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Best Memory Care in San Mateo County, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 memory care communities in San Mateo County, CA using California Department of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in CA
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Avg Walk Score: 58/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in San Mateo County, CA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 54The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in San Mateo County, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

Bayview Villa
MC
AL
HOS
RC
San Carlos
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 104
Rank #1168 / 1648
No
22
Facility 22
CA AVG 57
Rank #1821 / 2087
96
Facility 96
CA AVG 81
Rank #1 / 1399
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #217 / 1494
31.9% Loncar Enterprises Inc-
Palm Villas Memory Care
MC
Redwood City
49
Facility 49
CA AVG 104
Rank #1131 / 1648
Yes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 57
Rank #887 / 2087
93
Facility 93
CA AVG 81
Rank #242 / 1399
5
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #588 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1160
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 13
Rank #458 / 1494
77.6% Forever Young Assisted Living, Inc-
Kensington Place Redwood City
MC
Redwood City (Redwood Oaks)
67
Facility 67
CA AVG 104
Rank #1025 / 1648
Yes
86
Facility 86
CA AVG 57
Rank #267 / 2087
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 81
Rank #398 / 1399
2
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #588 / 1388
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #412 / 1160
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 13
Rank #667 / 1494
82.1% Fsdw Redwood City LLC & Kensington Senior Living1 Bed
1St Pacific Coast Homes II
RESC
South San Francisco
64915Deborah M. Dahlen
Aba Maria's Home For The Elderly
RESC
San Mateo
61Golden Years Of Life LLC
Abigail Complete Care, INC
RESC
Redwood City
2432112Abigail Complete Care, INC
Acacia Manor
RESC
Burlingame
62129Tan, Luzviminda
Access Care Center
RESC
San Bruno
63820Hipolito, Cristina B.
Adams Paul INC
RESC
San Mateo
612Adams Paul INC
Advent Residential Home
RESC
Redwood City
1521218Advent Residential Homes, INC.
Advent Residential Home II
RESC
Millbrae
7411217Advent Residential Homes, INC.
Ageway Boarding Care #2
RESC
San Mateo
63615Ageway Senior Care
Ahau Boarding Care Home
RESC
San Bruno
5221823Latu, Temaleti T.
Ajaviniar Home Care Services LLC
RESC
San Mateo
6378Ajaviniar Home Care Services LLC
Alhambra Home Care
RESC
South San Francisco
64122Rfb Health Services, INC.
Always Tlc
RESC
Foster City
6272016Tomas L. Consunji & Christine L. Consunji
Am Residential Care Home
RESC
Burlingame
63420Heritage Residential Care, INC.; Almacare INC
Amazing Home
RESC
San Mateo
64917Conde, Necia & Salvador, Leandra & Caguiat, Iress
Anamarie Care Home LLC
RESC
Daly City
6429Anamarie Care Home LLC
Angel Haven
RESC
San Mateo
64711Giusto, Ferlene & Jack
Angel's Touch Rcfe, LLC
RESC
South San Francisco
625Angel's Touch Rcfe, LLC
Araville Residential Care Home II
RESC
San Bruno
6322214Paniza, Dorie & Lamberto
Araville Residential Care Home III
RESC
South San Francisco
6318Paniza, Dorie & Lamberto
Arbor House
RESC
South San Francisco
439105Golden State Consulting Group LLC
Ark, The
RESC
Redwood City
6233Caring Hearts Senior Living LLC
Atherton Gardens
RESC
Redwood City
619Atherton Gardens
B & B Residential Facilities
RESC
San Mateo
632139B&B Residential Facilities, INC.
B & B Residential Facilities, INC.
RESC
San Mateo
63121B&B Residential Facilities, INC.
Bay Leaf Elderly Care Home LLC
RESC
Redwood City
62225Bay Leaf Elderly Care Home LLC
Bel Amor III
RESC
South San Francisco
6418Bel Amor Corporation, The
Bougainvilleas Care Home
RESC
South San Francisco
22318Bougainvilleas Care, LLC.
Britannia House
RESC
Redwood City
6237Williams, Delphine
Britannia Place
RESC
Redwood City
63423Williams, Delphine Ellen
Burlingame Senior Home
RESC
Burlingame
6321329Bay Area Residential Care, INC.
Burlingame Senior Home 2
RESC
Burlingame
6321920Bay Area Residential Care INC.
Burlingame Villa, INC.
RESC
Burlingame
274534Burlingame Villa, INC.
C & C Carehome
RESC
San Bruno
631423Ethel Gumban & Emmanuel Gumban
