Mission Creek Senior
Assisted Living & Memory Care · San Francisco, CA

Mission Creek Senior

Assisted Living & Memory Care · San Francisco, CA

Overview of Mission Creek Senior

In San Francisco’s Mission Bay neighborhood, Mission Creek Senior operates as a 140-unit independent living community designed for older adults prioritizing autonomy and urban lifestyle over medical care. The mid-rise building at 225 Berry Street sits near Oracle Park in one of California’s most walkable neighborhoods (Walk Score 90); a location where residents can accomplish errands on foot and access nearby dining, shopping, and cultural attractions without relying on transportation.

The community’s mission centers on affordability, with explicit programming for low-income older adults seeking peer community.

Staffing and dining anchor the residential experience. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants provide 24-hour on-site presence, alongside physician services and banking support.

Meals are prepared daily by on-site registered dieticians who customize menus to resident preferences and dietary needs, delivered in a restaurant-style dining room with in-room service also available. The kitchen approach differs markedly from facility dining at assisted living or nursing homes; dieticians customize rather than accommodate, suggesting personalization within the IL framework.

The amenity portfolio spans lifestyle and convenience: outdoor courtyards, beauty and spa services, fitness programming, transportation coordination, laundry service, and social event programming designed to foster resident connection. Specific programs labeled “Your Care,” “Your Home,” and “Lifestyle & Amenities” suggest layered service tiers.

Pet visitation is permitted.

The community’s independence-focused structure and highly walkable urban location suit active older adults who want peer community and urban amenities without clinical oversight.

However, prospective residents should clarify the scope of “care” services available and confirm that the facility’s independence model matches their functional needs, as licensed staff presence at 24 hours does not equate to assistance with activities of daily living.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 90 / 100 Rank #171 / 2057Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 171st out of 2,057 homes we track in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in California that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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.

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Courtyard
Laundry
Dining
Salon
Spa
Transportation
Fitness Center
Banking
Social Events
Pet Friendly
Chef-Inspired Meals
Customizable Menus
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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from San Francisco's city center to Mission Creek Senior's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
The Sequoias San Francisco
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
San Francisco (Japantown)
400
Facility 400
CA AVG 103
Rank #28 / 1,645
No
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 58
Rank #2 / 2,057
15
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 13
Rank #525 / 1,387
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #478 / 1,433
51
Facility 51
CA AVG 13
Rank #18 / 1,507
88.0%
Facility 88.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #401 / 1,452
-Sequoia Living, IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
San Francisco Towers
AL
IL
MC
San Francisco (Cathedral Hill)
350
Facility 350
CA AVG 103
Rank #36 / 1,645
Yes
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 58
Rank #2 / 2,057
13
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #589 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 13
Rank #156 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
-Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Providence Place
AL
MC
RC
San Francisco (Lower Pacific Heights)
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,237 / 1,645
No
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 58
Rank #66 / 2,057
7
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #442 / 1,387
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 1,433
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 13
Rank #247 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
C+Knop, Roman & Knop, GalinaStudio / Semi-Private Rooms
Autumn Glow Alzheimer’s Care Home
AL
San Francisco (Hayes Valley)
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 103
Rank #1,285 / 1,645
No
98
Facility 98
CA AVG 58
Rank #13 / 2,057
4
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 1,387
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #724 / 1,433
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 13
Rank #268 / 1,507
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 75.9%
Rank #1 / 1,452
-Autumn Glow Alzheimer's Home, IncPrivate / Semi-Private Rooms
Mission Creek Senior
AL
MC
San Francisco (Mission Bay)-No
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 58
Rank #171 / 2,057
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Mission Creek Senior is located in San Francisco, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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 Mission Creek Senior

What neighborhood is Mission Creek Senior in?

Mission Creek Senior is in the Mission Bay neighborhood of San Francisco.

Is Mission Creek Senior in a walkable area?

Mission Creek Senior has a walk score of 90. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Are pets allowed at Mission Creek Senior?

No, Mission Creek Senior has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Mission Creek Senior?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Mission Creek Senior in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Mission Creek Senior?

Mission Creek Senior is located at 225 Berry Street, San Francisco, CA 94158.

What is the phone number of Mission Creek Senior?

(415) 896-2025 will put you in contact with the team at Mission Creek Senior.

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