Public Google reviewers rate this highly and often mention compassionate and tenured caregiving staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
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Public Google reviewers rate Palo Alto Commons highly. Reviewers highlight: compassionate and tenured caregiving staff, high-quality memory care programming. Reviewer identity is not verified, and online reviews may not capture everything. Schedule a visit to assess the fit directly.
Palo Alto Commons is highly regarded for its long-term history of compassionate, person-centered care and a staff that builds deep relationships with residents. While recent reviews highlight beautiful renovations and excellent food, some families have expressed concerns regarding construction noise, dust, and potential staffing shortages during recent transitions.
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“The entire staff at Palo Alto Commons exhibit compassion and care in their daily interactions with residents and family members.”
“The Commons also worked very well with the residents and family to accommodate the residents' needs.”
“They have a great staff that are very caring. My mom has transitioned through an apartment, assisted living and now the memory car unit.”
Source: CA Community Care Licensing Division
FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT
The unannounced case management visit was conducted to follow up on a reported incident of suspected abuse. The LPA interviewed the administrator and staff, who provided accounts of the incident and the subsequent actions taken. No deficiencies were cited during this visit.
The facility was inspected for a case management review related to a missing jewelry incident. The report details that the facility conducted an in-service training and that no citations were issued during the visit.
The facility underwent an unannounced case management - incident report visit on November 25, 2025. The visit was prompted by an incident report concerning a resident's fall on November 18, 2025. No citations were issued during this inspection.
The facility was visited for a Case Management review. The inspector spoke with the health and wellness director regarding the employment status of a staff member. No deficiencies were cited during this inspection.
The inspection was conducted to investigate a reported Theft and Loss incident. The Licensing Program Analyst met with the Executive Director and reviewed the details of the missing art pieces. No deficiencies were cited during this visit, and the facility was advised to file the incident report online with the police.
The facility underwent a Case Management - Incident visit regarding an incident that occurred on 07/02/2025. The Licensing Program Analyst met with the Executive Director to discuss the event, which involved physical contact between two residents. No deficiencies were cited during this visit, and the report confirms that the facility has implemented an intervention plan for the involved residents.
The inspection was conducted to follow up on a reported staff-to-resident physical abuse incident that occurred on 05/17/2025. The Licensing Program Analyst interviewed the Executive Director and Resident R1. No deficiencies were cited during this visit, and the facility was found to be compliant with current standards.
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