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Kimochi HomeLicense #380504099 · Covelight Care
Covelight CareKimochi HomeLicense #380504099 · 1531 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA · (415) 922-9972Record printed from covelightcare.com — data as of the dates shown on each item.
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Starting rate$4,335/mo

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 · See costs

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Mid-size home · Licensed for 20 · San Francisco

Kimochi Home

1531 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94109 · Licensed since 1988

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Kimochi Home

Overview

Starting rate

$4,335 a month

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026 See costs

No openings reported

  • Approved by the state: WheelchairState licensing record · October 25, 2026
  • Languages spoken: English and JapaneseReported on Caring.com · September 9, 2026
  • Licensed for 20: a mid-size care homeThe state license record

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Care and support

  • Wheelchairup to 20 residents

Not on file: dementia, hospice and bedridden approvals.

Approved by the state · State licensing record · October 25, 2026. An approval may cover specific rooms or residents; it does not establish an opening.

Read the state’s own wording
AGE RANGE 60 YEARS AND OVER. 20 NON AMBULATORY RESIDENTS.

935 - ELDERLY

CDSS record, verbatim · October 25, 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.

  • Respite / short-term stays

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated February 17, 2026.

  • Help with bathing or showering

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated February 17, 2026.

  • Diabetes care

    Reported on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Help with dressing and grooming

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated February 17, 2026.

  • Activities of daily living the home lists help withBathing · Dressing · Taking medications

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated February 17, 2026.

  • 24-hour supervision claimed

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated February 17, 2026.

  • Companion care

    Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

As needs change

  • Medicines

    Level of medication service: assistance with self administration

    kimochi-inc.org · February 17, 2026

We’ll ask for you. Not on file for Kimochi Home: two-person transfers or a lift, who is awake overnight, staying through hospice and care if memory loss develops. When we check availability, we ask about these too.

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What it costs here

This home’s starting rate

$4,335a month to start

Listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026

Costs & moving in

  • How care costs are added to the rentAll inclusive

    Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Lowest monthly rate stated$4,335/moAssisted Living

    Reported on Seniorly · source dated July 24, 2026.

  • Payment methodsCheck · Credit card

    Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Monthly cost breakdownWith a shared room and basic help · room, care and fees$4,335likely a month
Room
Daily care
Sharing the room

Memory care is not priced here: a dementia-care designation is not on file for this home. Ask the home.

  • Starting monthly rate$4,335this home

    The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living, seen September 9, 2026.

  • Help with daily careIncludedper the home

    The home lists its rent as all-inclusive on Caring.com, seen September 9, 2026. Ask which care needs would change the monthly rate.

  • 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 $4,335
$4,335
First monthWith a one-time move-in fee · likely $4,335–$8,335
$6,835
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.
If the money runs out, what Medi-Cal covers
Rates at nearby homes10 nearby homes publish starting rates of $4,000 to $6,500

$4,000$6,500

This homeA nearby home’s published starting rate

10 homes like this within 5 miles publish starting rates mostly between $4,000–$5,500.

  • Autumn GlowSan Francisco · 0.7 mi · Mid-size home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living one bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Julie's Care HomeSan Francisco · 2.5 mi · Mid-size home
    $5,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Sunset GardensSan Francisco · 3.6 mi · Mid-size home
    $6,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Merced Girard Residential Care FacilitySan Francisco · 4.0 mi · Mid-size home
    $4,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Gonzales HomeSan Francisco · 4.1 mi · Small home
    $5,500Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Cayco's Care HomeSan Francisco · 4.4 mi · Small home
    $4,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Quality Care Homes, LLC 2San Francisco · 4.4 mi · Small home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Sutro HeightsSan Francisco · 4.4 mi · Mid-size home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · seen September 9, 2026
  • Janet's Residential Facility for the ElderlySan Francisco · 4.8 mi · Mid-size home
    $5,000Listed on Seniorly · assisted living shared bedroom · seen September 9, 2026
  • Guirola Resident CareSan Francisco · 4.8 mi · Small home
    $4,095Listed on Seniorly · assisted living studio · seen September 9, 2026
How this estimate worksWhere this price comes from

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living, seen September 9, 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.

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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 (6)Private rooms · Common areas · Shared / companion rooms
  • Private rooms

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated February 17, 2026.

  • Common areasIndoor Common Areas

    Reported on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Shared / companion rooms

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated February 17, 2026.

  • LaundryDone by staff

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated February 17, 2026.

  • Room typesSingle rooms · Shared rooms · Single · Shared · Semi-Private

    Single rooms · Shared rooms · Single · Shared — reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated February 17, 2026.

    Semi-Private — reported on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Housekeeping

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated February 17, 2026.

