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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in San Carlos, CA
Assisted living costs in San Carlos average about $5,028 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 69 communities in San Carlos. Our detailed directory has 547 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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I had a wonderful experience meeting [name removed] and [name removed] . They are so kind and comforting. I also met the the nurse [name removed] . Overall I had such a positive experience meeting staff...
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.
About Sunrise of San MateoSunrise of San Mateo offers a homelike and nurturing setting with personal services and engaging activities for seniors of all life stages. Located just minutes away from downtown San Mateo, California, our residents may enjoy a variety of fine dining, shopping and...
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Very great tour and lunch. I have an overall positive experience here. Feels very homey and they do take a higher level of care.
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.
About Sunrise of SunnyvaleCommunity & Location Highlights:Convenient location in beautiful Sunnyvale, CANear El Camino HospitalRooftop garden with stunning views of the surrounding regionConvenient access via Highways 85, 101, 880 and 280Minutes from Sunnyvale Town Center, featuring Macy's...
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61 reviews
Overall Atria is by far the only facility we toured that is bright, clean, spacious and well staffed. The community areas are clean and the cleaning staff for the rooms are good. The long term staff are...
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.
Atria at Foster Square residents enjoy contemporary, upscale surroundings in the heart of Foster Square, a new residential and retail neighborhood in Foster City just south of San Francisco. The community’s central location puts older people within easy walking distance of boutiques, cafés and...
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25 reviews
The new director is very responsive and approachable. Staff is warm and helpful. I do wish they could wash the carpets more often. They also need to provide more activities.
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.
Ivy Park at Belmont is a quaint senior living community tucked away in the serene community of Belmont, California. Ivy Park is perfectly nestled between the vibrant cities of San Francisco and San Jose and residents can experience a tranquil tight-knit community while still enjoying convenient...
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71 reviews
They are accommodating, friendly and welcoming to the residents and the family. There's plenty of activities to keep busy and pleasant places to just sit and relax. Everyone from the cleaning staff to the...
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.
For more than 20 years, Atria has served the families of San Mateo. The community will seek LEED® certification for sustainable design, construction and operation.In addition to discreet assistance with daily tasks like bathing and getting dressed, Atria Park of San Mateo has a licensed nurse...
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15 reviews
Meadow Gardens has had several management changes in the 2+ years my conservator has been there. The current management is great. The staff has been caring throughout the stay. A good location, with sunny...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Welcome to Meadow Gardens of Menlo Park Memory Care community! We are a cozy, one story community nestled in a residential neighborhood. This charming community offers Memory Care services to our residents who have dementia/Alzheimer's. We have capacity for 43.Our residents enjoy a large, secure...
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68 reviews
We were so happy we used a place for mom. We were lucky to be assigned to [name removed] who helped us find assisted living for our Uncle when under pressure to find housing within 3 days.She could not have...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Make the Most of Your Golden YearsOur warm and welcoming independent and assisted living community is nestled in one of the most scenic areas of the San Francisco Bay. With a convenient location between Palo Alto and San Mateo, you can embrace all the natural beauty and wonder California has to...
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I would tell others looking into Palm Villas that it is a very nice, very clean facility. The main reason we chose Palm Villas was because during our tour, clients were there and they highly recommended...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Palm Villas in beautiful Fremont California offers a clean atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food. The surrounding area is serene and pleasant and outdoor areas are tastefully furnished and landscaped for many enjoyable afternoons. Fremont California also offers pleasant weather year...
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19 reviews
The staff is wonderful, very helpful and caring. LPN's are on top of the residents' health and care needs. Other residents have been welcoming. The meals are good, although service in the dining room is...
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.
Oakmont of Burlingame is a lovely retirement community set on a verdant property with beautiful views, award-winning dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. Shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment are all within walking distance. Oakmont provides residents and their...
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7 reviews
My loved one is currently a resident at Palo Alto Commons and everything about her experience at this facility has been great so far. Things seem to be working out well for her. The move in process went...
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.
