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Assisted living costs in Portola Valley average about $5,020 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 51 communities in Portola Valley. Our detailed directory has 275 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Vera Manor is a professionally operated and managed assisted living facility that is located in Redwood City, California. Our facility is located in a prime area and close to Kaiser Foundation Hospital. Our 20 years plus experience taking care of the elderly is our guarantee that we provide high...
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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We selected this place due to the feedback of family of current and past residents. We wanted to move Mom to get more customized personal care like walking and better dental hygiene. In these first 9 days,...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Pinehill Residential Care Home is a retirement facility with two locations: a residential care facility in Mountain View, California and an independent living facility in Sunnyvale, California. Whether your loved one needs constant care and monitoring or a peaceful, safe, and comfortable place to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in beautiful Palo Alto on the Taube Koret Campus for Jewish Life, Moldow Family Residences aims to be a "place where your spirit can thrive." We offer a complete care system for senior adults. Our independent living apartments cater to active adults. The maintenance-free units vary in...
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Compassionate and personalized care.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Diamond Home Care To speak with an advisor about this community call: (866) 344-4946 384 S. Rock River Rd. Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Cell: (626)383-2680 Phone:(909)594-9968 Fax:(909)861-2304 Email: diamond_homecare@yahoo.com Facility License: 197607304 Board and Care Home About Diamond Home Care...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Chartier Home has years of experience. A beautiful newly remodeled residential care facility located in the exclusive Westside area of Redwood City. This intimate retirement home provides all the care and assistance with daily needs and offers its residents all the quality services and amenities...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Diamond Residential Care-Brook
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Diamond Residential Care-Brook is an assisted living community located in the majestic Mountain View, California region. Aside from being a beautiful place to call home, we operate on a tight knit community oriented policy; therefore, you can be rest assured that your stay at Diamond Residential...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Madera Villa
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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This is an excellent facility established by local residents for independent and assisted living and memory care. It's located within easy, safe walking distance of a friendly downtown area, providing a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
San Carlos Elms is a comfortable home setting with the security and benefits of supportive services to each resident. The Elms is conveniently located within easy walking distance of beautiful downtown San Carlos churches, Senior Center and City Library. Fire and Police Departments are within...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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They've done a great job so far at Park View Residence! Everyone has been very friendly, and they've taken great care of Mom. At one point she needed to go to the hospital, and they were quick and efficient...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Park View Residence, located at 819 West Washington Avenue in Sunnyvale, California is an independent and assisted living facility for the elderly with a capacity for six tenants, providing an intimate environment ideal for seniors accustomed to living in a single-family setting. Park View...

Cost of assisted living in Portola Valley, CA

The average cost of senior living in Portola Valley is $5,020 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Half Moon Bay, CA with an average of $5,026 per month.

Assisted living costs in Portola Valley, CA, vs. nearby cities

Portola Valley, CA
$5,020/mo
$5,057/mo
$5,047/mo

Assisted living costs in Portola Valley, CA, vs. state and national averages

Portola Valley, CA
$5,020/mo
U.S. national average
$4,752/mo

Assisted living costs in Portola Valley, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,020/mo
$6,556/mo

Assisted living costs in Portola Valley, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,311/mo
Studio
$7,068/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,903/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,133/mo

Senior living costs in Portola Valley vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Portola Valley, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typePortola Valley, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,020/mo$4,536/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$6,556/mo$5,534/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living$5,772/mo$4,762/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Portola Valley, CA:$5,020/mo
California:$4,536/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Portola Valley, CA:$6,556/mo
California:$5,534/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Portola Valley, CA:$5,772/mo
California:$4,762/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Assisted living costs in Portola Valley, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Portola Valley and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Portola Valley, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Portola Valley have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Portola Valley, CA$9,021/mo$8,065/mo+11.8%
California$5,633/mo$5,336/mo+5.6%
National$5,323/mo$5,059/mo+5.2%
Portola Valley, CA
2024 average cost:$9,021/mo
2023 average cost:$8,065/mo
Percent change:+11.8%
California
2024 average cost:$5,633/mo
2023 average cost:$5,336/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,323/mo
2023 average cost:$5,059/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Portola Valley, CA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Portola Valley.

What families are saying about assisted living in Portola Valley

Recent reviews for assisted living in Portola Valley

Golden Heritage Living in San Jose, CA

5.0
This place is an excellent facility that specializes in the care of Chinese speaking people. It is well maintained and the staff is always ready to help. My mom lived there until she passed .

Rosemont Gardens in San Leandro, CA

5.0
Excellent caring staff. Clean place. My Auntie [name removed] is here. I visited from Anaheim California. My auntie Husband just passed away. My auntie looked beautiful and happy. I talked with staff and they were very professional

Aegis of San Francisco in South San Francisco, CA

3.9
I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. This is a good place overall. The staff are very nice to work with. The call response times from the time the resident's clicks the call button could be improved upon. The food is enjoyed by my loved one.

Portola Valley review score based on 50 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 50 reviews of 42 Portola Valley assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Portola Valley review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Portola Valley review score compared against nearby cities

7.0
Portola Valley, CA42 facilities
7.6
Woodside, CA57 facilities
7.6
Palo Alto, CA59 facilities

Review subcategories for Portola Valley assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 50 reviews of 42 Portola Valley assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Portola Valley resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Portola Valley, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.9
Friendliness
3.9
4.0
Care services
3.3
3.6
Staff
3.6
3.9
Meals & dining
3.2
3.5
Activities
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3.5
Value for cost*
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3.6
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Portola Valley assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Portola Valley assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Portola Valley, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Portola Valley assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Portola Valley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Portola Valley, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.1%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
19%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
69%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40.5%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.3%
52.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Portola Valley assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Portola Valley Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Portola Valley, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.4%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.8%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.4%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Portola Valley assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Portola Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Portola Valley, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Portola Valley assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Portola Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Portola Valley, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
23.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Portola Valley assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Portola Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Portola Valley, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
31%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.7%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.2%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.2%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Portola Valley

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Portola Valley protect seniors.
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Oakmont of Redwood City, BridgePoint at Los Altos and Villa Toscana Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Portola Valley, California. See full list of communities.
There are 51 assisted living facilities near Portola Valley, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Portola Valley, California are Atria Sunnyvale and Harbor at Hillsdale. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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