Large community · Licensed for 400 · San Francisco
The Sequoias San Francisco
1400 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94109Licensed since 1975
Overview
No openings reported
- Approved by the state: Wheelchair · HospiceState licensing record · October 26, 2026
- Languages spoken: EnglishReported on Seniorly · August 24, 2026
- Licensed for 400: a large care communityThe state license record
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Care and support
- Wheelchairup to 33 residents
- Hospice
Not on file: dementia and bedridden approvals.
Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 26, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.
Read the state’s own wording
AGE 60 AND OLDER. SEVENTY MAY BE NONAMBULATORY; (18 IN ASSISTED LIVING, 19 IN DEMENTIA CARE AND THE REMAINING 33 NON-AMBULATORY ANYWHERE WITHIN THE FACILITY.) SUBJECT TO TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF HOSPICE WAIVER.
938 - CONTINUE CARE CONTRACT (CCC)
CDSS record, verbatim · October 26, 2026
Care services
These are the home’s own statements about its day-to-day practice — they are not part of the state licensing record, and the state has not approved or reviewed them.
Assisted living
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Help with bathing or showering
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Assistance with transfers
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Residents may keep their own doctor
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 30, 2026.
Diabetic / carbohydrate-controlled diet
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Incontinence care
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Respite / short-term stays
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Help with dressing and grooming
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Staff walk with residents / ambulation support
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Medication management
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Diabetes care
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Help with oral and denture care
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Building is wheelchair accessible
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Activities of daily living the home lists help withEating · Mobility · Washing face · Reminders to brush teeth · Bathing · Dressing · and 7 more
Eating · Mobility · Washing face · Reminders to brush teeth · Bathing · Dressing · Preparing food · Managing medications — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Help with daily activities — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Grooming · Help with tasks of daily living · Support with activities of daily living · Medication management — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Fall prevention program
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Hands-on help or cueingCare staff provide reminders or more hands-on assistance.
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
24-hour supervision claimed
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Training topics namedContinuing education
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Overnight security presence
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Families may hire a private-duty caregiver or companion to come in
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Continuing education cadenceOngoing unspecified
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated December 5, 2025.
Emergency call system
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Security staff on site
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
As needs change
Medicines
Who handles medications: Staff follow the doctor's orders, help fill prescriptions, and administer medications with the right food and liquid.
sequoialiving.org · September 11, 2026
Staying through hospice
Hospice waiver on file — care may continue at the end of life
State licensing record · October 26, 2026
We’ll ask for you. Not on file for The Sequoias San Francisco: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.
Check availabilityWhat it costs here
This home’s starting rate
$5,357a month to start
Listed by the home on its own website · October 27, 2026 · See the home’s page
Costs & moving in
How care costs are added to the rentTiered levels — “Residents with the Continuing Care or Preferred contract will pay the market rate at the time of care.”
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 30, 2026.
Assessment before move-in
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
What the base rate includesMeals · Housekeeping · Linen service · Utilities · Transportation · On-site clinic · and 5 more
Meals · Housekeeping · Linen service · Utilities · Transportation · On-site clinic · Private dining rooms · Meeting rooms · Fitness and wellness activities — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 30, 2026.
Total cost of long-term care — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Private dining and meeting rooms — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Physician's report required
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Refund policy for deposits, community fees, and prepaid rentDuring the first 90 days, the entrance fee is refundable, less reasonable fees to cover cancellation costs and the reasonable value of accommodations, care, and services rendered.
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 30, 2026.
Monthly cost breakdownWith a studio and basic help · room, care and fees$5,357likely a month
Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.
Starting monthly rate$5,357this home
The home lists this starting rate on its own website for garden courts studio starting fee, seen October 27, 2026.
Basic help with daily careUsually includedup to $600
Basic help is usually part of the starting rate. Homes that price care by level start around $600 a month (44 California homes publish a care-level range, seen in September 2026).
One-time move-in fee$2,500one time · likely $0–$4,000
Homes that list a one-time entry or community fee charge a median of $2,500 (133 California listings; middle half $1,000–$4,000). Many homes list none — ask.
- Likely monthly totalLikely $5,357–$5,957
- $5,357
- First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $5,357–$9,500
- $7,857
How people payPrivate pay, Medi-Cal waiver, SSI/SSP, veterans, insurance
- MedicareDoes not pay for room and board in a care home. It can still cover hospice or home-health visits inside one.
- Private payMost residents pay from savings, a home sale or family help. Ask for the rate and what it includes in writing.
- Medi-Cal Assisted Living WaiverThis home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
- SSI/SSPCalifornia’s 2026 standard is $1,626.07 a month; $1,444.07 of it goes to the home and $182 stays with the resident. Whether this home accepts it is not on file — ask.
- VeteransVA Aid & Attendance can add to a veteran’s or surviving spouse’s pension. Ask whether residents here have used it.
- Long-term care insuranceMost policies pay for licensed care homes. Ask what paperwork the home provides for claims.
Rates at nearby homes8 nearby homes publish starting rates of $4,525 to $9,600
8 homes like this within 2 miles publish starting rates mostly between $6,100–$9,300.
- The Carlisle-Ivy Signature LivingSan Francisco · 0.1 mi · Large community$8,695Listed on its own website · studio apartments · seen October 27, 2026
- Kokoro Assisted LivingSan Francisco · 0.2 mi · Large community$6,559Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
- Ivy Park at Cathedral HillSan Francisco · 0.2 mi · Large community$7,895Listed on its own website · studio apartments · seen October 27, 2026
- Coterie Cathedral HillSan Francisco · 0.3 mi · Large community$9,600Listed on its own website · coterie cathedral hill · seen October 5, 2026
- Rhoda Goldman PlazaSan Francisco · 0.6 mi · Large community$7,200Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Victorian ManorSan Francisco · 0.7 mi · Large community$6,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Sagebrook Senior Living at San FranciscoSan Francisco · 1.2 mi · Large community$7,095Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
- Heritage on the MarinaSan Francisco · 1.2 mi · Large community$4,525Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWhere this price comes from
The home lists this starting rate on its own website for garden courts studio starting fee, seen October 27, 2026.
