megan smith
Nov 2024
Staff go out of their way to make sure residents and guests feel welcomed! I have been to three of their locations and all of them have blown me away!!
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 400
- Medicare rating
- 4 of 5
- Ownership
- Non profit, Corporation
- Certified beds
- 50
- Inspections
- View history (41 citations)
- Licensed operator
- Sequoia Living, Inc.
- Contract type
- Life Care contracts with fees fixed by care level
- Financial safety net
- Foundation may cover fees if assets run out
- Pet policy
- Dogs and cats allowed within weight limits
- Guest policy
- Overnight guests allowed up to 14 days
- Inclusivity
- Explicitly marketed as LGBTQ+-inclusive community
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Families describe The Sequoias San Francisco as a warm, well-run continuing care community where staff are attentive and residents enjoy a rich calendar of cultural and social activities. Reviewers highlight the smooth move-in process, professional care, and quality of food and amenities, with one reviewer noting the Life Care fee structure. No published pricing is available, and one reviewer flagged that cost may be a limiting factor for some families.
The Good
- Staff described as professional, caring, and welcoming
- Full continuum of care allows aging in place
- Rich activity calendar: concerts, classes, excursions
- Praised support and communication during pandemic
- Smooth, supportive move-in process highlighted by families
- Delicious, healthy dining noted by residents
The Bad
- One reviewer noted cost may be a barrier depending on budget
- No published pricing available for comparison
- Guest parking can fill up around lunch time
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
The Sequoias San Francisco is a senior living community in San Francisco, California offering Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Professional Chef, Restaurant style Dining Room and Outdoor Patio. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 13 reviews.
About The Sequoias San Francisco
The Sequoias San Francisco is a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) offering assisted living and other levels of care in San Francisco, California. As a Life Plan community, it serves residents who wish to age in place with access to independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services within one community.
The community features light-filled apartments across a seven-story atrium courtyard with five distinct gardens. Residents enjoy chef-prepared meals with vegetarian and vegan options, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, and utilities included in their monthly fee. The community offers an on-site clinic and wellness activities to support residents' health and independence.
Engagement opportunities include sewing, gardening, art studio classes, Tai chi, creative writing, musical recitals, and art history classes. Residents regularly attend performances at venues such as the SF Jazz Center, Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco Opera, and SF Ballet. The community encourages volunteer opportunities and social connections among residents.
Located in San Francisco, The Sequoias provides direct access to the city's cultural institutions, including SFMOMA, the de Young Museum, Legion of Honor, Contemporary Jewish Museum, and Asian Art Museum. The neighborhood offers nearby shopping and dining at Fillmore in Pacific Heights, as well as practical amenities including Walgreens, Safeway, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and local services. Residents can also access outdoor recreation at Golden Gate Park, the waterfront, and Point Reyes National Seashore.
Dogs and cats are allowed within weight limits, and other small pets that do not pose danger to residents and staff may be accepted upon request. The community welcomes overnight guests for up to 14 days without prior approval and maintains guest rooms available for a nominal fee.
The Sequoias is explicitly marketed as an LGBTQ+-inclusive senior living community, welcoming all residents to experience cosmopolitan living in the heart of San Francisco.
Types of Care at The Sequoias San Francisco
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Cable or Satellite TV
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Professional Chef
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Chapel / Religious Services
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
- Outdoor Patio
- Salon / Barber
Activities
- Arts and Crafts
- Birthday / Holiday Parties
- Day Trips and Outings
- Gardening Club
- Live Performances
- Religious Services
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of The Sequoias San Francisco
4.5overall · 13 ratings combined
4.5★ on Google (13)
Marc Lee
May 2024
Administration and staff are professionals at tending to the needs of the geriatric population - impressed with their care and keen ability to balance safety, comfort and autonomy while upholding the dignity of each resident. Definitely worth a look if it's in your loved one's budget!
