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Based on 2311 reviews testimonials from seniors and families, we find an average quality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars among assisted living communities in the San Francisco region.
399 Buena Vista Ave E, San Francisco, CA 94117
4.3
(3 reviews)
"My great uncle resides here and I highly recommend it. The Staff is kind and responsive and have made the difficult transition very easy for my uncle. He has been there 7 months now and I visit him at least once a week and he is doing very good. He is very comfortable and has made many friends. I am very happy we made the decision to go. "
$7,600
624 Laguna Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
4.3
(11 reviews)
"I toured The Village at Hayes Valley. I liked it very much, and I liked the man who gave me the tour. One of the rooms was very small and dark, and had a window that looked out at nothing. But all the rooms looked clean and adequate. The living atmosphere and the dining area were very pleasant. I was just thoroughly impressed with this place."
$4,200
1450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
3.0
(2 reviews)
"My parents are now in the assisted living of The Carlisle, and our experience so far has been very good. We're very satisfied and happy with it. The meal I had there was quite good, and they had a very nice, varied menu, and it's very high quality. It was very clean and bright, they have very large rooms with nice views out on the balconies. I would consider living there myself. There are a lot of activities available, and they have a very, very wide-ranging program, which I was happy with. They look like they have excursions, they take people out to venues outside in San Francisco, and transportation is provided. They also bring in lectures and musicians, and that sort of thing, and they have in-house activities and excursions outside the facility. The staff has been very friendly, welcoming, and very attentive."
$7,995
2750 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Sagebrook Senior Living is beautiful. I love it. It's just a bit too steep. They want $6,800 without the care, and that's kind of a bit too much for our income. The community is great. The view was fantastic. The accommodations were great. The staff was very nice and very helpful. The dining area was lovely. It had a piano and everything. It was really nice. I have nothing bad to say about it. We had lunch, and it was good. It looked like their families were there, so they were chatting and associating with their families, and then they went outside. It is old, and they're still doing construction."
$6,095
1001 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
4.9
(12 reviews)
"Upside is that I'm eating healthy and downside is that I'm gaining weight because the food is so fabulous and beautifully served. My favorite dish is a full plate of anything the Chef serves. From their servers to their Director the service is impeccable. The food here makes everyone happy and everyone wants to be together at meals to socialize."
$9,700
1550 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
4.6
(6 reviews)
"My friend will be moving into Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill. It's amazing. It's beautiful. It's perfect. Everything is lovely. He loves it."
$7,595
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3400 Laguna Street, San Francisco, CA 94123
4.3
(3 reviews)
"I saw Heritage on the Marina for the fourth time now. It’s a three-tiered community with independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. I like the cleanliness, the friendliness, the knowledgeability, the quality, and the payment structure of the whole place. They don’t have any rooms to be seen available right now because they are refurbishing. "
$6,415
326 Mission Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
4.2
(5 reviews)
"I would highly recommend living at Aldersly. The staff are all wonderfully dedicated & caring, they provide transportation & fun activities, the food is delicious, and the grounds are just gorgeous. If you are looking for a kind-hearted and professionally run complex, Aldersly is the one to choose!"
$8,626
CARING STARS WINNER
1601 19th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94122
4.3
(12 reviews)
"We chose The Ivy at Golden Gate for my husband because of the location to our home and I was very pleased with the tour of the facility. I like the staff's attentiveness to the residents and consistency of attention. The chef prepares very good meals. They are nutritionally balanced and the presentation is excellent. They have different meetings, outings if the resident chooses, meetings of the residents, and recognition of special birthdays. They just had a special recognition for anyone who turned 90 or 100 this year, and it was beautifully done. It was very, very nice. The facility is beautiful. You're getting what you pay for."
$8,195
501 King Dr, Daly City, CA 94015
4.0
(16 reviews)
"We visited Serra Highlands Senior Living. It was nice. Everything was very clean, and the people were really friendly. The rooms were a little outdated. They had shared bathrooms, and they were pretty small. They had to share a bathroom with the other unit next to it. The staff who gave the tour was amazing. She was really, really thorough, friendly, and competent. She's really good at what she did. They have lots of activities there, like arts and crafts type things. Some people were playing bingo and walking around. Everybody was very, very friendly."