- Only prices a home put out itself count: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price Seniorly says the home confirmed. Prices a listing site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
- Nearby homes are the nearest of the same size that publish a rate, widening from 3 to 40 miles until at least 8 do. The estimate starts from what they charge, then adjusts for this home’s size, state care approvals, Medi-Cal waiver participation, years licensed and the area’s prices.
- Room, care-level, second-person and move-in lines come from what California homes publish on listing sites. Memory care uses Covelight’s researched premium over assisted living.
- Totals add each line’s figure and combine the lines’ ranges as separate charges, because a home is rarely at the top, or the bottom, of every line at once.
- We tested this estimate on 1,546 California homes that publish their own starting rate. It was within 10% of the real rate for 3 in 10 homes and within 25% for 7 in 10; the likely range held the real rate for 6 in 10 (September 12, 2026).
- It cannot see this home’s specials, how it assesses care, or which rooms are open.
Avoid surprises on the billWhat changes the price, and what to ask
- The care level
Some homes charge one all-inclusive rate. Others add levels or points as needs grow. Ask how the level is set, who decides, and what the next level costs.
- What is billed separately
Medication management, incontinence supplies, transportation and a second person in the room are often extra. Ask for the list in writing.
- Move-in costs
A one-time move-in fee or deposit is common. Ask what it covers and whether any of it comes back if the stay is short.
- Increases
California requires at least 90 days’ written notice, with reasons, before a rate rises (Health & Safety Code §1569.655). A change in the resident’s care level is the section’s own exception and can be billed sooner.
An estimate for planning, not a quote. A home sets the price after hearing about the care needed.
Daily life
Rooms, meals, activities and house rules, in the home’s own words. Open any detail to see where it came from.
Rooms & the spaces they will use (19)Private rooms · Building type · Private bathroom
Private rooms
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Building typeCampus
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Private bathroom
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Outdoor spaceSeven-story atrium courtyard · Landscaped grounds · Five gardens · Rooftop deck on the 26th floor · Courtyard · Gardens · and 10 more
Seven-story atrium courtyard · Landscaped grounds · Five gardens · Rooftop deck on the 26th floor — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated January 22, 2026.
Courtyard · Gardens — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Five distinct gardens — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Landscaped gardens · 1,800 square-foot dog park — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Stunning views — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Rooftop deck · Landscaped grounds with five gardens — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Outdoor common space · Patio · Garden · Walking paths — reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Room typesResidences in the memory care neighborhood · Private residences · Studio apartment · StudioWe don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
Residences in the memory care neighborhood — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Private residences · Studio apartment — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Studio — reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Common areasMemory care community spaces · Auditorium · Seven-story atrium courtyard · Rooftop deck · Five distinct gardens · Atrium courtyard · and 20 moreWe don’t have this home’s dementia-care disclosure. California requires a home that advertises dementia care to describe that care in writing when you ask.
Memory care community spaces — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Auditorium — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Seven-story atrium courtyard · Atrium courtyard — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Rooftop deck · Billiards and game room · Art gallery · Library · Arts & Crafts room — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Five distinct gardens · Guest rooms · Rollaway beds — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Meeting rooms — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Bistro · Sports / cocktail lounge · Grill · Dining room · Fitness room · Business room · Arts room · Activity room · Movie theater · Game room · Spa / sauna / wellness room · Cognitive learning center — reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Indoor Common Areas — reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Rooms come furnished
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
LaundryDone by staff
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Wifi in resident rooms
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Housekeeping frequencyWeekly
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Air conditioning in the room
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Visitor parking
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Emergency call system in the room
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
AmenitiesFull range of amenities · Onsite gift shop · Wood shop · Beauty salon · Guest suites for visitor stays · Fitness center · and 41 more
Full range of amenities — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Onsite gift shop · Wood shop · Beauty salon · Guest suites for visitor stays · Gift shop · Guest suites · Billiards and game room · Art gallery · Library · Arts & Crafts room — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated January 22, 2026.
Fitness center — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated January 22, 2026.
Gym · Kitchen with a stove on the 7th floor · Auditorium · Fireside lounge · Three grand pianos · 360-degree rooftop view with a walking pad · Shared gardens on 2nd-floor patios · Dog park — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 17, 2024.
Sweeping views · Refined amenities — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Four elevators · Rooftop walking deck · Dining room · Atrium — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Fitness centers · State-of-the-art fitness centers — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Linen services · Home repairs and maintenance · Health clinic · Game room · Full-service beauty salon — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Resort-like amenities · Full range of desirable amenities — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Guest suite — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Guest rooms · Rollaway beds — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Meeting rooms · Fitness and wellness activities — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 30, 2026.
Rollaway beds for visiting friends and relatives · Linen service · Utilities — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Piano · Fireplace · Concierge · Move-in coordination — reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Cable or satellite TV
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Housekeeping
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Kitchenette in the unit
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Salon or barber
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Telephone in the room
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Meals, preferences & familiar food (18)Dining style · Special diets supported · Who does the cooking
Dining styleRestaurant style
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Special diets supportedLow / No Sodium
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Who does the cookingProfessional chef
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Vegetarian or vegan optionsVegetarian · Vegan
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
All-day or flexible dining
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Cultural cuisine regularly servedGlobal flavors · International
Global flavors — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated January 22, 2026.
International — reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Residents choose between options at each meal
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Kosher foodKosher style
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Residents have input into the menu
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Food allergy management
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Dishes the home names, on a published menu or in its own description of its foodDesserts · Vegetarian dishes · Vegan dishes · Tapas-inspired small plates with global flavors · Desserts made from scratch
Desserts — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated January 22, 2026.
