Heritage Park
843 Jefferson Court, San Mateo, CA, 94401
"There comes a time in our lives when our aging loved ones can no longer live on their own. When you face this critical decision making point..."
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Burlingame is located on the San Francisco Peninsula and offers miles of scenic shoreline, access to shops and parks and favorable weather throughout the year. This age-friendly city has about 31,000 residents and a senior community that makes up 16% of the population. It caters to its senior residents through community-based services, accessible public transportation and a range of medical and long-term care options.Â
Along with these amenities, Burlingame has several assisted living communities that provide nonmedical assistance for seniors. These facilities are primarily for those who are largely independent but need help with some daily activities, such as preparing meals, personal care and remembering to take medications. Many facilities are pet-friendly and let residents provide their own furnishings for homelike comfort, and some have amenities, such as convenience stores, multiple dining venues and overnight accommodations for visitors. Rates vary depending on a facility’s size, amenities and fee structure, but on average, seniors in Burlingame pay $6,319 for care. This exceeds the respective state and national norms of $5,250 and $4,500.
This guide provides information on the benefits of moving to Burlingame, along with some things to consider before choosing this city for long-term care. It also lists some helpful resources for older residents.Â
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843 Jefferson Court, San Mateo, CA, 94401
"There comes a time in our lives when our aging loved ones can no longer live on their own. When you face this critical decision making point..."
READ MORE835 Jefferson Court, San Mateo, CA, 94401
"There comes a time in our lives when our aging loved ones can no longer live on their own. When you face this critical decision making point..."
READ MORE3645 Fleetwood Drive, San Bruno, CA, 94066
"We are operating a 6-bed facility for ambulatory and non-ambulatory clients. We only accept private clients. We have 2 private rooms and 2 s..."
READ MORE2921 Isabel Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94403
"Portola Place is an assisted living facility that is located in beautiful San Mateo CA. Our facility is small and is located in a beautiful ..."
READ MORE2634 Holland Street, San Mateo, CA, 94403
"Welcome to Holland House. Our staff all go through training regarding dementia, hospice and other areas of need that our residents may enco..."
READ MORE1640 Eleanor Dr, San Mateo, CA, 94402
"We Care For You We are dedicated to providing you with compassionate assisted living and memory care in a secure and inviting residential..."
READ MORE201 Chadbourne Avenue, Millbrae, CA, 94030
4.7
(21 reviews)
"Magnolia of Millbrae was a large community. It's like one full block. It was spacious but was a little bit too large for my mother. I didn't think she could kind of navigate the area. The staff and everybody were very nice though. We had lunch there ..."
READ MORE2280 Gellert Boulevard, South San Francisco, CA, 94080
3.8
(18 reviews)
"I went to Aegis of San Francisco. I would give them five for everything, but the prices are just all over the range of possibilities. It's just a very nice facility. Filipino staff. Everything about it is top-rate. The apartments are better, nicer in..."
READ MORE707 Elm St, San Carlos, CA, 94070
4.4
(9 reviews)
"My mother was a resident of The Elms for over four years before she passed away at the age of 90 this past holiday season. My brother and I couldn't have chosen a better place for Mom. The staff is amazing! Everyone is very caring, gentle and compass..."
READ MORE89 Westborough Boulevard, South San Francisco, CA, 94080
4.8
(5 reviews)
"Westborough Royale was very well kept. The building was nice and clean and decorated very nicely. The wallpaper and the woodwork and everything all looked very nice. It had 2 large living rooms that I liked that one could relax in. The rooms for the ..."
READ MORE2581 Eucalyptus Way, San Bruno, CA, 94066
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I moved my mom a few times due to COVID as well as changes in her needs, and the employees at Westborough Manor were by far the most compassionate, well-trained, and loving. (I visited weekly.) The place is kept very clean, and it's surprisingly brig..."
