Heritage Inn
835 Jefferson Court, San Mateo, CA 94401
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835 Jefferson Court, San Mateo, CA 94401
"There comes a time in our lives when our aging loved ones can no longer live on their own. When you face this critical decision making point..."
READ MORE2921 Isabel Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403
"Portola Place is an assisted living facility that is located in beautiful San Mateo CA. Our facility is small and is located in a beautiful ..."
READ MORE410 Pennsylvania Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95052
"The Maple House staff is proud of our reputation of providing high-quality services to residents. Our mission is to respect our residents' e..."
READ MORE1494 Koch Lane, San Jose, CA 95125
",Villa Antonio is proud to offer its residents a warm, comfortable, and secure atmosphere. It is complete with a variety of support services..."
READ MORE1608 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Redwood City, CA 94061
"Britannia Care Homes are small private homes that offer care and supervision in a warm family oriented environment. It is ideal for those wh..."
READ MORE41223 Chiltern Drive, Fremont, CA 94539
"Beloved Home Retreat has a broad spectrum of programs and services to meet the physical, emotional, and social needs of our residents and th..."
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1345 Clarke St, San Leandro, CA 94577
" Rosemont Gardens is in the heart of downtown San Leandro, and our mid-sized Memory Care facility fosters an environment you won't find else..."
READ MORE1424 Sanchez Ave, Burlingame, CA 94080
"sidential care home for the elderly. We are located in the Peninsula, just a few minutes south of the beautiful city of San Francisco, Calif..."
READ MORE1640 Eleanor Dr, San Mateo, CA 94402
"We Care For You We are dedicated to providing you with compassionate assisted living and memory care in a secure and inviting residential s..."
READ MORE501 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..."
READ MORE1320 Valota Road, Redwood City, CA 94061
5.0
(4 reviews)
"Having compassion, kindness and competence, The Ark in Redwood City, CA made a significant impact in my Dad’s health recovery. Bethany and her team of empathetic healthcare professionals were excellent. In particular, Val was a medical angel with hi..."
READ MORE1194 South Mary Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured Willie Care Home for my father, and it was very positive. The owner was really friendly, and they provided the information that we needed, so it was good. The place was very nice, it was clean and organized, and the clients were getting exce..."
READ MORE1309 Ruus Lane, Hayward, CA 94544
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I never knew how difficult it would be to put my father IN A HOME, for care but he suffers from Alzhiemers and also denial of Alzhiemers, so if he could be told he has a job there and given light duties like Janitor, he would be happy as a Bee! I wis..."
READ MORE2045 Sea Cliff Way, San Bruno, CA 94066
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I visited Golden Manor of San Bruno. They had a person there that who helped with their meals, hair cutting, grooming, and stuff like that. It was a home setting type thing. It was like they had 7 bedrooms in there. Then, they had a kitchen, a living..."
READ MORE2624 Becard Ct, Pleasanton, CA 94566
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Anne's Guest Homes is owned by Maribec N., and this particular residence, Chateau Livermore, is run by Susan P. Susan and "Cel", the two full-time caregivers, take care of my beloved Mother, Marilyn. Susan and Cel are AWESOME! They love my Mom as ..."
READ MORE1515 Maddux Drive, Redwood City, CA 94061
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My aunt currently lives in Britannia Place and she is happy there. She gets a lot of attention and help. It's a small community, like a single home, with maybe about six people in total. They have private rooms and she loves the food. The whole move-..."
READ MORE552 W. Hacienda Ave, Campbell, CA 95008
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My husband is in Princess Lodge. It's very warm, homey, and caring. The staff is very alert but very caring. They're affectionate with the residents there. It's very personalized. They don't refer to them as patients. They are residents of the commun..."
READ MORE35490 Mission Blvd., Fremont, CA 94536
5.0
(5 reviews)
"My dear friend needed a safe and comfortable to live when her dementia claimed her ability to care for herself. We found the staff knowledgeable, efficient, kind and welcoming. The transition to memory care was much easier than I had anticipated...."
READ MORE2581 Eucalyptus Way, San Bruno, CA 94066
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I moved my mom a few times due to COVID as well as changes in her needs, and the employees at Westborough Manor were by far the most compassionate, well-trained, and loving. (I visited weekly.) The place is kept very clean, and it's surprisingly brig..."
READ MORE34209 Sylvester Drive, Fremont, CA 94555
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My father has moved into Common Destiny Care Home. It's a home, and it's very clean. They provide warm lunch, and the people are nice there. His accommodation is OK. He has basic things he needs. He is comfortable. It's small. The people can spend mo..."
READ MOREAssisted Living
Loretta
5.0
Review of BridgePoint at Los Altos
BridgePoint at Los Altos was amazing. The staff there was very accommodating. They showed us all the normal stuff, like the assisted living, the dining room, and the activities. The food was very...
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Judith
5.0
Review of BridgePoint at Los Altos
I toured BridgePoint at Los Altos and I loved it. If they had had a transition to a memory care unit, I wouldn't have looked any further. That was my top choice. Unfortunately, it won't work for...
Assisted Living
A.H.
4.0
Review of BridgePoint at Los Altos
At BridgePoint at Los Altos, I live where I can have my plants, and I have a very big room. I'm in a very private room, I'm not near an elevator and I'm on the first floor. It's a very friendly...
In Los Altos, assisted living facilities charge a monthly median rate of $6,319 for care and housing, which is a 20% increase over the state average and 40% higher than the national norm. Rates tend to be lower in nearby cities, including San Jose, where monthly fees come in at $6,000, and Santa Cruz, where seniors pay about 12% less than assisted living residents in Los Altos. Similarly, monthly care costs in Vallejo are competitive compared to the local norm at $4,950, and in Modesto, seniors pay $4,000 per month for residential services.
Los Altos
$6,319
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Vallejo
$4,950
Modesto
$4,000
Santa Cruz
$5,550
San Jose
$6,000
Assisted living rates in Los Altos come in at $6,319 per month.
The Med-Cali Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Assisted Living Waiver (ALW), Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and the optional state supplement (OSS) are three financial aid programs for seniors seeking assistance in the Los Altos area.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
With monthly rates at $6,319, assisted living is a comparatively affordable senior care option in Los Altos. Nursing home care, which is for seniors with advanced medical needs, costs about 83% more per month, although those who obtain daytime services through adult day health care pay considerably lower rates of $1,950. In-home care and home health care, which offer a similar scope of services as assisted living, are costlier than residential care at $6,864 and $7,150, respectively.
In-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 Los Altos was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.
Los Altos and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Los Altos, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Los Altos Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.