Blue Ribbon Home Care
1905 Concourse Dr., San Jose, CA, 95131
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.
1905 Concourse Dr., San Jose, CA, 95131
3875 Bohannon Dr #2606, Suite 119, Menlo Park, CA, 94026
"Family owned and operated, Familiar Surroundings Home Care was built on a philosophy that quality care begins with a trusted relationship be..."
READ MORE31 North 2nd Street Suite 260, San Jose, CA, 95113
97 South 2nd Street, Ste. 100 #277, San Jose, CA, 95113
"At Home Helpers Home Care, we’re here to do exactly what our name says: help. We’re more than an in-home health care agency – we’re your ext..."
READ MORE1765 Scott Blvd, Ste#109, Santa Clara, CA, 95050
" We are a family owned and operated agency and in service of the Bay area for over a decade. We have been providing care for Bay area fami..."
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1101 S Winchester Blvd Suite F163, San Jose, CA, 95128
"We help our clients to stay in the comfort of their own homes. With our in-home care services, clients will not need to rely on family membe..."
READ MORE1729 N First St #20604, San Jose, CA, 95112
" We have a Registered Nurse who is available at no extra cost to you. She supervises our caregivers and makes random and scheduled visits."
READ MORE2530 Berryessa Rd, Suite 319, San Jose, CA, 95132
"We provide quality in home services for the Elderly to continue living independently and comfortably in their own homes."
READ MORE1443 Kilchoan Ct, San Jose, CA, 95122
1210 S, Bascom Avenue Ste 123, San Jose, CA, 95128
97 East Brokaw, Ste 240, San Jose, CA, 95112
2160 The Alameda #C , San Jose, CA, 95126
6830 Via Del Oro , San Jose, CA, 95119
1361 S. Winchester Blvd., Suite 200 , San Jose, CA, 95128
The 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 |
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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.