Palo Alto Commons is family owned and has been operating since 1990. Providing premier assisted living, Alzheimer’s/dementia care and exclusive, specialized higher levels of care in a lovely, residential setting. A month to month rental structure allows for flexibility and peace of mind. Our...
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7.7
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131 reviews
I would say it's a good place overall. Communication from staff could be a little better but overall is ok. Clean and staff is friendly and cares about the wellbeing of my Mom. Honestly, price because it's...
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.
Set within the City of Trees on the San Francisco Peninsula, Pacifica Senior Living Burlingame offers a progressive senior living community for active adults. We're located across the street from Washington Park, which provides scenic views for nearly every apartment. We are also convenient to...
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14 reviews
We had to relocate our 92 year young mom, just about a year ago, from a home our dad built 60 years ago and although it was a tough emotional transition The Oakmont staff made the rest of the move almost...
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.
Oakmont of Redwood City is a lovely retirement community set on a verdant property with beautiful views, award-winning dining, and an abundance of on-site amenities. Shopping, fine dining, the arts, and world-class entertainment are all within walking distance. Friends and neighbors appreciate...
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This place has been wonderful, for the most part, with my loved one. They are caring and keep me informed. They are quick to respond to changes or needs that may arise. They try to accommodate special needs...
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.
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Silverado is a beautiful home. It is always clean and well maintained. The staff is friendly and attentive to the residents. The activities are fun and the residents really seem to enjoy them. The level of...
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.
For nearly 20 years Silverado has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those with Alzheimer's,...
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Dad is doing very well here. He is not doing as much as I would like to see him do but the staff is always encouraging him to do things but that is not really his personality which is fine. The food is good...
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.
One of the Peninsulas most centrally located communities, just steps from a Cal Train station, El Camino Real, HWY 101, Downtown Belmont and minutes up Ralston Avenue to 280; Voralto Living at Belmont is a convenient location for those seeking Independent Living, Assisted Living or families...
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3 reviews
The property at the Cogir of Vista Terrace is limited for activities. There is nowhere to meet and greet outside. There is also not enough variety on the food menu.
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.
At Cogir of Vista Terrace, seniors can enjoy assisted living with a personalized touch and access to all the San Francisco Bay Area has in store.Here, residents have around-the-clock access to individualized care from compassionate staff based on their needs through services such as scheduled...
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The facility provided her a hospital bed until I was able to get one; very reasonable and kind management. The staff members were extremely helpful and caring. Keep in mind, my mom was placed in care during...
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.
We are family owned and managed offering care home accommodations in the San Francisco peninsula area for seniors in need of living assistance. In specific homes we have the ability to care for seniors with special needs such as dementia, Alzheimer's, immobility, incontinence and other special...
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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 the heart of Silicon Valley California, Vi at Palo Alto is a Life Plan community, also known as a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), situated on 23 lush acres of Stanford Property. Our assisted and independent living community offers a wide array of amenities and benefits to...
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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.
Our Burlingame, CA memory care community features exceptional memory care at affordable rates. Our community is located in the heart of Burlingame in the same neighborhood as Mills-Peninsula Hospital just outside of San Mateo. What is unique in our memory care community is the care given to the...
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We picked this community, because my aunt knew people who lived thereThe facility is very nice as are the services. Interactions with the team is somewhat challenging as there's no single point of contact....
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.
Ivy Park at Palo Alto is an assisted living and memory care community set on a beautiful piece of property easily accessible from Interstate 280. The location boasts lovely walking paths and gardens near many regional nature trails and parks. It’s only a short distance from many popular...
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I first found out about Mills Estate and Burlingame Villas years ago when I wrote an article for a newspaper I used to work at. When my mother needed care, I have placed her in Mills Estate Villa for...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Our fully licensed assisted living facility in San Mateo county, Mills Estate Villa, provides housing along with just the right balance of supportive services and health-related care. Our assisted living facility is located in Burlingame just outside of San Mateo, is easily accessible from...
