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Merced Hampshire
San Francisco’s Mission District is home to Merced Hampshire, an assisted living property situated roughly 2.4 miles from the city center. Operating out of a single-story building that houses 33 beds, the community eliminates the need for stairs or elevators, which simplifies mobility for residents. Accommodations include a mix of private and semi-private room options in a centralized neighborhood layout.
The surrounding area holds a walkability score of 94 out of 100, classifying the area as a pedestrian paradise where visitors and families can handle retail shopping and daily errands completely on foot. On-site staff members deliver 24-hour physical assistance, laundry, linen care, daily housekeeping, and prepared meals.
To support physical wellness and peer interaction, the community coordinates local transportation alongside a daily recreation schedule featuring Tai Chi, group games, karaoke, and structured exercise classes.
Families can call the administrative office to check current room vacancies and discuss specific physical care routines.
Community insights.
About this community
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Exercise Program
Recreational Activities
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2.4 miles from city center
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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
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Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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| The Sequoias San Francisco | AL CCRC HOS MC NH RC SNF | San Francisco (Japantown) | 400
Facility
400
CA AVG
103
Rank
#26 / 1,349 | No |
99
Facility
99
CA AVG
56
Rank
#1 / 1,410 | 15 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
13
Rank
#498 / 1,292 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3
Rank
#450 / 1,338 | 51
Facility
51
CA AVG
13
Rank
#5 / 1,298 |
88.0%
Facility
88.0%
CA AVG
74.1%
Rank
#250 / 1,200 | - | Sequoia Living, Inc | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| San Francisco Towers | AL IL MC | San Francisco (Cathedral Hill) | 350
Facility
350
CA AVG
103
Rank
#34 / 1,349 | Yes |
99
Facility
99
CA AVG
56
Rank
#1 / 1,410 | 13 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
13
Rank
#556 / 1,292 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1,338 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
13
Rank
#120 / 1,298 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
CA AVG
74.1%
Rank
#1 / 1,200 | - | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Providence Place | AL MC RC | San Francisco (Lower Pacific Heights) | 34
Facility
34
CA AVG
103
Rank
#962 / 1,349 | No |
95
Facility
95
CA AVG
56
Rank
#43 / 1,410 | 7 | 3
Facility
3
CA AVG
13
Rank
#418 / 1,292 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 1,338 | 26
Facility
26
CA AVG
13
Rank
#194 / 1,298 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
CA AVG
74.1%
Rank
#1 / 1,200 | C+ | Knop, Roman & Knop, Galina | Studio / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Merced Hampshire | AL RESC | San Francisco (Mission District) | 33
Facility
33
CA AVG
103
Rank
#966 / 1,349 | No |
94
Facility
94
CA AVG
56
Rank
#55 / 1,410 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Private / Shared Rooms |
| Autumn Glow Alzheimer’s Care Home | AL | San Francisco (Hayes Valley) | 15
Facility
15
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1,004 / 1,349 | No |
98
Facility
98
CA AVG
56
Rank
#11 / 1,410 | 4 | 0
Facility
0
CA AVG
13
Rank
#1 / 1,292 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3
Rank
#678 / 1,338 | 25
Facility
25
CA AVG
13
Rank
#214 / 1,298 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
CA AVG
74.1%
Rank
#1 / 1,200 | - | Autumn Glow Alzheimer's Home, Inc | Private / Semi-Private Rooms |
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California
Merced Hampshire is located in San Francisco, California.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Merced Hampshire
What neighborhood is Merced Hampshire in?
Merced Hampshire is in the Mission District neighborhood of San Francisco.
Is Merced Hampshire in a walkable area?
Merced Hampshire has a walk score of 94. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
Are pets allowed at Merced Hampshire?
No, Merced Hampshire has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Merced Hampshire have?
Merced Hampshire has 33 beds.
Are there photos of Merced Hampshire?
Yes — there are 3 photos of Merced Hampshire in the photo gallery on this page.
What levels of care does Merced Hampshire provide?
Merced Hampshire offers Assisted Living & Residential Care.
What is the address of Merced Hampshire?
Merced Hampshire is located at 1420 Hampshire Street, San Francisco, CA 94110.
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