700 Laurel Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
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State licensedAssisted Living
The Stratford
San Mateo, CaliforniaState inspected Jul 7, 2026, 3 citations since 2023
About The Stratford
The Stratford offers assisted living in San Mateo, California, where residents receive personalized support while maintaining independence. Our team focuses on daily living assistance, medication management, and social engagement tailored to each person's needs.
Community at a glance
Capacity
96 residents
State license
#415600689, Licensed
Location
San Mateo, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
601 Laurel Ave, San Mateo, California 94401
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects The Stratford. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited The Stratford on July 7, 2026.
Since May 2023, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 3 routine inspections, 9 complaint visits and 5 other visits.
Inspectors issued 1 Type A citation and 2 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 4 complaints, and found 1 allegation substantiated.
Last visit
Jul 7, 2026
Routine inspections
3
Type A citations
1
Type B citations
2
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| Other visits | 5 | 0 | 2 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Jul 7, 2026, Jun 17, 2025, Aug 5, 2024.
Complaints
- August 5, 20251 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- August 5, 20242 unsubstantiated
- November 13, 20236 unfounded
- May 18, 20232 unsubstantiated
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 415600689
- License type
- RCFE-Continuing Care Retirement Community
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 96 residents
- Licensed since
- August 1, 2006
- Licensee
- Sunrise Stratford Gp & Lp; Sunrise Senior Lvg Mgt
- Administrator
- Janie Woo
Location
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601 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has The Stratford had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued The Stratford 1 Type A citation and 2 Type B citations since May 2023. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was The Stratford last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on July 7, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about The Stratford?+
The state investigated 4 complaints since May 2023. Of the allegations, 1 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 4 unsubstantiated and 6 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.