Assisted Living Communities in South San Francisco, California
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in South San Francisco, CA below include 391 Assisted Living facilities with 1516 reviews. On average in South San Francisco, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Assisted Living in South San Francisco, CA
"When we were searching for a facility, there were a few things that were absolute essentials; one was the manner with which the residents were treated. Other important factors were cleanliness, space, privacy, outdoor space (did they have gardens and..."
"My husband is in St. Clare's Home For Seniors. They treat my husband with ultimate respect and dignity. They are extremely patient and kind, and it's all of the staff. The director is amazing. Her day manager on site is fantastic. They are all very k..."
"My mother-in-law was at Lake Chabot Care Home. That place was perfect for her. They were much smaller and I think they were one of those that were converted homes, so I think they only had a maximum capacity of six or seven individuals. They had much..."
"The lady that runs Judy's Homes For The Elderly is very nice, very helpful, and answers all your questions. It is a lot homey. There are only seven people that reside there. They have two caregivers 24 hours a day. I saw some of the residents in ther..."
"My mother stayed here from 2014 through 2016. I'm so grateful my mother had occasion to live at such a beautiful place, knowing what good care and love they showed her. I could always see how happy she was. Their loving care and kindness to her kept ..."
"I was less impressed with the ambiance at Merrill Gardens at Rockridge. The memory care area was good. The entry was kind of utilitarian. The people were very nice. Everything was nice. There was something about it that just didn't feel as good to me..."
"I thought Merrill Gardens at Lafayette was very welcoming and very nice. It seemed like it would be also a fit. However, there was limited availability for space, and the only thing they had available was a shared unit. Nevertheless, I would recommen..."
"We chose to move Dad to Moraga Royale because my sister lives within walking distance. That was a big reason. It also has better weather than San Francisco. The facility looks really good, very clean, very welcoming, and has a great outdoor area. The..."
"Channing House is very nice. It's quite large. They have a walking track on the top of the building so people can walk around the top. There's a gorgeous view of the Santa Cruz mountain range, which is near us. The units cost by the floor. So if you ..."
"The Avenue offers assisted living with medical support and memory care, as well as retirement living. I've visited it and have referred three clients there.
It's in a prime location--near the corner of Van Ness and Geary--in a good neighborhood: saf..."
"Webster House is a small place, and there are few residents. Everything looks very nice. It doesn't have any views. It's only four stories high and it looks onto trees if you're up on the fourth floor. But it is on a very busy street corner. The side..."
"Magnolia of Millbrae was a large community. It's like one full block. It was spacious but was a little bit too large for my mother. I didn't think she could kind of navigate the area. The staff and everybody were very nice though. We had lunch there ..."
"My friend has moved into The Sequoias San Francisco. We are very pleased with this one. We compared it to a couple of others and this one gave us better flexibility. My friend wanted a one- or a two-bedroom unit and it offered the largest unit that w..."
"Baywood Court was a wonderful place. It was clean and beautiful. The thing I really noticed was that all the residents looked really happy. They were all smiling and friendly. The lady who gave the tour was very informative, friendly, and really easy..."
"I toured the San Francisco Towers. The facility is beautiful and meticulously maintained. Everything about it is lovely, thought about, and polished. It is highly secure, which is very important. The apartments are good size. The small ones are well ..."
"I like Lafayette Gardens. I would be thinking about putting my wife there. It seemed to be very nice. It was clean. One of the caretakers showed me around, but the owner came later to talk to me. I sat around there with them for about half an hour wa..."
"I toured El Cerrito Royale. The staff is very friendly and consistent. I've been there a couple of times before, so I recognize the staff from previous visits. The director has been there for more than 30 years. The place is upscale and nicely decora..."
"We placed my father in a board and care facility called Hidden Valley Care Home in Lafayette. He was only there one night, but it was very good. We were very happy with it. It was the best fit for his needs. He was bedbound. It seemed like he was goi..."
"My wife and I were very pleased with the care her father received from the time he entered dementia until his recent passing. They were always very attentive to their guests. Very fortunate find for us! ..."
"Peninsula Del Rey was a very nice place. They had so many activities going on, there's no way you could do it all. I went to their restaurant, and the food looked good. They just covered everything. They even had free parking for your car if you brou..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in South San Francisco, CA and Nearby Cities
Assisted living residents in South San Francisco pay $6,319 per month on average for care. This exceeds the state norm of $5,250 and the national average of $4,500, as well as rates in other cities in Central California. For example, in San Jose, monthly fees are about $300 lower than in South San Francisco, and in Santa Cruz, residents pay about 12% less for care. Similarly, in Vallejo, rates are 22% less than in South San Francisco, and in Stockton, monthly fees are highly competitive at $3,649.
South San Francisco
$6,319
California
$5,250
United States
$4,500
Vallejo
$4,950
Stockton
$3,649
San Jose
$6,000
Santa Cruz
$5,550
Paying for Assisted Living in South San Francisco
In South San Francisco, assisted living facilities charge $6,319 per month for housing and services.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in South San Francisco
In South San Francisco, the state's Medicaid program, Medi-Cal, can help eligible seniors pay for the cost of an assisted living facility through the Assisted Waiver Program.
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:
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in South San Francisco, CA
Assisted living is one of the more affordable senior care options in South San Francisco, with seniors paying $6,319 per month for this level of care. Residential care costs considerably less than home-based services, which come in at $6,864 for non medical in-home care and $7,150 for specialized home health care. It’s also about 45% lower than the cost of nursing home care, although seniors may save about $4,370 by opting for adult day health care.
In-Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$7,150
Adult Health Care
$1,950
Assisted Living Facility
$6,319
Nursing Home Facility (semi private room)
$11,566
Note: Data for South San Francisco was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, San Francisco, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in South San Francisco
South San Francisco 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 South San Francisco, please visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in South San Francisco
South San Francisco 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.
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Review of Sunvill Board And Care II
I moved my wife to Sunvill Board and Care II. The staff is too old to take care of the person that's younger than them. There's no activity there. The only time that I can take her to the living...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Aegis of San Francisco
For the past 2 ½ years, my mother-in-law has been a resident at Aegis of San Francisco in South San Francisco, where the overall facility and staff are nice and dedicated. Unfortunately, we...
I toured Aegis of San Francisco. I liked the fact that they have 35 helpers on staff versus 75 patients, so it's a pretty good ratio. I looked at the menu. Unfortunately, my mother-in-law is not a...