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Residential care homes in San Mateo often appeal to seniors who want to remain in a close-knit, familiar home environment but need personal care services like grooming assistance, medication reminders, and even help with cooking and cleaning. And, they’re typically home to fewer residents, enabling caregivers and residents to build stronger connections. The average cost of care homes in San Mateo is $6,348 per month.

To find the best care home options for your needs and budget, browse 870 care homes in San Mateo and read 1166 reviews of families’ experiences. You may also consider nearby communities such as San Francisco, Fremont and Hayward.

Residential Care Home Facilities near San Mateo, CA

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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 Red Maple Residential Home is a six-bed residential care facility licensed by the State of California.       Located in a safe and quiet neighborhood in beautiful El Cerrito, our facility is close to shopping centers, hospitals, churches, a community center, a senior...
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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.
We are licensed for 6 with professional caregivers live in on-site and are there for you when you need them 24/7. Three caregivers are on duty during the day and 1 night person. We have a Dementia and Hospice Waiver. We also accept respite, incontinent and Alzheimer's patients. We have beautiful...
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It seems like it is going well for my mother-in-law since her move into this home. We are very pleased, there is one caregiver named Grace that has done a very good job. She takes pictures and when we see my...
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 BonHomie Residential Care in Saratoga, CA, truly brings to life the culmination of establishing and adhering to our core values that have effectively served our residents in 8 locations for over 25 years. We pride ourselves in being a family-run business that has a proven track record of...
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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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My mom is doing okay in this home.She has staff who giving her good care. The home is clean for the residents and my mom is eating good meals. They were able to care for her high level needs.
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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.
Priscilla's Residential Care III is a senior care home located in San Jose, CA, in Santa Clara County. The weather is moderate with at least 300 days of sunshine. The surrounding mountains shield the city from rain, so it's easy for our seniors to get around town to enjoy the many activities and...
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I pick this community over others because they had a private room and was very clean and organized. The owner was upfront with the costs and care for my mother. Which my mother received and probably wouldn't...
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.
Golden Shore Care Home is an assisted living facility that has a family based setting. They have all of the amenities your loved ones could need and want while still being able to provide the great, personalized, professional care for them to remain healthy and happy in their lives. Your elderly...
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Provides: Residential Care Home
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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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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.
Our facility understands how difficult it is to be away from your loved ones especially when you realize that an extra pair of helping hands is already necessary.Parkview, as a community resource offers elderly and their family member a hospitable service that would support their plan of care...
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My Mom was placed in Palm Garden after having a heart attack and stroke. The attendants were very patient with her during her rehabilitation and were very caring. We appreciate the time she spent with them....
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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.
Palm Garden is a licensed residential care facility for ambulatory and non-ambulatory elderly. We offer private and semi-private rooms. It has amenities that provide safety and comfort to its residents. Each room is beautifully furnished and decorated. However, we allow residents to bring their...
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This is a great place so far. The staff is wonderful, the facility is clean and the residents are very happy (or at least they seem to be.) I am happy that we chose Golden Age Senior Care Center. Thanks so...
Provides: Residential Care Home
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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.
Our Services: We will work with you to evaluate the level of care that is necessary to improve your love one's quality of life. We offer a variety of services to give our clients the specific care they need, including: * Home Care (Medical/ Non-Medical) * Personal Care (Bathing/ Bathroom...
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I love this place. The staff is great and very personal. They really cater to the needs of my loved one. The home really feels like a home and not a facility. The business is a family operated business and...
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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 Plaza Rest Home Park Plaza Rest Home is a senior residential care home that is located in the coastal city of Richmond, CA and in the western part of Contra Costa County. Richmond is situated directly on the San Francisco Bay and the San Pablo Bay, offering beautiful, scenic water views. The...
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                   We value the joy of life, we are here to make it as long as possible.Our mission is to develop and promote an environment that supports the safety, dignity, physical, intellectual, and...
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We are new to Arlen Manor. My mother is very happy with her room and with the care given to her, I owners are great. We just moved here abut 8 weeks ago and it is a refreshing change from the previous board...
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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.
We have a 6 bed residential care facility for the elderly (age 60 and above), located in a fine residential neighborhood. Our full time staff provides around the clock care and supervision for our residents. Our home is within few blocks of two major medical facilities. Since we are in a major...
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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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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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We offer round the clock care for elders in a respectful, loving, and warm family atmosphere with a low 1:3 caregiver-to-client ratio. We prepare all home-cooked meals on-site with little or no pre-processed food and special attention to healthy low-sodium, low-fat, and low- or no-sugar diets. We...
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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.
Imagine a very special place that is sensitive to the needs of seniors. A vibrant and upbeat home that does not just meet, but far exceeds the expectations of its residents. At All About Seniors, we take great care to balance the independence our seniors desire with the support they need. Our...
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I think the cost is consistent with the other places we investigated and my mother has a private room. They do well with the care. There's cards there, there's television, but for my mother, those aren't...
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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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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.
We service elderly who have have early to moderate stages of Alzheimer's, Dementia or related disorders like stroke victims. We also service persons age 60 and over, bedridden and persons who need some care and are no longer able to live at home. We service 24 hour home care and supervision,...
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It is the philosophy of Latimer Haven to create an environment for seniors, where professionalism and human kindness exist side by side and where dignity, independence, safety and comfort are preserved. We believe that our uncompromising commitment to quality care will offer peace of mind for the...
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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.
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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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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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My loved one's stay at Cataldi manor was excellent. The facility was well maintained and the staff did what they could to care for my loved one. I had no complaints about my loved one's time at this facility
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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.
Cataldi Manor is located in San Jose, CA in Santa Clara County. This residential care home is located in an area that is busy and full of excitement. San Jose offers much to residents and guests, allowing them to stay entertained. Those spending time in this area enjoy checking out Municipal Rose...

