Best Senior Living Communities in San Mateo Area 2025 Winners

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Discover the Best Senior Living Communities in the San Mateo Area

The Best of San Mateo Awards celebrate the area’s most trusted businesses and services across 120+ categories—including top-rated senior living communities. Voted by the community, these retirement residences are known for their compassionate care, enriching lifestyles, and welcoming environments. Whether you’re seeking independent living, assisted living, or memory care, these communities support seniors in living life to the fullest. Participation is free—join us in honoring the best places for aging with dignity in San Mateo.

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  • 2025 Winner:
    Best Lifestyle and Leisure

    Atherton Gardens Senior Living

    Atherton Gardens Senior Living offers a homelike environment for seniors, providing personalized care, daily activities, and nutritious meals. Their dedicated staff ensures residents receive the support they need while promoting independence and well-being.

    471 Santa Clara Ave
    Redwood City, California 94061
  • 2025 Top 5:
    Best Lifestyle and Leisure

    Atria at Foster Square

    Atria at Foster Square offers upscale senior living in Foster City, blending modern design with amenities that support wellness and social engagement. Residents enjoy chef-prepared meals, fitness programs, and cultural activities, all within walking distance of shops and parks.

    707 Thayer Ln
    Foster City, California 94404
  • 2025 Top 5:
    Best Lifestyle and Leisure

    Sunrise of San Mateo

    Sunrise of San Mateo provides assisted living and memory care in a warm, homelike setting. Located near downtown, it offers personalized care plans, engaging activities, and proximity to Central Park and local amenities.

    955 S El Camino Real
    San Mateo, California 94401
  • 2025 Top 5:
    Best Lifestyle and Leisure

    The Elms

    San Carlos Elms is a not-for-profit community offering assisted living and memory care. Residents enjoy a supportive environment with personalized services, social activities, and comfortable accommodations designed to promote independence.

    707 Elm St
    San Carlos, California 94070
  • 2025 Top 5:
    Best Lifestyle and Leisure

    The Peninsula Regent

    The Peninsula Regent is a premier condominium community for independent adults over 60. It features concierge services, fine dining, wellness programs, and a vibrant social calendar, all in the heart of San Mateo.

    1 Baldwin Ave
    San Mateo, California 94401
  • 2025 Top 5:
    Best Lifestyle and Leisure

    The Stratford

    Member: San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce

    The Stratford offers luxury senior living with options for independent and assisted living. Amenities include gourmet dining, wellness programs, and a rich array of cultural and social activities, fostering an active lifestyle.

    601 Laurel Ave
    San Mateo, California 94401

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Senior Living & Retirement Communities in San Mateo

In the San Mateo Area, senior living communities offer a wide range of housing and care options to support vibrant, secure, and connected lives for older adults.

Independent Living: Designed for active seniors, these communities offer private apartments or cottages with access to social activities, housekeeping, and dining services.

Assisted Living: Residents receive help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication management while enjoying a safe and engaging community setting.

Memory Care: Specialized care units support seniors living with Alzheimer’s or dementia through structured routines, secured spaces, and trained caregivers.

Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs): These offer a continuum of care—from independent living to skilled nursing—allowing residents to age in place.

Amenities & Activities: Many communities feature on-site dining, wellness centers, libraries, salons, group outings, art classes, and fitness programs.

Safety & Accessibility: Top-rated communities offer secure entrances, emergency response systems, and ADA-compliant layouts for senior mobility.

Resident-Centered Care: Care plans are tailored to individual needs, promoting independence, dignity, and personal fulfillment.

Family Support & Peace of Mind: Families benefit from knowing their loved ones are cared for in a nurturing, professionally managed environment.

Pet-Friendly Options: Some communities welcome companion animals, enhancing quality of life and reducing isolation.

San Mateo’s Best Senior Living Communities—voted on by the public—offer quality care, peace of mind, and a vibrant lifestyle for seniors at every stage.