Heritage Inn
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..."
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San Carlos, which rests halfway between San Francisco and San Jose, is minutes from a nature preserve to the west and the conveniences of Silicon Valley to the south. The area features approximately 497 assisted living providers. Seniors in these facilities pay a midrange price of $6,319 per month, higher than the respective national and state medians of $4,500 and $5,250.
Reviewers rated assisted living communities in San Carlos with an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars stars, based on 2158 reviews reviews available in our guide.
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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 MORE843 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 MORE8552 Briarwood Ln, Dublin, CA 94568
"Our community offers 24-hour care with a full staff. Our staff has over 12 years of experience giving quality loving care. All of our room..."
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 MORE10 Castle Crest Rd., Alamo, CA 94507
"In our golden years, it is ultimately rewarding to have led a remarkable life. Yet certain personal difficulties and health ordeals are star..."
READ MORE4643 Hampshire Way, Fremont, CA 94538
"Muriel's Residential Facility offers senior care in Fremont, California. Residents can enjoy its homey atmosphere and choice of private or s..."
READ MORE1224 Bent Drive, Campbell, CA 95008
"We are located in the quite, safe and beautiful Willow Glen/Dry Creek neighborhood. We provide a pleasant and homelike atmosphere and loving..."
READ MORE3645 Fleetwood Drive, San Bruno, CA 94066
"We are operating a 6-bed facility for ambulatory and non-ambulatory clients. We only accept private clients. We have 2 private rooms and 2 s..."
READ MORE1136 South Mary Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
"Welcome to Willie Care Home II Our homes in Sunnyvale are both modern and classic. They are purposely built for the needs of senior living...."
READ MORE1345 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 MORE1510 Newlands Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
"Acacia Manor is located adjacent to renowned Hillsborough near downtown Burlingame. We're just minutes from major hospitals, medical offices..."
READ MORE2511 Catalpa Way, San Bruno, CA 94066
"Our warm and welcoming senior Board and Care can help provide families with immediate relief to ensure that your loved ones are properly car..."
READ MORE1626 Ashbury Lane, Hayward, CA 94546
"St. Lourdes Home is an assisted living community located within close range of many of Hayward's medical service providers. Family members h..."
READ MORE760 Leigh Avenue, San Jose, CA 95128
"College Manor is proud to offer it�s 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 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 MORE12720 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon, CA 94583
"Inspired Senior Living WATERMARK AT SAN RAMON A stylish, tranquil retreat set among California�s picturesque wine country. Life is better..."
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 MORE41223 Chiltern Drive, Fremont, CA 94539
"Close to the junction of Paseo Padre Parkway and Driscoll Road, Beloved Home Retreat is a conveniently situated assisted living facility in ..."
READ MORE2581 Eucalyptus Way, San Bruno, CA 94066
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"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 MOREAssisted living costs in San Carlos stand significantly above the California midrange price of $5,250 and the U.S. benchmark of $4,500. Moreover, city rates exceed Vallejo's cost of $4,950 by a notable $1,369 and are slightly higher than San Jose's monthly expense of $6,000. Farther north, Sacramento offers more affordable options at $5,225, lower than San Carlos. In contrast, Santa Rosa, at $7,048, presents a more expensive alternative, topping San Carlos' rates by $729.Â
San Carlos
$6,319
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Vallejo
$4,950
Sacramento
$5,225
San Jose
$6,000
Santa Rosa
$7,048
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In San Carlos, residential care communities charge a median fee of $6,319 per month for assisted living services.
Senior citizens in California, as well as those with a qualifying disability, may be eligible for the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW), which is a Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver that was created by legislation that directed the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). Los Gatos residents may find this especially helpful to afford senior care.Â
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.
In San Carlos, the median cost of assisted living sits at $6,319 per month; this type of care encourages an independent lifestyle while offering assistance as needed. In-home care, which provides basic support within the individual’s residence, costs $545 more. Home health care, priced higher at $7,150, offers additional medical services. Adult day care centers, which are only open during certain hours, are a more affordable option at $1,950, given their limited availability. Costs are much higher in nursing homes, which provide 24/7 medical supervision, at $11,566 for a semi-private room, making this option $5,247 more expensive than assisted living.
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 San Carlos was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.
San Carlos 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 San Carlos, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
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San Carlos 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 ourAssisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
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Carol
4.0
Review of San Carlos Elms
My husband and I heard about San Carlos Elms from a friend, and we went to look at the place. It was really nice and it would suit our needs. It was very warm, compact, and the people were very...
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Shirley
5.0
Review of San Carlos Elms
My mother was a resident of The Elms for over four years before she passed away at the age of 90 this past holiday season. My brother and I couldn't have chosen a better place for Mom. The staff is...
Assisted Living
Judy
4.0
Review of San Carlos Elms
San Carlos Elms is very good and has different levels of care. They have a nice dining room with good food service that's accommodating to his age group. There are a lot of activities that people...