On June 3rd, 2025, the Chamber hosted its Best of San Mateo Area Awards Celebration at the beautiful Bayview Dining Room at the College of San Mateo. Surrounded by inspiring businesses and community leaders with our very own Ashley Clark proudly accepting the award on behalf of the Neighborly team. It was a night filled with celebration, connection, and reflection on the meaningful work we do every day to guide older adults and their families through one of life’s most important transitions.

“We’re beyond honored to be recognized by our peers and community,” said Anita Varelas, Founder and CEO. “At Neighborly Senior Placement, our mission has always been to lead with compassion, advocate fiercely, and make the complex journey into senior living a little easier, more personal, and more human.”

Celebrating With Our Community

Throughout the evening, we were surrounded by incredible colleagues, friends, and supporters from the San Mateo business and nonprofit sectors. The energy in the room was inspiring, and it reminded us how strong our community truly is when we come together to uplift and support one another.

Why This Award Matters

Neighborly Senior Placement has long been committed to redefining senior living transitions across California. We provide concierge-level support, deep community insight, and a personalized approach that stands apart in the industry. This award validates our work and amplifies our promise to keep raising the standard in senior care placement.

San Mateo County isn’t just where we started our business—it’s our home. We live here, raise our families here, and built Neighborly Senior Placement to serve this community with heart. That’s why being recognized by our own neighbors makes this award so deeply meaningful.

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Finding the Right Fit: How Neighborly Senior Placement is Redefining Senior Living Transitions Across California