Vegetarian dishes · Vegan dishes — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Tapas-inspired small plates with global flavors · Desserts made from scratch — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Meals served in the room
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Assistance with eating
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Meals provided
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Professional chef
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Places to eat on siteMarketPlace · Dine-in · Take-out · Private dining · The MarketPlace · The dining room · and 2 more
MarketPlace · The MarketPlace · The dining room — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Dine-in · Take-out · Private dining — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Dining room — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Private dining rooms — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 30, 2026.
Dining atmosphereDelicious dining program offering creative and nutritious cuisine
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Catering
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Activities & the rhythm of a day (8)The shape of an ordinary day, as the home describes it · Activity types offered · Activities tailored to the individual
The shape of an ordinary day, as the home describes itMoving to a retirement community can be the beginning of a new, enriching chapter.
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Activity types offeredCulinary opportunities · Recreational opportunities · Learning opportunities · Educational programs to help reduce fall risk and support heart health · Social events · Fitness classes · and 98 more
Culinary opportunities · Recreational opportunities · Learning opportunities · Culinary, recreational, and learning opportunities · Comprehensive wellness programs — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Educational programs to help reduce fall risk and support heart health · Social events · Fitness classes · Activities — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Contributing to the continued strength of The Sequoias San Francisco through committee service · Staying connected to what matters through committee service · Meeting neighbors with similar interests through committee service · Learning · Creating · Volunteering · Contributing to community life · Resident participation in the Welcoming Committee, including checking in on and inviting new residents and helping them navigate the community · SSNC Philanthropy Liaison · Sequoia Living Board Advisory Committee · Liaison committees encouraging collaboration between The Sequoias San Francisco and Sequoia Living · Advisory committees offering resident input and recommendations to strengthen community services and everyday life · Past Presidents committee · Special Events committee · Nominating Committee · Budget Committee · Audit Committee · Executive Committee · Board of director committees supporting community leadership and long-term planning · Resident committees to help shape community life · Supporting a welcoming and engaged community through committee service — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated July 9, 2026.
Exercise classes · Walking trips · Personal assessment · Wellness lectures · Workshops · Group meditation — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated January 22, 2026.
Gardening · Live entertainment · Music recitals · Weekly classes in our Arts & Crafts room — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated January 22, 2026.
Concerts at The Sequoias · Concerts at a nearby performance hall — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 17, 2024.
Contributing · Welcoming new residents · Supporting wellness programs · Improving dining experiences · Community planning · Welcoming Committee · Board of Director groups · Advisory groups · Liaison groups · Resident committees · Sharing expertise and ideas · Collaborating with neighbors and team members to enhance programs, services and community initiatives — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Group visits to live performances · Weekly movies · Special events · Volunteer opportunities · Exploring the city · Sewing · Art studio classes · Tai chi · Creative writing · Musical recitals · Art history — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Arts and cultural experiences · Cultural experiences · Engaging social activities — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Billiards · Game room access · Weekly classes in the Arts & Crafts room · Arts & Crafts classes · Game room · Art gallery · Library — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Educational programs · Fun and engaging activities · Inviting activities — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
SF Jazz Center · Davies Symphony Hall · San Francisco Opera · SF Ballet — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Live performances · Outings to Marin County · Outings to Sonoma · Outings to Napa — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Fitness center with personal assessment · Exercise classes for all levels (Yoga, Stretch and Serenity) — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Outings to favorite spots in the City and around the Bay Area · Trips to Santa Cruz and Sonoma for seasonal activities — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated May 13, 2026.
Resident-led ukulele lessons · Using the art studio · Pursuing music interests · Tending personal plots in the community garden · Tending community gardens · Pursuing music and art interests · Community garden — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Classes · Experiences — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Music programs · Scheduled daily activities · Movie nights · Outdoor programs — reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Activities On-site — reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
Activities tailored to the individual
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Exercise or fitness programCardiovascular health · Strength · Yoga · Stretch · Serenity · Exercise classes for all levels of fitness · and 15 more
Cardiovascular health · Strength · Yoga · Stretch · Serenity · Exercise classes for all levels of fitness · Group exercise classes · Stretch and Serenity — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated January 22, 2026.
Fitness classes of all levels · Tai Chi · Balance — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated January 22, 2026.
Classes — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 17, 2024.
Exercise classes for all levels · Walking trips · Group meditation · Fitness classes taught by certified instructors · Stretching · Cardiovascular strength · Balance training · Resistance training — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Fitness classes — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Trips outside the home
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
How often outings happenWeekly
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 17, 2024.
Resident-run activities
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Religious services off site
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Faith, culture & language (2)LGBTQ-welcoming stated · Languages spoken by caregivers
LGBTQ-welcoming stated
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Languages spoken by caregiversEnglish
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Pets, routines & independence (4)Residents may bring a pet · Overnight guests · Pet types allowed
Residents may bring a pet
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Overnight guests
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 30, 2026.
Pet types allowedOther small pets · Dogs (within weight limits; that do not pose a danger to residents and staff may be accepted) · Cats (within weight limits; that do not pose a danger to residents and staff may be accepted)
Other small pets — reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 30, 2026.
Dogs · Cats — reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Pet weight limit
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Visiting & staying involved (9)Support services for families · Transport for shopping and errands · Tour scheduling link
Support services for families
Reported on Seniorly · source dated August 24, 2026.
Transport for shopping and errands
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
- Open on the website
Tour scheduling link
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
Neighborhood or area namedHeart of the city, near Japantown
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Transportation costs extraReported no
Reported on A Place for Mom · seen September 9, 2026.
- Open on the website
Contact form
Reported on sequoialiving.org · source dated September 11, 2026.
