Browse the 108 home care agencies in Los Altos, read 202 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services to find the best home care options near you. Families in Los Altos choose home care for many reasons, including to reduce caregiver stress, curb senior loneliness, and make daily life easier for older adults. Most home care agencies in Los Altos personalize their services to your needs and provide them as frequently or infrequently as needed.
Types of care available in Los Altos, CA
The owner name is [name removed], she helped us start the process and it was a Smooth transition. [name removed] is a Register Nurse for 25 years, even though it’s non-medical services, she has the knowledge to understand patients that have Dementia and Alzheimer’s. She’s kind, Trustworthy, knowledgeable, and Patient. She makes you feel supported and understood.. St. Juliana homecare has helped us in our time of need during COVID. They provided Caregiver on a very short notice that took great pride in coming to serve our community! They take care of the background checks, Caregiver training, Covid test. Provided PPE supplies for the Caregiver and Client. St. Juliana‘s rates are extremely affordable compared to other agencies. St. Juliana gives discounts to veterans and works with families that are on a budget. I’ve had other agencies before, but none have compared to the service I’m currently receiving from St. Juliana staff. They really do deserve more than five stars. ?? ????????
They were located locally.I would say I was pleased with the service.
Imitate response, great communication, and very organized. This is a great place.
295 89th Street Ste 107, Daly City, CA 94015
HomeCare Professionals, Inc. (HCP) is a full service home care agency servicing primarily San Francisco County, San Mateo County and Santa Clara County. Established in 2005, HCP's mission has been to provide the best in-home care at the best rates possible. HCP is a locally owned and operated...
Home Care Professionals was wonderful. We had several different caregivers and all were well prepared and able to help [name removed] get back to normal life. I would definitely recommend the services to...
419 E. Hamilton Ave, Campbell, CA 95008
Care Indeed is a non-medical home care provider. Since 2010 we have been offering hourly or live-in services that fall into these categories: • Personal care• Support with mobility• Help with household chores• Companionship• TransportationWe also send our trained and experienced caregivers,...
Everyone who helped in Skilled nursing was kind, responsive, patient, understanding, friendly, and above all answered questions quickly. When it comes to the activities - NA to my dad's situation but...
1400 Coleman Ave, Suite G17, Santa Clara, CA 95050
HomeCare Professionals, Inc. (HCP) is a full service home care agency servicing San Francisco County, San Mateo County, Santa Clara County and Contra Costa County. Established in 2005, HCP's mission has been to provide the best in-home care at the best rates possible. HCP is a locally owned and...
After my 99-year-old mom had been in the hospital for leg pain that affected her mobility, I found HomeCare Professionals to be very responsive and helpful as I was navigating how to try to keep her in her...
N/A, Oakland, NJ 07436
About our Consulting and Recruiting ServicesGrandma Joan is an award-winning consulting and recruiter service that has been helping discerning families recruit, screen, and hire premium live-in caregivers since 2010.We act as the family’s private 3rd party recruiters, finding and screening the...
I was in a real pinch to find the right care giver and "home manager" for my parents. Mom suffers from dementia and suddenly Dad, her main caregiver, had a stroke. Almost overnight, we needed immediate...
14777 Los Gatos Blvd., # 104, Los Gatos, CA 95032
Home Care Assistance, Los Gatos' leading provider of in-home senior care, provides premier care at home. Founded by a Certified Geriatric Care Manager and PhD Clinical Psychologist, Home Care Assistance rigorously screens and trains caregivers in its exclusive Balanced Care Method™. This Method...
Home Care Assistance has been terrific, and they matched our requirements exactly. If you need help like we did, please give them a try.
1196 Boulevard Way., Ste 15, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
Welcome to Preferred Care at Home located in Walnut Creek, California and serving the Contra Costa County, San Mateo, County, Santa Clara County, Alameda County, Sacramento County, San Joaquin County, San Francisco County, Napa County, and Solano County. 'Celebrating life, dignity and...
I am happy with the care that has been provided to my loved one from this company. They have been helpful and professional every time a caregiver comes to visit for our appointment. They have been on time...
885 N San Antonio Rd, Los Altos, CA 94022
Home Care California is the Peninsula's leading provider of experienced caregivers, nurse assistants, and home health aides at home. Serving the residents of San Mateo & Santa Clara counties, we specialize in live-in, overnight and hourly care. As a Certified Homecare Aide Organization...
My mother has been using Homecare California's services for over [date removed] in her home. She and I are very pleased with their services. We appreciate their friendly, compassionate and dedicated staff...
4675 Stevens Creek, Suite 121, Santa Clara, CA 95051
24Hr HomeCare can help you continue a full, active and healthy way of life providing a premier non-medical homecare tailored to your needs. 24Hr HomeCare is an award-winning company that has served local communities since 2008, and all offices are company owned and operated. Our team will go...
