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Luxury Assisted Living in San Francisco & The Bay Area: The 2024 List

Check out Seniorly's top picks for luxury assisted living in San Francisco & the Bay area.

By Haley Burress Updated on Dec 11, 2023
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For adults who love the northern California scene, retiring in San Francisco can keep them plugged into everything the area has to offer. While the cost of living might be high, the draw of living in this vibrant and culturally diverse city often outweighs the potential financial implications. For those seeking additional support in a high-end setting, luxury assisted living in San Francisco certainly meets the standard with multiple luxury senior living communities scattered throughout the city.

Retiring in San Francisco

San Francisco is often on “best places to retire” lists, and for good reason. The city gives adults easy access to public transportation, entertainment, shopping, and dining. In addition, residents of San Francisco can easily access nature, which increases its retirement city value. Retirees also benefit from easy access to outstanding healthcare and universities. Financially, California is considered moderately retirement-friendly, as it doesn’t tax Social Security income but does tax withdrawals from retirement funds.

The Best Assisted Living in San Francisco

Assisted living communities offer around-the-clock caregiver assistance, which can keep residents feeling safe, healthy, and comfortable. Personalized support changes as the resident does, giving family members peace of mind that their loved one will receive the assistance they need. However, not all assisted living communities offer an upscale experience. Here are luxury assisted living communities in San Francisco and the surrounding areas to add to your tour list.

Coterie Cathedral Hill

It's still our top pick in 2024, and for good reason. Tucked in the heart of the Bay Area, Coterie Cathedral Hills offers luxury senior living, complete with upscale finishes, beautiful communal spaces, and exceptional amenities. The community provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services, all tailored to the needs and preferences of the adults they serve.

Residents at Coterie Cathedral Hill enjoy amenities like a rooftop patio, heated swimming pool, well-appointed movie theater, and spacious homes. Meet with friends for morning coffee on the terrace, choose a novel from the light and bright library, or take a class in the onsite yoga studio. While it's not inexpensive, you’ll get concierge-level service and a lifestyle that both accommodates and celebrates you!

Enso Village

 

A Life Plan Community, Enso Village will provide multiple senior living solutions on its campus: independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The new community comes with a unique outlook in senior living based on zen-inspired daily life.

Residents at Enso Village can enjoy access to amenities including 2 miles of tranquil walking paths, a yoga room, an acupuncture studio, and a meditation hall. In addition, services include exceptional dining throughout multiple onsite restaurants, and opportunities to connect with neighbors through empowering events and programs.

Pacifica Senior Living Santa Rosa

Located just north of San Francisco, Pacifica Senior Living Santa Rosa is just close enough to the action for residents to enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment. The community provides multiple senior living solutions: independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care.

Amenities at Pacifica Senior Living Santa Rosa include newspaper delivery, pet-friendly apartments, outdoor grill and patio, and onsite parking. In addition, residents can enjoy full-table service and freshly prepared cuisine while dining with their neighbors.

MorningStar of Berkeley

Located near downtown Berkeley, MorningStar residents enjoy being close to everything the area has to offer. MorningStar of Berkeley specializes in assisted living and memory care services.

Residents of MorningStar enjoy access to amenities like shared outdoor spaces, a fitness center, a club room, and a sky terrace. The community also features robust life enrichment programming with events, activities, and excursions designed to enhance quality of life and connections between neighbors.

Bellara Senior Living

Located just east of San Francisco and in the heart of the Bay, Bellara Senior Living offers an unbeatable location and exceptional hospitality. The community provides multiple senior living solutions: independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

Residents at the brand-new Bellara Senior Living community enjoy access to amenities like a fitness center, outdoor courtyard, and many shared spaces throughout the building. In addition, residents enjoy outstanding dining through multiple venues on campus, transportation services, linen and laundry services, and social programs offered throughout the day.

Aegis Living San Rafael

Slated to open in 2025, Aegis Living will be located in downtown San Rafael. This senior living community will provide various services, including light assisted living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care.

Residents at Aegis Living will enjoy amenities that include a fitness center, movie theater, and massage room. In addition, the community plans to be pet-friendly. Residents will also have access to onsite therapy services.

