Best Memory Care in San Francisco, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 16 memory care providers in San Francisco, CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in CA
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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. 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.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
San Francisco Towers
MC
AL
IL
San Francisco (Cathedral Hill)
350
Facility 350
CA AVG 116
Rank #31 / 1,021
Yes
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 56
Rank #1 / 1,105
A+13
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #343 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
-Front Porch Communities And Services1 Bed / 2 Bed
Providence Place
MC
AL
RC
San Francisco (Lower Pacific Heights)
34
Facility 34
CA AVG 116
Rank #823 / 1,021
No
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 56
Rank #35 / 1,105
A-7
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #243 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
26
Facility 26
CA AVG 12
Rank #145 / 974
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #1 / 926
C+Knop, Roman & Knop, GalinaStudio / Semi-Private Rooms
Coterie Cathedral Hill
MC
AL
IL
San Francisco (Cathedral Hill)
260
Facility 260
CA AVG 116
Rank #58 / 1,021
Yes
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 56
Rank #1 / 1,105
A34
19
Facility 19
CA AVG 13
Rank #733 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
18
Facility 18
CA AVG 12
Rank #259 / 974
78.8%
Facility 78.8%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #385 / 926
-Van Ness Opco Tenant LLC And Atria Management CompanyStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
AlmaVia of San Francisco
MC
AL
San Francisco (Lakeshore)
175
Facility 175
CA AVG 116
Rank #162 / 1,021
Yes
59
Facility 59
CA AVG 56
Rank #551 / 1,105
B18
7
Facility 7
CA AVG 13
Rank #436 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
28
Facility 28
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 974
72.6%
Facility 72.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #510 / 926
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Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
San Francisco (Lower Pacific Heights)
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 116
Rank #870 / 1,021
No
98
Facility 98
CA AVG 56
Rank #9 / 1,105
B+3
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #461 / 979
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 12
Rank #837 / 974
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #619 / 926
-Alara Health Services IncStudio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Buena Vista Manor
MC
AL
San Francisco (Buena Vista)
87
Facility 87
CA AVG 116
Rank #611 / 1,021
Yes
84
Facility 84
CA AVG 56
Rank #169 / 1,105
A+3
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 956
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 979
-
78.2%
Facility 78.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #395 / 926
-Buena Vista Manor House Co-
The Ivy at Golden Gate
MC
AL
San Francisco (Outer Sunset)
168
Facility 168
CA AVG 116
Rank #188 / 1,021
Yes
88
Facility 88
CA AVG 56
Rank #113 / 1,105
A17
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #385 / 956
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #297 / 979
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 12
Rank #779 / 974
--Well Oak Tenant LLC And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sagebrook Senior Living
MC
AL
San Francisco (Laurel Heights)
111
Facility 111
CA AVG 116
Rank #461 / 1,021
Yes
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 56
Rank #35 / 1,105
B-37
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #612 / 956
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 3
Rank #717 / 979
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 12
Rank #468 / 974
67.6%
Facility 67.6%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #607 / 926
-Eden Villa Prop LLC And Integral Senior Liv Mgmt LLCSuite / Companion Suite
Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill
MC
AL
San Francisco (Cathedral Hill)
210
Facility 210
CA AVG 116
Rank #96 / 1,021
Yes
99
Facility 99
CA AVG 56
Rank #1 / 1,105
D+50
27
Facility 27
CA AVG 13
Rank #834 / 956
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 3
Rank #937 / 979
8
Facility 8
CA AVG 12
Rank #468 / 974
81.9%
Facility 81.9%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #335 / 926
-Coventry Subtenant LP And Oakmont Management Group LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
WindChime of Marin Memory Care
MC
AL
RESC
RC
Kentfield
55
Facility 55
CA AVG 116
Rank #756 / 1,021
No
45
Facility 45
CA AVG 56
Rank #756 / 1,105
D30
12
Facility 12
CA AVG 13
Rank #585 / 956
17
Facility 17
CA AVG 3
Rank #937 / 979
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 12
Rank #159 / 974
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #753 / 926
A+Windchime Group LLC And Integral Senior Living LLCStudio

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other CA memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 16 analyzed for San Francisco. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of San Francisco Towers

San Francisco Towers is a vibrant and trusted community in the heart of San Francisco, emphasizing the importance of togetherness and support. The community’s mission is to provide a welcoming environment where residents thrive, even during challenging times, through the care of dedicated staff and virtual events that foster connection. Rooted in values of community and resilience, San Francisco Towers is committed to creating a supportive living experience for all.

The community offers a range of amenities and facilities designed to enhance residents’ lives. Nestled in Pacific Heights, near Nob Hill and Fillmore Street, the prime location allows residents to explore the best of San Francisco. Engaging events, from classes and concerts to wellness programs, contribute to a dynamic calendar of activities. San Francisco Towers provides a variety of amenities, including an indoor swimming pool, a cozy library, and a rooftop garden, creating an environment where residents can relax and live their best lives. Additionally, the community’s comprehensive services, spanning healthcare, dining, and wellness, ensure residents have the support they need at every stage, fostering positive aging and overall well-being.

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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.

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Overview of Coterie Cathedral Hill

At Coterie Cathedral Hill, one will find a lifestyle built on luxury, wellness, and purpose. A luxury senior living offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care, Coterie Cathedral Hill in San Francisco is all about up-scale quality of service. The atmosphere of enhanced quality living is instantly felt when you step into community grounds. An elevated lifestyle is the goal of the senior living community, ensuring that residents can thrive and continue nurturing themselves as individuals in a warm and welcoming environment. In San Francisco, Coterie Cathedral Hill offers an unmatched level of care that redefines the luxury quality of living we know today. 

