AlmaVia of San Francisco
Assisted Living & Memory Care · San Francisco, CA

AlmaVia of San Francisco

Assisted Living & Memory Care · San Francisco, CA

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.

Bed community size
175-bed community Rank #234 / 1657Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 234th out of 1657 homes in California. 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
22 years in operation Rank #313 / 1487Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 313th out of 1487 homes in California. 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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 59 / 100 Rank #1088 / 2092Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1088th out of 2092 homes in California. 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: B- (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
73%
Rank #889 / 1537Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 889th out of 1537 homes in California. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the California average, with its Statewide rank out of 1537. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Similar to the California average: 72.8%
Occupied beds
127 / 175
Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Awards

Best Assisted Living 2025 by US News & World Reports

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
StatusLicensed
IssuanceOctober 30, 2003
CountySan Francisco
RCFE Number385600270

Ownership & Operating Entity

AlmaVia of San Francisco is legally operated by Elder Care Alliance Of Sf, Elder Care Alliance, and administered by Cleitus Jones.

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

Delicious
Balanced Meals
Library & Computer Lab
Full Calendar Of Activities
Lovely Grounds And Walking Paths
Mail Sorting & Receiving
Spiritual Care Director
Housekeeping & Laundry Services
Beauty Salon
Activities
Religious ServicesSpiritual care director available to those of all faiths and belief systems

Pricing & Financial Information

Assisted Living$7,562 per month
Memory Care$10,455 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionRestaurant-quality dining with menus highlighting flavor, quality, and freshness, overseen by a registered dietitian.

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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.

1 point above the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Rank #793 / 1401 in California Inspection Score — State benchmarked This home is ranked 793rd out of 1401 homes in California. 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. Inspection score: 82 out of 100. Letter grade B-. 1 point 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 2021 vs. California state average
Overall vs. CA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than California average:
• Moderate citations (Type B) (25% above)
• Total visits (13% above)
2 At Avg Metrics at California average:
• Other visits (at CA avg)
• Official inspections (at CA avg)
6 Better Metrics better than California average:
• Total citations (30% below)
• Serious citations (Type A) (33% below)
• Citations per year (30% below)
• Citations per inspection (88% below)
• Complaint visits (46% below)
• Complaint investigations (30% below)
Latest Inspection October 7, 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. 710 This facility has 30% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 30% 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 #600 / 1164 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 600th out of 1164 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1164 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. 54 This facility has 25% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 25% worse
Citations per year Info Average citations per year since 2021. 1.42 This facility has 30% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.4 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 30% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 0.43.3 This facility has 88% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 88% 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. 1816 This facility has 13% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (18 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 13% worse
Complaint visits Info On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff. 713 This facility has 46% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 46% better Rank #719 / 1397 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 719th out of 1397 homes in California. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1397 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. 77 This facility has other visits in line with the California average (7 vs. CA avg 7).— At avg
Official inspections Info Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards. 44 This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations Info On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators. 710 This facility has 30% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (7 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 30% better

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

  • The most recent inspection on October 7, 2025 found no deficiencies and confirmed compliance with medication storage, safety equipment, and staff and resident files.
  • An August 19, 2025 inspection cited an immediate jeopardy deficiency for staff improperly restraining a resident with a gait belt, resulting in termination and staff retraining.
  • A substantiated complaint in April 2025 found the facility failed to provide proper notice of rate increases with inconsistent billing for one resident.

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Address 8.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from San Francisco's city center to AlmaVia of San Francisco's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.15 miles to nearest hospital (AHMC Seton Medical Center)

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

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AL
IL
MC
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260
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99
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19
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AlmaVia of San Francisco
AL
MC
San Francisco (Lakeshore)
175
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CA AVG 103
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Yes
59
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CA AVG 57
Rank #1088 / 2092
82
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4
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CA AVG 3
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168
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CA AVG 103
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CA AVG 57
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89
Facility 89
CA AVG 81
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2
6
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AL
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132
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CA AVG 103
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61
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CA AVG 57
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62
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23
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7
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in California

AlmaVia of San Francisco 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 AlmaVia of San Francisco

What neighborhood is AlmaVia of San Francisco in?

AlmaVia of San Francisco is in the Lakeshore neighborhood of San Francisco.

Who is the owner of AlmaVia of San Francisco?

The legal owner and operator of AlmaVia of San Francisco is Elder Care Alliance Of Sf, Elder Care Alliance.

Is AlmaVia of San Francisco in a walkable area?

AlmaVia of San Francisco has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the occupancy rate at AlmaVia of San Francisco?

AlmaVia of San Francisco's occupancy is 73%.

Who is the administrator of AlmaVia of San Francisco?

Cleitus Jones is the administrator of AlmaVia of San Francisco.

How many beds does AlmaVia of San Francisco have?

AlmaVia of San Francisco has 175 beds.

Has AlmaVia of San Francisco had any recent citations?

AlmaVia of San Francisco has had 7 recently reported citations.

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