Camenchita's Rch, LLC
RESC
San Mateo
6Camenchita's Residential Care Home, LLC
Camenchita's Residential Care Home
RESC
South San Francisco
6215Camenchita's Residential Care Home, LLC
Canyon Place
RESC
Redwood City
6214California Home Care Solutions INC
Capay Home
RESC
South San Francisco
4317Narasol Home, INC.
Capra House Care Home
RESC
South San Francisco
63237Schindler Care INC
Cedarhill Manor II
RESC
Burlingame
4243Chm Group LLC
Chateau Sabelle
RESC
San Mateo
622429Castle, Nancy
Chestnut House
RESC
San Carlos
6318Ageway Senior Care, INC.
Comfort Home II
RESC
San Mateo
622631Caingcoy, Rufina Marzan
Complete Senior Living, INC
RESC
San Mateo
623414Complete Senior Living, LLC
Cortez Home
RESC
San Mateo
63617Ancheta, Adora B.
Crystal Springs Care Home
RESC
San Bruno
631131Camaclang, Albertina
Damenik's Home
RESC
Daly City
63220Damenik's Home, INC. DBA Damenik's Home
Dayton Home Care
RESC
San Carlos
6316Caliwag Boyer, Krizia
Delia's Retirement Home, INC
RESC
South San Francisco
63111Delia's Retirement Home, INC
Derry Way Home, INC.
RESC
South San Francisco
8312Derry Way Home, INC.
Diaz Residential Care Home
RESC
Redwood City
63536Diaz, Maria And Estela
Dolphin Park Rest Home #3
RESC
Redwood City
62Conanan, Evelyn M
Early Horizons Home Care
RESC
S San Francisco
6429Yolanda Rogayan
Elle's Care Home
RESC
Daly City
63220Lastimosa, Karin S.
Elle's Care Home 2
RESC
Millbrae
621118Lastimosa, Karin S.
Emerald Hills Care Home
RESC
Redwood City
62518Lt Investment Corporation
Emerald Residential Care Home
RESC
San Mateo
632115Emerald Residential Care Home, INC.
Emerald Retirement Residence
RESC
Foster City
63631Gil-Prasad INC.
Encina Care Home
RESC
Redwood City
63325Permito,Maria Elena
Eva-Marie Residential Care Home
RESC
Daly City
62220Geonanga, Eva L. & Gitano, Marie R.
Eva-Marie Residential Care Home II
RESC
Daly City
64524Geonanga, Eva L. & Gitano, Marie R.
Family Affair Care Home
RESC
San Bruno
1035315Family Affair Care Home, INC.
Farm Hill Rest Home
RESC
Redwood City
63838Ryan, Evelyn B.
Five Star Care Home
RESC
Redwood City
63922Melkonyan, Evelina
Five Star Care Home II
RESC
Foster City
622519Melkonyan, Evelina
Friendly Acres Elderly Home
RESC
Redwood City
631927Franco, Kalaita Tavake
Garden Court At The Village
RESC
San Mateo
6417Garden Court At The Village LLC
Generations Care Home
RESC
South San Francisco
6112Igm Pro INC.
Gonzales Home
RESC
San Bruno
61Gonzales, Prosperidad R
Haven@22Nd Avenue Assisted Living
RESC
San Mateo
64587Mc&Pm LLC
Hearts At Millwood Care Home
RESC
Millbrae
6Szb LLC
Heirloom Gardens Of Daly City
RESC
Daly City
631617De La Torre, Jocelyn
Heirloom Rose Garden
RESC
South San Francisco
63157Sunpayco, Edmund
Hennelly House
RESC
San Mateo
64229Stefanac, Suzi
Heritage Inn
RESC
San Mateo
12321222Heritage Residential Care, INC.; Almacare INC
Heritage Manor
RESC
Burlingame
6Almacare INC
Heritage Park
RESC
San Mateo
61Almacare INC
Heritage Royale
RESC
Millbrae
631014Heritage Residential Care, INC.; Almacare INC
Home At Crestmoor
RESC
San Bruno
63118Quality Health At Home, LLC
Icare
RESC
South San Francisco
6410Miranda-Sunga, Sheryll Aphrille V.
J And J Manalo's Board And Care
RESC
San Bruno
82Manalo, Jocelyn
J And V Family Care Home
RESC
Millbrae
632918Josver Residential Care
Janie's Home
RESC
Foster City
6212516M3flyingc INC.
Jla Healthcare Services LLC
RESC
Montara
2425124Jla Healthcare Services LLC
Joli's Care Home INC
RESC
Daly City
6Joli's Care Home INC
Judy's Care Home For The Elderly
RESC
San Mateo
636Judy's Care Home LLC
Judy's Home For The Elderly
RESC
San Mateo
6229Roias, Judy
Judy's Homes For The Elderly
RESC
San Mateo
6421Judy's Homes For The Elderly, INC.
Judy's Homes For The Elderly, INC.
RESC
San Mateo
631118Judy's Homes For The Elderly, INC.
Judy's Senior Care Home LLC
RESC
San Mateo
61Judy's Senior Care Home LLC
Judy's Tender Care For The Elderly
RESC
San Mateo
61Judy's Care Home LLC
Kasa Jomi
RESC
South San Francisco
424Jkms, INC
Kimochi San Mateo
RESC
San Mateo
143710Kimochi INC
M. S. Care Home
RESC
San Mateo
64621Stefanac, Suzi
Manalo's Board & Care II
RESC
South San Francisco
6318Manalo, Josefina
Manalo's Board And Care
RESC
South San Francisco
6336Manalo, Josefina A.
Manalo's Board And Care V
RESC
South San Francisco
64421Manalo, Josefina
Maria's Senior Care Home
RESC
Redwood City