Meals, preferences & familiar food (4)Meals are cooked in the home's own kitchen · Cultural cuisine regularly served · Meals provided per day
  • Meals are cooked in the home's own kitchen

    Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Cultural cuisine regularly servedJapanese style

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated February 17, 2026.

  • Meals provided per day3

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated February 17, 2026.

  • Meals provided

    Reported on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Activities & the rhythm of a day (2)Activity types offered · Religious services off site
  • Activity types offeredSocial activities · Recreational activities · Social · Recreational · Activities On-site

    Social activities · Recreational activities · Social · Recreational — reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated February 17, 2026.

    Activities On-site — reported on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Religious services off site

    Reported on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Faith, culture & language (2)Cultural community the home serves · Languages spoken by caregivers
  • Cultural community the home servesJapanese · Japanese-speaking seniors · Japanese American seniors

    Japanese — reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated March 26, 2026.

    Japanese-speaking seniors · Japanese American seniors — reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated December 5, 2025.

  • Languages spoken by caregiversEnglish · Japanese

    Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

Pets, routines & independence (1)Visiting hours
  • Visiting hoursBy arrangement

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated February 17, 2026.

Visiting & staying involved (5)Transportation costs extra · Office or phone hours as published · Neighborhood or area named
  • Transportation costs extraReported no

    Reported on AssistedLiving.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Office or phone hours as publishedMonday to Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated July 14, 2026.

  • Neighborhood or area namedSan Francisco's historic Japantown neighborhood

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated March 26, 2026.

  • Transport for group outings

    Reported on Caring.com · seen September 9, 2026.

  • Contact form

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated July 14, 2026.

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About the home (2)Brand or trade name · For-profit or nonprofit
  • Brand or trade nameKimochi, Inc.

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated March 26, 2026.

  • For-profit or nonprofitNonprofit

    Reported on kimochi-inc.org · source dated March 26, 2026.

Where it is

1531 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94109Address from the public record · October 25, 2026. Confirm the entrance with the home before visiting.

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  1. 1California 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).

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The 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 25, 2026 · License #380504099 · See the state’s own record ↗

The last 36 months — 4 of 6 documents

20261 state visit · 1 document

May 11, 2026Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 5/11/2026, LPA Grace Donato conducted an unannounced annual insprection and met with Director of Residential Services, Linda Ishii and explained the purpose of the visit. The facility currently provides care for 17 residents some of which with a diagnosis of dementia. 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 throughout the facility were found to be charged. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were present. Emergency disaster plan is reviewed and completed. Disaster drills are conducted on a quarterly basis and documented. There was a sufficient supply of both perishable and nonperishable foods. There was a supply of hygiene products and paper products available for residents. Resident's bedroom have lighting & appropriate furnishings and bedding items. Restrooms for resident use were equipped with non-slip mats, grab bars and kept in good condition. There is a large outdoor patio equipped with appropriate shading for resident use. Medications are stored in staff office and found to be in a locked metal cabinet. Upon spot review of medications, LPA found that the facility has centrally store medication records updated and in order. LPA conducted a sample file review for residents and found all items to be current. No deficiencies cited today. Report is reviewed and copy is provided.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 11, 2026

20251 state visit · 1 document

May 30, 2025Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 5/30/2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tobola conducted an unannounced Annual Required – 1 yr. inspection for this facility and was greeted by Executive Director, Linda Ishii. The facility currently provides care for 14 residents some of which with a diagnosis of dementia. 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 throughout the facility were found to be charged. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were present. Emergency disaster plan is reviewed and completed. Disaster drills are conducted on a quarterly basis and documented. There was a sufficient supply of both perishable and nonperishable foods as required by Title 22 Regulations, with food stored in the kitchen refrigerator found to have appropriate coverings, enough for residents in care. There was a supply of hygiene products and paper products available for residents. Resident's bedroom have lighting & appropriate furnishings and bedding items. Restrooms for resident use were equipped with non-slip mats, grab bars and kept in good condition. There is a large outdoor patio equipped with appropriate shading for resident use. Medications are stored in staff office and found to be secured. Upon spot review of medications, LPA found that the facility has centrally store medication records updated and in order. LPA conducted a sample file review for residents and found all items to be current. Upon a sample review of staff files LPA found that all caregiver staff have current 1st aid and CPR certification and health screening on file. The facility is also on track for completing staff annual training. LPA requested the following documents be sent to CCL by COB 6/13/2025: LIC 308 Designated Facility Responsibility LIC 500 Personnel Summary LIC 610 Emergency Disaster Plan No deficiencies citedthe state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, May 30, 2025

