At Home Support Senior Care
1590 El Camino Real Suite K , San Bruno, CA, 94066
"AT HOME SUPPORT SENIOR CARE (AHSSC) is a family-owned and independently operated Home Care Organization (HCO), in business to serve the mor..."
READ MORESan Mateo, California, is listed on Caring’s 2022 Senior Living Report and recognized for benefits such as high access to health care, low crime and clean air. It accommodates retirees who rely on mobility aids through its numerous ADA-accessible public transportation amenities, and the high number of multi-family houses keeps housing prices affordable. The city also has many home care agencies. These agencies, which provide supportive services such as transportation and personal care, charge approximately $6,864 per month in San Mateo. For seniors seeking skilled nursing services in their homes, such as wound care and medication administration, home health care may be a more appropriate, though pricier, option.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the San Mateo area – 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.
1590 El Camino Real Suite K , San Bruno, CA, 94066
"AT HOME SUPPORT SENIOR CARE (AHSSC) is a family-owned and independently operated Home Care Organization (HCO), in business to serve the mor..."
READ MORE1900 South Norfolk St., Half Moon Bay, CA, 94019
4.9
(60 reviews)
"We hired Home Helpers. They were very good, so I was very pleased with them. I used them for my husband. I just liked the discussion I had with the owner of the company. We had 24-hour live-in care. Their caregivers were very good...."
READ MORE1431 Oakland Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
4.8
(52 reviews)
"TheraCare of Redwood City, CA was wonderful in helping the family in caring for our mom in the last stage of her life. They provided in home care that allowed us to care for mom in her home. TheraCare was extremely responsive when we needed the sk..."
READ MORE835 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103
4.4
(25 reviews)
"My husband used Honor Home Care. Services include companionship, meal preparation, and supervision of pills. I had many different caregivers. Some of them were superb, some of them were not particularly willing or able to engage with my husband. That..."
READ MORE3144 G St. Suite. 125-209, Merced, CA, 95340
5.0
(9 reviews)
"The caregivers from A Step Above Caregiving, LLC pretty much do what we ask them to do. We have caregivers over during the night and they give her showers, wash her hair, and make sure she doesn't fall. They also check her blood sugar and give her sn..."
READ MORE885 N. San Antonio Rd, Suite R, Los Altos, CA, 94022
4.8
(11 reviews)
"Our family needed a part time caregiver for our 99 year old father. Our first experience was with another company who could have cared less and who's service was below standard. When we changed to Homecare CA we were skeptical about the entire indu..."
READ MORE3817 Howe Court, Fremont, CA, 94538
5.0
(5 reviews)
"JM Professional was able to help me with my mom. The caregiver who is assisting my mom is extremely caring and patient with her. I feel very safe and comfortable in leaving my mom with her. ..."
READ MORE1968 S. Coast Hwy Ste 3995, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I go through them to take care of my mother, she has had dementia for 4 years and they have been there every step of the way, they stay the night with her and are there for EVERYTHING! They are very reliable I don’t know what I would do with out thes..."
READ MORE3723 Haven Ave Suite 122, Menlo Park, CA, 94025
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Love At Home Senior Care is a warm and compassionate Company. The team is thoughtful, thorough, proactive, detail oriented, communicative and honest. They handle all aspects of Care with a Heart and warmth response. I can definitely highly recommen..."
READ MORE37600 Central Ct. | Suite# 201, Newark, CA, 94560
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I had an emergency at 7pm and needed a caregiver the next day. Bilal went right to work. He found a person with 20 years experience who was terrific with our friends who had Alzheimer's. He made it over to visit the next day and wee are now going ..."
READ MORE555 Pierce Street Unit CML-4, Albany, CA, 94706
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I highly recommend the staff at Beacon Home Care. They are very attentative to my mothers needs and I appreciate the bond the caregiver has built with her. Good luck and continued success to Shaun and staff! Dolores ..."
READ MORE800 Winchester Dr. , Burlingame, CA, 94010
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Canopy sends someone to care for my mother-in law for about five hours. It's been great and working really well. They get along well, and it's been a very good experience. She drives her to visit my father-in law, and on the way home, they stop and g..."
READ MORE1720 Marco Polo Way Suite E , Burlingame, CA, 94010
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I am using Senior Assist of the Peninsula. They are fabulous and bill me every two weeks. The caregiver taking care of Mom is fabulous. My mother loves her, which was the biggest deal. ..."
