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Assisted Living in San Francisco
The Ivy at Golden Gate
Assisted Living in San Francisco
The Ivy at Golden Gate
With the seniors’ welfare in mind, the Ivy at Golden Gate located at the serene neighborhood of 19th Avenue, San Francisco, CA is an ideal senior living community that offers a spectrum of living options including assisted living, retirement living, and memory care. Offering cozy and spacious floor plans including private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, alongside its signature Evergreen at Ivy neighborhood private and companion suites, the community ensures comfort and security. Experience round-the-clock care and assistance with a team of kind, compassionate, and highly skilled professionals within the premises of the community.
The Ivy at Golden Gate focuses on the welfare of its residents, employing its exclusive Whole Living Approach and EverYou Program that delivers personalized care and maximizes comfort. Residents experience an active and engaged lifestyle that acknowledges their independence while encouraging them to interact with the community. With meticulously prepared healthy meals, seniors enjoy all-day dining. Amenities include an activities studio, a media room, a technology center, an art studio, bistro, a library, a fitness center, aesthetically landscaped grounds and flower gardens, and peaceful indoor and outdoor lounges.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
About this community
Occupancy
The Ivy at Golden Gate is legally operated by Well Oak Tenant Llc;oakmont Management Group Llc.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at The Ivy at Golden Gate
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.
12 visits
California average: 16 visits
Breakdown by visit type
6 total complaint visits
6 other visits
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
6 complaint investigations
Inspections conducted in response to complaints filed by residents, families, staff, or others about possible problems at the facility.
Investigations can have many visits.
California average: 10 complaint investigations
2 official inspections
Routine inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state care and safety standards.
California average: 4 official inspections
2 total citations
Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 10 citations
1 serious citation
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
1 moderate citation
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
Latest inspection
2 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
California average: 8 deficiencies
Inspection Report Summary for The Ivy at Golden Gate
Most inspections found no deficiencies, with the facility generally clean, well-maintained, and compliant with regulations. Several complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, including concerns about medication administration, resident care, and refunds. However, the facility was cited for failing to provide adequate supervision to a resident with dementia who eloped, as noted in the most recent complaint investigation on October 8, 2025. There was also a substantiated complaint in December 2024 regarding a delayed refund to a resident beyond the agreed timeframe. The facility’s record shows mostly compliance with isolated issues, with the latest annual inspection on August 22, 2025, reporting no deficiencies.
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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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.
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.
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