Providence Place
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · San Francisco, CA

Providence Place

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · San Francisco, CA

Overview of Providence Place

Surrounded by convenient local amenities in Geary Boulevard, San Francisco, CA, Providence Place is a distinguished community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Residents keep their peace of mind with a kind and highly trained team helping with their personal needs and household responsibilities 24/7. The community promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and interact with their surroundings with a robust calendar of engaging programs and exciting events. Delightful and well-balanced home-cooked meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides feeding assistance, incontinence care, and medication management for residents’ comfort and convenience. Here, residents age comfortably, accompanied by the community’s dedicated services and specially designed amenities.

Bed community size
34-bed community Rank #1248 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1248th out of 1657 homes in California. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other California facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
26 years in operation Rank #205 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 205th out of 1487 homes in California. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 95 / 100 Rank #66 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 2092 homes in California. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: C+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Rank #1 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
34 / 34
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceAugust 1, 2000
CountySan Francisco

Ownership & Operating Entity

Providence Place is legally operated by Knop, Roman & Knop, Galina, and administered by Galina Knop.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Respite Day Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Touring HoursMonday-Friday 9am-7pm, Saturday-Sunday 10am-3pm

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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

Inspection Score Info A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical California assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.

13 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #185 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 185th out of 1401 homes in California. Shows this facility's inspection score compared to the California average among 1401 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. Inspection score: 94 out of 100. Letter grade A. 13 points above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Official inspections (at CA avg)
9 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (90% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (100% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (75% below)
• Citations per year (90% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% below)
• Total visits (56% below)
• Complaint visits (77% below)
• Other visits (100% below)
• Complaint investigations (90% below)
Latest Inspection March 25, 2026

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 110 This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 03 This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1160 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1160 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 14 This facility has 75% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 0.22 This facility has 90% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.2 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 90% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.13.3 This facility has 97% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.1 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 97% better

Inspections & Visits Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 716 This facility has 56% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 56% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 313 This facility has 77% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 77% better Rank #441 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 441st out of 1388 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1388 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 07 This facility has 100% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 100% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 110 This facility has 90% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 90% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The August 27, 2025 annual inspection found the facility in full compliance with no deficiencies cited in all areas including medication records and safety equipment.
  • The August 8, 2024 inspection cited one deficiency for three residents’ Needs & Service Plans not updated, with dementia care training scheduled for completion by September 8, 2024.
  • The August 23, 2021 complaint investigation was unsubstantiated after reviewing allegations of inadequate care, finding no evidence of neglect or improper restrictions on residents.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: 3-story

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Music and Arts Classes

Managed by Galina Knop

Executive Director, Owner and Founder

30 years of experience

Galina Knop is the Executive Director, Owner, and Founder of Providence Place. With a personal understanding of family caregiving, she has dedicated herself to providing compassionate, individualized care for elders with dementia. Galina founded Providence nearly 30 years ago with a mission to deliver quality care that meets each resident’s unique needs while supporting their families through challenging times.

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Address 2.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from San Francisco's city center to Providence Place's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

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CA AVG 74.7%
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350
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5
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28
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CA AVG 13
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100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.7%
Rank #1 / 1347
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Coterie Cathedral Hill
AL
IL
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San Francisco (Cathedral Hill)
260
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79
Facility 79
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19
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42
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88
Facility 88
CA AVG 81
Rank #513 / 1401
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95.2%
Facility 95.2%
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MC
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34
Facility 34
CA AVG 103
Rank #1248 / 1657
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95
Facility 95
CA AVG 57
Rank #66 / 2092
94
Facility 94
CA AVG 81
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4
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #441 / 1388
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
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26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #205 / 1487
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.7%
Rank #1 / 1347
C+Knop, Roman & Knop, GalinaStudio / Semi-Private Rooms

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Providence Place is located in San Francisco, California.
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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CA

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+
General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits
Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+
General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.
Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.
CA

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled
General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CA

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits
Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age
General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.
CA

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits
Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Frequently Asked Questions about Providence Place

What neighborhood is Providence Place in?

Providence Place is in the Lower Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco.

Who is the owner of Providence Place?

Providence Place is legally operated by Knop, Roman & Knop, Galina, and administered by Galina Knop.

Is Providence Place in a walkable area?

Providence Place has a walk score of 95. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Providence Place?

Providence Place's occupancy is 100%.

Who is the administrator of Providence Place?

Galina Knop is the administrator of Providence Place.

How many beds does Providence Place have?

Providence Place has 34 beds.

Has Providence Place had any recent citations?

Providence Place has had 1 recently reported citation.

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