Caring.com offers a free service to help families find senior care and authentic reviews to help you in your decision. On average in Palo Alto, CA, residents and their loved ones rate In Home Care agencies 4.8 out of 5 stars across the 99 options below.
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230 S California Avenue Suite 200, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
4.8
(63 reviews)
"The owner Gulraj is a wonderful person. We would not have been able to handle this without his help and care. Gulraj made sure we had the right people at the right time. We had care giving for my dad first then live in for my mom for the past 3 ye..."
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4600 El Camino Real STE 211, Los Altos, CA, 94022
4.9
(34 reviews)
"Starlight Caregivers has been wonderful—-caring and professional and able to anticipate needs for our loved one. In a stressful time, they stepped in with supportive care. The caregivers are skilled and Cindy has been absolutely amazing to work with...."
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7567 Amador Valley Blvd., Suite 203, Dublin, CA, 94568
5.0
(32 reviews)
"My personal Interaction with the care staff is wonderful. Great communication! Always available if I have any questions for my love one. The Care Plus agency is awesome always updating me with my grandpas health and providing new ways of the care smo..."
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1675 Scott Blvd, Ste A, Santa Clara, CA, 95050
4.8
(19 reviews)
" We have, my wife Bonnie and I, been contracted to Essential Care since August 2020, are ongoing clients, and are very satisfied with the services received. Any problems with cover have been rapidly resolved and all the Caregivers have been kind, co..."
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1006 Stewart Dr, Suite A100, Mountain View, CA, 94085
5.0
(9 reviews)
"Our family has been utilizing Home Instead for the care of our mother for many years now. We have found Home Instead to be consistently very responsive to our needs & always reliable. Their staff goes "above & beyond" to ensure caregiving schedule is..."
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901 Campisi Way, Campbell, CA, 95008
4.7
(24 reviews)
"We had an excellent service with Gentiva Personal Care. We called them on a Sunday afternoon and asked for a caregiver for my spouce with very little notice. They were able to assist us and bring us someone the following morning. The caretaker was t..."
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670 Woodside Road. , Redwood City, CA, 94061
4.8
(11 reviews)
"I chose Senior Helpers of San Francisco and the Peninsula for my husband and they're really good. I am very pleased. The communication is excellent and the caregivers are very good. The scheduling was perfect and they accommodated what I needed. They..."
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890 Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park, CA, 94025
4.5
(12 reviews)
"We hired Care Indeed and that's been great. Mostly, they care for my dad, like transferring, feeding, bathing, and grooming. The caregiver comes 6 hours a day. She is very kind, competent, and caring. She listens to my mom. She's there to help my mom..."
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5070 N. 6th Street, Suite 109 , Fresno, CA, 93710
5.0
(3 reviews)
"We have been using their home care services for over 2 years in the care of my wife. Two shifts of 3 hours in the morning to get her cleaned up, dressed , and fed along with some exercises . Then the reverse of 3 hours in the evening to get her re..."
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1455 El Camino Real, Belmont, CA, 94002
5.0
(2 reviews)
"We ended up hiring Companion Care Services, and we had a positive experience with them. The owner was very compassionate, caring, and asked really good questions because we were new to this and didn't know what questions to ask. She interacted with m..."
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830 Stewart Dr # 214, Sunnyvale, CA, 94085
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We were in a tough situation and needed caregivers for my dad on very short notice. He needed pretty involved care since he had later stage Parkinsons. Their team was able to work with all of our requests and matched us with a caregiver in less than ..."
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1066 Saratoga Ave , San Jose, CA, 95117
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My parents are using FirstLight Home Care Silicon Valley. They've helped us on and off for the last month. They've been great and very flexible in terms of timing and working with my parents. They've been very good. They're providing transportation s..."
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363 El Camino Real # 215, South San Francisco, CA, 94080
"Specialized care for clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, and diabetes Hospice care, pain control and management care Transportation for do..."
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2257 Wayfield Way Suite D, San Jose, CA, 95122
"Family Love Homecare aims to provide the best in home care service to clients in need at their comfort of their homes. Our professional trai..."
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37060 Saint Edwards Street , Newark, CA, 94560
5.0
(1 reviews)
"When my father was gravely ill and dying, Agents of Care stepped up and provided excellent respite care for a family member who was exhausted and overwhelmed after spending weeks and months caring for my father 24/7. Agents of Care's staff were qui..."
