Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in San Mateo County, CA below include 100 Assisted Living facilities with 263 reviews....
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485 Woodside Road, Redwood City, CA, 94061
4.0
(58 reviews)
"We are in the process of moving my dad to Brookdale Redwood City. What he liked best was the courtyard and just the ability to be not just inside the building, but the feeling that he had someplace to go outside to enjoy nature. It didn't feel like l..."
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2883 South Norfolk Street, San Mateo, CA, 94403
3.8
(40 reviews)
"Atria is not a senior facility… it is my Home! It took awhile to feel this way but Angie our Activity Director and her assistant,Annelly changed my mind and my heart. Angie celebrates EVERYTHING; each holiday (and some are obscure) and she creates ad..."
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955 South El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA, 94402
4.3
(25 reviews)
"My mom has moved into Sunrise of San Mateo. The layout is nice. They're not big, which is good for us. A lot of places are big, but that would be hard for her to access and there'd be confusion. So the size is perfect for her. I believe that everyone..."
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707 Thayer Lane, Foster City, CA, 94404
4.6
(20 reviews)
"I like living here because of the friendliness of the people and I also like being around people that are willing to help those in needs. Some may have parkinsons or just need reassurance or help to find a doctor. There alot of caring people here...."
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1733 California Drive, Burlingame, CA, 94010
4.8
(10 reviews)
"The rooms are spacious and well lit, when visiting my mother I always felt comfortable. The staff was always responsive when I asked for something and treated all visitors appropriately. The activities director is fantastic, she would always encour..."
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1201 Broadway, Millbrae, CA, 94030
4.3
(15 reviews)
"Cadence Millbrae was very nice. The administrator was very alert and concerned about my mother's situation. She toured us around very thoroughly and she was very friendly. The facility was clean and all the people we'd pass by in the hallways that wo..."
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601 Laurel Avenue, San Mateo, CA, 94401
4.7
(8 reviews)
"Focusing on your unique needs and preferences, Sunrise Senior Living takes a holistic approach to senior care. With us, you can expect consi..."
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250 Myrtle Road, Burlingame, CA, 94010
4.5
(12 reviews)
"Pacifica Senior Living Burlingame is a great place and my mom likes it a lot. She has a large 2-room apartment. She has 3 meals a day. There's a courtyard in the front, which is a very nice sunny patio area with nice chairs that overlooks the park. T..."
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501 King Drive, Daly City, CA, 94015
4.0
(16 reviews)
"I made a commitment here because it is very nice, and I liked the atmosphere, the cleanliness, the room style, and everything about it. It had very fine people and excellent staff. ..."
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1818 Trousdale Drive, Burlingame, CA, 94010
4.4
(10 reviews)
"My mother is a resident of Oakmont of Burlingame. I was impressed with the number of staff to the number of people that are living there. There was a very good ratio of staff compared to people living there. The place was clean, they went ahead and o..."
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1010 Alameda de Las Pulgas, Belmont, CA, 94002
4.3
(11 reviews)
"I toured Ivy Park at Belmont and it was a very nice tour. It was very warm and welcoming, clean, and nicely decorated. The hallways, the rooms, and the dining room looked very nice. The food looked delicious and they had a lot of activities. The staf..."
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2045 Sea Cliff Way, San Bruno, CA, 94066
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I visited Golden Manor of San Bruno. They had a person there that who helped with their meals, hair cutting, grooming, and stuff like that. It was a home setting type thing. It was like they had 7 bedrooms in there. Then, they had a kitchen, a living..."
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624 Cypress Avenue, Millbrae, CA, 94030
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My dad has been settled for several months now, so he's fine, and he is in Golden Age. I'm very happy with them. They take excellent care of my dad. He is very happy there. I don't have any complaints at all. He has a bedroom. Golden Age is a home; i..."
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1600 Trousdale Drive, Burlingame, CA, 94010
4.4
(5 reviews)
"I would like my friend to be at The Trousdale and it looked very positive that's gonna happen. It is very beautiful, spacious, and well taken care of. The staff is very caring, at the same time, very professional. The services seemed pretty complete ..."
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900 6th Avenue, Belmont, CA, 94002
4.3
(3 reviews)
"I went here. I like the location. It's a nice place and nice layout. I like everything about it. Everything was very professional and very clean. I didn't see anything at this point that needed any improvement. The staff during the tour was very plea..."
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1 East Selby Lane, Redwood City, CA, 94063
3.6
(6 reviews)
"I toured Oakmont of Redwood City. They were all great. I would have been happy with any of them if I needed a place. Everyone was prepared when I got there. They have multiple movie rooms. They had a room for after-hours food where customers could he..."
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1235 Hopkins Ave., Redwood City, CA, 94062
3.7
(4 reviews)
"Hopkins Manor is the best of the best! They provide outstanding and loving service to their residents. My mother was one. Honestly, my family and I feel so blessed to have had them provide the care to our wonderful mom. And during her last weeks ..."
