Emerald Retirement Residence
About Emerald Retirement Residence
Emerald Retirement Residence is a licensed residential care facility for the elderly in Foster City, San Mateo County, California, offering assisted living. Licensed for 6 residents. The monthly price shown is a Chapter estimate for this area and care level — the community can claim this listing and publish its verified pricing.
Last state inspection visit: October 14, 2026 · 8 citations in about five years
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Medi-Cal & Medicare
Not on the state's list of Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) providers as of May 11, 2026, so Medi-Cal is unlikely to cover care here — ask the community, since the list changes. Medicare does not pay for assisted living.
How Medi-Cal, ALW & Medicare work for assisted living · ALW homes in San Mateo County
State inspection record
For comparison, 31% of small homes (6 beds or fewer) in San Mateo County have no Type A citations, and the typical one has 2 Type A citations and 2 Type B citations. Larger homes get visited and cited more often, so compare like with like, and read what each citation was for.
What these terms mean
- Type A citations are the most serious: a violation that poses an immediate or substantial risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
- Type B citations are less serious violations that could become a risk to residents if they aren't corrected.
- Substantiated: The state found the allegation was true.
- Not proven (inconclusive or unsubstantiated): There wasn't enough evidence to prove or disprove the allegation.
- Unfounded: The state found the allegation was false or couldn't have happened.
Read Emerald Retirement Residence's full inspection and complaint reports on the state's site · How to read a California inspection record
The facts
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Emerald Retirement Residence cost & FAQ
How much does Emerald Retirement Residence cost?
Emerald Retirement Residence's all-in monthly cost is estimated at about $6,600: base rent of about $5,500 plus a typical assisted living add-on of about $1,100. Expect a one-time community fee of around $3,000. This is an estimate based on Foster City-area prices for this care level; Emerald Retirement Residence hasn't verified it yet, so confirm the current rate when you tour.
What does the monthly price at Emerald Retirement Residence include?
The all-in figure combines base rent (room, meals and basic services) with the typical care add-on for average needs. Care costs rise with the level of help a resident needs, so ask Emerald Retirement Residence for an assessment-based quote.
What type of care does Emerald Retirement Residence provide?
Emerald Retirement Residence is listed for assisted living. It holds California state license #415600003 and is licensed for up to 6 residents.
Does Emerald Retirement Residence accept Medi-Cal?
Emerald Retirement Residence is not on the state's list of Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) providers as of May 11, 2026, so Medi-Cal is unlikely to cover care here. Ask the community directly, since the list changes. Medicare does not pay for assisted living.
Has Emerald Retirement Residence had any state citations or complaints?
In about the last five years of California Community Care Licensing records (as of October 27, 2026), the state visited Emerald Retirement Residence 4 times, most recently on October 14, 2026. It received 4 Type A citations (the most serious kind) and 4 Type B citations. No complaints were investigated. Read the full reports on the state's Care Facility Search before you decide.
How do I tour Emerald Retirement Residence?
Pick a time in the tour booker on this page and your request goes to Emerald Retirement Residence only. Chapter never sells your information, and you won't get calls from referral agents. You can also call the community directly at (650) 358-8868.
Compare prices nearby: senior living costs in Foster City · 2026 California cost report