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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.
In a residential area, Heritage Park offers a comfortable atmosphere where you or your loved one can relax and receive assistance. Our residents do not have to worry about cooking and cleaning. We provide three delicious meals and snacks everyday and daily housekeeping. Heritage Park is...
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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.
Heritage Villa is located in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. We are more than the traditional nursing care facility. Our staff provides loving care to your family member in their later years. Some of the treatments offered are wound care, respite care and rehabilitation services. As the staff has...
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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
San Mateo Convalescent is a small family owned and operated skilled nursing facility that has provided the community with excellent care for over four decades. We have long or short-term care available, as well as Respite Retreats and Rehabilitation stays. We also offer Assisted Care Rates for a...
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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
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Memory Care
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.
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Our father was only here for a short time but we always felt he was in great care. We can visit any time and they are great at communicating with the family. [Name removed] and his staff were great.
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.
We provide the best care for seniors who need assisted living. Our warm, friendly, family oriented atmosphere will help your loved one feel they belong. Residential care homes are private residences licensed by the state to provide for seniors a more natural living environment. Our residents come...
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I am so happy with the care that my mom is getting from this community. The staff are wonderful in everyway. The menu is wonderful and appealing. I like that she is happy with variety. The community is very...
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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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.
Theresa’s Care Home is a community that encourages independence with our residents throughout their activities of daily living. We nurture an atmosphere which values a lifestyle that foster’s physical, emotional and social enrichment to our residents. We encourage family members to actively...
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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.
Park Ave Care Home is a continuing care nursing and rehabilitation center located in Arlington, MA. Whether your stay is short or long term, our staff of physicians and nurses is here to provide quality care. We are known for providing personalized and exceptional care. Our assisted living...
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So far it's working out pretty well. Everyone is very friendly. They were one of the more reasonably priced places. I would give them a four so far.
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.
Heritage HillsHeritage Hills is a residential care home located in the serene and picturesque city of Millbrae, in San Mateo County, California. Our beautiful city features the best of California’s natural landscape and mountainous region. We also have fantastic weather all year round, perfect...
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Heritage ShoresHeritage Shores is a residential care home in San Mateo, California, located in San Mateo County. This picture perfect city is in close proximity to the beach and has a skyline that is filled with mountain ranges and blue skies for a truly unforgettable view. Many parks can be...

Cost of assisted living in Half Moon Bay, CA

The average cost of senior living in Half Moon Bay is $4,883 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Portola Valley, CA with an average of $4,867 per month.

Assisted living costs in Half Moon Bay, CA, vs. nearby cities

Half Moon Bay, CA
$4,883/mo
$5,080/mo

Assisted living costs in Half Moon Bay, CA, vs. state and national averages

Half Moon Bay, CA
$4,883/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Half Moon Bay, CA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,883/mo
$6,198/mo

Assisted living costs in Half Moon Bay, CA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,970/mo
Private
$5,667/mo
Studio
$6,929/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,700/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,217/mo

Senior living costs in Half Moon Bay 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: Half Moon Bay, CA
Column state: California
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHalf Moon Bay, CACaliforniaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,883/mo$4,369/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$6,198/mo$5,269/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$5,539/mo$4,504/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Half Moon Bay, CA:$4,883/mo
California:$4,369/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Half Moon Bay, CA:$6,198/mo
California:$5,269/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Half Moon Bay, CA:$5,539/mo
California:$4,504/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Half Moon Bay, CA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Half Moon Bay 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 median 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
Half Moon Bay, CA$8,002/mo$8,447/mo-5.3%
California$5,659/mo$5,368/mo+5.4%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Half Moon Bay, CA
2024 average cost:$8,002/mo
2023 average cost:$8,447/mo
Percent change:-5.3%
California
2024 average cost:$5,659/mo
2023 average cost:$5,368/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
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 Half Moon Bay, 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 Half Moon Bay.

What families are saying about assisted living in Half Moon Bay

Recent reviews for assisted living in Half Moon Bay

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

Aegis of San Francisco in South San Francisco, CA

3.9
I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. This is a good place overall. The staff are very nice to work with. The call response times from the time the resident's clicks the call button could be improved upon. The food is enjoyed by my loved one.

Half Moon Bay review score based on 50 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 50 reviews of 36 Half Moon Bay assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Half Moon Bay 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

Half Moon Bay review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Half Moon Bay, CA36 facilities
8.2
Hillsborough, CA100 facilities
7.4
Belmont, CA71 facilities

Review subcategories for Half Moon Bay 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 50 reviews of 36 Half Moon Bay assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Half Moon Bay 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.
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Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.7
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.7
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.7
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Half Moon Bay assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Half Moon Bay assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Half Moon Bay, 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 Half Moon Bay 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 Half Moon Bay that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
19.4%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
66.7%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.3%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.4%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.4%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.1%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.8%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Half Moon Bay 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 Half Moon Bay Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Half Moon Bay, CANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.6%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Half Moon Bay 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 Half Moon Bay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.6%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
27.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.8%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Half Moon Bay 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 Half Moon Bay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
19.4%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.9%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Half Moon Bay 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 Half Moon Bay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Half Moon Bay, CANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.6%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.2%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.8%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.8%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Half Moon Bay

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 Half Moon Bay protect seniors.
Learn about California assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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