Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care
Assisted Living & Memory Care · San Francisco, CA

Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care

Assisted Living & Memory Care · San Francisco, CA

Overview of Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care

Experience the best of your golden years with Rhoda Goldman Plaza – Assisted Living & Memory Care, an outstanding community set in the thriving neighborhood of Post Street, San Francisco, CA, that offers assisted living and memory care. The community features beautifully furnished and spacious studio to two-bedroom floor plans, prioritizing residents’ comfort and safety. A respectful and highly trained team helps residents with their daily living activities and household chores 24/7, ensuring a maintenance-free lifestyle.

Residents will not feel lonely with a fun-packed calendar of recreational activities and engaging programs for their leisure and wellness. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With its cozy and welcoming environment, residents live a blissful retirement.

Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #1330 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1330th out of 1657 homes in California for Bed Count. 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
2 years in operation Rank #1300 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1300th out of 1487 homes in California for Years In Operation. 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 newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 98 / 100 Rank #13 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 2092 homes 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.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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
67%
Lower than the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
4 / 6
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJune 3, 2024
CountyRiverside

Ownership & Operating Entity

Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care is legally operated by Alara Health Services Inc, and administered by Saher Choudry.

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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.

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

Rank #355 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 355th out of 1401 homes in California for Inspection Score. 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: 91 out of 100. Letter grade A-. 10 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 2024 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 9 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (80% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Moderate citations (Type B) (100% below)
• Citations per year (80% below)
• Citations per inspection (79% below)
• Total visits (81% below)
• Complaint visits (100% below)
• Other visits (71% below)
• Official inspections (75% below)
Latest Inspection December 17, 2025

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. 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 Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action. 23 This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better Rank #599 / 1160 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 599th out of 1160 homes in California for # of serious citations. 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. 04 This facility has 100% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 100% better
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2024. 15 This facility has 80% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 5).↓ 80% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.73.3 This facility has 79% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.7 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 79% 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. 316 This facility has 81% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 81% better
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 013 This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 100% better Rank #1 / 1388 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1st out of 1388 homes in California for # of complaint visits. 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. 27 This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 14 This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better

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

  • June 19, 2025 inspection cited one Type A deficiency for a staff member working without required criminal fingerprint clearance, resulting in a $1000 civil penalty and an immediate safety risk.
  • December 9, 2024 case management visit found one of two staff lacked criminal background clearance, posing an immediate safety risk but with adequate staffing and supplies otherwise.
  • May 3, 2024 pre-licensing visit confirmed adequate physical plant and safety equipment despite 10 deficiencies related to emergency supplies, furnishings, and exit plans needing correction.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care 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.
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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 Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care

What neighborhood is Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care in?

Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care is in the Lower Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco.

Who is the owner of Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care?

Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care is legally operated by Alara Health Services Inc, and administered by Saher Choudry.

Is Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care in a walkable area?

Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care has a walk score of 98. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care?

Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care's occupancy is 67%.

Who is the administrator of Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care?

Saher Choudry is the administrator of Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care.

How many beds does Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care have?

Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care has 6 beds.

Has Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care had any citations?

Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care has had 2 reported citations since 2024 according to records from California Department of Social Services (CDSS).

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