SettingUrban
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Transport for group outings
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Transportation
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
About the home (3)Brand or trade name · Management company · For-profit or nonprofit
Brand or trade nameThe Sequoias
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Management companySequoia Living
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
For-profit or nonprofitNonprofit
Reported on sequoialiving.org · seen October 27, 2026.
Where it is
1400 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94109Address from the public record · October 26, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.
Opening the neighborhood map…
- California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness CampusHospital · General acute care, on the state’s list0.3 mi
Straight-line distances; check the drive or the walk. Hospital: the nearest general acute care hospital on the state’s list (CDPH, September 16, 2026).
Open directionsThe state record
California inspects every licensed home and publishes what it found. A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
CDSS public record, read October 26, 2026 · License #380500593 · See the state’s own record
The last 36 months — 10 of 15 documents
Complaint outcomes in these 36 months, in the state’s words: 2 “Unsubstantiated” and 1 “Unfounded”.
20262 state visits · 2 documents
May 14, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 5/14/2026, LPA Grace Donato conducted an unannounced Annual Required – 1 yr. inspection for this facility. LPA met with Administrator, Terence Tumbale, Executive Director, Tomas Mendez & Director of Assisted Living and Memory Care, RoxAnn King. The facility currently provides care for 31 residents in the assisted living and memory care units. LPA continued with a tour of the facility which included the kitchen, assisted living and memory care wing. Food is prepped in the kitchen and delivered in assisted living and memory care areas which are transported in a warm cart. LPA observed residents engaged in different activities. Facility was found to be clean and at a comfortable temperature with all exits free from obstruction. Fire Extinguishers located on each resident floor, kitchen and common spaces were found to be charged. Bathrooms are equipped with grab bars and non-skid floors. There is adequate amount of food, 2 days for perishables and & 7 days non-perishable. A spot check of medications in the assisted living and memory care units, was conducted and found that all medication counts and records are in order. Emergency disaster drills are done quarterly. Nine resident records and nine staff records were reviewed. Resident records are updated, complete and signed. Staff records are complete. Facility accepts hospice residents and are in compliance with the required waiver requirements. LPA requested to submit the Liability Insurance through email. No deficiencies cited today. Report is reviewed and copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 14, 2026
Jan 15, 2026Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Staff did not provide proper care to a resident
On January 15, 2026, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Murial Han conducted an unannounced visit to deliver the complaint investigation. LPA met with the Memory Care Director, Roxann King and explained the purpose of today's visit. Regarding allegation of- staff did not provide proper care to a resident, the reporting party stated that staff #1 (S1) observed resident #1(R1) was sleeping in a wet bed full of urine or with briefs above R1's knees because night shift staff #2 (S2) did not clean R1. As part of the investigation, LPA interviewed the director and facility staff members and conducted observation. LPA interviewed the director who stated that S1 is no longer working at the facility and the director acknowledged that a few months ago, S1 reported a resident was not being cleaned by the CNA (S2) on the previous shift (night shift). Subequently, the director went to observed R1 and witnessed the situation with R1 that was not as reported by S1 but the director provided one-to-one meeting/education to S2 regarding the incident. Unsubstantiated LPA interviewed S2 who remembered the meeting/education with the director, however, denied leaving resident in a wet bed full of urine or with briefs above their knees. S2 stated that he/she always made sure the residents are cleaned and S2 also stated that it is common for a resident to urinate right after they were cleaned and changed. LPA interviewed 4 other staff members and all of them reported that they have not witnessed residents sleeping in a wet bed full of urine or with briefs above the resident's knees from the previous shifts. During LPA's visit on 12/18/2025, LPA observed R1 appeared to be well groomed, cleaned and pleasant. LPA attempted to interview R1 but R1 did not remember staff not providing proper care. Based on record review, observation and interviews during the investigation, this allegation is deemed to be unsubstantiated as the director stated that she went to observed R1 after S1's reporting and she did not observed R1 was in the condition that was described by S1. In addition, the director stated that re- education was provided to S2 who denied the allegation. Furthermore, 4 out of 4 staff members stated that they have not witnessed residents sleeping in a bed full of urine or with the briefs above their knees. Although the above allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 15, 2026 · control 14-AS-20251211155543
20253 state visits · 3 documents
Oct 3, 2025Facility evaluation reportCase Management - OtherReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Other
On 10/3/2025, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility to conduct a Case Management visit in regards to a Change in Administrator. LPA Calandra was greeted by Marc Shores, CFO and Tomas Mendez, Executive Director and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA Calandra collected the following documents while at the facility: -Terence Tumbale's Administrator Certificate LPA requested the following documents by 10/8/2025: -Updated LIC 200 with new administrator name. -LIC 501-Personnel Report -LIC 503-Health Screening Report -Copy of photo ID -Copy of current Administrator Certificate -Copy of First Aid/CPR Certificate -Fingerprint clearance. -Updated LIC 610E Emergency Disaster Plan -Updated LIC 9282 Infection Control Plan -If you signed the hospice waiver request, please submit new request for new administrator. -Board Resolution Letter(Letter appointing the new administrator from the Board) No deficiencies were cited during today's visit. An exit interview was conducted. This report was emailed to facility representative.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Oct 3, 2025
