San Jose, California is ranked in the top 20 cities for health care in Caring’s 2022 Senior Living report and will appeal to seniors who desire a quiet and relaxed city for retirement. It offers a gorgeous natural setting with the Sierra Nevada Mountains nearby, and residents can take advantage of the warm and sunny climate. San Jose is also home to several high-quality hospitals with 24-hour emergency departments, including O’Connor Hospital and Good Samaritan Hospital.
The 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports that San Jose residents pay on average $7,102 per month for home care, which provides help with daily living activities. This differs from home health care, which includes additional medical services.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in San Jose– complete with services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled resources to help seniors and their families to access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.
2155 S. Bascom Ave. Suite 116, Campbell, CA, 95008
4.9
(50 reviews)
"Carol from Family Matters helped my mother and family through a really rough time. She organized expert, loving care from her professional caregivers. She made sure my mom had 24/7 care after a fall left her vulnerable and in need of care and su..."
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4600 El Camino Real STE 211, Los Altos, CA, 94022
5.0
(32 reviews)
"This is the note I wrote to Starlight Caregivers after my brother moved and no longer needed their excellent care: I want to thank you all sincerely for taking care of my brother through a very difficult period. You kept him going as best as his..."
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7567 Amador Valley Blvd., Suite 203, Dublin, CA, 94568
5.0
(22 reviews)
"We are very grateful for deciding to go with Care Plus Providers after researching many agencies, facilities and residential caregivers. We had 3 very competent caregivers who helped care for our father in different stages of his care needs. ..."
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1675 Scott Blvd, Ste A, Santa Clara, CA, 95050
4.9
(19 reviews)
" We have, my wife Bonnie and I, been contracted to Essential Care since August 2020, are ongoing clients, and are very satisfied with the services received. Any problems with cover have been rapidly resolved and all the Caregivers have been kind,..."
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26236 Industrial Blvd, Hayward, CA, 94545
4.4
(19 reviews)
"We have used Best Home Care for a little over a year for my mother who has various joint and mobility issues. Mike and his staff make a very big effort in finding a good caregiver match. Mike has been available on weekends and evenings which we ..."
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17015 Walnut Grove Dr, Suite 103 C, Morgan Hill, CA, 95037
4.8
(13 reviews)
"Through Home Instead, we are finding a new friend, who amazingly, is a perfect match for June. Always on time and prepared to share the day with us. When she sees something that need attention she follows through a if she has known us for years."
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901 Campisi Way, Campbell, CA, 95008
4.6
(14 reviews)
"Gentiva is very nice. We have a caregiver, and we like him a lot. They come on time and are very friendly. We're just satisfied pretty much all around. They come and get my dad ready for the day. They feed him breakfast. They're for companionship,..."
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890 Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park, CA, 94025
4.5
(12 reviews)
"We hired Care Indeed and that's been great. Mostly, they care for my dad, like transferring, feeding, bathing, and grooming. The caregiver comes 6 hours a day. She is very kind, competent, and caring. She listens to my mom. She's there to help my ..."
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1660 Hamilton Ave, Suite 204, San Jose, CA, 95125
4.2
(12 reviews)
"They do a great job caring for my mother in her home. The caregivers are very compassionate and caring and sensitive to her needs. They are companions as well as caregivers. "
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5070 N. 6th Street, Suite 109 , Fresno, CA, 93710
5.0
(3 reviews)
"We have been using their home care services for over 2 years in the care of my wife. Two shifts of 3 hours in the morning to get her cleaned up, dressed , and fed along with some exercises . Then the reverse of 3 hours in the evening to get her..."
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42 W Campbell Ave, #101, Campbell, CA, 95008
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I had a recent outpatient procedure at PAMF in Mt. View scheduled for 4 p.m. on Monday, July 3rd which many consider part of the long weekend. Due to that factor, my usual local transport was unavailable and others too far away. I was searching ..."
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830 Stewart Dr # 214, Sunnyvale, CA, 94085
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We were in a tough situation and needed caregivers for my dad on very short notice. He needed pretty involved care since he had later stage Parkinsons. Their team was able to work with all of our requests and matched us with a caregiver in less th..."
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1066 Saratoga Ave , San Jose, CA, 95117
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My parents are using FirstLight Home Care Silicon Valley. They've helped us on and off for the last month. They've been great and very flexible in terms of timing and working with my parents. They've been very good. They're providing transportatio..."
