The Ivy at Golden Gate
Assisted Living & Memory Care · San Francisco, CA

The Ivy at Golden Gate

Assisted Living & Memory Care · San Francisco, CA

Overview of The Ivy at Golden Gate

With the seniors’ welfare in mind, the Ivy at Golden Gate located at the serene neighborhood of 19th Avenue, San Francisco, CA is an ideal senior living community that offers a spectrum of living options including assisted living, retirement living, and memory care. Offering cozy and spacious floor plans including private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, alongside its signature Evergreen at Ivy neighborhood private and companion suites, the community ensures comfort and security. Experience round-the-clock care and assistance with a team of kind, compassionate, and highly skilled professionals within the premises of the community.

The Ivy at Golden Gate focuses on the welfare of its residents, employing its exclusive Whole Living Approach and EverYou Program that delivers personalized care and maximizes comfort. Residents experience an active and engaged lifestyle that acknowledges their independence while encouraging them to interact with the community. With meticulously prepared healthy meals, seniors enjoy all-day dining. Amenities include an activities studio, a media room, a technology center, an art studio, bistro, a library, a fitness center, aesthetically landscaped grounds and flower gardens, and peaceful indoor and outdoor lounges.

(415) 903-6232
Bed community size
168-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 88 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
1%
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
1 / 168
Average residents per home in California 87 per day

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 30, 2023
CountySan Francisco

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Ivy at Golden Gate is legally operated by Well Oak Tenant Llc;oakmont Management Group Llc, and administrated by Adiam Welday.

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at The Ivy at Golden Gate

Assisted Living Memory Care

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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 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 2023 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Total visits (6% above)
• Other visits (29% above)
6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (80% below)
• Citations per year (79% below)
• Citations per inspection (97% below)
• Complaint visits (54% below)
• Official inspections (50% below)
• Complaint investigations (40% below)
Latest Inspection February 19, 2026 Other

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

MetricThis FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 210 This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better
Serious citations (Type A) Info Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 1
Moderate citations (Type B) Info Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards. 1
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2023. 0.73.3 This facility has 79% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (0.7 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 79% 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.

MetricThis FacilityCA Averagevs. CA Avg
Total visits Info Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections. 1716 This facility has 6% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (17 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 6% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 613 This facility has 54% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 54% better
Other visits Info Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits. 97 This facility has 29% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 29% worse
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 24 This facility has 50% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 50% better
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 610 This facility has 40% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 40% better

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

This facility’s inspection record is mostly clean but includes a substantiated deficiency for failing to provide adequate supervision to a resident with dementia who eloped in October 2025. The most recent inspection on February 19, 2026, found no deficiencies but noted a late incident report submission. Prior complaint investigations from 2024 to 2025 were largely unsubstantiated, except for a late refund issued in December 2024, showing a generally consistent compliance trend with isolated issues.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

The Ivy at Golden Gate 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
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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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Ivy at Golden Gate

What neighborhood is The Ivy at Golden Gate in?

The Ivy at Golden Gate is in the Outer Sunset neighborhood of San Francisco.

Who is the owner of The Ivy at Golden Gate?

The legal owner and operator of The Ivy at Golden Gate is Well Oak Tenant Llc;Oakmont Management Group Llc.

Is The Ivy at Golden Gate in a walkable area?

The Ivy at Golden Gate has a walk score of 88. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the occupancy rate at The Ivy at Golden Gate?

The Ivy at Golden Gate's occupancy is 1%.

Who is the administrator of The Ivy at Golden Gate?

Adiam Welday is the administrator of The Ivy at Golden Gate.

How many beds does The Ivy at Golden Gate have?

The Ivy at Golden Gate has 168 beds.

Has The Ivy at Golden Gate had any recent deficiencies or citations?

The Ivy at Golden Gate has had 2 recently reported deficiencies.

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