May 16, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 5/16/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tobola conducted an unannounced Annual Required – 1 yr. inspection for this facility and was greeted by Administrator, Terrence Tumbale, Executive Director, Tomas Mendez & Director of Assisting and Memory Care, RoxAnn King. The facility currently provides care for 31 residents in the assisted living and memory care units, 2 of which are receiving hospice services, along with a designated memory care unit. LPA continued with a tour of the facility with staff, facility found to be clean and at a comfortable temperature with all exits free from obstruction. Resident’s bedrooms, common areas, kitchen & food storage areas were inspected. Fire Extinguishers located on each resident floor, kitchen and common spaces were found to be charged. A spot check of medications in the assisted living and memory care units, was conducted and found that all medication counts and records are in order. There was a sufficient supply of both perishable and nonperishable foods as required by Title 22 Regulations, with food stored in the kitchen, sufficient for residents in care. Food supply is replenished multiple times throughout the week and stored properly. Facility provides a wide variety of meal preferences and preparation while also ensuring proper dietary restrictions are followed. There was a supply of hygiene products and paper products available for residents with replenishment throughout the week. All resident’s bedrooms have lighting & appropriate furnishings and bedding items. LPA observed a housekeeping cart located outside of the housekeeping closet within the assisted living portion of the facility. Light cleaning supplies were observed unsecured and potentially accessible. House keeping was actively working on their routine during inspection with no residents observed near the cart. Items were immediately stored in secured location and will be discussed with staff. Technical Violation issued. Continued onto LIC809-C Residents that were out in the community the inspection were observed interacting with staff, fellow residents and visitors in the common areas, or in their bedrooms resting. The facility encourages regular family visits and utilizes a wide variety of activities with LPA observing staff engaging continuously with residents, offering activities based on individualized preferences and abilities. LPA found that staff and resident engagement is well practiced with activity calendars developed on a monthly basis. The facility also integrates memory care residents into facility wide events and activities to promote inclusion and interaction. Residents were observed to have a positive and personable relationship with staff. There are two outdoor patios for resident use, all equipped with appropriate shading and a large sun room plaza for resident use. LPA conducted a sample file review for residents and found all items to be in order including needs & service plans and physician's reports. Upon a spot check of staff files, LPA found that caregiver staff have current 1st aid and CPR and annual training and health screening reports on file. LPA noted that Administrator, Terence Tumbale is associated to a partnered facility under the same license but not to the Sequoias San Francisco. LPA discussed with Administrator and provided technical assistance. Terence Tumbale's Administrator Certificate 7018528740 is currently active through 2/25/2027. Roxanne King's Administrator Certificate 6075229740 is currently active through 3/4/2027. LPA requested the following documents be sent to CCL by COB 5/30/2025: LIC 308 Designated Facility Responsibility LIC 500 Personnel Summary LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan Liability Insurance No deficiencies cited during today's visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 16, 2025
Jan 28, 2025Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Residents are not provided care with activities of daily living Residents are not provided social interaction and participation in activities Resident are not provided appropriate foods that meet dietary restrictions Resident's incontinence care needs or not being met
On 1/28/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tobola arrived unannounced for the purpose of delivering complaint investigation findings and was greeted by Executive Director, Glen Goddard. LPA toured the facility, interviewed staff and residents, gathered facility records and made observations during the course of the investigation. Complaint alleges residents are not provided care with activities of daily living. Upon multiple tours of the facility, LPA did not observe any signs of resident needs not being met. Residents in the assisted living and memory care portions of the facility appeared to be in a comfortable manner. LPA conducted interviews with residents (R1, R2, R3) all of which found facility level of care and assistance with daily living to be adequate. Residents also stated that they utilize pendants to call staff in emergencies with no reports of concern. Lastly, upon interviews with staff (S1, S2, S4, & S5) LPA received contradicting information towards the allegation with no indication of other caregiver staff not meeting resident needs. Complaint alleges residents are not provided social interaction and participation in activities. Upon multiple tours of the facility, LPA observed residents engaged in various group and individual activities. LPA also conducted interview with Director of Life Enrichment (S3) who provided LPA with monthly activity calendars specialized for both assisted living and memory care. In addition, LPA observed staff encouraging residents to participate in integrated events that are offered to all residents. During inspection LPA observed staff escorting memory care residents to an animal/pet education event with staff and residents actively engaging. Continued onto LIC9099-C Unsubstantiated Complaint alleges resident are not provided appropriate foods that meet dietary restrictions. Upon tour of the facility, LPA found that the facility kitchen is equipped with a sufficient amount of food supplies, meeting nutritional value. LPA found that the facility provides several entree options each meal with additional daily items and snacks to choose from. Residents also mark or write requests on meal preferences. Kitchen staff have record of resident dietary restrictions with notation of restrictions labeled on the menu for each individuals' diet. Upon interviews with residents (R1, R2, R3), LPA received inconsistent information regarding food taste but was found that the facility provides 3 meals a day with a variety of nutritious food options. Upon interviews with staff (S4, S5), LPA received contradicting information towards the allegation with no indication that resident dietary needs are not met. Complaint alleges resident's incontinence care needs or not being met. Based upon multiple tours of the facility assisted living and memory care, LPA found resident living areas to be clean with no signs of foul odors or residents left soiled. Interviews with residents (R1, R2, R3) indicated no concerns with staff providing toileting or hygiene needs. Upon interviews with staff (S2, S4, S5) LPA found that staff conduct routine room checks for incontinence and general care. Staff (S1, S2, S4 & S5) also stated that there no concerns of caregiver staff not meeting incontinence care requirements. A finding that the complaint allegations, residents are not provided care with activities of daily living, residents are not provided social interaction and participation in activities, resident are not provided appropriate foods that meet dietary restrictions and resident's incontinence care needs or not being met are unsubstantiated meaning that although the allegations may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violations did or did not occur, therefore the allegations are UNSUBSTANTIATED. No deficiencies cited.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jan 28, 2025 · control 14-AS-20241029161809
20245 state visits · 5 documents
Nov 20, 2024Facility evaluation reportCase Management - Health ChecksReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Health Checks
On 11/20/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tobola arrived unannounced for the purpose of conducting a health & safety check regarding incident report dated 11/5/2024 and received by the Regional Office on 11/6/2024 involving the health status of resident (R1) and was greeted by Executive Director, Glen Goddard and Director of Assisted Living and Memory Care, RoxAnn King. The incident involves resident (R1) being hospitalized for having ingested an illegal substance. LPA Tobola interviewed both Executive Director and Director of Assisted Living and Memory Care, toured the facility, gathered facility and resident records and made observations. LPA found that the facility had reported the incident involving R1 in a timely manner along with additional documentation submitted to all appropriate agencies and outside parties. No deficiencies cited during today's visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Nov 20, 2024
