Caring.com offers a free service to help families find senior care and authentic reviews to help you in your decision. On average in San Mateo, CA, residents and their loved ones rate In Home Care agencies 4.6 out of 5 stars across the 95 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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355 Gellert Blvd., Suite 110, Daly City, CA, 94015
4.7
(64 reviews)
"Gentiva has been instrumental in caring for my father. The caregivers are kind, patient and reliable. the caregivers make suggestions to help my father. Communication is easy. Thank you!..."
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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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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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901 Sneath Ln Suite 109, San Bruno, CA, 94066
5.0
(5 reviews)
"Can I give 10 stars? Angela has been so kind and thoughtful in assisting me. Her staff of caregivers have been caring and responsive...."
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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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2207 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA, 94403
4.7
(4 reviews)
"The care givers are like a family member. When we need an answer to a certain issue, the office staff has been immediately available...."
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7216 Mission Street, Daly City, CA, 94014
"Health Professionals, Inc. specializes in providing experienced, reliable and affordable Caregivers that will meet your needs. We are commit..."
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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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4682 Chabot Drive Suite # 12167, Pleasanton, CA, 94588
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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877 Mahler Road Suite 155 , Burlingame, CA, 94010
5.0
(3 reviews)
"Assisting Hands Home Care - San Carlos is phenomenal. We are beyond thrilled. They help my parents with bathing, cooking, providing companionship, care, and daily tasks. The scheduling and billing are really good. They are trustworthy, open, honest, ..."
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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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1900 South Norfolk St., Half Moon Bay, CA, 94019
4.8
(60 reviews)
"We hired Home Helpers. They were very good, so I was very pleased with them. I used them for my husband. I just liked the discussion I had with the owner of the company. We had 24-hour live-in care. Their caregivers were very good...."
READ MOREThe monthly price of home care in San Mateo stands at $7,531, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, exceeding national norms by $1,811. Expenses jump another $477 for seniors relocating to San Jose. However, the median rate drops by $2,860 for seniors seeking home care in Sacramento.
San Mateo
$7,531
California
$6,864
United States
$5,720
San Jose
$8,008
Stockton
$6,101
Sacramento
$4,671
Home care providers in San Mateo charge a median rate of $7,531 per month, meaning that this type of care ranks among the costlier options in the city. Seniors save considerable amounts of money in adult day care, where midrange expenses sit at $1,842. However, the intensive care of a nursing home carries a steep cost of $12,471 per month.
Home Care
$7,531
Home Health Care
$8,580
Adult Day Health Care
$1,842
Assisted Living Facility
$7,495
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$12,471
Note: Data for San Mateo 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.
While finding home care services can be challenging, seniors in San Mateo have access to a support network that helps them navigate the system. The following table outlines government programs, nonprofit agencies and locally operated programs that help older adults find affordable in-home care. These resources may also help qualified seniors reduce living costs, which may enable them to remain in their own homes.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Aging and Adult Services | (800) 675-8437 | The Aging and Adult Services division of the San Mateo County Health Department is the Area Agency on Aging for the region, meaning it provides government-funded support services for those aged 60 and over. It operates the local In-Home Supportive Services program. It also provides referrals for community-based services. |
| Veterans Service Office | (650) 802-6598 | The Veterans Service Office helps older veterans determine eligibility for programs such as Aid and Attendance, disability compensation and the VA’s Veterans Home Care, which can help pay for in-home care. The office can also provide referrals for community-based services such as transportation and financial assistance. |
| Senior Center | (650) 522-7490 | The Senior Center hosts a range of activities for those aged 55 and over, including games, social programs and age-friendly fitness classes, helping those who live alone to avoid loneliness and isolation. It can also help seniors connect with programs such as S.A.S.H., which provides grocery shopping and delivery services. |
| Meals on Wheels | (650) 272-5041 | Seniors unable to obtain meals themselves can arrange home-delivered meals through the Meals on Wheels program. Screened volunteers deliver meals daily and provide wellness checks, and they’re trained on how to report safety concerns. The program also conducts in-home assessments to evaluate clients’ needs and connect them with community-based services. |
| Property Tax Postponement Program | (800) 952-5661 | The Property Tax Postponement Program enables qualified individuals to defer property taxes on their primary residences. This can reduce homeownership costs and help seniors afford to remain in their homes throughout retirement. |
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.
Home Care
Mary7
4.0
Review of Senior Helpers of San Francisco and the Peninsula
I was with Senior Helpers of San Francisco and the Peninsula, but the care was missing a lot of appointments and then there were three different times when they canceled very soon. They're helping...
Provider response
Hi Mary, Thank you so much for your feedback, I am sorry that you experienced moments where we had last minute cancellations from our staff. Please don't hesitate to reach out if we can be of...
Home Care
Adrian
5.0
Review of Home Instead - San Mateo, CA
The care givers are like a family member. When we need an answer to a certain issue, the office staff has been immediately available.
Home Care
Garrett T
5.0
Review of Visiting Angels - Tustin, CA
We used Visiting Angels Tustin / Irvine for a while for my mother. Overall, we had a good experience. They provided us with dementia care as well as companion care. We really liked their fall...
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