Burlingame is a small city on the San Francisco Peninsula in California. According to the U.S. Census, the city is home to around 30,000 people, and 15.5% of its residents are aged 65 or older. Residents benefit from being in a thriving part of California, with the pleasant climate the state has to offer. The Mills-Peninsula Medical Center is a 241-bed acute care hospital covering a variety of specializations, and the Mills-Peninsula Stroke Center is also nearby.
Nursing home services provide 24-hour medical care and supervision. In Burlingame, nursing home care is costly compared to the national average of $7,756 per month, with the average cost of a semiprivate room being $11,566, according to the Genworth 2022 Cost of Care Survey. This is also costly compared to the California average of $9,794. Seniors who simply require personal care assistance may find assisted living more affordable, and those who would prefer to remain in their own homes may wish to consider home care providers.
In this guide, we’ll explore the different types of care available in Burlingame and look at some resources available to help seniors choose their care provider or stay at home longer.