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Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

1575 7th Avenue

4.4(72 ratings)· San Francisco average: 4.1

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Quick Facts

Total units
68
Medicare rating
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
68
Dining flexibility
Choice of group dining or in-room dining

What Families Think

Families visiting Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in San Francisco frequently praise the cleanliness, friendly staff, and attentive care their loved ones receive during rehabilitation stays. Reviewers note a welcoming atmosphere with residents engaged in social activities, and several recommend it specifically for rehab before returning home.

The Good

  • Reviewers consistently describe the facility as clean and well-maintained
  • Staff described as friendly, professional, and helpful
  • Residents seen socializing and engaging in recreation activities
  • Food described as decent by residents
  • Recommended by families for rehabilitation before going home
  • Offers physical, occupational, and speech therapy programs

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a senior living community in San Francisco, California offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 72 reviews.

About Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in San Francisco, California, offering comprehensive rehabilitation programs including physical, occupational, and speech therapies to support resident recovery.

The center organizes a variety of daily activities and programs designed to accommodate the diverse needs of residents. Recreation offerings include arts and crafts activities such as coloring and holiday-themed programs. The facility recognizes that rest, relaxation, and maintaining healthy psychosocial well-being are important aspects of the recovery process.

Dining at Lawton accommodates individual needs and preferences, with menus tailored to specific dietary restrictions and requirements. Residents may choose between group dining or in-room dining options depending on their preference.

Types of Care at Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room
  • Room Service

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

4.4overall · 72 ratings combined

4.4★ on Google (72)

Yates Watson

Jun 2026

via Google

Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in San Francisco is one of the best skilled nursing facilities I have visited. Every time I come to Lawton, I am greeted with a warm and welcoming smile. The facility is consistently clean, well-maintained, and inviting. I often see residents enjoying activities and socializing together in the recreation room, which creates a positive and engaging atmosphere. If you are considering a skilled nursing facility for yourself or a loved one, I encourage you to stop by for a tour. I am confident you will be impressed.

Patricia Apodaca

Jun 2026

via Google

The staff was friendly and very helpful in answering any questions I had. I had a very nice visit. Parking could have been more accommodating I had to park on the busy street.

Susan Tom

Apr 2026

via Google

Staff at Lawton Skilled Nursing Facility are professional, friendly and eager to help when loved ones are advocated for. One just needs to ask! Our family highly recommends Lawton for rehabilitation before going home.

Maria Timpson

Mar 2026

via Google

First time visiting Lawton. I was very impressed with the cleanliness and attentiveness of the staff I was there visiting my brother-in-law and he was very happy there. He said the food was pretty decent!

Cheri Forstein

Jan 2026

via Google

I had an excellent visit with my mother at Lawton skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility I know she is well taken care of there I have no worries. Plus the staff was so helpful to me signing in.

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Government Inspection History

4 inspection visits in the last three years, 41 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Apr 17, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard9 citations
  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026

  • PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2026

  • Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Meet other general requirements that are deficient.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

    Severity B of L: potential for minimal harm, patternDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction

Nov 1, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard8 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Nov 28, 2024

  • Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 28, 2024

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 28, 2024

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 22, 2024

  • Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 30, 2024

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 28, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 28, 2024

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 22, 2024

Aug 18, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 26, 2023

Mar 24, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard23 citations
  • Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 17, 2023

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 17, 2023

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 17, 2023

  • Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 27, 2023

  • Keep all essential equipment working safely.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 27, 2023

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 27, 2023

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 27, 2023

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 27, 2023

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 27, 2023

  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 27, 2023

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 17, 2023

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 17, 2023

  • Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 17, 2023

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 17, 2023

  • Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 17, 2023

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 27, 2023

  • Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 27, 2023

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 27, 2023

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 17, 2023

  • Provide primary/alternate means for communication.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 17, 2023

  • Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 17, 2023

  • Use approved construction type or materials.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 17, 2023

  • Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 27, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center offer?

Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center located?

Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is located at 1575 7th Avenue in San Francisco, California.

What do families say about Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?

Families visiting Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in San Francisco frequently praise the cleanliness, friendly staff, and attentive care their loved ones receive during rehabilitation stays. Reviewers note a welcoming atmosphere with residents engaged in social activities, and several recommend it specifically for rehab before returning home.

How did Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

Lawton Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 41 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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