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Sequoias

Human Services

Sequoias

Life care contract housing for persons age 62 or over.

Description:

Accredited Life Care Community offering three levels of on-site medical care to its residents at no additional monthly fee. Care includes assisted living and skilled nursing. Some community beds are available in skilled nursing, assisted living and memory care facility on private pay note.. All persons must be in good health and capable of self-care at time of admission. Completion of application and a medical examination are required. The one-time entrance fee paid by new residents plus a monthly fee covers medical costs, housekeeping, utilities and three meals daily. Central dining and special diets are available. Personal care is offered on-site. Each of the 215 one-story garden apartments has its own patio and offers views of the 42 landscaped acres and valley vistas beyond. The Sequoias offers studio units, 1- and 2-bedroom units and duplexes. Small pets are allowed. Committee members of the Resident Council plan many activities and residents may participate in extensive recreation and education programs. A free shuttle bus goes to Palo Alto, Stanford and Menlo Park.

Location

Public Transit:

Van available for shopping, business, medical appointments and Bay Area cultural trips.
501 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA 94028-4307 37.372485 -122.221188 Human Services

Service Options

Languages Spoken:

  • Chinese
  • Spanish
  • Tagalog

Accessibility Options:

  • Elevator
  • Ramp
  • Wheelchair

Services

Fees:

Initial entry fee $89,000-$804,800. Monthly care fee $2,884-$6,872 Cash and Medicare accepted. Private pay for AL/memorycare/SNF.

Audience:

Senior citizens

Eligibility:

Age 65 or over, income and assets adequate to pay entrance and monthly fees, and meeting medical requirements

How to Apply:

Apply by phone. Appointment necessary for tours and application. Medical and financial statements required.

Service Wait Estimate:

Wait for some units or for skilled nursing beds.

Service Areas:

  • Alameda County
  • Contra Costa County
  • Marin County
  • San Francisco County
  • San Mateo County
  • Santa Clara County