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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.
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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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I am very happy here. The staff is nice and friendly. I have great care in a clean environment . This is a great value and others would be very happy here. They offer different activities to help stay...
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.
Bill's Place is located at 4860 Chickpea Street in Middleburg, Florida. This facility offers memory services for patients who suffer from Alzheimer's and similar diseases. Assisted living is another service offered by Bill's Place. If necessary, patients can also access respite care and hospice...
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Not only is this Facility Clean and Beautiful, it has caring staff. They go out of their way to help residents and family. They assist in transport to Appts which is a help because we own trucks and Our Dad...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Canterfield of Clay County is a brand new community that offers Independent, Assisted and Memory Care to Seniors. We are a luxury rental apartment community. Included in your monthly rental are 3 meals a day for assisted living, all your utilities, cable TV, WIFI, transportation, activities, a...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Premiere is a great facility. The staff has been very helpful. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
At Astoria Assisted Living, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. Free resident parking and guest parking available at our location. All...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Indigo Palms is a memory care community. The first in the area devoted exclusively to dementia and Alzheimer's care that has served Daytona Beach since 1998. It is located in the heart of Daytona - near Halifax hospital, Volusia Mall, and many other doctors offices. It is a place for a loved one...
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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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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.
Senior citizens wishing to retire in the Sunshine State might want to find out what our Personal Touch ALF has to offer. This assisted living facility works extra hard to make its residents feel at home. After all, they will be spending quite a bit of time here. You can find our center in Ocala,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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My parents started out in a [Removed] but after my Dad died, my mom moved to the [Removed]. I cannot stress enough how much we loved the Cloisters. Everyone there is friendly and helpful. The food is great....
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
Our gated community is on 14 acres in a park-like setting. We provide local transportation and housekeeping every other week at no cost. We have fully equipped kitchens, washers and dryers in every unit. Beauty shop and country store for your convenience. Rehabilitative services are provided on...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in San Mateo, FL

The average cost of senior living in San Mateo is $3,970 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Crescent City, FL with an average of $3,245 per month.

Assisted living costs in San Mateo, FL, vs. nearby cities

San Mateo, FL
$3,970/mo
$3,922/mo

Assisted living costs in San Mateo, FL, vs. state and national averages

San Mateo, FL
$3,970/mo
$3,893/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in San Mateo, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,970/mo
$4,348/mo

Assisted living costs in San Mateo, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,767/mo
Private
$3,400/mo
Studio
$4,608/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,671/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,653/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,275/mo

Senior living costs in San Mateo 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: San Mateo, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSan Mateo, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,970/mo$3,893/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,348/mo$4,276/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,090/mo$3,980/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
San Mateo, FL:$3,970/mo
Florida:$3,893/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
San Mateo, FL:$4,348/mo
Florida:$4,276/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
San Mateo, FL:$4,090/mo
Florida:$3,980/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Assisted living costs in San Mateo, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living 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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Assisted living cost trends in San Mateo, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living 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 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
San Mateo, FL$4,644/mo$4,406/mo+5.4%
Florida$4,512/mo$4,301/mo+4.9%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
San Mateo, FL
2024 average cost:$4,644/mo
2023 average cost:$4,406/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,512/mo
2023 average cost:$4,301/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in San Mateo, FL

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 San Mateo.

What families are saying about assisted living in San Mateo

Recent reviews for assisted living in San Mateo

Heritage Waterside in Daytona Beach Shores, FL

5.0
I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation for the outstanding care and service provided by the Heritage Waterside team. From the moment my mom moved in, it has been evident that their staff members are not just doing a job, but truly embodying a commitment to compassion, ...
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Camelot Chateau Assisted Living LLC in Ocala, FL

5.0
Before I moved here, I received a welcoming call from a staff members and that friendly spirit of interest of staff continues offering a variety of food and activities. the facility is very organized and well managed

Aventine at DeLand in De Land, FL

5.0
I cannot say enough about this community. My dad likes this community more each day. The housekeeping and dining room staff are friendly. I think the food is excellent. They have amenities such as a heated pool and a full clubhouse. The community is one of the cleanest place I have seen. They ...
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San Mateo review score based on 960 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 960 reviews of 173 San Mateo assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The San Mateo 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

San Mateo review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
San Mateo, FL173 facilities
8.5
Palatka, FL215 facilities
8.4
Pomona Park, FL231 facilities

Review subcategories for San Mateo 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 960 reviews of 173 San Mateo assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare San Mateo 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.
San Mateo, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.0
Friendliness
4.4
4.1
Care services
4.1
3.7
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.6
Activities
4.0
3.6
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
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San Mateo assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Mateo assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Mateo, 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 San Mateo 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 San Mateo 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
66.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.7%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.6%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46.8%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.3%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.4%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in San Mateo 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 San Mateo Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
San Mateo, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.2%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.7%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.7%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in San Mateo 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 San Mateo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
San Mateo, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.7%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
43.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.5%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in San Mateo 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 San Mateo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
San Mateo, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
42.2%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Mateo 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 San Mateo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
San Mateo, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.4%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.5%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.2%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.2%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.8%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
54.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
40.5%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.6%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in San Mateo

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 Florida assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in San Mateo protect seniors.
Learn about Florida assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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