The Stratford

601 Laurel Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401

4.9 / 5.0 23 Reviews

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(650) 342-4106

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About The Stratford

Welcome to The Stratford! We offer the best package of care, services, and amenities for seniors looking for a higher quality of life. Situated nicely in the city of San Mateo, California. Our residents enjoy dining out, local parks, and other activities. There is never a shortage of options for seniors looking for something to do.

Every day is an opportunity filled endless choices for our senior residents to enrich their lives. Residents can pursue favorite activities or pursue new ones. We have regularly scheduled events every month as well clubs and a social dining setting. Our goal is to always foster an atmosphere that fills our residents with inspiration and to live their lives to the fullest. Our staff is warm and friendly and is here to serve our seniors among the beautiful surroundings of our community.

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Independent Living

At The Stratford Independent Living, San Mateo seniors can enjoy a dynamic lifestyle designed for active, healthy retirees. Perfect for seniors looking for age-exclusive living, hassle-free residences, and numerous social events. Enjoy your retirement at The Stratford Independent Living by dedicating more time to the hobbies and interests you love.

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The Stratford Amenities & Services

Residents have access to Swimming Pool / Hot Tub, Indoor Common Areas, Devotional Services Offsite, Meals Provided, Activities Offsite, Beautician Onsite, Vegetarian, Outdoor Common Areas, Activities Onsite and other facility comforts so seniors feel right at home. Our fully-trained staff is always friendly and available to help seniors feel right at home.

We know that seniors need varying degrees of help as they get older, but still want to feel independent. Our facility has Minimum Age of Accepted Residents, Activities Onsite, Devotional Services Available, Indoor Common Areas, Meals Provided, Nurses on Staff, Podiatrist Available, Physical Therapy Available, Complimentary Transportation, Activities Offsite, Outdoor Common Areas, Beauty & Barber Services, Pets Allowed, No Smoking Allowed in Private Areas Indoors, Wheelchair Accessible Showers, Hospice Available, Resident Parking Available, Male Residents Accepted, Female Residents Only, Doctor on Call and other assistance. We try to make sure that each resident is able to maintain a full life while staying with us.

Residents enjoy of a full schedule of social, educational and entertaining activities. Our structured program helps all residents maintain a high quality of life. Many of our activities encourage members to socialize and develop friendships with other residents. We make sure the activities are fun and entertaining.

If you are ready to see all that senior living has to offer, come by for a tour of our beautiful facility or call (800) 755-1458.

The Stratford Location

The Stratford

601 Laurel Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401

Pricing & Availability

(800) 755-1458

Available Living Options

  • Independent Living

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The Stratford Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Stratford cost?

Pricing for independent living at The Stratford is determined by the size and design of the unit and the selection of services and amenities. Personalized costs are created to suit the unique lifestyle and needs of each resident. Call (800) 755-1458 for customized quotes and tailored pricing.

Is Medicare or Medicaid accepted at The Stratford?

Independent living, which supports seniors who live independently, does not qualify for Medicare coverage as it does not provide medical or custodial care. Medicaid is also not applicable since independent living does not involve healthcare services. For further information and assistance with eligibility, call (800) 755-1458 to speak with a trained senior advisor.

What senior living & care is offered at The Stratford?

Independent living at The Stratford ensures residents enjoy an active and engaging lifestyle within a supportive community.

What’s the process for securing a room at The Stratford?

Units at The Stratford are updated frequently. Call (800) 755-1458 to connect with a senior living advisor for assistance.

Does The Stratford allow tours?

The Stratford welcomes visitors for guided tours. Arrange your visit by calling or filling out the online contact form for scheduling assistance.

Does The Stratford have positive reviews?

The Stratford holds a 4.9 rating, showcasing very positive reviews. Customers were happy with the independent living options, noting the thoughtful amenities and enjoyable lifestyle.

Reviews The Stratford

4.9 / 5.0 23 Reviews

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March 2025

Terry McLaughlin

I had the privilege of working at the Stratford as a chauffeur in 1998. At that time the facility was managed by the Raiser family. What a great family & what an amazing facility. The fire marshal told me that The Stratford was the safest building in San Mateo County. I am 81 years old now living in Arizona & have many fond memories of my time at the Stratford.

September 2024

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Mary Lee Delehanty

It has been a pleasure working with Amnes Vega at the Stratford in San Mateo. She has been very helpful in finding accommodations for our organization's monthly meetings in December 2024, May and August of 2025. I've been to other organization's meetings at The Stratford and noticed that they bent over backwards to make us welcome and provide a beautiful and especially delicious array of pastries, fruit, and drinks for the occasion. In addition, I find Amnes knowledge of the facility and amenities exceptional! Mary Lee Delehanty AbilityPath Auxiliary Hospitality chairperson

May 2024

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Derek Cheung

Best arrangement money can buy to enjoy a pleasant, high quality, and hassle-free retirement life, for independent living and beyond.

March 2024

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J W

Invited to brunch, facilities and food very very good. Residents were engaging. Amenities include security, parking, lap pool, gym, game room, home theater, library, large meeting room with kitchen, and two dedicated guest rooms. Activities for residents are plentiful, both on and off site. Location excellent, across from Central Park.

