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Assisted Living in San Francisco

Buena Vista Manor

Assisted Living in San Francisco

Buena Vista Manor

399 Buena Vista Ave E, San Francisco, CA 94117 View map
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.

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 87

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the California average
Occupancy rate 78.2%
Occupancy rate
78.2%
Bed community size
87-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 84 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
78%
7% higher than California average

California average: 73%

Occupied beds
68 / 87
Average residents 87 per day

License details

Facility type
Residential Care Elderly
Status Pending
County: SAN FRANCISCO

Ownership & operating entity

Buena Vista Manor is legally operated by BUENA VISTA MANOR HOUSE CO..

Care Services

Nursing Services
Memory Care
Independent Living
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

All Levels of Care

Assisted Living
Memory Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Chef-Prepared Meals
Maid Services
Group Activities
Nurse And Companion Services
Library
Game Room
Lush Gardens

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Assisted Living, 24-Hour Elderly Care, Memory Care, Senior Homes, Retirement Community

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Chef-prepared, nutritionally balanced meals are provided.

What does this home offer?

Pets allowed icon
Pets allowed icon

Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: Mid-rise

Types of Care at Buena Vista Manor

Assisted Living Memory Care
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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.

2 visits

California average: 16 visits

Breakdown by visit type

0 total complaint visits

2 other visits Info Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.

California average

13 total complaint visits

7 other visits

0 serious citations

A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.

California average: 3 serious citations

0 moderate citations

A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.

California average: 4 moderate citations

Compare Assisted Living around San Francisco The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.

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Coterie Cathedral Hill
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

San Francisco (Cathedral Hill)
260
No
99
3
18
2
4
79.6%
A+
Van Ness Opco Tenant Llc; Atria Management Company
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Buena Vista Manor
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

San Francisco (Buena Vista)
87
Yes
84
0
0
0
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78.2%
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Buena Vista Manor House Co.
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Merced Hampshire
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

San Francisco (Mission District)
33
No
94
0
0
0
-
-
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Private / Shared Rooms
Merced Residential Care III
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

San Francisco (Oceanview)
14
No
82
3
2
2
25
100.0%
-
Hafco, Inc.
Studio
Merced Residential Care II
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

San Francisco (Oceanview)
6
No
82
5
1
1
22
66.7%
-
Hafco, Inc.
Studio

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Address 1.5 miles from city center — 0.88 miles to nearest hospital (UCSF Health Stanyan Hospital)

Address 399 Buena Vista Ave E, San Francisco, CA 94117

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

County-managed; waitlists possible.

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).

$2,000 (individual).

Can hire family as caregivers.

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+, California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).

Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

CA LIHEAP

Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.

~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).

Not applicable; income-focused.

High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.

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