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Assisted living costs in San Carlos average about $5,123 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 68 communities in San Carlos. Our detailed directory has 600 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
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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.
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.
Burlingame Manor is located in the quiet city of Burlingame, California. Our location has both the look and feel of a private home, making the transition to a residential care facility as seamless as possible. By accepting only 6 residents at any given time, we can provide for every individual...
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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.
Pine Shadow Pine Shadow is a residential care home located in the bedroom community of Palo Alto, California in Santa Clara County. Located just 33 miles south of downtown San Francisco and 17 miles northwest of downtown San Jose, the city is filled with many outdoor recreation areas as well as...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Great Location and Personalized Service At Palm Assisted Living your loved ones will experience a stay that is truly like being at home. Founded on the principal of heart and home first, we strive to make every aspect of care at the level of excellence you deserve. Our residential setting allows...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
The Birches is the best (and safest) state-of-the-art six-bed facility in our area, according to such authorities as the head of Emergency Medicine at Redwood City's Kaiser Hospital, State Licensing's Technical Assistance Analyst, and the Palo Alto Fire Department. We are owner-occupied, and...
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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.
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We are very happy with this service. We liked that they were able to send us a someone who is very helpful and caring. The caretaker arrives on time and helps with the needs of my mom. We would recommend...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Advent Residential Home II is located in Millbrae, CA in San Mateo County. This residential care home is set in an area just west of San Francisco Bay. Those who spend time in Millbrae enjoy the beauty that is in the area, and they appreciate all that Bayfront Park has to offer. Advent...
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They loved it there. It is independent living. Each room had it's own little kitchen and a microwave but they ate meals in the dining room. the service was nice and they had a lot of activities going on. It...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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Cost of assisted living in San Carlos, CA

The average cost of senior living in San Carlos is $5,123 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Portola Valley, CA with an average of $5,003 per month.

Assisted living costs in San Carlos, CA, vs. nearby cities

San Carlos, CA
$5,123/mo
$5,198/mo

Assisted living costs in San Carlos, CA, vs. state and national averages

San Carlos, CA
$5,123/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in San Carlos, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,123/mo
$6,480/mo

Assisted living costs in San Carlos, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,662/mo
Private
$6,833/mo
Studio
$7,343/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,878/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,937/mo

Senior living costs in San Carlos 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: San Carlos, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSan Carlos, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,123/mo$4,503/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,480/mo$5,458/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$5,724/mo$4,697/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
San Carlos, CA:$5,123/mo
California:$4,503/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
San Carlos, CA:$6,480/mo
California:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
San Carlos, CA:$5,724/mo
California:$4,697/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in San Carlos, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in San Carlos 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 San Carlos, CA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in San Carlos 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.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
San Carlos, CA$8,565/mo$8,830/mo-3.0%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
San Carlos, CA
2024 average cost:$8,565/mo
2023 average cost:$8,830/mo
Percent change:-3.0%
California
2024 average cost:$5,659/mo
2023 average cost:$5,368/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in San Carlos, CA

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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.

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

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 Burlingame Senior Living, the cleanliness is a prio ...
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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 Burlingame Senior Living, they provide help when needed while respecting residents' indepe ...
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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 94 family reviews

7.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 94 reviews of 56 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

7.3
San Carlos, CA56 facilities
7.4
Belmont, CA69 facilities
7.4
Redwood City, CA69 facilities

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 94 reviews of 56 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
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.2
3.8
Staff
3.6
4.0
Meals & dining
3.2
3.7
Activities
3.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.2
3.7
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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.
San Carlos, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.8%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.4%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
67.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.4%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.6%
52.4%
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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.
San Carlos, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.4%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.9%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.7%
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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.
San Carlos, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.6%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
30.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
17.3%
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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
25%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
23.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
18%
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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.
San Carlos, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.6%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.9%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.9%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
33.9%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
19.6%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.9%
46%
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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 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 San Carlos protect seniors.
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Sunrise of Sunnyvale, Atria Park of San Mateo and Ivy Park at Belmont are the top-rated assisted living facilities near San Carlos, California. See full list of communities.
There are 68 assisted living facilities near San Carlos, California. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in San Carlos, California are Sunrise of Sunnyvale and Cogir of Fremont Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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