Cost of care homes in San Mateo, CA

The average cost of senior living in San Mateo is $6,348 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include San Francisco, CA with an average of $3,448 per month.

Residential care home costs in San Mateo, CA, vs. state and national averages

San Mateo, CA
$6,348/mo
U.S. national average
$5,079/mo

Residential care home costs in San Mateo, CA, vs. other senior living options

$8,617/mo
Residential Care Home
$6,348/mo

Residential care home costs in San Mateo, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,323/mo
Private
$6,708/mo

Senior living costs in San Mateo vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: San Mateo, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSan Mateo, CACaliforniaU.S.
Residential Care Home$6,348/mo$5,350/mo$5,079/mo
Assisted Living$7,650/mo$6,206/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,617/mo$7,329/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$5,117/mo$4,174/mo$3,520/mo
Residential Care Home
San Mateo, CA:$6,348/mo
California:$5,350/mo
U.S.:$5,079/mo
Assisted Living
San Mateo, CA:$7,650/mo
California:$6,206/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
San Mateo, CA:$8,617/mo
California:$7,329/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
San Mateo, CA:$5,117/mo
California:$4,174/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Residential care home costs in San Mateo, CA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly residential care home costs have shifted over the past five years in San Mateo 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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Residential care home cost trends in San Mateo, CA

The table below shows how monthly residential care home costs in San Mateo 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 average 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
San Mateo, CA$5,120/mo$4,984/mo+2.7%
California$4,771/mo$4,613/mo+3.4%
National$4,801/mo$4,687/mo+2.4%
San Mateo, CA
2024 average cost:$5,120/mo
2023 average cost:$4,984/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
California
2024 average cost:$4,771/mo
2023 average cost:$4,613/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$4,801/mo
2023 average cost:$4,687/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about residential care home in San Mateo

Recent reviews for residential care home in San Mateo

Karo Mina Care Home in San Ramon, CA

5.0
Mom is still there and we are very happy.Has a very homey feel and is in a home. We didn't want a large place. They only can have about 5 in residence and they are normally women.

Palm Garden Home Care in Danville, CA

5.0
The owner and all caretakers are very efficient, caring and loving to all of their patients.

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.

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Blue Horizon Living LLC, Zannat Boarding Care, Inc and A Home of Our Own are the top-rated residential care home facilities near San Mateo, California. See full list of communities.
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