The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in San Francisco, CA

We included Sagebrook Senior Living on our list for providing skilled, compassionate Naya caregivers and a team of registered nurses to care for its residents in a welcoming environment. The Alzheimer’s Association also recognizes it for incorporating evidence-based dementia care practice recommendations into numerous topic areas. These include its assessment and care planning process, assistance with daily living activities, person-centered care and managing behaviors and communication. The pet-friendly community offers a wide array of on-site amenities and services, including delicious meals, housekeeping and concierge services, on-site wellness services, extraordinary outings and family support programs.

Located in the heart of the Bay Area, we chose Coterie Cathedral Hill for our list because its staff receives training from Mayo Clinic Healthy Living experts in nutrition, wellness, physical fitness and overall healthy living. It also has an on-site medical center and emergency room to streamline treatment for various needs. Memory care residents benefit from the community’s partnership with CaringKind, a leading expert on Alzheimer's and dementia caregiving. They receive 24/7 nursing support as well as personalized care plans. Dedicated memory care floors and social engagement enhance safety and encourage stimulation.

The Village at Hayes Valley is a pet-friendly boutique senior community with homey assisted living and memory care apartments. The memory care community is separate, with coded locks on exits for security. Memory care residents have shared studio apartments with weekly housekeeping, laundry and linen services. They receive personalized care plans, including personal care, medication management and access to an attentive 24/7 care team. Daily activities include trivia to engage residents' minds and trigger memories and numerous music programs, such as sing-alongs, dancing and weekly entertainers. Staff members undergo regular monthly dementia care training, with various online and hands-on work skills training. The Village provides an on-site clinic, licensed nurses and visiting specialists.

Nestled within lushly landscaped grounds in a designated historical landmark, The Ivy at Golden Gate offers independent living, assisted living and personalized memory care to meet the needs of residents at varied levels. Evergreen at Ivy, its dedicated memory care neighborhood, supports residents through its EverYou program. Memory care residents may choose from private studios or comfortable companion suites, with all-day dining and weekly or biweekly housekeeping and laundry services. Residents lead enriched lifestyles with scheduled transportation, 24-hour personal care support, room service and a comprehensive range of amenities.

Buena Vista Manor House offers assisted living and memory care in a stress-free environment with panoramic views of San Francisco. Its qualified senior caregivers provide care and support 24/7, including housekeeping, therapeutic and nutrition services, medical care and daily activities. Memory care residents may choose from private or shared studio and one-bedroom apartments in a senior residential community that strives to provide quality care in a caring, secure environment. Other benefits include housekeeping services, nutritious chef-prepared meals, various group activities and nurse and companion services.

Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill in downtown San Francisco offers comprehensive assisted living and customized memory care, with engaging activities and nourishing meals. Its Enliven™ Memory Care program provides personalized care within a secure residential environment. This program focuses on five guiding principles: self-expression, movement, relationships, innovation and partnership. The Ivy Park staff works closely with memory-impaired residents to develop individualized programs. Residents also have access to numerous amenities, including a lounge and bistro, scheduled transportation, spa services, pet care and walking, concierge physician services and a full social and activity calendar.

Located in the Garden District in San Francisco’s Portola neighborhood, Portola Gardens offers assisted living and dementia care in a restored historical landmark featuring homelike living spaces. Its dedicated memory care community includes security features and it also offers an integrated program that allows individuals with dementia diagnoses to live in the general area. Memory care residents may choose from private or shared accommodations with private gardens and walking paths. Experienced caregivers provide personal assistance and activities to encourage engagement, while licensed nurses oversee care plans and monitor residents for changing needs. Besides compassionate care for residents, staff members provide support, education and tips to help families engage with loved ones as communication abilities change.

Located in Lower Pacific Heights, Rhoda Goldman Plaza made our list for its lower staff-to-patient ratio and memory care rooted in Validation Therapy. This therapy offers a practical way of working with residents that helps increase happiness, reduce stress and enhance dignity. Dedicated staff members closely monitor memory care residents, including hourly status checks throughout the day and night. Its brain health programs and events focus on education and fun. Residents live on a specialized memory care floor known as the Terrace, with an ideal combination of community, private and activities. Transportation for medical appointments and other trips is available seven days a week.

Providence Place was the first freestanding dementia community in San Francisco. We added the family-owned and operated community to our list because its staff receives specialized training with at least 40 hours of hands-on instruction and provides direct care to seniors with dementia or memory loss. Residents live on different floors based on their stage of disease, but all residents have a large variety of activities throughout the day. The community’s on-site chef creates home-cooked meals and snacks, catering to varied dietary needs. The staff speaks English, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Tagalog and Russian.

Located near Lake Merced, AlmaVia of San Francisco is a picturesque, pet-friendly community offering spacious apartments and numerous amenities. Assisted Living Magazine featured AlmaVia for being one of the best senior living communities in San Francisco, earning it a place on our list as well. Its memory care team members use evidence-based approaches to nurture residents living with dementia. These approaches include optimized communication techniques, environmental adaptations and life-enrichment programming adapted to the various stages of the disease. AlmaVia’s experienced staff is available 24/7 and encourages memory care residents to stay active and engaged through community events, movies and art classes.