Enchanted Garden for Seniors

Enchanted Garden for Seniors is an Assisted Living Home in California

Enchanted Garden for Seniors is an Assisted Living Home in California

Enchanted Garden for Seniors

188 Starlite Dr, San Mateo, CA 94402 View Map

Enchanted Garden for Seniors is an Assisted Living Home in California

Enchanted Garden for Seniors is an Assisted Living Home in California

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Overview of Enchanted Garden for Seniors

Enchanted Garden for Seniors is an inviting assisted living community in San Mateo, CA, that offers personal care. Here, older adults can keep their peace of mind, accompanied by the community’s home-like atmosphere. High-quality services are also offered, including round-the-clock support, household services, and nutritious meals, to maintain residents’ independence with ease. The community also works closely with residents to develop individualized care plans that aim to ease challenges in their later years.

Exercise classes, arts and crafts, and social events allow residents to freely interact with friends and gain meaningful experiences. With thoughtfully furnished rooms and lively gathering areas, residents have a laid-back retirement. The community’s peaceful setting in the residential area of San Mateo ensures residents can rest without hassles. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in California, this assisted living community continuously provides exceptional services for older adults’ well-being.

(279)-300-4141

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 6

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the California average
Occupancy rate 83.3%
Occupancy rate
83.3%
Bed community size
6-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 13 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy Rate
83%
Occupied Beds
5 of 6
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.

California average: 72%

Additional licensing details

County: SAN MATEO

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Dining Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

Types of Care at Enchanted Garden for Seniors

Assisted Living
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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

0 visits

California average: 14 visits

Breakdown by visit type

0 total complaint visits

0 other visits Info Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.

California average

12 total complaint visits

7 other visits

3 official inspections

California average: 4 official inspections

8 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

California average: 9 citations

1 serious citation

A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.

California average: 3 serious citations

7 moderate citations

A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.

California average: 4 moderate citations

Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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Address 3.5 miles from city center

Address 188 Starlite Dr, San Mateo, CA 94402

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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)
  • General: Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • CA Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
  • Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
  • General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
  • Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
  • Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
  • General: Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
  • Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
  • General: Age 62+, California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).
  • Asset Limits: Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
  • CA Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
  • Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
CA ALW
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
  • Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
California CARES Program
CA CARES
  • General: Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable; need-based.
  • CA Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
  • Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  • General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
  • CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
  • Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for California Seniors

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • CA Specifics:
    County-managed; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
California IHSS

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics:
    Can hire family as caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
CA MSSP

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics:
    Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
CA PTP

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 62+, California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).
  • Asset Limits:
    Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
  • CA Specifics:
    Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
CA ALW

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual).
  • CA Specifics:
    Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
CA CARES

California CARES Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable; need-based.
  • CA Specifics:
    High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
CA LIHEAP

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable; income-focused.
  • CA Specifics:
    High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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