What type of care does La Selva provide?

La Selva is a social rehabilitation facility in Palo Alto, California, licensed for 12 residents.

Where is La Selva located?

La Selva is at 652 Forest Avenue, Palo Alto, California 94301. It is near Heritage Park.

When was La Selva last inspected?

California's Community Care Licensing Division last visited La Selva on Dec 4, 2025.

Has La Selva had any citations?

As the state tallies them (per visit, so a follow-up visit can count a citation again), La Selva's public record lists 2 Type A and 2 Type B citations. The full inspection report, free from a local advisor, explains each one.

Who can live at La Selva?

The state licenses La Selva to serve adults with mental health needs. Its license notes: "Licensed to serve 12 adult clients, ages 18 and above. All clients to be ambulatory."

SRF

La SelvaSocial Rehabilitation Facility in Palo Alto, California

652 Forest Avenue, Palo Alto, California 94301

FACILITY TYPE

Social Rehabilitation Facility

STARTING RATE

Contact for price

CAPACITY

12 Residents

License Verification

Licensed

Type:SRF(SRF)

Number:435200383

Verified:Against California CDSS on Sep 28, 2026

License data from California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing

La Selva at a glance

La Selva is the only social rehabilitation facilitie listed in Palo Alto.

State inspection record

California's licensing inspectors have visited La Selva 11 times, most recently on Dec 4, 2025. There are 4 complaints on record.

Licensed since: Jan 1, 1997
Last visit: Dec 4, 2025
Visits on record: 11
Complaints: 4

Citations: 2 Type A · 2 Type B (counted per visit)

What do these numbers mean?

Type A citations are for an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or rights. Type B citations are for something that could become one if it is not fixed.

The state counts citations per visit, so a follow-up visit can count the same citation again. The state publishes about five years of records.

Source: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing — checked Sep 28, 2026.

A local advisor reads every inspection and complaint report on La Selva and emails you a plain-English summary, usually within one business day.

Compare La Selva with the other social rehabilitation facilities in Palo Alto by size, published price and state license.

Nearby Services & Attractions

Nearby Places

Everyday services recorded near this address include One Medical (0.1 mi), First Lutheran Church (0.1 mi) and Tamarine (0.2 mi). Distances are straight-line.

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CVS PharmacyPharmacy
0.4 mi
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One MedicalMedical
0.1 mi
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Whole Foods MarketGrocery
0.5 mi
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Heritage ParkPark
0.3 mi
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Center for Continuing Study of California Economy LibraryLibrary
0.3 mi
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First Lutheran ChurchChurch
0.1 mi
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Bank of the WestBank
0.2 mi
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TamarineRestaurant
0.2 mi

Frequently asked questions about La Selva

What type of care does La Selva provide?: La Selva is a social rehabilitation facility in Palo Alto, California, licensed for 12 residents.
Where is La Selva located?: La Selva is at 652 Forest Avenue, Palo Alto, California 94301. It is near Heritage Park.
When was La Selva last inspected?: California's Community Care Licensing Division last visited La Selva on Dec 4, 2025.
Has La Selva had any citations?: As the state tallies them (per visit, so a follow-up visit can count a citation again), La Selva's public record lists 2 Type A and 2 Type B citations. The full inspection report, free from a local advisor, explains each one.
Who can live at La Selva?: The state licenses La Selva to serve adults with mental health needs. Its license notes: "Licensed to serve 12 adult clients, ages 18 and above. All clients to be ambulatory."