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We have been very happy with our experience at The Trousdale. The managing director here is really, really good. The staff members here are all very dedicated to their residents, they do have some turnover...
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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It's extremely clean! And the staff is very professional while also being genuinely caring and empathetic. They're easy to get a hold of and very communicative The home itself is very comfortable and has a...
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.
You or your loved one can prevent most problems that come with old age through assisted living centers like Therese Care Home. This home care facility is located on a large lot in Union City, CA. It is surrounded by oak trees that are centuries old and many beautiful views of the nature. Therese...
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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...
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...
Cost of assisted living in San Carlos, CA
The average cost of senior living in San Carlos is $5,028 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Half Moon Bay, CA with an average of $5,168 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in San Carlos, CA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about assisted living in San Carlos
Recent reviews for assisted living in San Carlos
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 .
Goldencare 2 in Alameda, CA
5.0
I love Golden Care but having issue with A Place for Mom. Golden Care is great and I'm pleased, but I went on my own to the facility, not through A Place for Mom.
Ivy Park at Palo Alto
5.0
From the looks of our visits, my mom is experiencing a good, new lifestyle. She has made the transition just fine. We are getting the doctor set up and I am familiar with the staff. They are great workers and I think the facility is great too. The manager, staff, nurses, are all very nice, all ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and attentive staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and helpfulness of staff members at various communities. For example, at Oakmont of Redwood City, the staff greets residents and their families with a smile, while at Atria Park of San Mateo, they offer assistance and encourage residents to engage in ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Many residents praise the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities, such as at Sunrise of San Mateo, where the facilities are modern and well-lit, and at Oakmont of Burlingame, where the apartment is attractive and has a homey feel. At Pacifica Senior Living Burlingame, the cleanliness ...
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Wide range of activities. Residents enjoy the diverse activities offered at their communities, like at Oakmont of Redwood City, where there are numerous activities to encourage socialization. At Sunrise of Sunnyvale, they offer activities for all health and age ranges, and at Atria at Foster Square, there are regul ...
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Comfortable living spaces. Seniors appreciate the comfort and privacy of their living spaces, such as at Atria Park of San Mateo, where the rooms are clean and spacious, and at Atria at Foster Square, where the apartments are modern and roomy. At Sunrise of Sunnyvale, residents enjoy the homey atmosphere and feel, w ...
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Customized care plans. Several communities, like Atria at Foster Square, offer customized care plans to accommodate residents' unique needs. At Atria at Foster Square, the staff adapts to the level of care required, and at Pacifica Senior Living Burlingame, they provide help when needed while respecting resident ...
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Supportive community environment. Many reviews mention the sense of community and support at their loved ones' residences. At Sunrise of Sunnyvale, residents and staff form strong bonds, and at Oakmont of Redwood City, residents make many friends. At Atria at Foster Square, residents enjoy a lively and active community atm ...
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San Carlos review score based on 93 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 93 reviews of 58 San Carlos assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The San Carlos 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
San Carlos review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for San Carlos 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 93 reviews of 58 San Carlos assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare San Carlos 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.San Carlos, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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San Carlos assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Carlos assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Carlos, 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 San Carlos 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 San Carlos that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
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Home care agency on-site
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Non-ambulatory care
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Respite or short term stays
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Availability of select dementia care services in San Carlos 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 San Carlos Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
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Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
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Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in San Carlos 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 San Carlos partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.5%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
29.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.1%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.3%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in San Carlos 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 San Carlos communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
San Carlos, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.6%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
22.4%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Carlos 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 San Carlos offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.9%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.8%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.6%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.1%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.6%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.8%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
32.8%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
19%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.1%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.8%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in San Carlos
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about California assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in San Carlos protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Coterie Cathedral Hill, Sunrise of San Mateo and Cogir of Fremont Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near San Carlos, California. See full list of communities.
There are 69 assisted living facilities near San Carlos, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in San Carlos, California are Coterie Cathedral Hill, Sunrise of San Mateo and Cogir of Fremont Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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