20242 state visits · 2 documents

Aug 20, 2024Facility evaluation reportCase Management - IncidentReport on file

Type of visit: Case Management - Incident

On 8/20/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Tobola arrived unannounced for the purpose of conducting a case management, following up on facility incident report. An incident occurring on 8/17/2024 involving resident (R1) leaving the facility unassisted. LPA toured the facility and interviewed Director of Residential Services, Linda Ishii. Based on interview, R1 had not previously demonstrated this behavior or desire to leave the facility site. The facility contacted appropriate parties including local police department and R1's POA and submitted an incident report to CLLD. R1 had been located at the local medical center in close proximity to the facility. R1 was assessed and found no signs of injury or changes of condition and safely returned. Based upon a review of R1's records, it was found that R1 is cleared by their physician to leave the facility unassisted and does not have a diagnosis of dementia. LPA and Administrator discussed several items following the incident, including supervision and reassessments for R1, in order to prevent further incidents from occurring. Facility to provide LPA with copies of R1's updated records once completed. In addition, LPA and Director of Residential Services discussed request for Fire Clearance Inspection. LPA was provided request documentation. Facility to provide updated facility sketch prior to LPA submitting inspection request to local fire department. No deficiencies cited during today's visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Aug 20, 2024
Jul 31, 2024Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On July 31, 2024, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) John Calandra arrived at the facility at 9:40 AM to complete the Annual 1-year required inspection. LPA Calandra was greeted by Sandy Ishii, Adult Day Care Program Coordinator and explained the purpose of the visit. Linda Ishii, Administrator arrived later during the visit. LPA Calandra toured the physical plant. This is a 2-story building with 14 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a kitchen, dining room, lounge, garden, foyer, staff offices, and recreation room. All bedrooms had the required furniture and sufficient lighting. The facility's thermostat was set at a comfortable temperature of 72.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot water temperature was measured at 114.8 degrees Fahrenheit within the required range. The facility had the required 7 days of non-perishables and 2 days of perishables on hand. No food was expired. The facility's fire extinguishers were last inspected on January 28, 2024 and all were observed to be fully charged. The facility's smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors were observed to be in working order. All soaps, detergents, and poisons were observed to be locked and in-accessible to persons in care. Knives, and other sharp objects were accessible to persons in care but locked in the presence of the LPA. This facility does not handle cash resources for clients. LPA Calandra reviewed Centrally Stored Medications Records(CSMR). A review of Centrally stored medications 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 client records and 5 staff records. All client records were observed to be missing the Annual Needs and Services Plan. All staff files were observed to be complete. A Type B violation was provided for not having Annual Needs and Services Plans for R1, R2, R3, R4, and R5. A Technical violation was also provided for not ensuring Appraisals are conducted for Dementia patients on an ongoing basis. LPA Calandra requested the following documents be sent to the Department: -Current Liability Insurance -Transportation Procedures Deficiencies are cited under California Code of Regulations, Title 22, cited on the LIC 809-D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. An exit interview was conducted. This report was reviewed with Linda Ishii, Administrator and a copy of the report left at the facility along with Appeal rights.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jul 31, 2024
Earlier years2022 to 2023 · 2 documents

20231 state visit · 1 document

Jun 13, 2023Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

On 6/13/2023, Licensing Program Analyst(LPA) Murial Han conducted an unannounced annual inspection. LPA met with administrator and explained the purpose of the visit. Administrator provided a tour of the facility and LPA observed the facility to be cleaned, tidy and in good repair. On the ground level, there are common areas, kitchen, offices, medication room, living room, activity room and 2 bathrooms. On the 2nd floor, there are 14 bed rooms (some shared and some privates), 2 shower/bathrooms, 1 bathroom, electrical room, supply storage room, etc. Bedrooms were equipped with the required furniture for residents to use. Bathrooms/shower rooms are equipped with grab bars, and nonskid mats. Facility temperature is comfortable. Hot water temperature was measured at 106- 112 degrees F. Facility is equipped with smoke (in every room) and carbon monoxide detectors. Fire extinguishers were last serviced on 1/23/2023, and 1/17/2023. During the facility tour, LPA observed the kitchen door was open with no staff present and the sharps cabinets were not locked. LPA observed medication cabinets were locked and inaccessible to residents. LPA conducted staff and resident interviews and file reviews. 4 resident records were reviewed and observed to have medical assessments signed by a medical professional, completed pre-admission appraisals, completed admission agreements , and LIC602 reports. 3 staff files were reviewed and appeared complete. Staff members at the facility were fingerprint cleared and associated to the facility. Centrally stored medication process were reviewed. In reviewing facility disaster process, LPA observed facility failed to complete the fire/emergency drills as required. Based on observation, deficiency is cited under California Code of Regulations, Title, 22 cited on the LIC 809D. Failure to correct the deficiencies may result in civil penalties. This report is reviewed and discussed. A copy of this report and Appeal Rights will be provided due to technically difficulties.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 13, 2023