Both of my parents received care from this agency and it was good overall. For my father the care takers would do the cooking and light housekeeping, but then it would sit down. That wouldn’t be the...
1670 S Amphlett Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94402
Synergy HomeCare is a provider of 1-1 caregivers. We provide caregivers that go into people's homes and help them with the little things they can't do for themselves, or it is difficult to do for themselves. The bulk of our population is seniors, but we do service people of all ages, including...
They're very flexible. My loved one doesn't need the same schedule for services every week. She lets the caregiver carry out a few light duties and then lets her go for the day. So she's usually there for...
1670 S Amphlett Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94402
Synergy HomeCare is a provider of 1-1 caregivers. We provide caregivers that go into people's homes and help them with the little things they can't do for themselves, or it is difficult to do for themselves. The bulk of our population is seniors, but we do service people of all ages, including...
They're very flexible. My loved one doesn't need the same schedule for services every week. She lets the caregiver carry out a few light duties and then lets her go for the day. So she's usually there for...
400 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94402
Established in 2014, Honor was formed with the mission to change the way we care for our parents. Honor offers: Care Professionals who are trained to provide quality care personalized to your family's needs. Easy-to-use technology that lets you schedule and manage care from anywhere while staying...
The caregivers are always prompt, do a great job of helping our Dad. Prepare food according to his needs and likes. They enjoy playing cards, Gin Rummy, and in most cases Dad has taught them how. If...
339 Primrose Rd., Burlingame, CA 94010
Home Care Assistance, Burlingame's leading provider of in-home senior care, provides premier care at home. Founded by a Certified Geriatric Care Manager and PhD Clinical Psychologist, Home Care Assistance rigorously screens and trains caregivers in its exclusive Balanced Care Method™. This Method...
We decided on Home Care Assistance and it was a great choice. The nurse in charge does a great job. We are happy with the services from the caregiver that goes to my father's home. It has been a good fit so...
1700 South Amphlett Blvd. Suite 200, San Mateo, CA 94402
Life is so much more than a to-do list. It's a series of moments with the people we love, making memories that make up a lifetime. BrightStar understands this, and is committed to making more of those moments possible in the lives of those we care for. We created BrightStar because we once...
It took us a few tries to find an aide who had good chemistry with our loved one, but we're very pleased with the service now. Everyone we've worked with has been friendly and professional, and they were...
286 E. Hamilton Avenue, Suite D, Campbell, CA null
Caring for adults of all ages, in their communities and in their homesWith over 45 years combined experience in the Senior Care business, Affordable Senior Care’s management team has the wisdom, knowledge and professionalism needed to provide the highest quality of home care at the lowest...
We found Affordable Senior Care when we were in desperate need. We had a horrible experience with another care giving service and contacted A Place For Mom who gave us two companies to check out. We chose...
1262 E. Hamilton Ave Suite F, Campbell, CA 95008
San Mateo, CA 94404
24Hr HomeCare is a homecare service in San Mateo, CA which services all of San Mateo county. At 24Hr HomeCare we know how important it is to select the right non-medical homecare provider to care for you or your loved one. We are committed to providing the best possible care. Our team will go...
42 W Campbell Avenue #101, Campbell, CA 95008
California Seniors Care was designed to give seniors personal care and assistance with daily living, whether its short or long term, IN THE COMFORT OF THEIR OWN HOME. We provide an affordable option to Seniors and Disabled Persons, who prefer to REMAIN AT HOME INDEPENDENTLY and happily with the...
California Seniors Care are really the best I've dealt with. The staff went out of their way to make sure we had the right caregiver. CSC is/was always very helpful , and always communicated with us to make...
3516 Farm Hill Blvd., Unit 21, Redwood City, CA 94061
The experience met the needs to care for my dad. The caregivers themselves were very knowledgeable and I learned from there how to better care for my dad on my own. The owners were very professional and answered all my questions. They will recommende...
San Jose, CA 95119
Home Care People is unlike any other home care company in the world. We provide high-quality non-medical home care services across the South Bay Area. We offer affordable, straight-forward pricing as well as flexibility to meet your needs. We are located in San Jose and serve the entire South...
It was pretty good as is. My father had stage 4 colon cancer so he needed someone to be with him during the day to help him overall and they took him on walks and things like that. They were very good that...
16360 Monterey Road, Suite 250, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
I love my helper from Americare. She has been my angel. Owners/admin staff are knowledgeable and very helpful with any questions. I've only had one caregiver this whole time and like I said above my caregiver has been my angel. From running errands t...
1320 Willow Pass Rd. Suite 600, Concord, CA 94520
By far the best serviceI received for the past 18 months, very helpful and caring people, I am living alone and far from my children, my caregive come daily and help me with my daily activities, and she also takes me for my appointments.