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777 Bayview drive, San Carlos, CA, 94070
"Bayview Villa �Boutique style� living Specializing in memory care! Bayview Villa is a family-owned community. We serve those residents w..."
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1424 Sanchez Ave, Burlingame, CA, 94080
"sidential care home for the elderly. We are located in the Peninsula, just a few minutes south of the beautiful city of San Francisco, Calif..."
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2511 Catalpa Way, San Bruno, CA, 94066
"Our warm and welcoming senior Board and Care can help provide families with immediate relief to ensure that your loved ones are properly car..."
READ MOREThe Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey discloses that the average assisted living facility in the United States charges $4,300 per month for services. In California, care costs tend to be higher, with average assisted living fees coming in at $5,000. Cost data isn’t available for San Mateo County, but because of its proximity to San Francisco, this city is used for the following cost comparison. Here, assisted living fees exceed state and national averages at $6,100 per month. Â
At $6,100 per month, the San Mateo County region is among the most expensive in the state for assisted living. Only a handful of cities have higher monthly care costs, including Santa Cruz, where facilities charge approximately $6,800 per month, and Salinas, where monthly fees are the highest in the state at $7,100. Seniors seeking more affordable care options may find lower rates in Santa Maria, where fees are consistent with the statewide average at $5,000, or in San Diego, where they’re closer to the national median at $4,525. In Merced, rates are low at $3,750, and in Bakersfield, care costs are the lowest in the state at $3,613. Â
San Mateo County/San Francisco Area
$6,100
California
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
Santa Cruz Area
$6,800
Salinas
$7,100
Santa Maria Area
$5,000
San Diego Area
$4,525
Merced
$3,750
Bakersfield
$3,613
California’s Medicaid program, Medi-Cal, offers financial assistance to help impoverished seniors cover the cost of assisted living. Those who are eligible may be able to take part in the state’s Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALWP).
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.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Aging and Adult Services | (800) 675-8437 | Aging and Adult Services is one of California’s 33 Area Agencies on Aging, which are nonprofit organizations that advocate on behalf of aging issues in the state. Through their local AAA, San Mateo County seniors obtain a broad range of services, including information and referrals for community-based services, legal assistance and transportation services. The agency is also a HICAP location with advisors who can answer questions and provide guidance with issues related to Medicare, Medicaid and long-term care insurance. |
| Well Connected | (877) 797-7299 | Well Connected is a service of Covia, a local nonprofit public benefit organization. This virtual community features free programming that addresses a broad range of interests, including line dancing, art classes, knit and crochet circles, health and wellness and current events. Participants also find groups where they can share stories about their pets, travels or work history. Services are available in English and Spanish. |
| Veterans Service Office | (650) 802-6598 | The county’s VSO serves veterans and families in the region through a wide range of programs, including those that may help cover health and assisted living expenses. The office can help qualifying veterans and their families apply for service-related disability compensation, non-service-connected pension claims, federal and state veterans’ benefits, and the Aid and Attendance benefit. The office also provides information and referrals for discharge upgrading and community-based agencies. |
| Senior Center | (650) 522-7490 | The senior center in the City of San Mateo is one of several in the county. This center provides social and recreational programming for residents aged 50 and over, including history or current events seminars, yoga classes and games. Members can participate in regular activities such as the center’s band, book discussion groups, computer and technology classes and chorus. The center also hosts special seasonal and holiday events. |
| Ombudsman Services of San Mateo County, Inc. | (650) 780-5707 | Ombudsman Services of San Mateo County, Inc., advocates on behalf of seniors in a variety of issues that may arise in assisted living, from problems related to the quality of care to abuse, neglect or exploitation. This agency educates residents of their rights and ensures that they’re receiving the services they’re entitled to. It can also help seniors and families locate long-term care facilities. |
| Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County | (650) 558-0915 | The Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County provides free civil legal services to those aged 60 and over. Through this nonprofit agency, seniors obtain assistance with applying for public benefits such as Medicare or Social Security, as well as with drafting wills or assigning powers of attorney. |
San Mateo County-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
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Christine A.
5.0
Review of Atria Park of San Mateo
Atria is not a senior facility… it is my Home! It took awhile to feel this way but Angie our Activity Director and her assistant,Annelly changed my mind and my heart. Angie celebrates EVERYTHING;...
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Yin_001
4.0
Review of Cadence Millbrae
When I stepped into Cadence Millbrae, it was very quiet, very bright, and very clean. When I approached the person who was in the reception area, she was very nice and very helpful. They gave us a...
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Mauro
2.0
Review of Sunvill Board And Care II
I moved my wife to Sunvill Board and Care II. The staff is too old to take care of the person that's younger than them. There's no activity there. The only time that I can take her to the living...
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