Moldaw Family Residences, a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), offers competitive pricing for its accommodations within the broader context of Santa Clara County and California. The monthly costs for a one-bedroom unit at Moldaw are $3,159, significantly lower than the county's average of $5,861 and the state median of $4,340. For two-bedroom units, Moldaw's rate stands at $4,381, which also reflects a considerable savings compared to the county average of $7,339 and the state benchmark of $5,270. This pricing strategy not only makes Moldaw an attractive option for seniors seeking quality care but also positions it as a financially prudent choice in an otherwise high-cost area.
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Moldaw Family Residences a CCRC
Santa Clara County
California
1 Bedroom
$3,159
$5,861
$4,340
2 Bedrooms
$4,381
$7,339
$5,270
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Residents describe an intergenerational community anchored by the JCC campus.
Multiple reviews emphasize that the community feels integrated with younger ages, with activities that bring preschoolers and other groups to the campus. Several residents specifically call out the JCC as a major reason they chose the community and as an ongoing source of programs and opportunities. Others describe the overall campus layout as more like a neighborhood than a separated facility. Residents also mention having plenty to do directly on site, not just off-site options.
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Dining and meals are a plus
Food quality and meal convenience are consistently praised by residents.
Reviews repeatedly highlight strong food, including residents describing it as excellent, terrific, and exceeding expectations. Several also note dining-related day-to-day convenience, like having meals delivered and enjoying meals with friends. One review specifically mentions the experience of eating in a renovated, newly improved dining room. Across these comments, dining comes through as a reliable positive part of living at Moldaw.
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Staff kindness and responsiveness
Residents consistently describe the staff as friendly, helpful, and supportive.
Many reviews say residents and staff are welcoming and kind, with staff members who know people and provide practical help. Several residents describe staff as caring and accessible during the move and application process, and others mention ongoing support once they lived there. A few comments focus on patience and respect, including how staff approach residents who need additional support. Overall, residents connect day-to-day comfort to the way staff show up for them.
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Care approach for extra support
Residents mention respectful, supportive care—especially in memory care contexts.
One review connected to memory care describes the level of care from staff as heart warming, with residents treated with dignity and respect. Another resident highlights care and patience as a reason they have loved living at Moldaw for years. There is also a mixed view in one comment that says it is not ideal for memory care or assisted living, even while noting good caregivers on staff. Taken together, residents largely frame care as supportive, but at least one reviewer questions suitability for those specific needs.
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Features
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Indoor common areas
Outdoor common areas
Swimming pool / hot tub
Wheelchair accessible showers
Transportation
San Jose International (10 miles away)
San Francisco International (20 miles away)
Metropolitan Oakland International (22 miles away)
Care Services
Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
Dining
Kosher
Meals provided
Activities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Palo Alto, California offers a wide range of amenities and services that cater to senior living. With various dining options such as In-N-Out Burger and Steins Beer Garden, as well as nearby pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS, residents have easy access to essentials. The area is also home to several parks including Mitchell Park and Baylands Nature Preserve, providing opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Additionally, there are reputable healthcare facilities in the vicinity such as Stanford Health Care and El Camino Hospital, ensuring quality medical services are within reach. Public transportation options like the Mountain View Caltrain Station make it convenient for seniors to get around the area. Overall, this neighborhood provides a well-rounded environment with plenty of conveniences for those looking to settle down in a comfortable and accessible location.
Restaurants
In-N-Out Burger (0.5 miles)
McDonald's (0.6 miles)
Sports Page (1.4 miles)
McDonald's (2.2 miles)
Steins Beer Garden (2.3 miles)
State Of Mind Pub (3 miles)
Telefèric Barcelona (3.2 miles)
Parks
Mitchell Park (0.7 miles)
Shoreline Park & Lake (1.1 miles)
Stevenson Park (1.6 miles)
Baylands Nature Preserve (2.5 miles)
Evandale Park (2.6 miles)
Seven Seas Park (5 miles)
Grant Park (5.7 miles)
Theaters
ShowPlace ICON at San Antonio Centre (1.2 miles)
AMC DINE-IN Sunnyvale 12 & IMAX (5.2 miles)
AMC Mercado 20 (7 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (1.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
Walgreens (1.7 miles)
Walgreens (2.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
Cafes
Boba Bliss (1.5 miles)
Blue Bottle Coffee (3.6 miles)
HanaHaus (3.6 miles)
Café Venetia (3.6 miles)
Verve Coffee Roasters (3.6 miles)
Starbucks (6 miles)
Sunright Tea Studio (6.5 miles)
Transportation
Mountain View Caltrain Station (2.4 miles)
U-Haul Moving & Storage (3.3 miles)
Sunnyvale Caltrain Station (5 miles)
Physicians
Bay IVF Center (2.7 miles)
Encina Building, Palo Alto Medical Foundation (3.3 miles)
Anesthesiology: Palo Alto Center: Palo Alto Medical Foundation (3.4 miles)
Melchor Pavilion (3.8 miles)
Stanford Otolaryngology (4.2 miles)
Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine, Alex Dimitriu, MD (5.1 miles)
Menlo Medical Clinic in Menlo Park - 1300 Crane (5.1 miles)
Hospitals
Reproductive Medicine Associates of Northern California | RMANORCAL (3.4 miles)
Moldaw Family Residences, a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), offers competitive pricing for its accommodations within the broader context of Santa Clara County and California. The monthly costs for a one-bedroom unit at Moldaw are $3,159, significantly lower than the county's average of $5,861 and the state median of $4,340. For two-bedroom units, Moldaw's rate stands at $4,381, which also reflects a considerable savings compared to the county average of $7,339 and the state benchmark of $5,270. This pricing strategy not only makes Moldaw an attractive option for seniors seeking quality care but also positions it as a financially prudent choice in an otherwise high-cost area.
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Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Devotional services off-site
Indoor common areas
Outdoor common areas
Swimming pool / hot tub
Wheelchair accessible showers
San Jose International (10 miles away)
Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
Kosher
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