Loving Hands Home Care Svc
1260 A St, Hayward, CA, 94541
"We are a NON-Medical Home care Services. Independently Owned. We provide temporary and long term care."
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.
1260 A St, Hayward, CA, 94541
"We are a NON-Medical Home care Services. Independently Owned. We provide temporary and long term care."
READ MORE951 Mariners Island Blvd. Suite 300, San Mateo, CA, 94404
"Our San Mateo office provides Caregivers to seniors who live in the city of San Mateo, in addition to those who live in the surrounding citi..."
READ MORE533 Airport Blvd Suite 400, Burlingame, CA, 94010
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1763 Van Buren St, San Mateo, CA, 94403
1050 Chestnut St. Suite 202B , Menlo Park, CA, 94025
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 ..."
READ MORE1900 Camden Avenue , Suite205 , San Jose, CA, 95124
The 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 |
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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.