March 2024

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josie vicera

The community is well maintain. The staff are very friendly and easy to work with. All are professionals with the way they treat everyone ( residence , family and vendors ). Management are accommodating with the needs of staff . Residences and family. God Well done 

March 2024

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Jennifer Scopazzi

Very professional staff takes great care of residents. As an outside therapy vendor, I have been coming here for over 10 years and the place is always clean and well taken care of. The nurses have a high standard of care. I enjoy working here and seeing the residents well taken care of.

November 2023

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October 2023

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Terrie Cardoza

The Stratford is one of the most beautiful senior living communities I have seen. The staff are wonderful, the grounds are beautiful and the residents seem very very happy! I heard great things about the food and the service from each of the residents I spoke with and was able to enjoy an afternoon tea while I was there. 5 stars for sure

September 2023

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Dorothy Messerschmitt

We have been residents of the Stratford for two years and really love it. The management and medical staff guided us through the COVID pandemic skillfully and safely. The availability of a 9 room intermediate level assisted living clinic is one of the main reasons we are here. Competent nursing staff is always available. The staff is friendly and helpful. The heated swimming pool and spa are a pure delight. Activities abound and the food, thanks to a resident food committee, is five star. It is the best place to retire!!!

August 2023

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Diane Garrett

We are very fortunate to be residents of the Stratford. As seniors, our life has been so enhanced. We are no longer isolated since we enjoy the friendship of wonderful residents and staff. From lovely dinners, fun outings, in house concerts and help with many tasks, we are so well taken care of. Being in a small senior facility is optimum as we really feel a sense of community.

July 2023

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Judy Pardini

All staff that I have dealt with are very professional and polite. I always recommend The Stratford to friends, family and clients when they are in need of a place for their loved one.

March 2023

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cecilia teng

Could not be happier! I moved in here less than a year ago and really have been so pleased with my experience so far. Everything I had been top notch - in particular the staff. From the front desk to the executive director to the activities director to the dining staff to housekeeping. All have individually contributed to making my day to day here at the Stratford feel like a home. They are always open for suggestions and any issue is resolved timely. My highest recommendations!

December 2022

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Lofty Basta

I lived in the Stanford for two years and I am coming back to it after spending 2years on the East Coast. I have had a great time at the Stratford with its wonderful residents, caring staff and elegant appointments. It is a unique welcoming facility.

October 2022

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Deirdri Gladwin

We went for tea and a tour of the building.We felt that it was a very nice place. The menus we saw were varied and you could go to the dining room or have it delivered to your unit. The unit had a lot of windows making it full of light. Full kitchens phase every thing you could want or need although not high end. In room laundry also convenient. The patio is nice with varied views of Central Park. Also and quite important there is a floor for people recovering from surgery up to hospice care. You can opt for any medical care up to and including hospice care in your condominium.

September 2022

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Edward Anders

Staff is very good

May 2022

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Chan S

April 2022

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Sister M Joan Greenberg

January 2022

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Phil Sutherlin

December 2020

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Alvin Janklow

A well run, clean, beautiful facility. Well maintained with a great caring staff.and services. Recommended with no hesitation.

April 2019

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Ryan Ravello

October 2018

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Michael Mortimer

I was given an hour tour to consider a home for my dad after my mom passes (who is in hospice care now). I liked what I saw. The building is overall very impressive, nicely designed, and the decor pleasing to the eye. The air about the place, atmosphere, speaks volumes about any place like this, I noted when walking about I had a warm welcoming feeling. I didnt feel like this was a senior facility, with all the negative connotations that term conveys. A main concern for me is my dads security and safety. To that extent I was impressed at how the building is locked down to strangers, but the tenants, residents appear to feel so safe they move about without concern and they didnt convey that they were prisoners. That brings to mind something else I noticed, the residents I observed while I was there were talkative, meeting in groups chit chatting by the fireplace, dining (in what looks like a fine dining restaurant), and otherwise making the place look like a small town, everyone meeting in the town square. I am looking for a larger unit because my dad would be coming from a large home that he has lived in for 67 years. (It is a Kaiser home, that he bought in 1950 for $10,000!) The homes I saw were very nice. The layouts are functional and look very attractive with the personal touch of a new owner. When I went on tour I was helped by someone in sales management, first name Althea cant remember the last. She was a very pleasant sort, and most critical for me, she was extremely knowledgeable; Althea able to answer ALL my questions. I think she has multiple licenses and degrees, so she knows a LOT about elder care, senior needs, real estate, and possesses genuine compassion, which will make this difficult process manageable. (As you may suspect, my dad is initially not keen on the idea of leaving his home of almost 70 years. But the doctors have said he cannot live alone.) Anyway, Im not looking around elsewhere because the Stafford, or is it Stratford (sorry, spelling was never my specialty) is as nice a senior living residence as I could ever hope to find. Seniors like my dad are not going to find a nicer place to reside. I can with confidence assure my dad this is a really great place (of course I will have to promise for us to walk to the close by restaurant district for dinner 2 X a week). Hope that helps.

March 2018

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Soldier Proud White

December 2017

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Mary Urbina

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