62Bartoli, Maria
Mariah's Garden Home Care
RESC
San Bruno
643219Zepeda, Marie D
Marina's Home
RESC
South San Francisco
61Marina's Home LLC
Mariner's Green Residential Care
RESC
Redwood City
642725Guevarra, Carlito G
Martha's Home
RESC
San Mateo
33118Ocean View Home Care INC.
Mccaffrey's Care Home
RESC
South San Francisco
63122Mccaffrey, Walter & Maria C
Millbrae Board & Care Home
RESC
Millbrae
6235Madriaga, Elena
Millbrae Family Care Home
RESC
Millbrae
632719Josver Residential Care
Mission Woodside
RESC
Redwood City
63217Mission Hospice & Home Care, INC;By The Bay Health
Monteverde Manor
RESC
San Bruno
6221020Monteverde Manor LLC
Monteverde Manor II
RESC
San Bruno
632720Monteverde Manor LLC
Monteverde Manor III
RESC
San Mateo
64718Monteverde Manor LLC.
Nanay's Home
RESC
San Bruno
4239G&G Residential Services LLC
Nani's Home
RESC
San Mateo
34418Golden Gate Homes, INC.
Nevilyn's Home
RESC
San Mateo
43711G&G Residential Services, LLC
New Cedar Lane Care Home, INC.
RESC
Montara
1743321New Cedar Lane Care Home, INC.
New Life Residence
RESC
San Mateo
631722Camaclang, Albertina
Norcal Care Home II
RESC
San Mateo
4316Norcal Care Homes, INC.
Olivia's Care Home
RESC
San Mateo
644210Primecare LLC
Olivia's Care Home II
RESC
San Mateo
64377Primecare LLC
Olivia's Care Home III
RESC
San Mateo
63116Choice Care LLC
Olivia's Care Home IV
RESC
San Mateo
1212Premier Home LLC
Our House
RESC
San Mateo
632127Pagador, Lionel & Ursula
Pacaldo LLC
RESC
San Bruno
63166Pacaldo LLC
Pacific Care Home II
RESC
San Mateo
62312J & I LLC
Pacific Care Home III
RESC
San Bruno
63811J & I LLC
Pacific Care Home IV
RESC
San Mateo
6319J&I LLC
Pacific Care Home V
RESC
San Mateo
6356J & I LLC
Patricia Home
RESC
San Mateo
64418Cottage Grove Home Care, INC.
Peninsula Elderly Care Home
RESC
San Mateo
6319Peninsula Elderly Care Home
Peninsula Elderly Care Home - Laurelwood LLC
RESC
San Carlos
6235Peninsula Elderly Care Home - Laurelwood
Peninsula Elderly Care Home-Laurel LLC
RESC
San Carlos
125348Peninsula Elderly Care Home - Laurel LLC
Peninsula Village
RESC
San Mateo
641121S.F. Sun Care Group, LLC
Petani Haven
RESC
San Mateo
621338Haupeakui, Ane
Petes' Place
RESC
Redwood City
6316Kainos Home And Training Center
Portola Place
RESC
San Mateo
6397Atienza, Armand
Prn Care Home LLC
RESC
Daly City
726229Chunjie Hu Prn Care Home LLC
Redwood Acres Residential Home
RESC
Redwood City
621312Redwood Acres Residential Home, LLC
Redwood Care Home
RESC
Redwood City
1841019Cristina Dee-Hoskins
Retirement Plus Of San Carlos
RESC
San Carlos
63737Lee, Michelle
Roberta Care Home
RESC
San Mateo
438Norcal Care Homes, INC.
Roias Home For The Elderly
RESC
San Mateo
63221Roias, Michelle
Rose Amor
RESC
South San Francisco
647Jonrhain Management LLC
Royal Ilima
RESC
San Mateo
62321Hale Kokua, INC.
Saint Jarielle Residential Care 2
RESC
Pacifica
6152Saint Jarielle Residential Care INC
San Bruno Care Home
RESC
San Bruno
621214Sbch, LLC
Sandhill Assisted Living LLC
RESC
Menlo Park
637244Sandhill Assisted Living LLC
Santa Barbara Guest Home For The Elderly
RESC
Daly City
6238Primus, Olivia And Primus, Valerie Lynn
Seniors At Crane
RESC
Foster City
62512Viz-A-Viz-Homes, LLC
Sequoia Home
RESC
Redwood City
313B And L Lee INC
Soledad's Home
RESC
San Bruno
4349Marian Residential INC
Sonas Home
RESC
Foster City
64426Ryan, Evelyn B.
St. Peter's Home INC.
RESC
South San Francisco
612St. Peter's Home INC.
Stephanie Lily Home INC
RESC
South San Francisco
612Stephanie Lily Home INC.
Sunshine Care Home Facility LLC
RESC
San Bruno
6293Sunshine Care Home Facility LLC
Sunvill Board And Care II
RESC
South San Francisco
627Sunvil Corporation
Tara Manor INC.
RESC
South San Francisco
613Tara Manor INC.
Tavahi Senior Home Care
RESC
San Mateo
3Fatai Ulamea Unga, Okusi Unga
Therese Residential Care Home
RESC
San Mateo
62219Therence, LLC
Tlc Home Care
RESC
South San Francisco
63411Mauricio, Lilia L.
Tlc Home Care V
RESC
San Mateo
613162Mauricio, Lilia L
Tlc Pacifica
RESC
Pacifica
1623Tlc Pacifica INC
Toyon Care LLC
RESC
Burlingame
63417Toyon Care LLC
Victoria
RESC
South San Francisco
5320Johnson, Elaine
Village Lane Home
RESC
Daly City
4212Village Home, LLC
Westborough Manor 6
RESC
San Bruno
6312314Senior Care Cornerstone, INC.
Wright Place, The
RESC
East Palo Alto
654925Wright, Jo Ann
Overview of Bayview Villa

