Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Palo Alto, CA below include 23 nursing homes with 213 reviews.
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600 Sand Hill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304
4.6
(13 reviews)
"I was at Vi at Palo Alto for rehab. It was so fantastic. It was like being on a cruise. They were wonderful. All the physical therapists, the caregivers were very kind. I had my own room with a great view. The food was fantastic. I was in a wheelchai..."
$6,090
649 University Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301
4.0
(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'..."
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911 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301
1.5
(6 reviews)
"I like the facility's individualized care plan for their residents meaning everyone has different cases, different situations which they have their own needs that requires specific care. ..."
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2900 Stoneridge Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588
5.0
(9 reviews)
"During my recent stay at Creekview I had a clean and spacious room. There is enough cabinet space for personal belongings. Bed linen is changed regularly. Flooring is cleaned regularly. The food was tasty, hot, and there is a good variety to choose f..."
$12,000
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23500 Cristo Rey Drive, Cupertino, CA 95014
4.8
(64 reviews)
"I toured The Forum at Rancho San Antonio. It's a clean facility with many amenities that I would be interested in. The staff was very knowledgeable. She knew what she was talking about, and I was impressed with her. It would be more what I was lookin..."
$9,990
326 Mission Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
4.2
(5 reviews)
"I would highly recommend living at Aldersly. The staff are all wonderfully dedicated & caring, they provide transportation & fun activities, the food is delicious, and the grounds are just gorgeous. If you are looking for a kind-hearted and professio..."
$8,626
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22427 Montgomery St, Hayward, CA 94541
4.0
(5 reviews)
"I went to Bethesda Home. The place was nice. The location was good. The lady was very professional. The place looked clean. It looked very nice and peaceful...."
$2,300
2780 26th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601
3.8
(11 reviews)
"I'm in Bellaken Garden & Skilled Nursing Center for rehab, and it's been very good. I also like the fact that they're in a military insurance provider network. The upkeep is very good, too. It was hard for me to learn about the staff here. Once I di..."
$5,500
501 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA 94028
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Sequoias-Portola Valley was an excellent place. It has a square layout with a central office, a lounge, and a dining area. The units were scattered all around, and they were all on one level. There was a swimming pool, a gym, and an arts and crafts r..."
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1150 Tilton Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My friend is in Sunnyvale Gardens Post Acute. They have to administer her medicine, and she is strictly in bed. I was in her room for a couple of hours, and the staff came by. She did what she was supposed to do, and she seemed friendly. I also saw p..."
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1267 MERIDIAN AVENUE, San Jose, CA 95125
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We were referred to Willow Glen by the hospital and we chose it because it was by our house. The staff was excellent. They were very good. My father was in a shared room. It was very clean and large. My father really liked the food there because they..."
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16605 LARK AVENUE, Los Gatos, CA 95030
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Awesome staff, clean rooms, compassionate nurses and cna's..timely answering of call light..Good and productive rehab therapy..very clean and homelike environment..Nurses are well trained and knows what they are doing ..."
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14966 Terrono De Flores Lane, Los Gatos, CA 95032
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The place smells great especially like apple cider spice. they have the best friendliest staff in the world especially the therapy department. you were perfect and thank you for saving my life. ~Larry B. ..."
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180 NORTH JACKSON AVENUE, San Jose, CA 95116
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Excellent caring staff and atmosphere. They take the time to make sure we are very comfortable and loved. ..."
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2401 BLANDING AVENUE, Alameda, CA 94501
5.0
(1 reviews)
"This is a great place and the people are very professional as well as personable. They have treated my father well and with great respect. His health and mantal faculties have been declinging but they have adjusted to any of his needs. ..."
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5767 MISSION STREET, San Francisco, CA 94112
5.0
(1 reviews)
"An outstanding Nursing Center under the direction of Elsa.. ..."
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788 Holmes St,, Livermore, CA 94550
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My husband is staying at Avondale Villa Post-Acute. It is an older building, but it's nice and clean. The staff is very good and very attentive. His room, he is sharing it with another gentleman, and it's very nice. He can even have pictures on the w..."
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331 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, San Francisco, CA 94107
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Mission Bay Convalescent Hospital is surrounded by wonderful hospitals like UCSF, Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health. You do not need to worry if the patient needs immediate medical attention. I rated this 5 stars not only because of it's location b..."
