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Plum Tree Care Center

2580 Samaritan Drive

4.6(152 ratings)· San Jose average: 4.2

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Quick Facts

Total units
76
Medicare rating
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
76

What Families Think

Families describe Plum Tree Care Center as a clean, well-run skilled nursing facility where staff are friendly, attentive, and communicative. Reviewers frequently mention noticeable improvements in loved ones' spirits and care compared to other facilities, and the community holds a strong 4.6 out of 5 rating from 152 Google reviews.

The Good

  • Consistently described as very clean
  • Friendly, courteous, and informative staff
  • Nurses and aides work together on patient care
  • Residents reported to be in good spirits
  • Quick, welcoming check-in process
  • Staff handle physical care tasks attentively

The Bad

  • No amenities details provided for this community

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Plum Tree Care Center is a senior living community in San Jose, California offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 152 reviews.

About Plum Tree Care Center

Plum Tree Care Center is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility in San Jose, California, licensed for 76 residents.

Families consistently highlight the cleanliness of the facility and the quality of staff interactions. Visitors note that staff members work collaboratively during care tasks, repositioning residents, assisting with mobility, and helping with daily needs, and seem genuinely engaged with their work. One family wrote, "the staff partner up together when taking care of my MIL and her neighbor." Multiple reviewers emphasize that staff are friendly, helpful, and respectful toward residents, with one noting they have not encountered a rude staff member at the center.

The atmosphere is described as calm and welcoming, with smooth check-in experiences and responsive communication when families have questions. Residents themselves appear content, and families report their loved ones are managing well during recovery and care.

Plum Tree Care Center holds a 4.6 out of 5 Google rating based on 152 reviews.

Types of Care at Plum Tree Care Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Plum Tree Care Center

4.6overall · 152 ratings combined

4.6★ on Google (152)

Olga Garcia

Jul 2026

via Google

I’ve visited a few Health care (aka Nursing Homes) and this is by far one of the best yet. Clean environment, courteous staff, and up kept facility by far. The residents seem happy and the staff seem to treat them with respect. I write this post from my experience and witnessing of my friend whom I visited and noticed a Big difference from the one she was in previously at. I also had another friend who’s long term there and she seemed to be in high spirits. That to me says a lot. It was a very positive and pleasant visit.

JOHN ARROYAVE

May 2026

via Google

All the personnel is very helpful all the time. Alim the receptionist answered all the questions very nicely! The nurses and the assistants were very friendly and caring. Great Place, great personnel.

Mrs. Aguilar

May 2026

via Google

Staff is so friendly. I have not yet to meet one rude staff member here at Plum Tree ♥️ Very clean facility and when I have asked questions they seem to be very informative or direct me to the correct individual that is knowledgeable in what we are inquiring about.

Frank Sandoval

Apr 2026

via Google

...my daughter and I had a great experience at the Plum Tree Care Center! Check in was quick, as we were greeted as we walked in the doors. People nice, VERY clean place, and quiet. I felt bad because I'm usually kinda loud and goofy. My dad is as happy as recovery can get!...

Janice Stephenson

Feb 2026

via Google

I was impressed by the staff and how they handle patients. The staff partner up together when taking care of my MIL and her neighbor. That could be repositioning the person, helping the patient sit up, helping the patient get to a bedside commode. The people seem like they enjoy their job and are friendly with the patients here.

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Government Inspection History

9 inspection visits in the last three years, 56 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Aug 7, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 30, 2025

Jul 16, 2025Health Complaint2 citations
  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 22, 2025

  • Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 22, 2025

Mar 28, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard14 citations
  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 18, 2025

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 18, 2025

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 26, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 26, 2025

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 18, 2025

  • Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 18, 2025

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 26, 2025

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 26, 2025

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 26, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 18, 2025

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 18, 2025

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 26, 2025

  • Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 26, 2025

  • Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 26, 2025

Sep 24, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Oct 9, 2024

May 31, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 30, 2024

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 30, 2024

Dec 1, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard14 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 31, 2023

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 31, 2023

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 31, 2023

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 31, 2023

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 31, 2023

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 31, 2023

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 31, 2023

  • Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 31, 2023

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 17, 2024

  • Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 17, 2024

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 17, 2024

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 17, 2024

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 17, 2024

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 17, 2024

Oct 31, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 29, 2023

Jul 5, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 3, 2023

Feb 11, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard20 citations
  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 13, 2022

  • Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 16, 2022

  • Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 16, 2022

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 13, 2022

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 16, 2022

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 16, 2022

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 16, 2022

  • 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.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 13, 2022

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 13, 2022

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 16, 2022

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 13, 2022

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 13, 2022

  • Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 13, 2022

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 13, 2022

  • Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2022

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2022

  • Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2022

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2022

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2022

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 13, 2022

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Plum Tree Care Center offer?

Plum Tree Care Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Plum Tree Care Center located?

Plum Tree Care Center is located at 2580 Samaritan Drive in San Jose, California.

What do families say about Plum Tree Care Center?

Families describe Plum Tree Care Center as a clean, well-run skilled nursing facility where staff are friendly, attentive, and communicative. Reviewers frequently mention noticeable improvements in loved ones' spirits and care compared to other facilities, and the community holds a strong 4.6 out of 5 rating from 152 Google reviews.

How did Plum Tree Care Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Plum Tree Care Center had 9 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 56 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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