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901 Campisi Way, STE 180, Campbell, CA, 95008
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Right at home provided truly caring caregiver for my mother. The caregiver was always on time, really hard working and cheerful! She took my mom for doctor's appointments, did errands and helped her a lot around the house! She even did some garden..."
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2006 Winchester Blvd Suite # D, Campbell, CA, 95008
"At SYNERGY HomeCare we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to live a purposeful, connected, and healthy life in their community. ..."
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2257 Wayfield Way Suite D, San Jose, CA, 95122
"Family Love Homecare aims to provide the best in home care service to clients in need at their comfort of their homes. Our professional trai..."
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1879 Lundy Avenue Suite 218 , San Jose, CA, 95131
"Nu Care is an independently owned and operated non-medical in-home care provider. We are compassionate professionals committed to our client..."
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37060 Saint Edwards Street , Newark, CA, 94560
"We provide nonmedical personal service and assistance that maintains safety and quality of life of our clients. We have a team of qualified ..."
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40343 Robin Street , Fremont, CA, 94538
"At Stanford Senior care, we promote and maintain the independence of individuals and their families by providing quality and compassionate c..."
READ MOREThe 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey found that the cost of monthly home care in San Jose is about $1,000 higher than the state average of $6,101. The nearby cities of Santa Cruz and San Francisco also have lower average home care costs than San Jose. In fact, San Jose has one of the highest average costs of home care in the state, second only to the San Luis Obispo area. Overall, California is an expensive state for care as the state average is over $1,000 more than the national average.
San Jose
$6,292
California
$6,101
The United States
$4,957
Modesto
$5,768
San Francisco
$6,864
Santa Cruz
$6,864
San Luis Obispo
$7,150
In San Jose, home care average monthly costs are the same as home health care costs. Unlike home care, home health care typically includes light medical services administered by registered nurses or therapists. These services may include medication administration, wound care or occupational therapy. Home care is also significantly more expensive than adult day health care by more than $5,000. Home care also costs $1,102 per month more than an assisted living facility. Nursing home care has the highest monthly cost out of all care types and is more than $4,700 more expensive than home care.
Home Care
$7,102
Home Health Care
$7,102
Adult Day Care
$1,820
Assisted Living
$6,000
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$11,863
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
Home care services are only one of the pieces needed for seniors to gracefully age in place. There are many services and programs that are low-cost or free, that enable seniors to enjoy an independent lifestyle in the comfort of their own home, such as help with home modifications, meal delivery services, and more. Below, we’ve compiled a few of the most helpful resources in San Jose:
| Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Department of Aging and Adult Services (Santa Clara County) | (408) 755-7600 | 353 W. Julian St., San Jose, CA 95110 | The Department of Aging and Adult Services offers in-home supportive services, nutrition programs and adult protective sources to eligible seniors. It also provides support and resources for caregivers. Each program has different eligibility guidelines, but seniors who have Medicare health insurance generally qualify. The local Meals on Wheels program is managed by this department. |
| Farewell to Falls Program | (650) 724-9369 | 300 Pasteur Drive, Stanford, CA 94305 | Farewell to Falls is a free program offered to people aged 65 or older who have either recently fallen or are concerned about falls. It’s offered through the Trauma Service and Emergency Department at Stanford University Medical Center. The program focuses on fall prevention and offers tips, home safety assessments, home exercise programs and more. |
| Health Trust (Healthy Aging Initiative) | (408) 513-8700 | 3180 Newberry Drive, Suite 200, San Jose, CA 95118 | This program ensures that vulnerable populations living in California’s Silicon Valley receive the services they need to stay healthy and engaged with the community. The Healthy Aging Initiative focuses primarily on services related to housing, food and chronic diseases. There are a wide range of programs in these sectors, and most people over 65 qualify. A diverse group of volunteers help to keep the program running. |
| R.Y.D.E. Transportation Service | (408)255-8033 | 10104 Vista Drive, Cupertino, CA 95014 | The Reach Your Destination Easily Transportation Service offers curb-to-curb transport and local trip planning for all seniors over the age of 65. Rides should be planned in advance and are available from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. or from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Fees are fixed based on the number of miles to your destination and income guidelines. Trips up to 4 miles start at 90 cents or $9 depending on income. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.
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