Holland House
2634 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 MORESeniors who require some assistance with daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and preparing meals might enjoy living in an assisted living community. Housekeeping and laundry services as well as meals are provided, and transportation to appointments and activities is often included. The cost of assisted living is $6,100 per month in Menlo Park, which is a bit higher than the $5,000 median for the state.
This guide examines the benefits and drawbacks of living in Menlo Park. It compares the local cost of assisted living with other parts of the state and types of senior care, and provides information about available aging-related resources.
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2634 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 MORE373 Pine Ln, Los Altos, CA, 94022
4.2
(20 reviews)
"The Terraces was very nice, it was neat, and very well-maintained. We had a tour of the available residences, they gave us floorplans, menus for the week, and activities for a month. We had dinner with a couple who lived there. The food was terrific ..."
READ MORE1931 Woodside Road, Redwood City, CA, 94061
4.5
(11 reviews)
"Palm Villas of Redwood City was all one level. There were a lot of outdoor areas where you could sit in the sun, and enjoy an aviary, or just sit and talk and have coffee. It seemed that the people were friendly and knowledgeable. It looked to be a g..."
READ MORE1320 Valota Road, Redwood City, CA, 94061
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Having compassion, kindness and competence, The Ark in Redwood City, CA made a significant impact in my Dad’s health recovery. Bethany and her team of empathetic healthcare professionals were excellent. In particular, Val was a medical angel with hi..."
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 MORE649 University Avenue, Palo Alto, CA, 94301
4.1
(13 reviews)
"My mother has moved into Lytton Gardens. The care that she's being given is very detailed and correct, especially in this time of the pandemic. The facility is very clean, and they have maintenance people that can help cater some items for her. They'..."
READ MORE501 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA, 94028
5.0
(2 reviews)
1855 Miramonte Avenue, Mountain View, CA, 94040
4.4
(7 reviews)
"It is Christian oriented (Catholic) but does not discriminate. It is located in a quiet park setting near a stand of redwoods and beautiful flowers and is well removed from traffic, auto or pedestrian. Daily Mass is celebrated every morning in a beau..."
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 MORE801 Rose Avenue, Mountain View, CA, 94040
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Pine Hills has a very low ratio between patient and caregiver; I really like it. My dad has his own room, the caregivers are very nice, and they cooked homemade foods. My dad has dementia, and they always have someone around my dad even someone watch..."
READ MORE1515 Maddux Drive, Redwood City, CA, 94061
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My aunt currently lives in Britannia Place and she is happy there. She gets a lot of attention and help. It's a small community, like a single home, with maybe about six people in total. They have private rooms and she loves the food. The whole move-..."
READ MORE176 S Bernardo Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA, 94086
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Magnolia Inn looks like a house from the outside. They have good parking and it's in a residential area. They have a pretty nice, large outdoor area. The staff seemed like they were much more friendly. They have a pretty nice kitchen. The décor is pr..."
READ MORE1007 Miramonte Ave, Mountain View, CA, 94040
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My grandmother is well cared for at this facility and they speak her native language. It is a small place that is clean and well kept. Visiting hours are flexible and the food is very good. The people are friendly and I trust them to oversee her we..."
READ MORE899 E Charleston Rd, Palo Alto, CA, 94303
3.5
(4 reviews)
"I visited this facility and was wowed by the high quality of the apartments and facilities - absolutely beautiful! The apartments have high ceilings and granite countertops, they look like high-end condos. The dining room is bright and everything i..."
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 MORE809 Alice Avenue, Mountain View, CA, 94040
2.0
(2 reviews)
"Dad was at Casa Alice Care Home for about 6 weeks. He would go to bed at 9 o’clock, get up at 11 o’clock, and stay up until 3 or 4 in the morning. He was having several incontinence issues, and he was not responding well to the staff. I think part of..."
READ MORE513 Broughton Lane, Foster City, CA, 94404
530 LAKEVIEW WAY, Redwood City, CA, 94062
The California Department of Social Services is responsible for licensing and inspecting residential care facilities in Menlo Park and throughout the state. The department also keeps track of available beds and informs the public about senior residential care policies.
According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020, the cost of assisted living in Menlo Park is $6,100 per month, which is significantly higher than the statewide average of $5,000 and the national median of $4,300 per month.
Although the cost of assisted living in Menlo Park is higher than the California and U.S. averages, it’s on par with other cities in the San Francisco Bay Area. Only Santa Clara has a higher cost at $6,800, and San Jose’s assisted living cost is lower at $5,875. Costs drop in cities further away from the Bay, such as Sacramento and Fresno, where rates average $5,395 and $4,750, respectively.
Menlo Park
$6,100
California
$5,000
Santa Clara
$6,800
San Jose
$5,875
Sacramento
$5,395
Fresno
$4,750
At $6,100 per month, the cost of assisted living is about midrange compared to other options in Menlo Park. Seniors who prefer to age in place in their own homes can hire a homemaker or a home health aide at a median monthly cost of $6,101 for either service. For seniors who only need assistance on weekdays, adult day health care is a more affordable $1,950 per month. Full-time care in a nursing home ranges from $12,471 to $15,208 per month respectively for a semiprivate or private room.
Homemaker Services
$6,101
Home Health Aide
$6,101
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$6,100
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$12,471
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$15,208
Note: Data for Menlo Park was unavailable, so data for San Francisco was used instead.
Eligible seniors can find financial assistance services in Menlo Park through both the Medicaid 1915(c) Assisted Living Waiver Program, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and the optional state supplement (OSS).
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.
Free resources are available to help Menlo Park seniors with finding transportation, navigating healthcare coverage and dealing with long-term care issues. Seniors can also find advocates for issues that arise in their assisted living communities.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Menlo Park Older Adult Services | (650) 330-2283 | The city hosts various programs for seniors at the Arrillaga Family Recreation Center, including congregate meals that older residents can enjoy with friends. They can also attend fun activities and classes. Seniors can paint, practice sewing or learn Spanish, and take part in exercise classes including armchair yoga and chair dancing. |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (650) 780-5707 | The California Long-Term Care Ombudsman is an advocate for Menlo Park seniors in assisted living and other long-term care settings. The ombudsman deals with issues such as dietary problems and insufficient care. Seniors can also get advice and help from the ombudsman about medical care, rehabilitation and access to state benefits. |
San Mateo County Area Agency on Aging | (650) 713-8447 | The San Mateo County Area Agency on Aging helps seniors connect with a wide range of resources, such as health promotion programs, transportation services and legal assistance through the county's Legal Aid Society. The AAA also partners with AARP to provide seniors with information on vital issues, such as avoiding phone scams. |
RSVP of San Mateo County and Northern Santa Clara County | (650) 696-7660 | RSVP offers Menlo Park residents aged 55 and older opportunities to volunteer and continue contributing to the community using the skills they’ve learned over a lifetime. RSVP volunteers also offer seniors in assisted living communities the chance to connect with others through friendly visits. |
Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) | (650) 627-9350 | San Mateo County HICAP provides seniors with free Medicare and Medi-Cal counseling and help accessing resources to cover expenses such as prescription drugs. New and current Medicare recipients can get unbiased advice about their coverage options, including long-term care insurance plans, and assistance with filing claims and appeals. |
San Mateo County Veterans Services Office | (650) 802-6598 | The Veterans Services Office helps Menlo Park seniors access state and federal benefits they’ve earned through their military service. Vets can get assistance applying for VA health care coverage as well as disability compensation, pensions and Aid and Attendance benefits, which may help them pay for assisted living. |
Menlo Park-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
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