Coterie Cathedral Hills strive to nourish your well-being with its wellness programs and fitness activities. Luxury appliances fill the magnificent rooms of every room and facility in the building. Located in a wonderful location, residents can appreciate the iconic views of San Francisco through their windows or their expansive rooftop terrace. Their outdoor common area is spacious and built with outdoor heaters that allow for engaging activities all year round.

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Overview of AlmaVia of San Francisco

Greeting seniors with its peaceful setting, AlmaVia of San Francisco is an astounding senior living community in Thomas More Way, San Francisco, CA that offers assisted living and memory care. The community doubles its efforts to meet seniors’ needs and aspirations by providing them with top-tier care and assistance 24/7. AlmaVia of San Francisco is dedicated to improving seniors’ welfare with exceptional services.

Discover new interests and rekindle passions with a full slate of fun activities and engaging programs. With extensive amenities, residents have more opportunities to mingle with friends and maintain an active lifestyle. Moreover, diverse dining options are provided daily to meet dietary needs and preferences. AlmaVia of San Francisco strives to create a haven for seniors to make every moment of their best years memorable. The community was also recognized as Best Assisted Living by US News and World Report for its exceptional quality.

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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.

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Buena Vista Manor

399 Buena Vista Ave E, San Francisco, CA 94117
Overview of Buena Vista Manor

Settled in the neighborhood of San Francisco, CA, Buena Vista Manor is an upscale senior living community that provides a warm atmosphere for assisted living. Serving seniors for over 30 years, the community has built a trusted reputation in delivering exceptional care and reliable support with the help of an excellent care team available 24/7 to offer a wide range of care services. Here, residents are provided with a gracious, safe, and stress-free living environment surrounded by lush gardens and greenery for a more relaxing atmosphere.

Ensuring every needs of its residents are met and exceeded, the community also offers residents an array of opportunities to live an enriched lifestyle through a wide array of interesting activities and chef-prepared, nutritionally balanced meals. Residents are also provided with various maintenance services to ensure they live a worry-free life with more time to explore all the great things the neighborhood and the community offers.

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The Ivy at Golden Gate

1601 19Th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94122
Overview of The Ivy at Golden Gate

The Ivy at Golden Gate offers assisted living and memory care in San Francisco, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Offering both care levels may make the community a good fit for someone whose needs may grow over time, since the resident can change care levels without leaving the community.

The community has 168 beds. Housing options include studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments; a studio provides a single private space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. In the Outer Sunset neighborhood, the community has a Walk Score of 88 / 100, placing it in a very walkable area where most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet when moving in.

Adiam Welday serves as the administrator. The community is operated by Well Oak Tenant and Oakmont Management Group.

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Overview of Sagebrook Senior Living

Enjoy top-notch care with Sagebrook Senior Living, a trusted community in San Francisco, CA, that offers assisted living and memory care. Committed to improving residents’ well-being, a kind and highly trained team provides top-notch care 24/7 according to their unique needs and preferences. With specially designed and cozy one-bedroom floor plans, residents can keep their peace of mind and live up to their potential.

Promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment, residents are encouraged to live actively and meet new friends through a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging events. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy nutritional needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. Residents, even those with memory-related needs, can maintain their independence and dignity in the community’s stress-free setting and top-notch services.

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Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill

1550 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94109
Overview of Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill

Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill offers assisted living and memory care in San Francisco, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with dementia or at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 210 beds, making it a larger setting with more residents and staff. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences are available; a two-bedroom can suit a couple moving together, while a studio provides one private living space. Pets are allowed.

Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill is in the Cathedral Hill neighborhood, and its Walk Score is 99 out of 100, meaning the area is a walker’s paradise where daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Chris Schuster serves as administrator, and Coventry Subtenant LP and Oakmont Management Group operate the community.

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Overview of WindChime of Marin Memory Care

Experience person-centered memory care in a home-like environment at WindChime of Marin Memory Care, a blissful senior living community in Kentfield, CA, offering a serene environment for seniors dealing with memory loss. The community features an array of private to semi-private apartments, featuring access to 24-hour response, daily laundry, medication management and other convenient services. Boasting over 20 years of experience in serving memory care residents, the community thoroughly understands the unique needs of each person and provides them with the appropriate programming that help them feel more comfortable and at home.

The community ensures each of their residents are able to participate in vibrant activities and events by tailoring them based on their varying capabilities and interests. On-site physical therapy services provided by ONR are available to help residents maintain their strength and mobility for an active living. Dining experiences are enhanced by a talented culinary team that deliciously prepares residents’ favorite meals and serves health-conscious menus that are tailored to satisfy personal tastes and dietary needs.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Memory Care in San Francisco at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 89/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in San Francisco, CA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 166The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in San Francisco, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in San Francisco, CA

What is the average cost of memory care in San Francisco, CA?

The average monthly cost of memory care in San Francisco, CA is approximately $6,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in San Francisco, CA?

Memory care in San Francisco, CA typically ranges from $5,000–$8,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in San Francisco, CA?

Memory care communities in San Francisco, CA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in California?

Assisted living in California supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does California Medicaid cover memory care?

California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including California) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 16 memory care communities in San Francisco, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.