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Assisted living costs in Stanford average about $5,000 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 61 communities in Stanford. Our detailed directory has 410 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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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...
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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.
Facility is located at Redwood Shores. Very quiet and peaceful area. Parks, grocery stores, lakes, library and Oracle building are walking distance. Shopping Mal is about 10min. drive. Weather is always sunny. Nice to take leisure walk around neighborhood area with pine trees and beautiful...
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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.
For almost twenty years, Villa Mar Residential Care Home has provided excellent care to the elderly and has helped ensure patient's quality of life. Our property assures greater independence and security for you and your loved ones. A Home Away from Home, where you can find help and guaranteed...
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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.
Bonnie Brae Terrace focuses on affordable living for seniors and is nestled on a quiet street in Belmont, CA surrounded by beautiful views. Our complex offers studio apartments as well as a limited number of studio alcove and one bedroom apartments. Sixteen apartments are available for people...
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Cost of assisted living in Stanford, CA

The average cost of senior living in Stanford is $5,000 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Portola Valley, CA with an average of $4,943 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Stanford, CA vs. nearby cities

Stanford, CA
$5,000/mo
$4,968/mo
$4,977/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Stanford, CA vs. the state and national average

Stanford, CA
$5,000/mo
U.S. national average
$4,635/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Stanford vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,000/mo
$6,487/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Stanford, CA by room type

Semi-Private
$7,614/mo
Studio
$8,319/mo
1 Bedroom
$10,197/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,296/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Stanford over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Stanford, 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 Stanford.

What families are saying about assisted living in Stanford

Recent reviews for assisted living in Stanford

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

Welcoming and friendly staff. Reviews consistently express appreciation for the warm interactions between residents and staff at various communities, such as Oakmont of Redwood City, Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, and Sunrise of Sunnyvale. Staff members go above and beyond to create a welcoming environment for new res ...
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Variety of social activities. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at communities like Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, Sunrise of Sunnyvale, and Oakmont of Redwood City. From live entertainment and bingo nights to arts and crafts, there's always something new and engaging for residents to participate in ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Reviews often highlight the importance of excellent food and dining experiences in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, as mentioned in the reviews for Atria Sunnyvale, Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, and Oakmont of Redwood City. Communities cater to residents' dietary nee ...
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Thoughtful onboarding process. Several reviews mention the importance of a smooth transition for new residents and their families, as noted in the experiences at Atria Sunnyvale, Oakmont of Redwood City, and Ivy Park at Palo Alto. Communities provide clear communication and support during the move-in process.
Caring and compassionate caregivers. Residents and their families express gratitude for the compassionate and attentive caregivers at various communities, such as Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, Sunrise of San Mateo, and Sunrise of Sunnyvale. These dedicated individuals help ensure that residents receive the care and support ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, as mentioned in the experiences at Atria Sunnyvale, BridgePoint at Los Altos, and Sunrise of Sunnyvale. Regular maintenance and updates are prioritized to create a comfortable living environment.
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Stanford review score based on 96 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 96 reviews of 52 Stanford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Stanford 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

Stanford review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Stanford, CA52 facilities
7.8
Palo Alto, CA58 facilities
7.9
Atherton, CA67 facilities

Review subcategories for Stanford 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 96 reviews of 52 Stanford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Stanford 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.
Stanford, CA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Stanford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stanford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stanford, 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 Stanford 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 Stanford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Stanford, CANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40.4%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.1%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
73.1%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.2%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.2%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.3%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Stanford 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 Stanford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Stanford, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.9%
32.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.2%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Stanford 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 Stanford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Stanford, CANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.2%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.6%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
32.7%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
35.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.2%
15.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Stanford 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 Stanford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Stanford, CANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.8%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stanford 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 Stanford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Stanford, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.5%
46.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
30.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.5%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.8%
41.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.9%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
37.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
36.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
17.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
45.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Stanford

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 Stanford protect seniors.

Learn about California Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, Sunrise of Sunnyvale and Sunrise of San Mateo are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Stanford, California. See full list of communities.

There are 61 assisted living facilities near Stanford, California. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Stanford, California are Cogir of Fremont Senior Living, Sunrise of Sunnyvale and Carefield Pleasanton Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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