Serving the community for 25 years, Bayview Villa is a 47-bed assisted living and memory care community in San Carlos, California. Operated by Loncar Enterprises Inc and located at 777 Bay Vw Dr, the two-floor building offers assisted living and memory care options for older adults who need different support levels. With a current occupancy rate of 32 percent, the home provides individualized attention in a smaller-scale setting compared to larger senior living communities.

With a Walk Score of 22, San Carlos sits in a car-dependent area, meaning most daily errands need a vehicle. Families and residents visiting the location should plan accordingly for transportation. The quiet residence in the Bay Area can deliver a peaceful environment for residents and easier access for family members who drive regularly to visit. Since Bayview Villa specializes in assisted living and memory care, it’s equipped to support residents with varying care needs. Assisted living residents get help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and medication management, while the memory care program is built for those living with dementia or cognitive changes. This dual focus lets families find appropriate care as their loved one’s needs evolve.

For families considering a smaller, locally operated community focusing on personalized care, an in-person tour of Bayview Villa would help you understand firsthand the everyday environment, meet staff, and see the rooms and common areas. Given the limited public information regarding specific amenities, dining options, and programs, direct discourse with the facility will provide a crystal-clear picture of daily life there.

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Overview of Palm Villas Memory Care

Palm Villas Memory Care is a dedicated memory care community in Redwood City, CA, that offers specialized care for those with dementia and Alzheimer’s. Here, older adults can keep their peace of mind, accompanied by its supportive and stress-free environment. With a specially-trained team, freshly-prepared meals, and 24-hour support, residents have a maintenance-free living. The community also provides a continuum of care services, alongside personal care plans, allowing residents to age in place.

Bingo nights, arts and crafts, and strategy games are among the activities that residents can participate in to remain socially engaged and active. Prioritizing residents’ comfort and safety, secure communal areas and accessible living spaces are provided. With bus stops, dining options, and local amenities in the area, residents are guaranteed accessibility and convenience. This memory care community has high-quality services dedicated to those with memory loss, making it a great choice for senior living in California.

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Overview of Kensington Place Redwood City

Kensington Place Redwood City is a compassionate memory care community in Redwood City, CA, that focuses on caring for those with dementia and Alzheimer’s. The community promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults feel at home during their stay. With 24-hour care, medication administration, and all-day dining, residents have a worry-free retirement. Alongside different levels of care, personalized care plans are provided to help enhance residents’ memory and meet their needs.

Mind-stimulating games, light exercises, and social events provide residents with more opportunities to learn new things and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can relax and interact with friends in the spacious dining rooms, cozy living rooms, and accessible communal spaces. The area is also filled with restaurants, shops, and public transportation, ensuring accessibility and convenience. This memory care community is a trusted choice for senior living in California, especially with its excellent services and thoughtfully designed amenities.

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
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    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
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    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

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  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in San Mateo County, CA

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in California?

Assisted living in California supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does California Medicaid cover memory care?

California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including California) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 3 memory care communities in San Mateo County, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in San Mateo County, CA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in San Mateo County, CA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting memory care communities in San Mateo County, CA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.