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Merrill Gardens At Willow Glen
San Jose, CaliforniaState inspected Sep 10, 2026, 13 citations since 2021
About Merrill Gardens At Willow Glen
Merrill Gardens At Willow Glen brings personalized assisted living to San Jose, California, where experienced care meets genuine community connection. Residents receive the support they need while maintaining independence and dignity in a thoughtfully designed environment.
Community at a glance
Capacity
150 residents
State license
#435202807, Licensed
Location
San Jose, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
1420 Curci Drive, San Jose, California 95126
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Merrill Gardens At Willow Glen. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Merrill Gardens At Willow Glen on September 10, 2026.
Since October 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 3 routine inspections, 36 complaint visits and 13 other visits.
Inspectors issued 3 Type A citations and 10 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 24 complaints, and found 13 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Sep 10, 2026
Routine inspections
3
Type A citations
3
Type B citations
10
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 36 | 3 | 9 |
| Other visits | 13 | 0 | 1 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Nov 26, 2025, Nov 27, 2024, Nov 10, 2022.
Complaints
- April 9, 20261 unsubstantiated
- March 10, 20261 allegation substantiated, 1 unfounded, 1 citation
- February 25, 20264 unsubstantiated
- January 6, 20262 unsubstantiated
- December 1, 20251 allegation substantiated, 5 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- August 6, 20251 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- August 4, 20251 allegation substantiated, 4 unsubstantiated, 2 unfounded
- July 14, 20251 allegation substantiated
- July 14, 20251 allegation substantiated, 3 unsubstantiated, 2 unfounded, 1 citation
- July 11, 20252 unsubstantiated
- July 11, 20255 unsubstantiated
- June 27, 20254 unfounded
Showing the 12 most recent of 24.
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 435202807
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 150 residents
- Licensed since
- November 3, 2021
- Licensee
- Mg at Willow Glen, Lp ;shi-Iv Merrill Gp,llc;et Al
- Administrator
- Gemignani, Ida
Location
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1420 Curci DriveSan Jose, CA 95126
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Merrill Gardens At Willow Glen had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Merrill Gardens At Willow Glen 3 Type A citations and 10 Type B citations since October 2021. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Merrill Gardens At Willow Glen last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on September 10, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Merrill Gardens At Willow Glen?+
The state investigated 24 complaints since October 2021. Of the allegations, 13 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 43 unsubstantiated and 17 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.