READ MORE3653 Pacific Blvd, San Mateo, CA, 94403
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My father is at Pacific Care Home II. The caretakers are very pleasant and very attentive towards the people that are there. They assist them whenever they need to be assisted. They offer me food all the time and their food is very good. It's very ho..."
READ MORE205 Collins Avenue, Colma, CA, 94014
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We chose Peninsula Reflections. I liked the place. It was very nice. The room was big and a single for my partner. I felt warm when we went there and talked to the people. The staff seemed very nice and knowledgeable. They knew what they were doing, ..."
READ MORE849 North Delaware, San Mateo, CA, 94401
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My dad has been at George Anne Home for two months. The staff is very kind, nice, and caring. The house is clean and is really a nice place. They provide hospice care, and I'd highly recommend it. My dad's in a really nice single room with his own ba..."
READ MORE151 28th Ave, San Mateo, CA, 94403
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The lady that runs Judy's Homes For The Elderly is very nice, very helpful, and answers all your questions. It is a lot homey. There are only seven people that reside there. They have two caregivers 24 hours a day. I saw some of the residents in ther..."
READ MORE1382 Williams Avenue, San Bruno, CA, 94066
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Dad is in San Bruno Care Home, and he's just been there for 2 months and it's been a nightmare, from miscommunications to issues with my dad. They advertise as "24 hour awake staff" and they are not. They are not equipped either for "24 hour awake," ..."
READ MORE2 Henry Place, Millbrae, CA, 94030
3.0
(1 reviews)
"My husband moved into Heritage Royale. It's small, but so far, so good. There are three residents, and they have two to three caregivers a day. They have three meals a day and a laundry service. They have a front and a backyard. It's just a house tha..."
READ MORE2400 Carlmont Drive, Belmont, CA, 94002
2.5
(2 reviews)
"My sister has lived at the Lesley Terrace in Belmont ( senior housing) for 7 months. There are a few assisted living units separated from the rest of the residents. The facility is government subsidized so there aren't really any bells and whistles t..."
READ MORE226 Sandpiper Court, Foster City, CA, 94404
"This is a brand new 6 bed facility with an approved Dementia/Alzheimer's program. Facility is located in a safe, quiet cul-de-sac near a pa..."
READ MORE1001 HEMLOCK AVENUE, Millbrae, CA, 94030
The California Department of Social Services licenses assisted living facilities, officially called community care facilities, in Burlingame and the rest of California. This department holds facilities to high standards for housing, staffing and care planning, and it publishes information relevant to seniors in long-term care. It also has a complaint hotline, which residents and families can call at (844) 538-8766.
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In Burlingame, assisted living facilities charge a monthly median rate of $6,319 for services.
Assisted living facilities in Burlingame charge $6,319 per month for residential care, exceeding the state average by 20% and the national norm by 40%. Local care costs are also a little high compared to other cities in the region, with seniors in nearby Santa Cruz paying $5,550 for care. Similarly, in Vallejo, monthly care costs are comparatively economical at $4,950, and in Stockton, monthly fees are 42% lower than in Burlingame. Even so, Burlingame may be an affordable alternative to Santa Rosa, where assisted living facilities charge $7,048 for care.
Burlingame
$6,319
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Vallejo
$4,950
Stockton
$3,649
Santa Rosa
$7,048
Santa Cruz
$5,550
Assisted living residents in Burlingame pay $6,319 per month for care, which is less than what seniors pay for most alternatives in the region. For example, residential care is more economically priced than in-home care and home health care, which cost $6,864 and $7,150 per month, respectively. Additionally, assisted living is considerably more affordable than nursing home care, which averages $11,566 per month. On the other hand, seniors may spend less on care by attending adult day health care facilities, which provide daytime services for $1,950 per month.
In-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 Burlingame was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.
Seniors seeking financial aid for assisted living in Burlingame may apply through the Medi-Cal Assisted Living Waiver Program, a program that helps seniors transition to assisted living.Â
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Burlingame and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Burlingame, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
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Burlingame Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
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