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Assisted Living Communities in Redwood City, California

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Redwood City, CA below include 56 Assisted Living facilities with 1720 reviews. On average in Redwood City, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Redwood City, CA and Nearby Cities

Redwood City is a comparatively expensive place to obtain assisted living, with monthly rates averaging $6,319. This is well above the California norm of $5,250, and it exceeds the national average by about $1,800. Care costs in other Central California cities tend to be lower, with seniors in San Jose paying $6,000 per month for care, and Vallejo residents paying approximately $4,950. Prospective assisted living residents may save about $2,300 by choosing a facility in Modesto instead of Redwood City.

Redwood City

$6,319

California

$5,250

United States

$4,500

Vallejo

$4,950

Modesto

$4,000

San Jose

$6,000

Paying for Assisted Living in Redwood City

Assisted living residents in Redwood City pay monthly rates of $6,319 for housing and care.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Redwood City

Financial assistance for eligible Redwood city seniors include Med-Cali (Medicare) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Assisted Living Waiver (ALW), Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and the optional state supplement (OSS).

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Redwood City, CA

In Redwood City, assisted living residents pay $6,319 per month for housing and care. This is affordable compared to in-home care, which includes personal care and companionship services in the individual’s home for $6,864 per month, and home health care, which features skilled nursing for $7,150. Nursing home care, a residential option for those with advanced medical needs, is even costlier at $11,566 per month. Those seeking daytime services in a community environment pay $1,950 per month for adult day health care.

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 Redwood City was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Redwood City

Redwood City 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 Redwood City, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Redwood City

The California Department of Social Service, Community Care Licensing Division, monitors assisted living communities in Redwood City and enforces strict licensing requirements to promote high-quality care. Local facilities are regulated by the San Bruno Adult & Senior Care Regional Office, which individuals can reach by calling (650) 266-8800.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Redwood City

  • Redwood City seniors pay high state income taxes on nearly all retirement income, including withdrawals from retirement and investment accounts and public and private pensions. However, Social Security benefits aren’t taxed at the state level, which may benefit those who rely on this type of income to pay for long-term care.
  • Redwood City is a member of the AARP Age-Friendly Network, indicating that there are measures in place to make the city a safe and inviting place for all residents. Its livability score puts it in the top half of U.S. communities, with factors such as high access to health care, the availability of public transportation options and multiuse neighborhoods positively impacting its rating.
  • The American Lung Association gives San Mateo County, where Redwood City is located, a passing score for annual particle pollution and a moderate score of C for ozone pollution, also called smog. However, it gives 24-hour particle pollution levels an F. While certain health conditions may be aggravated by high pollution levels, many assisted living facilities host indoor activities throughout the year to help vulnerable individuals to avoid high-ozone or high-particle days.
  • The overall cost of living in Redwood City is very high, rating 277.5 on a cost-of-living index based on a national score of 100. Local housing costs are about triple the state norm and over six times higher than national averages, but residents may also spend more on groceries, transportation and miscellaneous expenses than people in other cities. Living in residential care facilities may give older adults greater control over monthly expenses.
  • Redwood City may be an attractive option for active seniors seeking a safe community, with the city rating 13.7 for violent crime and 30.7 for property crime on a 100-point crime index. This is notably lower than the respective national rates of 22.7 and 35.4. Additionally, the per capita crime rate is low compared to nearby cities, such as Union City and San Leandro. 
  • Redwood City is home to two hospitals, including Kaiser Permanente Redwood City and Sequoia Hospital, promoting high access to medical care for seniors.

 

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Redwood City

Redwood City Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Shawna

I visited this facility

Review of Spice of Life

The tour I had at Spice of Life went well. Everything at the house itself, because this was a residential home, looked good. It matched the pictures that were offered with the brochure. The staff...

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Carol

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Redwood City

We are in the process of moving my dad to Brookdale Redwood City. What he liked best was the courtyard and just the ability to be not just inside the building, but the feeling that he had someplace...

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M.A.R.

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Redwood City

We went to visit Brookdale Redwood City. I was shocked that as you walked in the door, the smell hits you in the face. It was a huge facility. It smelled terrible. I almost threw up because the...

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