READ MORE1101 S Winchester Blvd # E155, San Jose, CA, 95128
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My father is 81 years of age. The past couple of years, he has run into some serious health issues followed by fracturing both hips. After the second hip fracture and before being released from Mission Skilled Nursing, we were referred to Griswold ..."
READ MORE15316 Central Ave, San Leandro, CA, 94578
5.0
(2 reviews)
" need help with my mother -in-law in California. I was really impressed with everything that I went through with NESTVY senior placement and home care, the caregiver is so good and patience,highly recommend..."
READ MORE58 Mahogany Dr , South San Francisco, CA, 94080
5.0
(1 reviews)
"the caregiver for my mom is from Aslec home care aide. they treated my mom and I like family member. So sad not to work with them because my mother pass away last year. i myself will hire them next time I need there service. I like Gina1 And Gina 2 ..."
READ MORE444 Townsend Street #3 , San Francisco, CA, 94107
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I found Caresimply on the internet. Their care was satisfactory. The caregivers were good and I like their work attitude. They help me with shopping and laundry. I am happy with how they are helping me for the past weeks since I got them. I am very c..."
READ MORE4444 Geary Blvd #210, San Francisco, CA, 94118
5.0
(1 reviews)
"ChoiceCare is wonderful. I have had my Mom on services for the last few years. They are very reliable, trustworthy and easy to deal with. I am very happy! ..."
READ MORE1111 Morse Avenue #17 , Sunnyvale, CA, 94089
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Helping Hands is one of the agencies that provide 24-hour care. They sent us a couple of caregivers. One comes in four days a week and the other one is on three days a week. They're good. We've been working with them for about nine months now. ..."
READ MOREThe Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey estimates monthly home care rates in San Mateo at $6,864, which is significantly higher than the respective state and national averages of $6,101 and $4,957. In San Jose, care costs are even higher, coming in at $7,102, but in Napa, rates are a little lower at $6,435. In Vallejo, home care agencies charge $5,958 for services, and in Modesto, fees are comparatively affordable at $5,768.
San Mateo
$6,864
California
$6,101
The United States
$4,957
Vallejo
$5,958
San Jose
$7,102
Modesto
$5,768
Napa
$6,435
Seniors in San Mateo pay $6,864 per month for basic home care and $7,150 for home health care. This may be an affordable alternative to nursing home placement, which costs $11,566 for shared rooms. Assisted living, which provides personal care in a residential community environment, is several hundred dollars cheaper than home care at $6,319. Seniors who live at home and attend adult day health care pay the lowest rates in San Mateo of $1,950.
Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$7,150
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$6,319
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,566
Note: Data for San Mateo was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.
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.
While finding home care services can be challenging, seniors in San Mateo have access to a support network that helps them navigate the system. The following table outlines government programs, nonprofit agencies and locally operated programs that help older adults find affordable in-home care. These resources may also help qualified seniors reduce living costs, which may enable them to remain in their own homes.
Resource | Contact | Service |
---|---|---|
Aging and Adult Services | (800) 675-8437 | The Aging and Adult Services division of the San Mateo County Health Department is the Area Agency on Aging for the region, meaning it provides government-funded support services for those aged 60 and over. It operates the local In-Home Supportive Services program. It also provides referrals for community-based services. |
Veterans Service Office | (650) 802-6598 | The Veterans Service Office helps older veterans determine eligibility for programs such as Aid and Attendance, disability compensation and the VA’s Veterans Home Care, which can help pay for in-home care. The office can also provide referrals for community-based services such as transportation and financial assistance. |
Senior Center | (650) 522-7490 | The Senior Center hosts a range of activities for those aged 55 and over, including games, social programs and age-friendly fitness classes, helping those who live alone to avoid loneliness and isolation. It can also help seniors connect with programs such as S.A.S.H., which provides grocery shopping and delivery services. |
Meals on Wheels | (650) 272-5041 | Seniors unable to obtain meals themselves can arrange home-delivered meals through the Meals on Wheels program. Screened volunteers deliver meals daily and provide wellness checks, and they’re trained on how to report safety concerns. The program also conducts in-home assessments to evaluate clients’ needs and connect them with community-based services. |
Property Tax Postponement Program | (800) 952-5661 | The Property Tax Postponement Program enables qualified individuals to defer property taxes on their primary residences. This can reduce homeownership costs and help seniors afford to remain in their homes throughout retirement. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – oftentimes 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.