$3,595
1721 Webster Street, Alameda, CA 94501
4.4
(10 reviews)
"I toured the Elders Inn. It had a beautiful courtyard, was clean, and had no unpleasant odors. The front desk and touring staff coordinator were very nice. Tristan was great. It is located on a busy street but the old folks are not going to be walking along the street and it's across the street from a gas station. It's an old building in an old part of town but that's not their fault."
$6,877
2431 Mariner Square Dr., Alameda, CA 94501
5.0
(9 reviews)
"My life has improved since moving to Cardinal Point . I enjoy my quiet apartment, meals in the dining room, many opportunities to exercise, join reading/discussion groups, play board/card games, work in the garden, walk along the estuary and thru the lovely neighborhood. With advance planning, transportation to neighboring cities, medical appointments and local errands is provided . The laundry rooms, reading rooms and library, all public spaces are well maintained. Staff is helpful and pleasant."
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CARING STARS WINNER
2400 Mariner Square Drive, Alameda, CA 94501
3.6
(21 reviews)
"I toured the Oakmont of Mariner Point. It's beautiful and in a beautiful neighborhood, overlooking the water. I'm not choosing it because they don't have enough level of care. Janet and Charles are great. They gave a gift bag like a box of cookies but no sampling of meals. They didn't even show me rooms. I only talked to them and the dining room, they didn't show me. Maybe there wasn't a room that was clean at that moment. I don't know. I don't care, I didn't need to see the room because I knew it wasn't appropriate."
$8,495
1440 40th Street, Emeryville, CA 94608
4.3
(3 reviews)
"We're considering it because it's a 10-minute walk from where we live. The overall experience with my tour was very good. We got a lot of information and we saw the facility. It was good. We saw several rooms. The place was clean, neat, and well-lit. It looked safe for the residents to be in. I would describe the staff as caring, thoughtful, and non-invasive."
$4,155
1100 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA 94706
4.0
(8 reviews)
"We toured Belmont Village Albany. They had a lot of activities. We liked the programs that they had. We liked that they also had medical staff 24/7. Their place was very light and bright. They have multiple areas for eating and theyre very modern. We had cookies. They just came out for their afternoon snacks and they were really good chocolate cookies."
$7,790
CARING STARS WINNER
801 Island Drive, Alameda, CA 94502
4.6
(19 reviews)
"The tour at Waters Edge Lodge was very thorough. The gentleman that gave the tour was very friendly and knowledgeable. It was very informative and pleasant. It went well. He showed me probably three or four different floor plans. They have a movie room, and they have a happy hour once a week. They have some live music in the lounge area. They have excursions for the seniors. There's a courtyard, a beauty salon, and a little coffee area. It was a nice facility, but I liked the other place better."
$6,300
2000 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
The Ivy at Berkeley sets a new standard in luxury senior living, encouraging you to embrace an active, carefree lifestyle in a truly exceptional environment. Nestled in one of Berkeley's most picturesque locations, The Ivy offers stunning views and direct access to the natural beauty of the Bay Area. With a focus on enriching both body and soul, we provide a wide range of activities and outdoor spaces, along with comprehensive assisted living and memory care for those who need it. The Ivy team is dedicated to helping our residents live their best lives, offering an array of amenities, services, and wellness options designed to enhance comfort and elevate their experience. We invite you to visit and see for yourself! To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
$7,895
624 Cypress Avenue, Millbrae, CA 94030
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My dad has been settled for several months now, so he's fine, and he is in Golden Age. I'm very happy with them. They take excellent care of my dad. He is very happy there. I don't have any complaints at all. He has a bedroom. Golden Age is a home; it's a private home. I think there are five bedrooms, and each resident has their own bedroom. They've been there for over 20 years. There are two caregivers at all times. Mostly, the folks that are there are elderly, they're in their 90s, or they're disabled, and they can't do any activities. They have TV, they have books, they have all sorts of things. They can go outside in the backyard and on the patio when it's nice outside. For the most part, these folks that are in there are bedridden, if you will, so it is hard for them to do activities. The rooms are fairly large."
