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The Watermark at Almaden

4610 Almaden Expy, San Jose, CA

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

4.742 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About The Watermark at Almaden

The Watermark At Almaden Located in South San Jose, The Watermark at Almaden puts you only minutes away from the city’s best shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and attractions. With abundant cultural attractions, activities, and green spaces, there’s truly something for everyone here. Known for its innovative and creative spirit, San Jose is the perfect place to call home. The Watermark at Almaden brings exceptional Senior Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care to the scenic South San Jose neighborhood. Live the life you want instead of worrying about household maintenance. We will manage all the details so you can focus solely on enjoying the pleasures of your new community and life in the Bay Area. Your day is yours for the making. Assisted Living Enjoy the perfect blend of support and independence with a balanced combination of luxurious residences, personalized care, and abundant opportunities to engage and grow. Savor the wealth of amenities at home or set out to explore the beautiful parks and rich history of San Jose. Plan your day how you like — no restrictive schedules or timetables. Memory Care When you need additional support, our groundbreaking Memory Care program is here for you. Peace of mind lives here with 24/7 support from our team of registered nurses and Naya caregivers while you spend your days celebrating your life story and focusing on what you want to accomplish today."

Family and resident feedback

4.7 out of 5 from 42 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

Friendly facility

Staff friendliness and learning our names early on, lots of interesting activities, fun holiday activities and decorations, great food choices

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

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that our staff made such a positive impression and that you enjoyed the activities and food. We strive to create a welcoming and engaging environment for everyone. Your feedback means a lot to us!

July 28, 2026
AnonymousJuly 13, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Amazing team in memory care.

The memory care team, lead by [Name Removed], at the Almaden Watermark are amazing. [Nsme removed] and her staff were compassionate and engaged with my mom and all of the residents, as well as with family members. They worked with me every step of the way to help me with my mom and her needs. I’m forever grateful to[Name removed] and her team.

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Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Karen SJune 10, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

Excellent place for dad

The Watermark at Almaden has been a great facility for my dad. He’s been there about a year and a half and really likes it. The staff is always very friendly and helpful. The food is consistently good, as I have joined him for lunches and dinners many times. His biggest complaint is the sometimes long wait times for an aide to return to the dining room to escort him back to his room once he has finished his meal. This short staffing issue may not be unique to WM, however.

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5.0 / 5
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4.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
David KApril 30, 2026

★★★★

Positive

The Watermark at Almaden

What we like the most about the community is the location, activities and food. We would recommend The Watermark at Almaden.

Response from the community

Thank you for your positive feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoy the location, activities, and food. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to continuing to provide a great experience for you and the community!

March 6, 2026
AnonymousMarch 3, 2026

★★★★

Positive

The staff during the tours and leading up to admission was helping and knowledgeable and the on boarding was rather smooth. Unfortunately, the move in process definitely needs to be looked at closely. We were surprised that the facility did not supply a durable and suitable moving equipment such as a large cart to assist with moving in the large furniture. All they had was a broken luggage cart. After getting into the facility, it took a lot more time (definitely more that I expected) to get acclimated to the faci

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

Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We're glad to hear that our staff has been helpful and that you feel the facility is the right choice for your loved one. We appreciate your insights regarding the move-in process and communication, and we'll take them into consideration as we strive to improve. Please reach out with any other feedback - we appreciate your perspective!

March 11, 2026
AnonymousJanuary 14, 2026

★★★★★

Positive

A Great Place to Live

It is a very nice facility with friendly residents and staff and good food. Absolutely stuffed with activities to do. They allow cats and small dogs which was a big factor in our choice for respite care.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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4.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
4.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
AnonymousOctober 7, 2025

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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

  • Pureed Meals
  • Guest Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Anytime Dining
  • Vegetarian
  • Low / No Sodium
  • International Cuisine
  • Room Service
  • Professional Chef
  • No Sugar
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Meals Provided
  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room
  • Bar or Pub

Health & wellness

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

Services & convenience

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

Activities & engagement

  • Birthday Parties
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Cooking Classes
  • Bible Study Group
  • Wine Tasting
  • Dances
  • Happy Hour
  • Activities On-site
  • Community Service Programs
  • Live Well Programs
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Trivia Games
  • Tai Chi
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Water Aerobics
  • Art Classes
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Karaoke
  • Book Club
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Walking Club
  • Bridge Club
  • Holiday Parties
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Cards / Pinochle Club

Outdoor spaces

  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Central Fireplace
  • Beauty Salon
  • Library
  • Barber Shop
  • Outside Patio
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Fitness Center
  • Jacuzzi
  • Billiards Lounge
  • Game Room
  • Swimming Pool

Apartment & room features

  • Full kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Garden View
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Air Conditioned

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Additional care fees
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Move-in fee
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