Retirement Plus-San Carlos sits right in downtown San Carlos at 612 Chestnut St and provides a range of senior care options, so folks can pick from independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and even adult care home services, which some people also call Board and Care or Adult Foster Homes, all under the Michelle Ref. & Elderly Service business name that's been around for over 44 years and run by Ms. Michelle O. Lee. The community operates in a smaller, home-like setting with fewer than ten beds, and there are private suites or shared rooms, all fully furnished with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, cable TV, and internet, and air-conditioning in living areas, so you're not left without the basics. Residents who want can get daily help with things like bathing, dressing, transfers, and medication management, with staff available round the clock and emergency alert systems close by, plus there's standby assistance if needed.
The community puts a lot of focus on food too, offering freshly prepared meals with organic ingredients, and it supports special diets, like ones for diabetes or allergies, and meal service is available all day, even using a dining room for gatherings, plus housekeeping, laundry, and linen services mean seniors don't have to worry about chores. You get scheduled transportation for doctor visits and errand runs, and they can help with transportation arrangements if you need to get somewhere else, while activity support includes daily programs like movie nights, board games, and family events, even monthly support groups for families who want to stay involved. There are walking paths, gardens, and parking on the grounds, so residents and visitors can enjoy the outdoors, and if you just feel like being on your own, the independent living section allows active seniors to live without much help but still have social activities nearby. The community's care team handles medication management and nursing care, plus there's respite care available so caregivers can take a break when needed, and home care is an option too, especially for seniors who want companionship and help with personal care in their own space.
Retirement Plus-San Carlos has received awards for its activity programs and friendly staff, which speaks to the atmosphere you'll find there, and language support in English ensures most folks will feel comfortable. Emergency call systems and a 24-hour staff make living here safe for residents, whether they need a lot or a little help, and every living arrangement is pretty flexible so seniors can get extra support as their needs change. The community isn't currently BBB accredited, but it does show a history of caring for elders and providing recognized community features, and with a long-standing reputation, it offers families a place to consider if they want care options ranging from independent and assisted living to memory care and skilled nursing, all in a downtown San Carlos location.
