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Apartments De La Esperanza
3590 19th St, San Francisco, CA 94110
"Esperanza Apartments and Betel Apartments were the first major new construction undertakings for Mission Housing. Both were completed in 197..."
READ MOREThe 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in San Mateo County, CA for 2024
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in San Mateo County, CA below include 429 Assisted Living facilities with 1847 reviews....
On average in San Mateo County, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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RN Loving Care Home
1229 Lawrence Street, El Cerrito, CA 94530
"RN Loving Care Home provides exceptional physical care, and goes far beyond this with an emphasis on building a trusted and compassionate re..."
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Santiago Home Care In Oakland
1272 - 75Th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94621
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
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Redwood Residence
861 Humboldt Street, Richmond, CA 94805
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READ MOREMoraga Retreat Care On Woodford
3 Woodford Dr, Moraga, CA 94556
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St Anne's Home For Elderly
790 Lakebird Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94089
"St Anne's Home for Elderly is located in a quiet residential neighborhood of Lakewood, CA, just next to Lakewood Park. The facility is conne..."
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Wisteria Home
1160 Regia Ct, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
"Wisteria Home is tucked away in the community of Sunnyvale, CA, in the Silicon Valley region. The town is temperate year-round, and close to..."
READ MORESt Joseph Senior Care
6437 Daphne Ct, Newark, CA 94560
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MOREMae Bea Andrews Boarding Care
1739 Newcomb Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124
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READ MORELeslie's Care Home II
3579 Monterey Boulevard, San Leandro, CA 94578
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East Bay Assisted Living
1301 E. 31st St, Oakland, CA 94602
"We are an Asian Community Our Commitment: Our commitment is to provide high-quality senior care with love, respect, and professional knowle..."
READ MOREMarcelo'S Care Home #3
3532 Miller Court, Union City, CA 94550
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MOREMoraga Retreat Care
715 Moraga Rd, Moraga, CA 94556
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READ MOREAgeway Senior Care
2636 Nevada St, Union City, CA 94587
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READ MORERaksha 4 Care Home
616 Stannage Avenue, Albany, CA 94706
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READ MORER & N Middleton Residential Care # 5
2203 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA 94595
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READ MOREPark Manor Homes Llc
869 Humboldt St, Richmond, CA 94805
"Park Manor Homes LLC is based in Richmond, CA. Seniors here live near San Pablo Avenue, a busy street full of cafes, restaurants and shops. ..."
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Holy Spirit Residential Care
262 Lakemuir Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94089
"We are committed to providing residents with the finest in daily living and personal care to enjoy the highest quality of life in a home-lik..."
READ MORERosewood Residence
5311 Garvin Ave, Richmond, CA 94805
"Rosewood Residence is located in Richmond, California. The vibrant city offers a variety of popular attractions for seniors to enjoy, such a..."
READ MOREPalarca-J.J. Oceanside Residential Care Home
1278 La Playa Street, San Francisco, CA 94122
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- Assisted Living Facilities in San Mateo County, CA
- Paying for Assisted Living in San Mateo County
- Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in San Mateo County
- Free Assisted Living Resources in San Mateo County
- Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in San Mateo County
- Reviews of Communities Nearby
- Helpful Articles
Paying for Assisted Living in San Mateo County
The Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey discloses that the average assisted living facility in the United States charges $4,300 per month for services. In California, care costs tend to be higher, with average assisted living fees coming in at $5,000. Cost data isn’t available for San Mateo County, but because of its proximity to San Francisco, this city is used for the following cost comparison. Here, assisted living fees exceed state and national averages at $6,100 per month. Â
The Cost of Assisted Living in San Mateo County, CA and Nearby Cities
At $6,100 per month, the San Mateo County region is among the most expensive in the state for assisted living. Only a handful of cities have higher monthly care costs, including Santa Cruz, where facilities charge approximately $6,800 per month, and Salinas, where monthly fees are the highest in the state at $7,100. Seniors seeking more affordable care options may find lower rates in Santa Maria, where fees are consistent with the statewide average at $5,000, or in San Diego, where they’re closer to the national median at $4,525. In Merced, rates are low at $3,750, and in Bakersfield, care costs are the lowest in the state at $3,613. Â
San Mateo County/San Francisco Area
$6,100
California
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
Santa Cruz Area
$6,800
Salinas
$7,100
Santa Maria Area
$5,000
San Diego Area
$4,525
Merced
$3,750
Bakersfield
$3,613
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in San Mateo County
California’s Medicaid program, Medi-Cal, offers financial assistance to help impoverished seniors cover the cost of assisted living. Those who are eligible may be able to take part in the state’s Assisted Living Waiver Program (ALWP).
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in San Mateo County
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Aging and Adult Services | (800) 675-8437 | Aging and Adult Services is one of California’s 33 Area Agencies on Aging, which are nonprofit organizations that advocate on behalf of aging issues in the state. Through their local AAA, San Mateo County seniors obtain a broad range of services, including information and referrals for community-based services, legal assistance and transportation services. The agency is also a HICAP location with advisors who can answer questions and provide guidance with issues related to Medicare, Medicaid and long-term care insurance. |
| Well Connected | (877) 797-7299 | Well Connected is a service of Covia, a local nonprofit public benefit organization. This virtual community features free programming that addresses a broad range of interests, including line dancing, art classes, knit and crochet circles, health and wellness and current events. Participants also find groups where they can share stories about their pets, travels or work history. Services are available in English and Spanish. |
| Veterans Service Office | (650) 802-6598 | The county’s VSO serves veterans and families in the region through a wide range of programs, including those that may help cover health and assisted living expenses. The office can help qualifying veterans and their families apply for service-related disability compensation, non-service-connected pension claims, federal and state veterans’ benefits, and the Aid and Attendance benefit. The office also provides information and referrals for discharge upgrading and community-based agencies. |
| Senior Center | (650) 522-7490 | The senior center in the City of San Mateo is one of several in the county. This center provides social and recreational programming for residents aged 50 and over, including history or current events seminars, yoga classes and games. Members can participate in regular activities such as the center’s band, book discussion groups, computer and technology classes and chorus. The center also hosts special seasonal and holiday events. |
| Ombudsman Services of San Mateo County, Inc. | (650) 780-5707 | Ombudsman Services of San Mateo County, Inc., advocates on behalf of seniors in a variety of issues that may arise in assisted living, from problems related to the quality of care to abuse, neglect or exploitation. This agency educates residents of their rights and ensures that they’re receiving the services they’re entitled to. It can also help seniors and families locate long-term care facilities. |
| Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County | (650) 558-0915 | The Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County provides free civil legal services to those aged 60 and over. Through this nonprofit agency, seniors obtain assistance with applying for public benefits such as Medicare or Social Security, as well as with drafting wills or assigning powers of attorney. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in San Mateo County
San Mateo County-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California 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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CVWin
5.0
Review of Mills Estate Villa
My mother has resided at Mills Estate Villa for several years. The facility is very well maintained. The Care Providers are excellent, extremely friendly and attend to my mother's needs. The...
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Ethel B.
5.0
Review of Atria at Foster Square
We have been in the process of finding our father the perfect assisted living situation and although it has been more arduous than anticipated, I think we have finally found the right fit for dad!...
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Christine A.
5.0
Review of Atria Park of San Mateo
Atria is not a senior facility… it is my Home! It took awhile to feel this way but Angie our Activity Director and her assistant,Annelly changed my mind and my heart. Angie celebrates EVERYTHING;...