Rachel Benson
Jan 2024
Moving my father to an apartment at The Sequoias in San Francisco was the best decision we've ever made for my father, and for our whole family. Up until November 2023, my 91 year old father had been living independently, but fairly isolated, in an apartment in downtown San Francisco. After a series of heart-health related issues, we eventually convinced my father that it was time to move into a senior community where he would not only be able to get care as and when needed, but would also have a community of people his age around him. We found The Sequoias through an online search only to realize later that everyone we talked to heard wonderful things about the place. From the moment we walked through the doors on our first tour, my father (and I) were treated like we already belonged. Sandor Ceballos, our sales-associate, was so kind, thoughtful, patient, and truly met my dad where he was at in the process as he deliberated on a big move like this. Sandor made sure that my dad had every opportunity to experience the community and helped to guide us through the process to become a resident and make the move. We felt so incredibly supported and understood through it all! Now that my dad is moved, settled, and an official resident at The Sequoias, he could not be happier. I receive daily calls from him telling me about the wonderful food, the great entertainment provided and, above all, the incredibly friendly and welcoming residents and staff. He told me that moving to The Sequoias has given him a quality of life he hasn't had in a long time. And when my family and I have joined my dad for dinners or lunches at The Sequoias, we can see everything he's talking about. From the well-kept, beautifully aesthetic facilities, the opportunities for personal enrichment and entertainment, the outings provided, the care and attention of the staff, the friendly and welcoming residents, the delicious, healthy food, and the wonderful apartment my dad now lives in, we feel so incredibly grateful that we found The Sequoias and how it's embraced my father becoming a part of the community.
Lois Moss
Oct 2021
My mother-in-law and her sister have been residents for about 3 years and it has been a great experience. The staff is professional and caring. We were especially thankful for the extra precautions and communications with family members during the worst months of the pandemic. The director, Glen Goddard, leads a wonderful staff and we are thankful for his professionalism and expertise.
Roy Hashimoto
Dec 2015
The Sequoias is a CCRC offering independent living, assisted living, nursing care, and memory care. The Sequoias offers Life Care contracts, in which monthly fees do not increase with the level of care required (though there still are annual adjustments), and residents who outlive their assets may have their fees assumed by a foundation. The Sequoias has two separate guest parking areas accessible from Geary and from Post. Visitors must check in with their vehicle information at the main entrance. Parking does fill up around lunch time, especially on the weekends. The surrounding neighborhood also has free street parking (2 hour), metered parking, and the Japan Center garage is within walking distance. The staff at The Sequoias is very friendly and helpful. They have a busy calendar of events (e.g. concerts and speakers), activities (e.g. clubs and classes), and excursions (e.g. shopping and cultural).
Government Inspection History
3 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).
Feb 17, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard13 citations
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 20, 2026
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 20, 2026
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 Mar 20, 2026
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 20, 2026
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 20, 2026
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 20, 2026
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 16, 2026
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2026
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2026
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2026
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 16, 2026
Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 16, 2026
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 16, 2026
Nov 22, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard11 citations
Use approved construction type or materials.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 31, 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 Dec 31, 2024
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 13, 2025
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 13, 2025
May 12, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard17 citations
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 8, 2023
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 8, 2023
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 8, 2023
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 Jul 10, 2023
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 8, 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 Jul 10, 2023
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 8, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jul 10, 2023
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 10, 2023
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 10, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 10, 2023
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 8, 2023
Use approved construction type or materials.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 8, 2023
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 8, 2023
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 8, 2023
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 8, 2023
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 10, 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 The Sequoias San Francisco offer?
The Sequoias San Francisco offers Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is The Sequoias San Francisco located?
The Sequoias San Francisco is located at 1400 Geary Blvd in San Francisco, California.
What do families say about The Sequoias San Francisco?
Families describe The Sequoias San Francisco as a warm, well-run continuing care community where staff are attentive and residents enjoy a rich calendar of cultural and social activities. Reviewers highlight the smooth move-in process, professional care, and quality of food and amenities, with one reviewer noting the Life Care fee structure. No published pricing is available, and one reviewer flagged that cost may be a limiting factor for some families.
How did The Sequoias San Francisco do on recent health and safety inspections?
The Sequoias San Francisco had 3 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.
How can families visit The Sequoias San Francisco?
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