The Forum at Rancho San Antonio: Elevating Senior Living
Nestled amidst the tranquil foothills of Cupertino and Los Altos, The Forum at Rancho San Antonio stands as a beacon of excellence in senior care. Established in 1991 by the visionary minds of the El Camino Hospital District, this Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) was conceived as more than just a residence—it was envisioned as a vibrant, self-governed community where residents could flourish independently while receiving unparalleled care tailored to their evolving needs.
Led by Executive Director Nancy Kao, The Forum has consistently set the standard for innovative senior living. Its pioneering Wellness department, state-of-the-art facilities, and personalized care plans reflect a steadfast commitment to enhancing the well-being of its residents. With prestigious accolades such as a 5-star Medicare rating for skilled nursing care, The Forum continues to uphold its reputation for excellence in every facet of its operations.
However, what truly distinguishes The Forum is its sense of community. Governed by resident-led boards and boasting a diverse array of clubs and interest groups, The Forum buzzes with activity and camaraderie. From lively galas under the stars to educational workshops, every event fosters a sense of belonging and connection among residents and staff alike.
Moreover, The Forum’s dedication to sustainability underscores its role as a responsible member of the community. Achieving LEED Gold certification for its Memory Care building and transitioning to an all-electric fleet are just some of the ways in which The Forum leads by example, demonstrating its commitment to environmental stewardship and quality of life.
As the demand for vibrant retirement experiences grows, The Forum at Rancho San Antonio remains at the forefront of senior living. With its luxurious amenities, engaging social programming, and unwavering dedication to excellence, The Forum is not just a place to live—it’s a home where residents can age vibrantly and gracefully, surrounded by a supportive community dedicated to their well-being.
The Forum at Rancho San Antonio
23500 Cristo Rey Dr., Cupertino 650-944-0100 theforum-seniorliving.com
Best Retirement Community Winner: The Forum at Rancho San Antonio 23500 Cristo Rey Dr., Cupertino 650-944-0100 theforum-seniorliving.com Runner Up: Saratoga Retirement Community retirement.org/saratoga Best Senior Living Facility Winner: The Forum at Rancho San Antonio 23500 Cristo Rey Dr., Cupertino 650-944-0100 theforum-seniorliving.com Runner Up: Saratoga Retirement Community retirement.org/saratoga Best Senior Placement Agency Winner: The Forum at Rancho San Antonio 23500 Cristo Rey Dr., Cupertino 650-944-0100 theforum-seniorliving.com Best Tutoring & Learning Center Winner: Mathnasium Silicon Valley locations include several in San Jose; Santa Clara, Campbell-Los Gatos, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Redwood City and Morgan Hill. 877-601-MATH (6284) mathnasium.com Runner Up: AJ Tutoring ajtutoring.com/locations Best Wedding Photographer Winner: Monica Dawn Photography monicadawn.com
Best Bike Shop
Winner: Good Karma Bikes
82 S. Montgomery St., San Jose 408-291-0501 goodkarmabikes.org
Runner Up:
Summit Bicycles summitbicycles.com
Best Boutique
Winner: Trudys Brides & Special Occasions
1875 S. Bascom Ave., Campbell 408-377-1987 trudysbrides.com
Runner Up: Kismet Boutique kismetlg.com
Best Bridal Boutique
Winner: Trudys Brides & Special Occasions 1875 S. Bascom Ave., Campbell 408-377-1987 trudysbrides.com
Runner Up:
Bride and Bustle brideandbustle.com
Best Downtown Shopping Area
Winner: Santana Row 377 Santana Row, San Jose 408-551-4611 santanarow.com
Runner Up:
Los Gatos oldtownlosgatos.com
Best Facebook Page
Winner: Winner: Trudys Brides & Special Occasions
1875 S. Bascom Ave., Campbell 408-377-1987 trudysbrides.com
Best Farmers Market
Winner: Campbell Farmers Market
Located along E. Campbell Ave. between Central Ave. and 3rd Street
Every Sunday, 9am – 1pm uvfm.org/campbell-sundays
Runner Up: Los Gatos Farmers’ Market cafarmersmkts.com/losgatos-farmers-market
Best Florist
Winner: Bloomsters
5945 Almaden Expy., Ste.170, San Jose 408-268-5518 bloomsters.com
Runner Up: Citti’s Florist cittisflorist.com Best Gift Store
Winner: The Butter Paddle 33 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos 408-395-1678 butterpaddle.com
Runner Up: Domus https://www.facebook.com/p/
Domus-Kitchen-Home-Accessories100069315661607/
Best Hardware Store
Winner: Los Gatos Ace Hardware
15300 Los Gatos Blvd., Los Gatos 408-356-7103 hardwarestorelosgatos.com
Runner Up: Outdoor Supply Hardware outdoorsupplyhardware.com
Best Jewelry Store
Winner: Joe Escobar Diamonds
450 E. Hamilton Ave., Campbell 408-341-0300 escobardiamonds.com
Runner Up: Vardy’s Jewelers vardys.com Best Liquor/Wine Shop Winner: Total Wine 2 stores in San Jose and 1 store in Mountain View 855-328-9463 totalwine.com
Runner Up: The Wine Room thepawineroom.com
Best Neighborhood Grocery Winner: Safeway
There are 18+ stores in Silicon Valley. 877-258-2799 safeway.com
Runner Up: Trader Joe’s traderjoes.com/home/store-search Best Nursery (Gardening) Winners: SummerWinds Nursery (Tie)
There are three Silicon Valley SummerWinds in Campbell, Cupertino and Palo Alto summerwindsnursery.com/ca/home Yamagami’s Garden Center (Tie)
1361 S De Anza Blvd, Cupertino yamagamis.com
Best Place to Buy Asian Groceries Winner: 99 Ranch
Silicon Valley stores are in Cupertino (2), San Jose (2) and Mountain View. 888-910-8899 99ranch.com
Best Place to Buy a Wedding Dress Winner: Trudy’s Brides & Special Occasions
1875 S. Bascom Ave., Campbell 408-377-1987 trudysbrides.com
Runner Up: Janene’s Bridal Boutique janenesbridal.com
Best Place to buy Latino Groceries Winner: Chavez Supermarket
11 Bay Area locations include San Jose (4), Sunnyvale, Menlo Park and Redwood City (2) and San Mateo (2). For grocery, deli and taqueria information, visit chavezsuper.com
Runner Up: Arteaga’s Food Center arteagas.com
Best Place to Rent a Tuxedo
Winner: Tuxedo Fashions
363 Meridian Ave., San Jose 408-294-3311 tuxedofashions.com
Runner Up: Men’s Wearhouse menswearhouse.com
Best Professional Organizer Winner: Sort Your Nest (408) 813-8930
info@sortyournest.com sortyournest.com
Best Shoe Store
Winner: Footwear etc.
Silicon Valley stores in San Jose, Cupertino, Los Gatos and Los Altos. 800-720-0572 footwearetc.com
Runner Up: DSW Designer Shoe
Warehouse dsw.com