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 96 options below.
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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...."
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1431 Oakland Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
4.8
(52 reviews)
"TheraCare of Redwood City, CA was wonderful in helping the family in caring for our mom in the last stage of her life. They provided in home care that allowed us to care for mom in her home. TheraCare was extremely responsive when we needed the sk..."
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2155 S. Bascom Ave. Suite 116, Campbell, CA, 95008
4.9
(51 reviews)
"We give Family Matters a 5 star rating. In the 10 years that we have been using them, they always carefully match a caregiver's personality with our own. That means they listen to us and understand how we go through our day. The caregivers are all ..."
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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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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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885 N. San Antonio Rd, Suite R, Los Altos, CA, 94022
4.8
(11 reviews)
"Our family needed a part time caregiver for our 99 year old father. Our first experience was with another company who could have cared less and who's service was below standard. When we changed to Homecare CA we were skeptical about the entire indu..."
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3817 Howe Court, Fremont, CA, 94538
5.0
(5 reviews)
"JM Professional was able to help me with my mom. The caregiver who is assisting my mom is extremely caring and patient with her. I feel very safe and comfortable in leaving my mom with her. ..."
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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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555 Pierce Street Unit CML-4, Albany, CA, 94706
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I highly recommend the staff at Beacon Home Care. They are very attentative to my mothers needs and I appreciate the bond the caregiver has built with her. Good luck and continued success to Shaun and staff! Dolores ..."
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800 Winchester Dr. , Burlingame, CA, 94010
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Canopy sends someone to care for my mother-in law for about five hours. It's been great and working really well. They get along well, and it's been a very good experience. She drives her to visit my father-in law, and on the way home, they stop and g..."
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1720 Marco Polo Way Suite E , Burlingame, CA, 94010
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I am using Senior Assist of the Peninsula. They are fabulous and bill me every two weeks. The caregiver taking care of Mom is fabulous. My mother loves her, which was the biggest deal. ..."
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1101 S Winchester Blvd # E155, San Jose, CA, 95128
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My father is 81 years of age. The past couple of years, he has run into some serious health issues followed by fracturing both hips. After the second hip fracture and before being released from Mission Skilled Nursing, we were referred to Griswold ..."
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15316 Central Ave, San Leandro, CA, 94578
5.0
(2 reviews)
" need help with my mother -in-law in California. I was really impressed with everything that I went through with NESTVY senior placement and home care, the caregiver is so good and patience,highly recommend..."
READ MORE58 Mahogany Dr , South San Francisco, CA, 94080
5.0
(1 reviews)
"the caregiver for my mom is from Aslec home care aide. they treated my mom and I like family member. So sad not to work with them because my mother pass away last year. i myself will hire them next time I need there service. I like Gina1 And Gina 2 ..."
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444 Townsend Street #3 , San Francisco, CA, 94107
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I found Caresimply on the internet. Their care was satisfactory. The caregivers were good and I like their work attitude. They help me with shopping and laundry. I am happy with how they are helping me for the past weeks since I got them. I am very c..."
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4444 Geary Blvd #210, San Francisco, CA, 94118
5.0
(1 reviews)
"ChoiceCare is wonderful. I have had my Mom on services for the last few years. They are very reliable, trustworthy and easy to deal with. I am very happy! ..."
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1111 Morse Avenue #17 , Sunnyvale, CA, 94089
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Helping Hands is one of the agencies that provide 24-hour care. They sent us a couple of caregivers. One comes in four days a week and the other one is on three days a week. They're good. We've been working with them for about nine months now. ..."
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...
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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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