May 31, 2024Facility evaluation reportCase Management - Annual ContinuationReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation
On May 31, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility at 9:06 AM to complete the Annual Inspection. LPA Calandra was greeted by Casey Hobbs, Director of Nursing Services and explained the purpose of the visit. Steve Martinez, Human Resources(HR) Manager joined later during the visit. LPA Calandra reviewed 5 staff files. All were observed to be complete. LPA Calandra also interviewed 5 staff. A review of Centrally stored medications in the Memory Care unit indicated that medications for residents were properly labeled with instructions on dosage and times of day and matched the Centrally Stored Medication Records(CSMR) kept at the facility. No deficiencies were cited during today's visit. This report was reviewed with Steve Martinez, HR Manager and a copy of the report left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 31, 2024
May 29, 2024Facility evaluation reportCase Management - Annual ContinuationReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation
On May 29, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility at 2:00 PM, to complete the Annual 1-year required inspection. LPA Calandra was greeted by Roxann King, Director of Memory Care and Assisted Living and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA Calandra reviewed 5 resident files and 3 staff files. No deficiencies were cited during today's visit. The Annual inspection will be completed at a later date. This report was reviewed with Roxann King, Director of Memory Care and Assisted Living and a copy of the report left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 29, 2024
May 23, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On May 23, 2024, at 9:30 AM, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility to conduct the Annual 1-year required inspection. LPA Calandra was greeted by Terrence Tumbale, Administrator and explained the purpose of the visit. LPA Calandra toured the physical plant. This is a 26 story building. Assisted Living occupies one floor and Memory Care occupies one floor. LPA Calandra inspected 4 rooms (2 in Memory Care and 2 in Assisted Living). All bedrooms had the required furniture and sufficient lighting. Hot water in Assisted Living and Memory Care was measured between the required 105-120 degrees Fahrenheit. Fire extinguishers were observed to fully charged and last inspected on January 16, 2024. Fire alarms and carbon monoxide detectors were observed to be in working condition. The fire alarm/carbon monoxide panel was observed to be fully operational. No Hazards nor obstructions were present in exterior terraces/patios, hallways or other areas of the facility. The facility has an evacuation chair on each floor. The facility also has the required 7 days of non-perishables and 2 days of perishables on site. No food in the main kitchen was expired. Food in the Assisted living dining room that was expired was removed and disposed of by Administrator, Terrence Tumbale in the presence of the LPA. A review of Centrally stored medications in Assisted Living indicated that medications for residents were properly labeled with instructions on dosage and times of day and matched the Centrally Stored Medication Records(CSMR) kept at the facility. LPA Calandra reviewed 5 resident files. All were observed to be complete. LPA to continue reviewing documents during continuation of Annual. This Annual will be completed at a later date. No deficiencies were cited during today's visit. This report was reviewed with Terrence Tumbale, Administrator and a copy of the report left at the facility.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 23, 2024
Mar 14, 2024Complaint investigation reportUnfounded
Allegation investigated: - Resident sustained serious injuries from a fall - Resident not receiving nutritious meals from facility which made resident malnourished and weak
Based on investigation conducted by LPA Jeung of the Community Care Licensing Division of the CA Department of Social Services, these allegations are determined to be unfounded. This means that the allegations could not have happened and/or are without a reasonable basis. Client #1 resided independently in room 6K from 11/29/08 until 3/9/23, when she fell in her room. Client sustained serious injuries, but client attributed the fall to her house slippers. Resident was discharged from hospital on 3/15/23 to skilled nursing unit of facility--licensed by CA Dept. of Health Services. She has relocated permanently to the skilled nursing unit. According to executive director, there is one kitchen that provides meals for all residents in assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. A full-time registered dietician--qualified by formal training or experience--is responsible for the operation of the food service for the entire building. LPA obtained copies of the certification and job description. In January 2023--prior to March 2023 fall--client's primary care physician documented that client chronically complains about food, doctors, etc., and is allergic to garlic and legumes. Client told LPA that she is allergic to berries, as well. Following the fall, SNF staff documented that "resident was noted to have extensive food preferences," and she complained about food quality. Unfoundedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Mar 14, 2024 · control 14-AS-20230522130802
Earlier years2021 to 2023 · 5 documents
20233 state visits · 3 documents
Aug 15, 2023Facility evaluation reportCase Management - Annual ContinuationReport on file
Type of visit: Case Management - Annual Continuation
On August 15, 2023, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) Murial Han and John Calandra arrived unannounced to conduct an annual continuation for an annual required inspection conducted on 5/17/2023. LPAs met with administrator, Glen Goddard, Infection Control Preventionist Janet Prado and Director of Memory Care/Assisted Living Roxann King. LPAs explained the purpose of the visit. During today's visit, LPAs reviewed staff records that contained criminal clearance to work at the facility and are associated with the facility. In addition, the records also included first aid certificate, health screening with TB test result and criminal record statement. Staff training contains 40 hours of initial training and 20 hours of training annually. LPA also interviewed 2 Assisted Living residents. No deficiencies cited today. This report is reviewed and discussed with Memory Care/Assisted Living Director. A copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 15, 2023
May 25, 2023Facility evaluation reportCase Management - DeficienciesDeficiency page: Type A
Type of visit: Case Management - Deficiencies
LPA Jeung met with executive director and discussed observations made on 5/17/23 during annual inspection conducted by LPA Han. On 5/17/2023, during LPA Han's annual inspection, it was discovered that the facility has multiple confirmed cases of COVID-19. However, this was not reported to CCLD in a timely manner. Based on the facility COVID-19 report provided by the facility during the visit on 5/17/23, 5 facility staff and 1 resident were diagnosed with COVID-19 from 5/11/2023- 5/13/2023 and the confirmed cases continued to rise on a daily basis thereafter. According to the Infection Control Preventionist, the initial call was made to CCL on 5/15/2023. Based on Title 22, CCR 87211 Reporting Requirements, epidemic outbreaks shall be reported within 24 hours either by telephone or fax to licensing agency. The last COVID reported was on 5/20/23. Updated and complete line list is provided to LPA today. Deficiency of the California Code of Regulations, Title, 22, is cited today as the facility failed to report an epidemic outbreak within 24 hours. See LIC 809D. Failure to correct the deficiency may result in civil penalties. This report is reviewed and discussed with Mr. Goddard. A copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 25, 2023
