Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in San Francisco, CA below include 447 Assisted Living facilities with 1697 reviews. On average in San Francisco, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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1363 5th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My sister has been living in Julie's Care Home for eight years now. They helped her with showering, and taking care of her medications. They feed her and they're careful about her diet, and they get her to medical appointments. The staff is very good..."
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1338 - 27TH AVENUE, San Francisco, CA 94122
4.0
(1 reviews)
"We happened to be in San Francisco and visited Sunset Gardens assisted living facility while searching for a place for our aunt to live in the San Francisco area. We could immediately see that the outside area was very nicely maintained. The grounds..."
READ MORE1434 7TH AVENUE, San Francisco, CA 94122
4.0
(1 reviews)
"What made Sunset Care Home stand out from other care homes that we visited was its family oriented care style. Residents are encouraged to bond with one another and have ample opportunity to do so with field trips and other organized activities. Asid..."
READ MORE654 Grove Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
4.0
(1 reviews)
"We happened to be in San Francisco and visited Autumn Glow assisted living facility while searching for a place for our aunt to live in the region. The building looked well maintained. The backyard featured many nice seating areas. We liked that thi..."
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1450 PORTOLA DRIVE, San Francisco, CA 94127
4.0
(1 reviews)
"While in our uncle's home town of San Francisco, we stopped in on the spur of the moment to see the St. Francis Manor I while searching for a place for our uncle to live in his golden years. We liked its proximity to everything he likes to do.The st..."
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1444 McAllister Street, San Francisco, CA 94115
2.5
(4 reviews)
"My mother has been a resident at Victorian Manor since 2002. I have toured many facilities and the resident rooms are much larger at Victorian Manor than other Facilities in San Francisco. The food is great and they have accommodated my mothers chang..."
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257 Broad St., San Francisco, CA 94112
3.0
(1 reviews)
"We visited this home because an older relative was once a resident before she passed more than a decade ago. This is a typical house in San Francisco, a bit smaller when it comes to room size and predominately Asian. A tiny big shabby but clean and q..."
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659 45th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94116
2.5
(2 reviews)
"Sutro Heights Residential Care Home was a home and they have turned every possible space except the dining room and kitchen, into a living quarter. Most of them were shared spaces. The person who showed us around was very thorough, and gave us the de..."
READ MORE887 Potrero Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110
2.0
(1 reviews)
"For the last 3 months one of the rest rooms has been out of order. At times not clean areas. Never pull beds out to clean under. Ants are a BIG problem. No daily actvity. On one day resident was commenting on how he had completed a load of wash. Tru..."
READ MORE3698 California Street, San Francisco, CA 94118
2.0
(2 reviews)
"We attempted to call and arrange a tour but were told that there was a very large waiting list and therefor there was no point in asking/answering our questions or coming in for a visit. Perhaps the caretakers are more sympathetic than the gentleman ..."
READ MORE9 Crystal Street, San Francisco, CA 94112
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services..."
READ MORE757 - 44Th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94121
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2237 Noriega Street, San Francisco, CA 94122
"We are operating a 6-bed facility for ambulatory and non-ambulatory clients. We only accept private clients. We have 2 private rooms and 2 s..."
READ MORE475 Eucalyptus Drive, San Francisco, CA 94132
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READ MORE145 Guerrero St, San Francisco, CA 94103
"Francis of Assisi Community was developed in 1979 by Catholic Charities/Catholic Social Services. With the diverse resident population that ..."
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3590 19th St, San Francisco, CA 94110
"Esperanza Apartments and Betel Apartments were the first major new construction undertakings for Mission Housing. Both were completed in 197..."