1320 Willow Pass Rd. Suite 600, Concord, CA 94520
By far the best serviceI received for the past 18 months, very helpful and caring people, I am living alone and far from my children, my caregive come daily and help me with my daily activities, and she also takes me for my appointments.
410 Camino Ramon STE 166, San Ramon, CA 94583
The owner name is [name removed], she helped us start the process and it was a Smooth transition. [name removed] is a Register Nurse for 25 years, even though it’s non-medical services, she has the knowledge to understand patients that have Dementia ...
1101 S. Winchester Blvd, Suite F-164, San Jose, CA 95128
Licensed to Provide Total Care Solutions!Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. is one of America’s most trusted home healthcare providers. Our company wide commitment to quality care has fueled our growth to more than 230 branch offices across the nation. We are licensed to provide a range of...
Have lots of experience with ALZ patients. very flexible with schedules, can add/subtract hours as needed. Big company, high rigorous standards, licensed/bonded, have workers comp, withhold all taxes. no...
1210 S. Bascom Ave., Suite 123, San Jose, CA 95128
They are doing their job and my dad has been happy with his caretakers he has had thus far. We have been pleased with the services that they are providing.
Home care may be the right fit for seniors who want to age in place, but who would benefit from companionship, housekeeping, and help with some activities of daily living (ADLs). Home care is broad and personalized to each senior’s needs. In general, home caregivers may provide:
The birthplace of Apple Computers, Los Altos is conveniently located in northern Silicon Valley, right in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area. The city’s name translates to “The Heights.”
Home care, or in-home care, in Los Altos is a service which offers compassion and help to seniors who need assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) and wish to remain in their homes. Levels of care vary according to need, and can include companionship, meal prep, cleaning, transportation, and help with ADLs like bathing and dressing. Home care aides are trained to understand the nuances of senior care but generally aren’t licensed to provide medical services.
The median monthly cost of a home health aide in 2020 was about $6,100 in the San Francisco area and $5,500 in the state of California, according to Genworth. To learn more about the cost of home care in Los Altos, contact A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.
Los Altos is an affluent neighborhood located in the heart of Silicon Valley and the Bay Area. The total household expenses associated with living in Los Altos are rated 50 points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated well above the average.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Groceries | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 | 176 | 166 | 150 | 142 | 144 |
Income and Housing
| Median Income Age 45-64 | Median Income Age 65+ | Median Household Income | Average Individual Income | Median Employee Salary | Average Property Tax | One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $205,318 per year | $96,916 per year | $181,359 per year | $101,365 per year | $65,162 per year | $18,689 per year | $1,773 per month |
The top hospitals that service Los Altos include:
VA Palo Alto Health Care System
Los Altos’s climate is classified as Mediteranean, which means the city experiences mild winters and dry, warm summers. The average humidity level is 53%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at about 73%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 49°F | 58°F | 40°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 68°F | 79°F | 57°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median Age | Percent of Population Over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49.3 | 18.8% | 30,690 | 4,744 per square mile | 2.7 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8% | 5.0% | 1.5% | 10.7% | <0.1% | 4.4% | 77.0% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2020 Presidential Election Results for Santa Clara County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 72.7% | 25.2% | 2.1% |
The birthplace of Apple Computers, Los Altos is located in the heart of Silicon Valley in Northern California’s Bay Area. Anyone interested in learning more about local history should visit the Los Altos History Museum, which details the transformation of the region from farmland to a high-tech hub. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the city’s superb park systems, with popular spots like:
Transportation
Public transportation in Los Altos is provided by the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority, which operates bus and rail services connecting the city to the rest of the Bay Area.
Thrive Home Care - San Leandro, California Seniors Care-Campbell and Senior Helpers - Moraga, CA are the top-rated home care agencies near Los Altos, California. See full list of agencies.
There are 108 home care agencies near Los Altos, California. See the full list.
Home care is provided by an aide who comes to a senior’s home to help with daily chores and activities of daily living. It can be offered anywhere a senior calls home — including a house, senior apartment, independent living, or assisted living. Learn more about home care.
Home care services are customizable to a senior’s unique needs. Services can include companionship, help with chores like cooking and housekeeping, or assistance with activities of daily living, like toileting and bathing. Explore home care services in more detail.
Home care provides nonmedical services for seniors who require assistance with daily tasks like housework, bathing, dressing, and transportation. In contrast, home health care is prescribed by a doctor and includes services like skilled nursing care and therapies, health monitoring, and medication administration that are provided by licensed medical professionals. Read more about home care vs. home health care.
The national median cost of home care is $30 per hour, according to A Place for Mom’s internal data. This cost may vary depending on the location and provided services.
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