From the deficiency page — Deficiency type: Type A · Section cited: CCR 87211(a)(2) · Plan of correction due date: May 26, 2023
Reporting Requirements a) Each licensee shall furnish to the licensing agency such reports as the Department may require, including, but not limited to, the following:..(2) Occurrences, such as epidemic outbreaks, shall be reported within 24 hours either by telephone or facsimile.. This requirement was not met as evidenced by facility failed to report COVID-19 epidemic outbreaks within 24 hours which posed immediate health, safety or personal rights risks to residents in care.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 25, 2023
Plan of correction: The administrator/licensee will develop a plan to ensure compliance and the plan will include staff training. The administrator/licensee will submit a copy of the plan BY DUE DATE Copy of the in-service staff training record will be submitted to CCL within 5 days of training.
May 17, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 5/17/2023, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) Murial Han conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA was greeted by administrator, and director of memory care/assisted living. LPA explained the purpose of the visit and LPA was screened at the front entrance. The Administrator and the Memory Care Director assisted with the inspection. LPAs toured the facility and observed to clean, tidy and in good repair. Bedrooms were equipped with the required furniture for residents to use. Bathrooms are equipped with grab bars, and nonskid mats. Facility temperature is comfortable. Central stored medication, toxins and sharps objects were locked and inaccessible to residents. 2 days of perishables and 7 days worth of nonperishable were observed for the residents. Facility is equipped with smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. Fire extinguisher was last serviced on 1/5/2023. Fire drill records observed to be sufficient. Resident records were reviewed and observed to have medical assessments signed by a medical professional. LPA conducted staff interviews. LPA will return another day to complete the inspection. No deficiency cited today. This report is reviewed and discussed. A copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 17, 2023
20221 state visit · 1 document
Apr 4, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file
Type of visit: Required - 1 Year
On 4/4/22, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) Murial Han conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA observed COVID-19 signs posted by the entrance. LPA was greeted the health administrator, Laleen Datt. LPA explained the purpose of the visit and LPA was screened at the front entrance. LPA toured facility and grounds with facility director, Carol Blackwell. No accessible bodies of water or fire safety hazards observed. Infection control practices are reviewed: entry procedures, staff training and policies, resident and staff daily monitoring records, containment strategies, PPE supply and the environmental cleaning supply are adequate; bathrooms are equipped with soap and paper towels, hand washing instruction is posted by the hand washing stations. All staff are being screened via Accushield as they enter the facility in the baseman and the security officer monitors and ensures staff is properly screened upon entering the facility. The facility has ready- to - go isolation carts set-up with PPE supplies and donning and doffing signs are posted on the isolation carts. The Environmental Services Director conducts PPE inventory counts every week and the facility orders PPE supplies according to the burn- rate calculation. Medications are locked in the medication rooms in the assisted living and the memory care units. A comfortable temperature is maintained, lighting is sufficient for comfort. The high touched areas are being disinfected 2x/shift. LPA requested for the following documents to be submitted to CCL by Wednesday 4/6/2022 - A copy of the current administrator certification, LIC308 Designation of Administrative Responsibility, LIC 309 Administrative Organization, and LIC 400 Affidavit Regarding Client/Resident Cash Resources No deficiency cited today. This report is reviewed and discussed with the health administrator. A copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Apr 4, 2022
20211 state visit · 1 document
Sep 13, 2021Complaint investigation reportUnsubstantiated
Allegation investigated: Facility does not maintain a comfortable temperature for residents.
On 9/13/2021, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Murial Han conducted an unannounced complaint visit to deliver the findings. LPA met with the Executive DIrector, Glen Goddard and explained the purpose of the visit. Regarding to the facility does not maintain a comfortable temperature for the residents, during the pre-investigation call, the Reporting Party explained that when the weather gets hot, the temperature in the room rises and it gets really uncomfortable. During the call, Reporting Party acknowledges of being aware of the facility's warm weather protocols and interventions such as the swamp cooler upon request, and cooling locations within the facility that are available to the residents such as the auditorium but at the same, the Reporting Parting is seeking for Licensing's support that the building should be paying for the air conditioning unit and not the residents since the facility is currently in the process of installing air conditioning unit upon resident's request. LPA explained that LPA will continue to investigate this allegation but will not be able to tell the facility to pay for the expenses of the air conditioning . However, LPA will inform the Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) Contract department to review the contract. This report is continued onto LIC9099C. Unsubstantiated As part of the investigation, LPA toured and verified the facility's temperature on multiple floors, in multiple resident's rooms, and in common areas. LPA also interviewed those respective residents regarding to the temperature in their rooms. They reported that the room temperature was comfortable and when the temperature got high, they knew about the warm weather protocols, such as requesting for a swamp cooler and/or going to the cooling areas like the auditorium. Below is a list of the rooms and common areas that LPA checked during the tour: - Room 1608 was at 72 degrees F. - Room 1606 was at 72 degrees F - Room 1004 was at 73 degrees F - Room 2303 was at 75 degrees F - Room 316 was at 73 degrees F - Room 314 was at 76 degrees F - Room 906 was at 70 degrees F - Rotunda Room's was at 76 degrees F - CA Suites was at 72 degrees F - Auditorium- was at 69 degrees F; the room has air condition but the facility added a portable air condition unit to ensure the temperature remains cool as the occupancy goes up. Furthermore, LPA interviewed the Executive Director who stated that the facility has sent memorandums and letters to the residents alerting them of a heat wave and reminding them of the facility's warm weather protocols. Regarding the expenses of installing the air conditioning unit, the Executive Director explained that when a resident puts in a request, the facility will pay for the bracket and the resident is responsible for the air conditioning unit. However, the facility will pay for the entire cost for the Assisted Living rooms that are facing the south side of the building as those rooms get hot and the residents require more assistance. Base on record review, observation and interviews during the course of investigation, this allegation is unsubstantiated. Although the above allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore the allegation is UNSUBSTANTIATED.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Sep 13, 2021 · control 14-AS-20210720143017
352 of 400 beds were occupied at the January 15, 2026 state visit — a count on that day, not an opening.
