Kokoro Assisted Living

Overview of Kokoro Assisted Living

Kokoro Assisted Living is a wonderful senior living community that embraces both Japanese and American heritage and culture. The community’s emphasis on cultural activities, celebrations, and cuisine is a great way to foster a sense of community and create a unique experience for its residents. Kokoro offers a variety of independent and assisted living apartment styles to fit the needs of its residents. The availability of one-bedroom apartments and some studio apartments for double occupancy is especially convenient.

The community’s peaceful sanctuary, outdoor courtyard, and library offer a relaxing and rejuvenating atmosphere. The focus on staying active through exercise, strength, and spiritual wellness programs is important for maintaining physical and mental health in older adults.

Types of Care at Kokoro Assisted Living

Independent Living Assisted Living

61-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

22 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 98 / 100

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

41 / 61

Average residents per home in California 87 per day

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

StatusLicensed

IssuanceOctober 16, 2003

CountySan Francisco

License Number#385600235

Kokoro Assisted Living is legally operated by Kokoro Assited Living Inc; Ncp Senior Ventures Llc, and administrated by Bryce Saxton.

Specific ProgramsEmployment Opportunities, Resident Services, Events & News, COVID-19 Information

Food DescriptionKokoro’s Japanese-inspired community offers traditional and cultural dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner prepared by our dedicated in-house chef. Nutritious snacks and beverages are available all day.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 6 citations 11 total visits 4 complaint visits 4 official inspections 5 complaint investigations

Inspection Scorecard 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

Latest Inspection October 3, 2025 Other

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	6	10	This facility has 40% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 40% better
Serious citations (Type A) Violations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	0	3	This facility has 100% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 100% better
Moderate citations (Type B) Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	6	4	This facility has 50% more moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (6 vs. CA avg 4).↑ 50% worse
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	1.2	2	This facility has 40% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1.2 vs. CA avg 2).↓ 40% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.5	3.3	This facility has 85% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.5 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 85% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	11	16	This facility has 31% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (11 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 31% better
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	4	13	This facility has 69% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (4 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 69% better
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	3	7	This facility has 57% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 57% better
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	4	4	This facility has official inspections in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	5	10	This facility has 50% fewer complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (5 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 50% better

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

Kokoro Assisted Living Facility’s inspection record is mostly clean, with no deficiencies cited during the most recent October 3, 2025 inspections related to management change. The September 22, 2025 annual inspection found two technical violations for missing documentation on a resident’s refusal of medical assessment and an emergency drill, but no safety or care deficiencies. Past substantiated complaints in 2021 involved confidentiality breaches and failure to arrange timely medical care, but recent inspections show consistent compliance and no new citations.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise

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Housekeeping Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

Wellness Programs

1.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from San Francisco's city center to Kokoro Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.29 miles to nearest hospital (Stroke Care Center: California Pacific Medical Center: Pacific Campus)

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What neighborhood is Kokoro Assisted Living in?

Kokoro Assisted Living is in the Japantown neighborhood of San Francisco.

Who is the owner of Kokoro Assisted Living?

The legal owner and operator of Kokoro Assisted Living is Kokoro Assited Living Inc; Ncp Senior Ventures Llc.

Is Kokoro Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Kokoro Assisted Living 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 Kokoro Assisted Living?

Kokoro Assisted Living's occupancy is 67%.

Who is the administrator of Kokoro Assisted Living?

Bryce Saxton is the administrator of Kokoro Assisted Living.

How many beds does Kokoro Assisted Living have?

Kokoro Assisted Living has 61 beds.

Has Kokoro Assisted Living had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Kokoro Assisted Living has had 6 recently reported deficiencies.

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