READ MORE300 LAKE STREET, San Francisco, CA 94118
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READ MORE2277 - 33Rd Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94116
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READ MORE1827 Silliman Street, San Francisco, CA 94134
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READ MORE1278 La Playa Street, San Francisco, CA 94122
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READ MOREAlthough San Francisco is expensive for assisted living, Salinas, which is just outside of the Bay Area, costs exactly $1,000 more, at $7,100. Inland but only 110 miles away from San Francisco, Merced costs $3,750. This might be better for seniors looking for the sunshine and scenery of California without the high price tag. Another great choice for retirees on a budget is San Diego, where the price is slightly above the national average, at $4,525. Redding, in the most northern part of the state, costs less than the state average, at $4,500, as does Fresno, in the west, at $4,750 per month. El Centro, at the south of the state, is a little more affordable than the Bay Area, with a monthly average price of $5,825.
San Francisco
$6,100
California
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
Redding
$4,500
El Centro
$5,825
San Diego
$4,525
Fresno
$4,750
Salinas
$7,100
Merced
$3,750
When comparing the cost of assisted living in San Francisco with the national and state averages using Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey, it’s clear that it’s not a cheap place to live. In fact, it’s nearly $2,000 more expensive than the U.S. average of $4,300, and more than $1,000 above California’s average of $5,000.
The Bay Area, and California as a whole, is focused on keeping seniors in their own homes for as long as possible. Financial help in paying for assisted living facilities is extremely limited when compared to in-home or nursing home care as a result of this statewide policy. The Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program is available in San Francisco for people with full-scope Medi-Cal eligibility, although this does not cover all aspects of assisted living.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Community Service Employment Program | (415) 982-7007 | These work-based job training opportunities are a community service for older adults over age 55 who are unemployed and have a family income of below 125% of the state-sanctioned poverty level. The average work week is around 20 hours and there’s the potential to earn the maximum out of federal, state or local minimum wages. Seniors over the age of 65, veterans, those with disabilities, living in a rural area, at risk of homelessness and with low employment prospects will get priority treatment. |
| Seniors Against Investment Fraud | (866) 275-2677 | Older adults over the age of 50 are targeted by scammers who commit financial and investment fraud, and SAIF is dedicated to preventing Californians falling victim to this type of crime. The goal of the organization is to empower seniors so they’re vigilant and informed about how to safely make investments and other important financial decisions. |
| California Department of Justice | (415) 510-3476 | It’s crucial that seniors are informed about the various ways elder abuse can occur as they get older and potentially become more vulnerable. Abuse isn’t just a physical phenomena, but it can also be financial or emotional. The website contains useful information about how to spot the signs of elder abuse. There are also plenty of resources for anyone who’s concerned that they or someone close to them is suffering as a result of this terrible crime. |
| Bay Area Older Adults | (408) 774-0593 | Bay Area Older Adults is a charity that aims to enrich the lives of individuals aged 50 and over. It does this by organizing fun events and giving seniors the opportunity to socialize on nature trails, sightseeing and learning to cook new foods. People who prefer going solo or taking part in activities with friends and family can still use its wealth of resources to explore the local area safely and joyfully. Membership is free. |
| San Francisco Senior Beat | (415) 821-1003 | San Francisco Senior Beat is a digital magazine created for seniors in the Bay Area by seniors in the Bay Area. It includes various inspirational and moving stories and aims to give a platform to people who don’t necessarily always have their voices heard. The website also includes helpful links and local events for seniors. |
The Bay Area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Mary Fossourier
5.0
Review of Portola Gardens
ROOMS: The rooms are quiet and clean Residents do not need to bring their own furniture. Furniture, plus bed and bedding are provided. FOOD: I have visited but have not participated in any...
Assisted Living
Cynthia S
5.0
Review of Coterie Cathedral Hill
I have had family living at Coterie since June 2024, and can confidently say it is one of most exceptional assisted living facilities in the SF Bay Area. This was confirmed by research and in...
Assisted Living
Isaac
4.0
Review of Portola Gardens
I toured Portola Gardens. I thought that it was a nice, open atmosphere and everything was very clean, and orderly. They have a very nice property, and a lot of places to walk around. They have...
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