License holder
Sequoia Living, Inc., licensed since 1975.
Operates 3 licensed homes in California. Running more than one home is common and is neither good nor bad on its own.
- Tamalpais · Greenbrae
- The Sequoias-Portola Valley · Portola Valley
The state’s totals for this licenseSince 1975, as the state’s facility page counts them
- State visits on file
- 14
- Total complaints
- 3
- Substantiated allegations
- 0
- Type A citations
- 0
- Type B citations
- 0
These are the state’s own totals for this license since 1975, per CDSS records. The state counts them apart from the documents above, and they can differ from what those documents show; the documents say what each visit found. One complaint can contain several allegations.
Compare with homes the same size
| This home | Typical | |
|---|---|---|
| Type A citations | 0 | 0 |
| Type B citations | 0 | 1 |
| Substantiated allegations | 0 | 2 |
| Total complaints | 3 | 6 |
“Typical” is the statewide median for licensed homes this size. It does not adjust for years licensed, and older licenses have had more visits and reports. The median is across the 1,354 licensed larger communities (16+ beds) in the state record. The figures compared are the state’s totals, not the documents.
What the state’s words mean
CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗ · CDSS complaint outcomes ↗
An “unsubstantiated” complaint is not a finding of wrongdoing — it means the state investigated and could not confirm the allegation. Outcome words are the state’s own; we never grade, score, or color a record, and we publish no reviews — the state’s dated documents stand in their place.
Frequently asked questions
A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.
Quick answers about The Sequoias San Francisco
Is The Sequoias San Francisco licensed?
The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
How many residents is The Sequoias San Francisco licensed for?
400 residents — a large community, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
Has The Sequoias San Francisco been cited?
0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 1975, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. Those records count 14 state visits over the same years.
Is The Sequoias San Francisco still open?
This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.
What does The Sequoias San Francisco cost?
$5,357 a month to start — listed by the home on its own website · October 27, 2026.
The home lists this starting rate on its own website for garden courts studio starting fee, seen October 27, 2026.
Among 11 other homes of a similar licensed size in San Francisco that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $6,140 to $8,450 a month, and the middle figure is $7,200 (n = 11 other homes publishing a starting rate).
Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date between September and October 2026 — not an average of ours, and not a survey. Similar size means small and mid-size homes counted together, and large communities counted on their own, because they are different markets.
A home outside the band is not overcharging or underpricing: a starting rate covers different things in different homes, which is the first thing to ask about.
The price is made in the phone call. Nothing here is a quote, an offer or a discount.
A starting rate is the room and the base care. California homes commonly bill care levels, medication management, supplies, transport and a second person in the room as extras. Many also charge a one-time fee at move-in. Ask for that list in writing before anything is signed.
Only prices a home put out itself count here: its own website, a listing it supplied, or a price a listing site says the home confirmed. Prices a site shows without saying where they came from are left out.
Does The Sequoias San Francisco take Medi-Cal?
On Medi-Cal’s Assisted Living Waiver: this home is not on the DHCS participation list dated October 1, 2026. Ask the program about current options. The waiver pays for care services, not room and board.
Who holds the license?
The license is held by Sequoia Living, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. See the homes licensed to Sequoia Living, Inc. — at least 4 on the state roster.
Is there a hospital nearby?
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus is 0.3 miles away in a straight line, per the CDPH licensed-hospital list dated September 16, 2026. See licensed care homes near it.
Can The Sequoias San Francisco keep a resident on hospice?
Hospice care is approved on this license, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
The Sequoias San Francisco license and inspection record
- Name on the license: “SEQUOIAS SAN FRANCISCO (THE)”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
- License #380500593. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed for 400 residents — a large community, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- Licensed to Sequoia Living, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- First licensed in 1975, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 14 state inspection visits since 1975, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
- 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 1975, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. The same records count 14 state visits in that period.
- 3 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 1975, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026. One complaint can carry several allegations.
- The most recent state visit on file is August 17, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 26, 2026.
California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗
Nearby
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Starting rate
$8,695 a month to start
Listed by the home on its own website · October 27, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Starting rate
$4,335 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Map
Starting rate
$6,559 a month to start
Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Starting rate
$7,895 a month to start
Listed by the home on its own website · October 27, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Starting rate
$9,600 a month to start
Listed by the home on its own website · October 5, 2026On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Dementia: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
- Bedridden: on the state record
- Map
Estimated starting rate
$5,300 a month to start
Covelight estimate · likely $4,150–$6,750On the state record
- Wheelchair: on the state record
- Hospice: on the state record
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