Real Elderly Care

4858 Poston Drive, San Jose, CA 95136
Assisted Living · Memory Care · Board and Care Home

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Last updated Oct 24, 2026

About Real Elderly Care

Real Elderly Care is an Assisted Living community in the San Jose area that also offers Board and Care Home and Memory Care. Costs for this community start at $3,000/mo, which includes certain standard amenities and services but the final cost may vary according to care needs and accommodation type.

Real Elderly Care is a senior living community that prides itself on offering exceptional care and medical services to its residents. Nestled in the welcoming neighborhood of Poston Drive, this community ensures that every individual receives the attention and support they need. With 24-hour supervision and assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, residents can feel secure and well-cared for. The dedicated staff is experienced in providing specialized care for those with mild cognitive impairments, ensuring a compassionate and understanding environment.

The surrounding neighborhood adds to the appeal of Real Elderly Care. Residents have convenient access to top-notch medical facilities, including the Kaiser Permanente Medical Center-Santa Teresa-San Jose, which is just two miles away. Additionally, the nearby Kaiser Family Health Building is only a short drive away, ensuring that medical consultations and follow-ups are easily manageable. For everyday needs, Walgreens Pharmacy is conveniently located just a mile from the community, making prescription pickups simple and stress-free.

Beyond healthcare, the area is vibrant and full of life. Residents can enjoy their leisure time at nearby parks or take a stroll to local cafes like Starbucks, which is only two miles away. For a quick bite, McDonald's is just around the corner. The community itself is designed to foster social interaction and engagement, offering amenities such as a library, walking paths, a garden, and regular movie nights. Scheduled daily activities and community-sponsored events ensure that there is always something enjoyable to participate in.

The diverse and thriving neighborhood of zip code 95136 boasts a rich cultural tapestry, with a mix of African American, Asian, Hispanic, and White populations. The median income in the area is impressive, reflecting a stable and prosperous community. With a life expectancy of 82 years, it is evident that the residents of this area enjoy a high quality of life.

Real Elderly Care stands out not only for its excellent medical and care services but also for its warm and inviting community atmosphere. The small community size allows for personalized attention, making every resident feel like a valued member of the family. Whether it's through the respite care program or the various engaging activities, Real Elderly Care ensures that every day is filled with comfort, care, and joy.


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Pricing for Real Elderly Care

Pricing starts from
$3,000/mo

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Reviews for Real Elderly Care

8.9
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What families are saying

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Normandy Farms Estates receives predominantly positive reviews as a welcoming, attractive, and well-maintained continuing-care retirement community. Residents and families praise the beautiful grounds, rural setting, gardens, bright public spaces, renovated accommodations, restaurant and dining options, community amenities, and extensive activities. Frequently mentioned offerings include pools, fitness classes, music and lectures, card groups, libraries, woodworking, entertainment, transportation, and memory-care programming. Many reviewers describe the staff as friendly, professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely caring. Families especially appreciate the ability to transition between independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and long-term care while remaining in the same community. Several reviewers report excellent food, strong nursing care, effective medication management, good communication, and attentive support for medical appointments and daily needs. Some residents have lived there happily for many years and consider it an ideal place to age. A smaller number of reviews identify concerns. The community is considered expensive by some prospective residents, and one tour guide was described as overly pushy about selling a home. Others mention ongoing construction, confusing entrances, difficult-to-find apartment numbers, older units awaiting updates, and shared laundry facilities in some apartments. One family member felt communication should have been better when a resident’s independence declined. Serious negative allegations include poor responsiveness to emergency call bells, inadequate care, unprofessional or disrespectful treatment, inconsistent COVID-related practices, and staffing shortages. These accounts contrast sharply with the many favorable comments and are not independently verified. Overall, Normandy Farms Estates is widely viewed as a high-quality, active, and attractive senior-living community with strong amenities and compassionate staff, though prospective residents should investigate costs, communication procedures, staffing, and care experiences in the specific unit or care level they need.
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Care offered at Real Elderly Care

Care services

  • Mild cognitive impairment
  • Medication management
  • Dementia care

Amenities at Real Elderly Care

  • Furnished
  • Community-sponsored activities
  • Emergency Alert System
  • Move-in coordination
  • Meal preparation and service
  • Special dietary restrictions
  • Movie nights
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry service / dry cleaning
  • Faith Based
    Devotional activities offsite

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  • 5 (19 reviews)
  • Families helped: 4948
  • 23 years of experience
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    Seniorly Neighborhood Insights for San Jose, CA (95136)

    Discover crucial neighborhood insights from reputable sources like census.gov and epa.gov. Remember, this data offers a general overview of the area and might not reflect the area immediately surrounding the property.

    Total population: 50,048

    31% of population is 50+ years old, 13% is 65+ years old
    The poverty rate is 4% lower for this region compared to the California state average, which is 12%

    Diversity

    5% of population identify themselves as Black, 27% as Asian, 29% as Hispanic, and 52% as White

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