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Villa Fontana

5555 Prospect Road

San Jose, CA 95129

104 beds • Est. 2009 (16 years)


FYI Safety Score

8.7 Good

5 citations in the last 2 years across 21 inspections. 1 substantiated complaint on file. Last inspected in February 2026.


Why we like it

Villa Fontana is a 104-bed family-run community in San Jose's West Side, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and hospice under one roof. Located on Prospect Road near the Cupertino border, the community emphasizes a warm, family-like atmosphere with private apartments, a bistro open around the clock, and weekly communion services.

The memory care program uses a whole-brain fitness approach with therapeutic activities overseen by a dedicated coordinator.

  • Full continuum of care

    Independent living, assisted living, memory care, and hospice all on one campus, so residents can age in place without relocating.

  • Family-run for decades

    Villa Fontana is family-owned with a philosophy centered on treating residents like extended family, with compassion and personal attention.

  • Private apartments with strong amenities

    Private baths, individual thermostats, courtyard views, balconies in select units, plus a 24-hour bistro, ice cream parlor, library, and beauty shop.

  • Specialized memory care

    Dedicated memory care program with a whole-brain fitness lifestyle, therapeutic activities, and a memory program coordinator overseeing individualized care plans.

  • Aging facility

    While well-maintained, the building and interiors show their age compared to newer luxury communities in the area. Tour to see if the charm outweighs the cosmetics.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Studio$4,390/mo
1 Bedroom$5,490/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

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Where you'll live

5555 Prospect Road, San Jose, CA 95129

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Frequently asked questions

How safe is Villa Fontana?
Villa Fontana has a FYI Safety Score of 8.7 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 5 state citations and 1 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 21 inspections.
How much does Villa Fontana cost?
Villa Fontana starts at $4,390 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Villa Fontana offer memory care?
Yes, Villa Fontana offers Memory Care services. Care types available include: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care.
Does Villa Fontana accept Medi-Cal?
Villa Fontana is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Villa Fontana last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Villa Fontana was on 2026-02-26. The facility has received 21 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Villa Fontana have?
Villa Fontana has 5 state citations and 1 verified complaints since 2021 across 21 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 8.7 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Villa Fontana been in operation?
Villa Fontana has been licensed for 16 years in San Jose, California, with a licensed capacity of 104 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
435294328
Size
104 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
November 16, 2009 (16 years)
Licensee
Prime Eldercare Solution Inc.
Administrator
Duewel, Ma. Felicitas V.
Phone
(408) 255-5555
Address
5555 Prospect Road, San Jose, CA 95129

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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