20221 state visit · 1 document

Jun 27, 2022Facility evaluation reportRoutine visitReport on file

Type of visit: Required - 1 Year

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Murial Han and Chief Deputy Director, Claire Ramsey conducted an unannounced annual required inspection. LPA met with staff, Sandy Ishii. At 9:30 am LPA and Chief Deputy Director arrived at the facility and were greeted by staff. LPA observed COVID-19 signs posted at the facility entrance. LPA and Chief Deputy Director were properly screened and toured the facility beginning in the front entrance where COVID-19 signs are posted. The water fountains on the 1st and the 2nd floor are block off by blue tapes with a sign stating, " Do not use; out of order" to ensure no one is using them. The dinning room has 4 long tables and the chairs that are spaced to promote social distancing. COVID-19 Infection Control signs are posted throughout the facility both in English and Japanese. There are signs in the elevator for social distancing and reminder no more than 2 people at the same time. There were residents watching TV on the 1st floor with social distancing and some were wearing face covering. The sofas on the 2nd floor Activity Room are marked with blue tapes to ensure social distancing is maintained. Hand washing stations were equipped with paper supplies and soaps and hand hygiene signs are posted around the faucets. The garbage cans are observed to be closed lids. The facility has designated an isolation room on the 2nd floor with an isolation cart set-up. PPE supplies are stored in the isolation cart on the 2nd floor, by the front entrance and in the staff break room. The bed rooms were observed to be furnished per Title 22 regulations. Beds were spaced at least 6 feet apart. Medications are stored appropriately and inaccessible to resident, a comfortable temperature is maintained, lighting is sufficient for comfort and safety, food supply was checked and observed to be sufficient. First-aid kit is inspected and complete. During today's inspection, LPA and Chief Deputy Director reviewed facility's daily COVID-19 screening logs for residents, staff and visitors. The facility will submit the following documents by 6/28/2022: LIC309, LIC308, LIC400, Administrator Certification, and LIC610E No deficiency was cited today. This report was discussed and reviewed with staff. A copy was provided during visit.the state’s words, verbatim · CDSS document, Jun 27, 2022

License holder

Kimochi, Inc., licensed since 1988.

The state’s totals for this licenseSince 1988, as the state’s facility page counts them
State visits on file
6
Total complaints
0
Substantiated allegations
0
Type A citations
0
Type B citations
0

These are the state’s own totals for this license since 1988, 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 homeTypical
Type A citations00
Type B citations01
Substantiated allegations02
Total complaints06

“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
Routine visita visit the state records as “Required” — a scheduled visit, not one made in answer to a complaintSubstantiatedthe state found the allegation more likely true than notUnsubstantiatedthere was not enough evidence to prove a violation occurred — not a finding of wrongdoingUnfoundedthe evidence showed the allegation was false, could not have happened, or had no reasonable basisType A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

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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.

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Frequently asked questions

A citation does not make a home unsafe, and an empty file does not make a home good.

Quick answers about Kimochi Home

Is Kimochi Home licensed?

The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.

How many residents is Kimochi Home licensed for?

20 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.

Has Kimochi Home been cited?

0 Type A and 0 Type B citations since 1988, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026. Those records count 6 state visits over the same years.

Is Kimochi Home still open?

This license was on the CDSS roster as of November 11, 2026.

What does Kimochi Home cost?

$4,335 a month to start — listed by the home on Seniorly · September 9, 2026.

The home lists this starting rate on Seniorly for assisted living, seen September 9, 2026.

Among 11 other homes of a similar licensed size in San Francisco that publish a starting rate, the middle half runs $4,196 to $5,500 a month, and the middle figure is $5,000 (n = 11 other homes publishing a starting rate).

Each of those is a home’s own published figure, gathered on its own date in September 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 Kimochi Home 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 Kimochi, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026. See the homes licensed to Kimochi Inc. — at least 2 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 Kimochi Home keep a resident on hospice?

Not on file — the state’s record does not list hospice care on this license. Ask: “Can a resident stay here on hospice, and under what conditions?”

Kimochi Home license and inspection record

  • Name on the license: “KIMOCHI HOME”, per the CDSS roster as of May 25, 2025.
  • License #380504099. The state lists this license as “Licensed,” per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.
  • Licensed for 20 residents — a mid-size home, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.
  • Licensed to Kimochi, Inc., per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.
  • First licensed in 1988, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.
  • 6 state inspection visits since 1988, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.
  • 0 Type A and 0 Type B citations on file since 1988, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026. The same records count 6 state visits in that period.
  • 0 complaints and 0 substantiated allegations on file since 1988, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.
  • The most recent state visit on file is May 11, 2026, per CDSS records as of October 25, 2026.
Type A citationa violation that poses an immediate risk to health, safety or personal rights if it is not correctedType B citationa violation that could become a risk if not corrected, or one involving records, resources or required services

California writes these definitions for every licensed home, not for this one. CDSS citation definitions (PDF) ↗

See the state’s own record

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