FAQs About Novelle Senior Living, San Jose

Our community offers a variety of apartment options for Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care designed for comfort, privacy and convenience. residents, designed for comfort, privacy and convenience.

Yes. Residents are encouraged to bring personal furnishings, decorations, and belongings to make their apartment feel like home. Each apartment design supports individual style and comfort.

Apartment features vary by floor plan and are designed to support comfort, independence, and daily living needs. Please contact the community for current apartment options and availability.

Yes. The community is designed specifically to support older adults and includes thoughtfully designed residences and shared spaces intended to promote accessibility, convenience, and comfort.

Residents enjoy maintenance-free living, allowing them more time to focus on activities, wellness, and social engagement rather than household responsibilities.

Residents enjoy freshly prepared, restaurant-style meals with our signature Anytime Dining program. This program allows residents to dine on a flexible schedule and choose when they would like to dine. Residents can visit the restaurant as often as they would like to enjoy meals during the available dining hours.

Yes. The dining team works to accommodate dietary restrictions. For specific dietary accommodations, prospective residents should consult the dining team.

Residents enjoy restaurant-style dining in an elegant setting with hospitality-focused service. The dining experience is designed to be social, comfortable, and flexible.

Many apartment homes include kitchenettes or kitchen features, allowing residents to prepare meals and snacks if they choose.

Novelle offers a luxury senior living experience with a sophisticated atmosphere inspired by wine-country aesthetics and mid-century design. The community emphasizes connection, hospitality, independence, and wellness.

Novelle is proudly managed by Merrill Gardens, a sixth-generation family-owned company with over 50 locations across the country.

Residents enjoy a full social calendar designed to encourage joy, connection, personal growth, recreation, intellectual stimulation and active living.

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Yes. The community's social programming, outings, dining experiences, organized events, clubs and shared gathering spaces and amenities are designed to encourage numerous opportunities to form friendships and remain engaged.

Santana Row is nearby for an upscale, outdoor destination for shopping, dining, cafes and people-watching. Winchester Mystery House is one of San Jose’s best-known landmarks, offering guided tours through a historic mansion with distinctive architecture. The San Jose Municipal Rose Garden is a beautiful outdoor stop with walking paths and a peaceful outdoor setting.

Amenities include restaurant-style dining, bistro, private dining room, spectacular rooftop sky lounge with beautiful views, dog park, multiple outdoor gathering spaces, wellness-focused programming, walking paths, library, computer center, gaming room, beauty salon, fitness center, beautifully designed common spaces, and opportunities that support active, engaged living.

Transportation services are offered for various services and outings. Prospective residents should contact the community directly for details regarding scheduled transportation services available at Novelle.

Family and friends are welcome to visit, helping residents maintain important relationships and connections. Specific visitation guidelines can be obtained directly from the community.

Yes. Novelle is a pet-friendly community. Prospective residents should contact the community directly regarding pet accommodation and requirements.

Novelle focuses on providing a supportive environment for residents. The community offers professional care services, supportive staff, and specialized Memory Care programming designed to support resident well-being. 

Team members are on-site 24/7. Staffing levels are based on applicable state requirements, and care is provided according to each resident’s individualized care plan.

Yes, background checks are conducted on team members in accordance with applicable state requirements.

Resident well-being is supported through care planning, wellness programming, on-site staffing, a resident call system, wellness checks and coordination around care around changing care needs. Families should ask how changes in appetite, mobility, medication use, mood, or cognition are documented and communicated. 

Garden House memory care offers a secure environment with trained team members available on-site.

Residents can enjoy a variety of services and amenities included in their monthly rent, such as Anytime Dining, weekly housekeeping, scheduled transportation, a robust activities program, and much more.

Novelle begins at approximately $4,995 per month though actual costs vary depending on apartment type, care level and services selected. Pricing is subject to change; please contact the community for current details.

Move-in fees and deposits vary. We are proud to offer a month-to-month rental option with no long-term commitment. The community can provide current pricing and specific financial details.

Residents and families may explore long-term care insurance, veterans' benefits, and other financial resources. Community representatives can provide guidance and referrals.

Families should contact the community directly to discuss available resources and eligibility requirements for outside assistance programs.

One unique feature of Novelle is its month-to-month rental structure, giving residents flexibility and avoiding long-term commitments. The community will guide residents throughout the transition, including apartment selection, move-in preparation, and settling in. Please contact the community for current move-in requirements. Please contact the community for current move-in requirements and move-out notice details.

Residents are supported through meaningful social connections, engaging activities, creative programs, physical wellness opportunities, personalized care, and a welcoming environment that encourages purpose, belonging, connection, and emotional well-being.

Absolutely. Prospective residents and families are encouraged to schedule a personalized tour to meet team members, explore the community and learn more about available services and experience the community firsthand. You can also call to speak with someone directly.

Residents and family members, as well as publicly available reviews, frequently mention the community's modern design, luxury atmosphere, welcoming environment, dining experience, and caring staff as well as a convenient location near local shops, restaurants and entertainment.

Moving to senior living is a major life transition. The team at Novelle strives to create a welcoming environment where residents can build friendships, participate in activities, and enjoy a lifestyle tailored to their interests and needs. Personalized support helps make the transition into senior living more comfortable and successful.