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40343 Robin Street , Fremont, CA, 94538
5.0
(5 reviews)
"Respite Care For My Mother, We brought in Venus's team for extra support, and Nancy, the caregiver assigned to us, has been outstanding and reliable. We highly recommend them for -their high-quality service - Pricing -Communication -Consistency -Fl..."
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111 North Market Street Suite 300 , San Jose, CA, 95113
1395 22nd Street Unit 657 , San Francisco, CA, 94107
"Clara is a new kind of in-home care marketplace that puts you first. What makes Clara different? Our caregivers get paid 20-40% more than..."
READ MOREAccording to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, seniors in Palo Alto pay about $6,864 for home care, which is higher than California's statewide average of $6,101 and the national median of $4,957. However, it's a cheaper option than nearby San Jose, where home care costs 3.5% more. Prices drop in Sacramento, which offers care for about 9.1% less than Palo Alto. Los Angeles and Fresno are also more affordable home care options at $5,911 and $5,529, respectively.
Palo Alto
$6,864
California
$6,101
The United States
$4,957
San Jose
$7,102
Sacrametno
$6,292
Los Angeles
$5,911
Fresno
$5,529
In Palo Alto, seniors can access nonmedical services with home care at $6,864 per month or skilled nursing services through home health care for a 4.2% price increase. For a more economical senior care option, adult day health care offers services for $1,950 per month. Seniors who are mostly independent but can't live alone safely can access assisted living, a residential care option providing daily living support, for about 8.7% less than home care. Meanwhile, nursing homes offer 24-hour skilled medical services for a higher rate of $11,566.
Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$7,150
Adult Day Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living
$6,319
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$11,566
Note: Data for Palo Alto 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 to pay 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.
Home care services are only one of the pieces needed for seniors to gracefully age in place. There are many services and programs that are low-cost or free, that enable seniors to enjoy an independent lifestyle in the comfort of their own home, such as help with home modifications, meal delivery services, and more. Below, we’ve compiled a few of the most helpful resources in Palo Alto:
| Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto Utility Rate Assistance Program | (650) 329-2333 | 250 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94301 | Senior citizens who earn no more than 50% of the area median income or who have a medical condition that requires increased energy use for climate controls or medical equipment may qualify for a 25% discount on their gas and electric bills and a 20% discount on wastewater fees. For a one-person household, applicants must earn no more than $36,300 per year. Seniors who are claiming a medical need must provide a certification from a physician. Individuals who need one-time emergency assistance can apply for help from the city through ProjectPLEDGE. |
| Santa Clara County Senior Nutrition Program | (408) 975-4860 | 353 W. Julian, San Jose, CA 95110 | Adults who are unable to shop for groceries or prepare their own meals due to a physical limitation or isolation may sign up for Meals on Wheels or congregate meals offered by the Senior Nutrition Program. In 2019, the State Clara Department of Social Services served 1.2 million hot meals to local seniors. Individuals who are unable to visit congregate dining sites may qualify for home-delivered Meals on Wheels provided by Sourcewise or The Health Trust. A nominal contribution is expected although financial assistance is available to low-income residents. |
| Parcel Tax Exemptions | (650) 329-3980 | 25 Churchill Ave., Palo Alto, CA 94306 | Seniors who live in Santa Clara County may qualify for an exemption that eliminates parcel taxes that are used to support the school system. The Palo Alto Unified School District is one of 23 school systems in the county that offers this exemption. Homeowners who are 65 or older, have a disability or receive SSI may qualify. Since the exemption began in 2001, it has saved local taxpayers more than $15 million. Homeowners must apply for an exemption or refund annually. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times 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.
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John J_31
5.0
Review of Right at Home - Palo Alto
The caregivers are very good at getting my dad to do things he doesn't want to do. The agency is very consistent. We don't have to worry about someone not showing up.
Provider response
Thank you so much for sharing your experience, John! We’re truly grateful for your trust in us and are so pleased that our caregivers bring a positive impact to your dad’s daily life. Consistency...
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Linda
5.0
Review of Right at Home - Palo Alto
The owner Gulraj is a wonderful person. We would not have been able to handle this without his help and care. Gulraj made sure we had the right people at the right time. We had care giving for...
Provider response
Thank you so much for your heartfelt words, Linda. It truly means a lot to know that the care we provided made a difference during such a significant time for your family. At the core of what we do...
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Meg M
5.0
Review of Right at Home - Palo Alto
My mom feels very attended to. They are hands-on and do lots of personal visits.
Provider response
Thank you, Meg! It’s heartwarming to hear that your mom feels attended to and cared for. At Right at Home, we believe caregiving is not just about meeting physical needs; it’s about being present...
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