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800 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032
4.6
(16 reviews)
"We visited The Terraces of Los Gatos, and it was an excellent place. The staff members were very friendly. The residents were very friendly. The facility was top of the line. My only concern about this place is that it has a different financial str..."
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1400 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94109
4.6
(12 reviews)
"I have known several people who have lived at The Sequoias San Francisco. My cousins live there now, and in both cases, they've been very happy there. I had lunch with them while I was there, and the setting was good. The only reason I wouldn't go fu..."
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Nursing Homes
Mariana
5.0
Review of Vi At Palo Alto
I was at Vi at Palo Alto for rehab. It was so fantastic. It was like being on a cruise. They were wonderful. All the physical therapists, the caregivers were very kind. I had my own room with a...
Provider response
Thank you for the kind words! We appreciate you taking the time to acknowledge Vi at Palo Alto care center.
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ewieland
1.0
Review of Palo Alto Subacute and Rehabilitation Center
Rooms are not what you see in the pictures. Food is awful, lost 20 lbs. It seems that they are short staff and take forever for anyone to come when you do the call button. Can be 5 minutes to over...
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GNcare
1.0
Review of Palo Alto Subacute and Rehabilitation Center
I spent one night here until my primary told me to leave due to lack of procedure knowledge. The food is incredibly horrible. Was brought there from the hospital by ambulance who put me in my...
Comparing the monthly average rates for semiprivate rooms in nursing homes, Palo Alto’s costs are $4,715 higher than the average American city. Prices here are also substantially higher than California’s statewide average of $9,247.
Palo Alto is quite expensive when compared to nearby cities. Its costs are $1,825 above costs in Napa and $3,270 higher than costs in the Santa Cruz area. Nursing homes here are $1,688 more expensive than facilities in Modesto. The San Jose area is an exception where costs exceed Palo Alto’s rates by just $76.
Palo Alto
$12,471
California
$9,247
The United States
$7,756
Modesto
$10,783
Santa Cruz Area
$9,201
Napa
$10,646
San Jose Area
$12,547
In Palo Alto, the average monthly cost for a nursing home semiprivate room is $12,471. The average cost for a private room is $15,208 per month.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
When exploring care options for aging loved ones in Palo Alto, families often find it useful to compare the prices of different senior living accommodations. Adult day health care is the lowest-priced choice at an average of $1,950 per month. Assisted living carries a monthly average rate of $6,100, almost equal to the average costs for homemaker services and home health care. Nursing homes provide the most expensive type of care. In Palo Alto, a semiprivate room costs $12,471 per month, and a private room costs an average of $15,208 per month.
Home care
$1,950
Assisted living
$6,100
Home health care
$6,101
Adult day health care
$6,101
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$12,471
Nursing home (private room)
$15,208
Palo Alto has a variety of aging-related resources for the city’s seniors and their families. Some programs help delay placement in a nursing home. Others can support the health and well-being of individuals who must transition away from their homes and into a long-term care situation.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Institute on Aging | (415) 750-4111 | The Institute on Aging provides and coordinates a continuum of culturally sensitive care for older adults over 65. IOA CONNECT links seniors with programs and community services, including the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), psychology and counseling services and caregiver training. The Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP) provides skilled nurses and social workers to help chronically ill seniors remain in their homes. Clients can also find legal and financial assistance, including representative payee and trustee services. A Friendship Line is open 24/7 for nonemergency emotional support and crisis intervention. |
| Senior Adults Legal Assistance (SALA) | (408) 295-5991 | SALA offers free civil legal assistance and community education to Santa Clara County seniors aged 60 and older. Services include self-help packets, advice, referrals and legal representation regarding termination of public benefits, nursing home issues and long-term care insurance. Legal staff can also help with simple wills, incapacity planning and elder abuse concerns. There's no income threshold to qualify for SALA’s services. |
| Community Services Agency (CSA) | (650) 968-0836 | CSA can provide basic necessities for individuals aged 60 and older. The agency offers comprehensive case management for seniors at risk of entry into a nursing home. CSA also provides fresh food and financial assistance for rent, utilities and transportation. Hot lunches, social activities and health and nutrition classes are available on weekdays at the Mountain View Senior Center. |
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