reviews

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★★★★

Positive

The director was very knowledgeable and direct with any questions I had relating to the facility at Sonnet Hill. Informative and concise relating to the general overall tour of this facility.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Rod KJuly 28, 2026

★★★★

Positive

Happy with our choice

Prior to staying, the service was great. Sales staff were really welcoming and I felt comfortable in choosing this facility. There was no follow up calls after my dad came home, which made me feel this was purely a business transaction (our stay was only 1 month). Staff always were friendly and helpful. A couple of things happened that made me feel like the communication between admin and staff needed improvement. We opted for a shared room for a better price. Room was comfortable and clean. Enough room for a bed

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Care Services
4.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
4.0 / 5
Response from the community

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughtful feedback. We’re so glad to hear that your father had a positive experience overall and that you found our team to be welcoming, friendly, and helpful. It’s also wonderful to know you appreciated the cleanliness of the community, the comfortable accommodations, and the security measures we have in place. We’re especially sorry to hear that your experience after your father’s stay left you feeling as though it was simply a business transaction. That is never the impression we want to leave. We genuinely care about every resident and family we have the privilege of serving, and we strive to build lasting relationships before, during, and after their time with us. We also sincerely appreciate your comments regarding communication, laundry service, medication management, discharge preparation, and follow-up after your father’s stay. Feedback like yours helps us identify opportunities to improve, and we will share your observations with our leadership team as we continue working to provide the best possible experience for residents and their families. Our goal is always to provide a 5-star experience, and we truly value your perspective. Thank you again for choosing Sonnet Hill, and we wish you and your family all the best. Warm regards, The team at Sonnet Hill Senior Living

July 28, 2026
AnonymousJuly 23, 2026

★★★★★

Critical

If you get in their way while trying to take care of your family member, they retaliate

My significant other spent 11 months there. I was there every day for 6-8 hours. I would come in the Am and leave sometimes at 5 or 6. I was there for a long time and I disagree with the stars they are given. There was often not enough food and my "husband" of 48 years was always hungry. I helped Out a lot. When I would come I would make his bed and even if they had made it, they never put a top sheet on the bed. I didn't like him to sleep under the scratchy blankets. They never got it. Then I would help change hi

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
2.0 / 5
Value for Cost
2.0 / 5
Care Services
2.0 / 5
Activities
2.0 / 5
Staff
1.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
2.0 / 5
Response from the community

Dear Claudia, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re truly sorry to hear about the challenges you and your husband faced during his time at Sonnet Hill. Your feedback is important, and we take concerns like yours very seriously. What you’ve described does not reflect the level of care and responsiveness we strive to provide for our residents and their families. We understand how difficult this experience must have been, and we sincerely regret any distress it caused. We would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you directly to better understand your experience and address your concerns. Please reach out to our community leadership team at your convenience so we can work toward a resolution and continue improving our care. Thank you again for your feedback. Sincerely, The team at Sonnet Hill Senior Living

April 20, 2026
Claudia KMarch 27, 2026

★★★★★

Critical

Unfortunately, this is not a place that would suit the needs of our loved one. Nice place, but not for us. Sorry

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Cleanliness
3.0 / 5
Friendliness
4.0 / 5
Value for Cost
3.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Dear Gay, Thank you for taking the time to visit Sonnet Hill and share your feedback. We understand that finding the right fit is incredibly important, and every family’s needs are unique. We’re glad to hear you found aspects of the community positive, even if it wasn’t the right match for your loved one. Our goal is always to provide a 5-star experience, so if you have any additional feedback you’d be open to sharing, we would truly appreciate you reaching out to us directly. Thank you again for considering Sonnet Hill, and we wish you all the best as you continue your search. Warm regards, The team at Sonnet Hill Senior Living

April 20, 2026
Gay LFebruary 3, 2026

★★★★

Positive

Nice boutique place, would recommend

They seemed to have a lot of activities planned. My dad didn't really participate and again I didn't really get to see anything. The price is a 5 given what's included in the price- they even included incontinence supplies for us. Being our first experience with respite care, I thought it was expensive, but they have competitive rates compared to the others I visited and theirs was the best deal in the end. I was a little unhappy about these things. I sent over eye drops with his medications. They were on his me

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

Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed review. We truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback. We’re glad to hear that overall your experience was positive and that you found value in the services, activities, and security features within our community. It’s also great to know our team made a strong impression in many areas. At the same time, we sincerely appreciate you bringing your concerns to our attention. Feedback regarding communication, medication handling, and discharge coordination is incredibly important, and it helps us continue to improve the experience for residents and families. Our goal is always to provide a 5-star experience, and if you’re open to sharing more details, we would truly appreciate the opportunity to connect with you directly. Thank you again for your feedback and for considering Sonnet Hill. Warm regards, The team at Sonnet Hill Senior Living

April 20, 2026
AnonymousFebruary 3, 2026

★★★★

Positive

Overall a nice facility

It was a very nice place but my mother was very unhappy because she wanted to be home, but the facility was just fine no problems - well one problem they couldn't find the morphine on the last day of my mother's life. Give her some relief from pain, but the hospice worker finally showed up with morphine at the facility. Just the person on staff at that time of the day just didn't know where the morphine was but other than that, the place was very well taken care of and a very nice staff, very professional.

Response from the community

Thank you for sharing your experience and kind words about our team and community. We’re truly sorry for the challenges your family faced during such a difficult time. Your feedback is very important to us, and we’re reviewing it with our team to ensure we continue to provide the highest level of care and communication for our residents and families. We’re grateful for your trust and for allowing us to be part of your mother’s care journey.

October 15, 2025
AnonymousOctober 14, 2025

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Operator
ONELIFE
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

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

Health & wellness

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

Services & convenience

  • Transportation at Cost
  • Covered Parking
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Cats Allowed
  • Pet Care Available
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Housekeeping
  • Beautician
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Spanish
  • English

Activities & engagement

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

Outdoor spaces

  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Meeting Room
  • TV Lounge
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Beauty Salon
  • Outside Patio
  • Barber Shop
  • Private Bath
  • Library
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Raised Garden Beds

Apartment & room features

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Garden View
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Air Conditioned
  • Kitchenette
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers

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Move-in fee
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