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Plum Tree Care Center

2580 Samaritan Drive, San Jose, CA 95124

Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Home Rehabilitation
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $5,064

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,040
  • Average State Price: $3,737
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Plum Tree Care Center Description

    Plum Tree Care Center is a community that offers assisted living, memory care, nursing care and rehabilitation and is about 2.2 miles outside the town of Los Gatos, California. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 making it the 43rd highest rated community in the city out of 55 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 3 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Community Reviews

    7
    Plum Tree Care Center
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 66 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 49 out of 60 communities in San Jose
  • Ranking in State: 2739 out of 3640 communities in CA
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff B

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Facilities, food, occupational therapy (OT), and physical therapy (PT) received praise for their quality.
    • Several reviewers highlighted the caring and attentive nature of the staff, mentioning specific instances of kindness and professionalism.
    • Some family members noted significant improvements in their relatives' health and well-being due to the care provided.
    • The environment was described as clean, well-managed, and conducive to rehabilitation and comfort.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Concerns were raised about the infrequency of showers and slow response times to room buzzers.
    • Some reviewers experienced or observed unprofessional behavior and judgmental attitudes from staff.
    • Understaffing and lack of qualifications among the staff were mentioned as issues affecting the quality of care.
    • There were reports of unsanitary conditions and neglect, including delayed medication administration and inadequate attention to patients' needs.
    • Communication problems between staff and family members were highlighted, with some noting a lack of responsiveness to concerns.

    Mixed Reviews:

    • While some reviewers praised the care and environment, others found the facility disorganized and not adequately staffed to provide personalized care.
    • Experiences with the food quality varied, with some finding it good and others describing it as inedible.

    Overall, the reviews for this senior living facility are mixed, with many praising the staff and the care provided, while others raise significant concerns about the quality of care, cleanliness, and staff responsiveness.


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    Health

    Therapy services

    Laboratory

    Therapists

    Wound care

    24/7 respiratory therapy

    Rehabilitation therapy


    Services

    Business office

    Flexible visiting hours


    Activities

    Group activities

    Resident activities


    Dining

    Registered dietitian


    Pet

    Pet-friendly



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 3
    Health inspection rating: 3
    Staffing rating: 4
    Quality measure rating: 4
    Long-term quality measure rating: 5
    Short-term quality measure rating: 4


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Dec. 18, 1967
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 76
    Total current residents: 60
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 1
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 3
    Total cost of fines: $2925


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 D Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 E Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 D Egress Deficiencies Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 E Smoke Deficiencies Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2022-02-16 2022-03-16 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
    2019-10-23 2019-11-04 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2019-10-23 2019-11-04 D Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2018-11-15 2018-12-24 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Implement emergency and standby power systems.
    2018-11-15 2018-12-24 D Construction Deficiencies Use approved construction type or materials.
    2018-11-15 2018-12-24 D Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2018-11-15 2018-12-24 D Smoke Deficiencies Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
    2018-11-15 2018-12-24 D Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2018-11-15 2018-12-24 F Smoke Deficiencies Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.
    2018-11-15 2018-12-24 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2018-11-15 2018-12-24 D Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2018-11-15 2018-12-24 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
    2018-11-15 2018-12-24 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2018-11-15 2018-12-24 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-02-11 2022-03-13 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2022-02-11 2022-03-13 E Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    2022-02-11 2022-03-13 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2022-02-11 2022-03-13 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2022-02-11 2022-03-13 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
    2022-02-11 2022-03-13 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2022-02-11 2022-03-13 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
    2022-02-11 2022-03-13 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
    2022-02-11 2022-03-13 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2022-05-13 2022-06-10 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    2022-05-13 2022-06-10 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 E Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 E Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 C Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 D Administration Deficiencies Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
    2019-09-19 2019-10-18 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-01-20 2021-02-08 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2018-08-24 2018-09-28 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
    2018-08-24 2018-09-28 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    2018-08-24 2018-09-28 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2018-08-24 2018-09-28 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2018-08-24 2018-09-28 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
    2018-08-24 2018-09-28 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    2018-08-24 2018-09-28 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2018-08-24 2018-09-28 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2018-08-24 $16,000
    2021-11-29 $650
    2021-12-06 $975
    2021-12-20 $1,300

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Los Gatos which is 2.2 miles away and has a population of 30,705 (mid sized town).
    • The average income is $198,642, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 77
      • Low Temperature: 54
      • Average Temperature: 65.5
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 66 days of rain and 298 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.8 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 36.5 years old, high compared to other cities.
    • 2.66% of the population are Veterans which is a very low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 39.1% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very high percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 31% Asian, 3% Black or African-American, 27% Hispanic or Latino, and 36% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 82.65 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 178.0, Moderate Days 64.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 2.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Trader Joe's
    0.7 miles away
    Nob Hill Foods
    1.0 miles away
    Jiffy Market
    1.0 miles away
    Safeway 1245
    1.2 miles away
    Lucky
    1.2 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Samaritan Drive & National Avenue
    0.0 miles away
    2505 Samaritan Drive
    0.0 miles away
    Los Gatos Boulevard & Samaritan Drive
    0.1 miles away
    Los Gatos Boulevard & Burton Road
    0.1 miles away
    Good Samaritan Hospital
    0.2 miles away

    Banks

    Provident Credit Union
    0.7 miles away
    Heritage Bank of Commerce
    0.9 miles away
    Chase
    1.0 miles away
    Citibank
    1.2 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    1.2 miles away

    Hospitals

    Good Samaritan Hospital
    0.2 miles away
    Mission Oaks Hospital
    0.5 miles away
    El Camino Hospital Los Gatos
    1.2 miles away
    Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
    4.1 miles away
    O’Connor Hospital
    5.2 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Wellness Pharmacy
    0.1 miles away
    Samaritan Apothecary Pharmacy
    0.1 miles away
    Silicon Valley Pharmacy
    1.0 miles away
    Sorci Pharmacy
    1.0 miles away
    Camden Pharmacy
    1.0 miles away

    Dentists

    Gregg Trent DDS
    0.1 miles away
    Maye Lazzar, DDS
    0.3 miles away
    Matthew J. Bernal, DDS
    0.3 miles away
    Los Gatos Dental Specialists
    0.4 miles away
    White Oaks Dental Center
    0.4 miles away

    Parks

    Houge Park
    0.5 miles away
    Los Gatos Creek County Park
    0.5 miles away
    Live Oak Manor Park
    0.5 miles away
    Oak Hill Playlot
    0.6 miles away
    Carolyn Norris Park
    0.7 miles away

    Places of Worship

    San Jose Quaker Meeting House
    6.2 miles away
    Trinity Cathedral
    6.7 miles away
    The First Unitarian Church of San José
    6.9 miles away

    Shopping

    Old Town Center
    2.7 miles away
    Princeton Plaza
    3.3 miles away
    Westgate Mall
    3.4 miles away
    Mailboxes
    3.4 miles away
    The Garden at Willow Glen
    4.7 miles away

    Culture

    Blossom Hill Crafts
    1.2 miles away
    JCO'S Art Haus
    1.6 miles away
    Amphitheater
    1.7 miles away
    Auditorium
    1.8 miles away
    Outdoor theatre stage
    1.8 miles away

    Restaurants

    Reggae Pot Jamaican Restraurant
    0.8 miles away
    Erik's DeliCafe
    0.8 miles away
    J.J. Magoo's Pizza
    0.8 miles away
    Aldo’s
    0.9 miles away
    The Garret Station
    0.9 miles away

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