$8,000
1201 Broadway, Millbrae, CA 94030
4.4
(17 reviews)
"We had lunch at Cadence Millbrae, and it was delicious. The staff showed us a lovely room, really nice, but it wasn't a one-bedroom. It was a two-bedroom facing the park, and it was really lovely. It's one of the nicest ones I've ever seen. They were accommodating, too."
$4,175
2361 E 29th St, Oakland, CA 94606
4.1
(70 reviews)
"We enjoyed our tour. It had a nice garden area that all of the residents could go into on their own free will. The staff seem nice and caring. We were there for their Thanksgiving family lunch. So, families came in and interacted. The food was great. It was very nice."
$4,000
Assisted Living
Patricia
5.0
Review of Sagebrook Senior Living
Sagebrook Senior Living is beautiful. I love it. It's just a bit too steep. They want $6,800 without the care, and that's kind of a bit too much for our income. The community is great. The view was...
Provider response
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your recent visit to Sagebrook Senior Living. We were delighted to read your kind words about our beautiful community, fantastic views...
Assisted Living
Ed215
3.0
Review of Aldersly
We were able to visit the Aldersly. We did not like it at all. It had the amenities that the other place had, but the dining room area was very small, and there were just regular standard tables...
Provider response
Thank you for sharing your impressions following your visit to Aldersly. We truly appreciate the time you took to explore the community and provide such detailed feedback. Thank you again for your...
Assisted Living
Ralph
4.0
Review of Buena Vista Manor House
I toured Buena Vista Manor House. I like that it's a privately held business, that David, the owner, is part of the hands-on, day-to-day operation of the Manor House, and that he made a very strong...
San Francisco's assisted living facilities charge a median fee of $8,500/month, according to CareScout. The monthly baseline drops to $6,390 in Santa Cruz. Rates in San Francisco run over $100 higher than California's norm of $7,350 and $2,600 more than the typical national cost of $5,900.
Assisted Living Costs in San Francisco
At $8,500/month, assisted living costs about $500 more each month in San Francisco than full-time in-home care and home health care, which share a median rate of $8,008. Assisted living supports seniors in a residential environment, where they also have access to varied leisure activities and amenities. In comparison, home care provides assistance from visiting aides, allowing older adults to age in their homes.
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| Monthly Cost | $8,500 | $8,008 ($42/hour) | $8,008 ($42/hour) |
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Each year, we award Caring Stars to top-rated communities that have high average ratings, great reviews, and demonstrate review responsiveness. In the past 3 years, California has had 113 Caring Stars winners.
Reviews of assisted living communities in San Francisco offer personal insights from seniors and their families about the quality of care, amenities, and overall experience.
Seniors and their families have shared their experiences with communities across San Francisco:
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You can explore 2311 reviews from seniors and their families about their experiences with local providers to help inform your decision.
Assisted living facilities offer diverse amenities to promote engagement, enhance comfort, and encourage independence. Blending practical support with personal freedom and balancing diverse interests, a community's amenities help cultivate a sense of well-being and appeal to varying lifestyles.
San Francisco's assisted living residences provide various accommodation options, including private en-suite studios and one- or two-bedroom apartments.
Older adults benefit from wide-ranging amenities and diverse activity schedules, geared toward enhancing life enjoyment. Keeping preferred features in mind can help narrow down the search for the ideal assisted living residence.
Additionally, some facilities in San Francisco feature:
Seniors can connect with an expert Family Advisor for free information and assistance in finding the best assisted living facility for their preferences and requirements. They can conveniently compare local residences and focus on the services and features that matter most to them.
With expansive outdoor areas and a rich cultural scene combined with top-class medical facilities and senior-friendly services, San Francisco offers enjoyment and convenience for its older residents. Favorable features for retirees include:
Strict statewide laws apply to California’s licensed assisted living facilities, promoting resident safety and care while ensuring appropriate staff training and facility standards. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information.
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