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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.
Lower than the California average: 72.8%Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care is legally operated by Alara Health Services Inc, and administrated by Saher Choudry.
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.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the California state average. See the assisted living residences benchmark below for the typical California score; higher is better.
Above the California average for assisted living residences.
California assisted living residences benchmark: C 76/100
Inspection score: 85 out of 100. Letter grade B. Above the California average for assisted living residences.
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.
Citations
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 2 | 10 | This facility has 80% fewer total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 10).↓ 80% better |
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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.
| 2 | 3 | This facility has 33% fewer serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 3).↓ 33% better |
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Moderate citations (Type B)
Violations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.
| 0 | 4 | This facility has 100% fewer moderate citations (type b) than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 100% better |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2024.
| 1 | 5 | This facility has 80% fewer citations per year than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 5).↓ 80% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 0.7 | 3.3 | 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
| This Facility | CA Average | vs. CA Avg |
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Total visits
Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.
| 3 | 16 | This facility has 81% fewer total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 16).↓ 81% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.
| 0 | 13 | This facility has 100% fewer complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (0 vs. CA avg 13).↓ 100% better |
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Other visits
Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.
| 2 | 7 | This facility has 71% fewer other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (2 vs. CA avg 7).↓ 71% better |
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Official inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.
| 1 | 4 | This facility has 75% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (1 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 75% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The facility’s inspection record is mixed, with repeated immediate risk citations for staff working without required criminal fingerprint clearances resulting in $1,000 civil penalties in December 2024 and June 19, 2025. The May 3, 2024 pre-licensing visit found several deficiencies in emergency preparedness, including missing exit plans, emergency food and water supplies, and needed furnishings. No complaints were substantiated, and staffing, documentation, and physical plant requirements were otherwise generally met during inspections.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Housing Options: Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
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2.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from San Francisco's city center to Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care is located in San Francisco, California.
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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
| San Francisco Towers |
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).
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) | 350 | No | 99 | 4 | 5
Facility
5
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#592 / 1397 | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#1 / 1164 | 28
Facility
28
CA AVG
11
Rank
#99 / 1365 |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#1 / 1289 | - | Front Porch Communities And Services | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| 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 | 19
Facility
19
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#1111 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
11
Rank
#946 / 1365 |
78.8%
Facility
78.8%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#599 / 1289 | A+ | Van Ness Opco Tenant LLC; Atria Management Company | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Ivy at Golden Gate |
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 (Outer Sunset) | 168 | Yes | 88 | 2 | 6
Facility
6
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#654 / 1397 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#413 / 1164 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
11
Rank
#1161 / 1365 |
0.6%
Facility
0.6%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#1261 / 1289 | - | Well Oak Tenant LLC;Oakmont Management Group LLC | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Portola Gardens |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. | San Francisco (University Mound) | 132 | No | 61 | 4 | 23
Facility
23
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#1177 / 1397 | 4
Facility
4
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#828 / 1164 | 7
Facility
7
CA AVG
11
Rank
#669 / 1365 |
75.8%
Facility
75.8%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#672 / 1289 | - | Portola Gardens LLC; Portola Mgmt Bsd, LLC | Private / Shared Rooms |
| Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care |
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 (Lower Pacific Heights) | 6 | No | 98 | 1 | -
Facility
-
CA AVG
11.6
Rank
#1 / 1397 | 2
Facility
2
CA AVG
3.2
Rank
#600 / 1164 | 1
Facility
1
CA AVG
11
Rank
#1259 / 1365 |
66.7%
Facility
66.7%
CA AVG
73.6%
Rank
#865 / 1289 | - | Alara Health Services Inc | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care is in the Lower Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco.
The legal owner and operator of Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care is Alara Health Services Inc.
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.
Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care's occupancy is 67%.
Saher Choudry is the administrator of Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care.
Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care has 6 beds.
Rhoda Goldman Plaza – San Francisco Assisted Living & Memory Care has had 2 recently reported deficiencies.
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