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14895 E 14th Street, Suite 130, San Leandro, CA, 94578
4.8
(79 reviews)
"It was clear that Thrive Home Care was dedicated to providing not just care, but comfort and dignity. The caregivers were professional, attentive, and went above and beyond to ensure that my wife's needs were met. They became more than just caregiver..."
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395 Taylor Blvd #100, Pleasant Hill, CA, 94523
4.8
(55 reviews)
"Gentiva saved my life! I was in bed for four days in pain and Grace came to meet with me and she was able to get me signed up for services very quickly and her office staff had someone there within the hour of signing up. Both the caregiver and Gra..."
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20255 Redwood Rd, Castro Valley, CA, 94546
5.0
(5 reviews)
"Home Instead is a great organization with a purpose that has become something of interest most recently in my life as I learn to adapt with my ageing family and the realization that we all have an end. The idea to be able to spend my golden age at ho..."
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37600 Central Ct. | Suite# 201, Newark, CA, 94560
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Certified Care Solutions provided exceptional care for my uncle , going above and beyond in every way. The caregivers were professional, compassionate, and always attentive to their needs, making them feel comfortable and cared for. The staff was in..."
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2603 Camino Ramon Suite 200, San Ramon, CA, 94583
4.8
(7 reviews)
"I was using Qualicare Homecare - San Ramon, CA for my parents. When I was looking for somebody and made a couple of calls, they were the first to respond. They came out. I enjoyed the discussions I had with them and I just felt comfortable with them...."
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3775 Beacon Avenue, Suite 220, Fremont, CA, 94538
"Home Instead Senior Care is a non-medical provider of personal care, companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminde..."
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5674 Stoneridge Drive,, Suite 108, Pleasanton, CA, 94588
"I'm Sandy Levine, the local owner of Senior Helpers, a nationwide leader in professional in-home assistance services with a strong passion f..."
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3474 Buskirk Avenue Suite C, Pleasant Hill, CA, 94523
"We can help those in need not only by providing quality care at great value, but also by answering questions, offering advice, suggesting re..."
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49019 Feather Grass Terrace, Fremont, CA, 94539
"YOUR EXTENDED FAMILY WHEN FAMILY CAN’T BE THERE At Home Helpers Home Care of Fremont & Union City, our primary goal is to deliver trust..."
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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..."
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835 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103
4.4
(25 reviews)
"My husband used Honor Home Care. Services include companionship, meal preparation, and supervision of pills. I had many different caregivers. Some of them were superb, some of them were not particularly willing or able to engage with my husband. That..."
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26236 Industrial Blvd, Hayward, CA, 94545
4.4
(19 reviews)
"We have used Best Home Care for a little over a year for my mother who has various joint and mobility issues. Mike and his staff make a very big effort in finding a good caregiver match. Mike has been available on weekends and evenings which we rea..."
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400 Estudillo Ave., Suite 100, San Leandro, CA, 94577
4.7
(14 reviews)
"Our overall experience was great. The people are great. They handle their duties in a professional manner. They're also on time. I couldn't ask for anything more. We had one experience with the night time nurse, but other than that our experience was..."
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3144 G St. Suite. 125-209, Merced, CA, 95340
5.0
(9 reviews)
"The caregivers from A Step Above Caregiving, LLC pretty much do what we ask them to do. We have caregivers over during the night and they give her showers, wash her hair, and make sure she doesn't fall. They also check her blood sugar and give her sn..."
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2910 Camino Diablo, Suite 140, Walnut Creek, CA, 94597
5.0
(7 reviews)
"Can't say enough about this company. On late notice they showed up to take care of my mom and dad. It was a Sunday evening that my mom got discharged and they were able to help us get great care from my parents. ..."
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32999 Lake Wawasee St., Fremont, CA, 94555
5.0
(6 reviews)
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All caregivers did their jobs in a professional manner and I found nothing lacking. I would recommend this service to anyone.
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91 Gregory Lane Suite 7, Pleasant Hill, CA, 94523
5.0
(4 reviews)
"My almost 93-year-old mom appeared to have had another stroke. She came back from the hospital very weak. We were referred to Interim Health Care with Susan S and Joe B. Susan was available by phone, even after hours, and found just the right in-home..."
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1968 S. Coast Hwy Ste 3995, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I go through them to take care of my mother, she has had dementia for 4 years and they have been there every step of the way, they stay the night with her and are there for EVERYTHING! They are very reliable I don’t know what I would do with out thes..."
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3723 Haven Ave Suite 122, Menlo Park, CA, 94025
4.5
(5 reviews)
"Love At Home Senior Care is a warm and compassionate Company. The team is thoughtful, thorough, proactive, detail oriented, communicative and honest. They handle all aspects of Care with a Heart and warmth response. I can definitely highly recommen..."
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530 F Street , Davis, CA, 95616
5.0
(3 reviews)
" I wanted to send a few words your way regarding the service you and your staff provided to my Dad when we were all in a bit of a crisis. We needed care a.s.a.p. As he was coming home on hospice late in the evening. When I called I had did not exp..."
READ MOREIn San Lorenzo, home care agencies charge $6,864 per month for services. This is more than $700 higher than the state rate of $6,101 and nearly $2,000 higher than the national median of $4,957. In El Centro, rates are about half that of San Lorenzo at $3,432 per month, and in Modesto, care costs are $5,768. San Jose is one of the most expensive places in California to obtain home care, with seniors paying $7,102 for services.
San Lorenzo
$6,864
California
$6,101
The United States
$4,957
Modesto
$5,768
El Centro
$3,432
San Jose
$7,102
Long-term care in San Lorenzo tends to be costly compared to state and national averages. The cheapest option is adult day health care at $1,950 per month. Seniors receiving care in an assisted living facility pay $6,319 per month, and those who arrange for care at home spend $6,864 for home care and $7,150 for home health care. Monthly nursing home rates are substantially higher than home care at $11,566.
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 San Lorenzo 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 for paying 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.
The San Lorenzo area has various nonprofit agencies and programs that support older adults, helping them maintain as much privacy and independence as possible. Through these resources, you can connect with information specialists who provide referrals for community-based programs and arrange home-delivered meals, transportation and chore services.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Area Agency on Aging | (510) 577-1907 | The Area Agency on Aging for the San Lorenzo region provides social, supportive and health services for those aged 60 and over. It operates the Senior Information and Assistance program, which can help you find community-based services to supplement paid care, and it publishes several resource guides that provide important information regarding age-related issues. The agency also offers home-delivered and congregate meals, transportation services and in-home supportive services. |
| Meals on Wheels of Alameda County | (510) 777-9560 | Meals on Wheels of Alameda County provides nutritious meals to housebound individuals in the San Lorenzo region. Services are available to those aged 60 and over, regardless of income. The organization can also help you find community-based resources such as dining sites, low-cost home care, pet food pantries and utility bill assistance. |
| Access Alameda | (510) 208-7400 | Access Alameda helps older adults find and benefit from transportation services in the San Lorenzo region. Through this guide, seniors can learn more about local public transportation options, ADA paratransit services, low-cost same-day services and volunteer driver programs. |
| California 211 | 211 | California 211 is a free helpline San Lorenzo residents can call for one-on-one help finding services in the community to supplement paid care. The helpline's staff is available 24/7 and can direct you to local home modification services, home-delivered meals, transportation services, utility assistance and wellness screenings. |
| Property Tax Postponement Program | (800) 952-5661 | The Property Tax Postponement Program enables qualifying individuals aged 65 and over to defer their current-year property taxes, which may reduce their living expenses and allow them to remain in their homes. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – oftentimes 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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