The Lodge at Piner Road

Located in Santa Rosa, The Lodge at Piner Road provides assisted living and memory care services to residents. The community boasts an active event calendar as well as exceptional and high-end finishes in resident homes.

Amenities at The Lodge at Piner Road include a grand fireplace, a personal whirlpool room, shared indoor and outdoor spaces, and an outdoor deck. In addition, residents can enjoy chef-prepared meals in the community dining room.  

Sagebrook Senior Living at San Francisco

Located in an unrivaled location in the heart of downtown San Francisco, Sagebrook Senior Living gives residents the chance to live in the middle of all the action. The community specializes in assisted living and memory care services, with support customized to the individual needs of the adults who live there.

Residents at Sagebrook can enjoy everything San Francisco has to offer right outside the community’s door, but staying at the community is just as exciting thanks to luxury amenities like beautiful outdoor patios and walking paths, light-filled common spaces, and chef-prepared dining. Enjoy signature programs like 360Well, an integrated wellness program, or EngageVR®, virtual reality programming designed for older adults.

The Carlisle

Located at the top of Cathedral Hill, The Carlisle provides a uniquely intimate high-rise senior living experience that feels more like a friendly boutique hotel where everyone knows your name. The community provides a full continuum of care – independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing care.

Residents enjoy living in a walkable and vibrant neighborhood that is close to plenty of San Francisco’s best shopping, dining, and entertainment. At the community, residents can take advantage of amenities and services that include rooftop gardens and terrace, underground parking, art studio, and fitness gym.

Rhoda Goldman Plaza

Located in Lower Pacific Heights, with minimal San Francisco hills to climb, Rhoda Goldman Plaza gives residents access to a walkable, vibrant neighborhood. Providing personalized assisted living and memory care services, this luxury senior living community is focused on providing an exceptional experience – with tailored support – to residents.

At Rhoda Goldman Plaza, residents take advantage of services and amenities like chef-prepared cuisine, weekly wellness clinic, fitness center, and local transportation. The community is built on Jewish principles but welcomes people of all faith backgrounds. 

The Village at Hayes Valley

A modern, luxury senior living community in the Western Addition District, The Village at Hayes Valley provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services in a great location. The community prides itself on having an eye for detail, personalizing daily life to meet the preferences and abilities of the residents who live there.Residents at The Village enjoy being minutes away from shopping, dining, and entertainment as well as access to amenities and services that include a lush courtyard and picnic area, restaurant-style dining, and daily fitness classes. This community is also pet-friendly.

The Sequoias

A continuing care retirement community that offers stunning views and fascinating neighbors, The Sequoias offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and healthcare services. Residents are close to shopping, dining, entertainment, and cultural opportunities right in their neighborhood thanks to this community’s ideal location.

Residents at The Sequoias have access to the community’s shared outdoor spaces including a show stopping seven-story atrium courtyard, 5 gardens, and rooftop deck. Enjoy onsite amenities like the gift shop, woodworking shop, beauty salon, local transportation, and wellness services.

Vi at Palo Alto

Tucked in the heart of Silicon Valley, Vi at Palo Alto looks and feels just like a five-star luxury hotel. This senior living community provides a resort-like setting and a full continuum of care, giving residents access to independent living, assisted living, memory care, and healthcare services.

Amenities and services at Vi at Palo Alto are hard to beat and include a stunning rose garden, resident art gallery, billiards room, and indoor swimming pool. Stroll or cycle along designated paths, take a lecture about local history, or dine at any of the onsite restaurants. There’s something for everyone here.

Varenna at Fountaingrove

A sprawling, waterfront luxury senior living community located in Santa Rosa, Varenna at Fountaingrove provides an exclusive experience with a big wow factor. The community specializes in assisted living and memory care services in an upscale setting with breathtaking views.

Residents at Varenna at Fountaingrove can enjoy services like chauffeur and concierge services, spa treatments, and gourmet cuisine. Meet up with friends on the garden patio, book a manicure at the salon, or have a drink at happy hour in the bar. You’ll have a first-class experience no matter what you choose.

Buena Vista Manor House

Located on the edge of beautiful Buena Vista Park, this senior living community gives residents views of the park or the city, giving the best of both worlds. Buena Vista Manor House specializes in both assisted living and memory care services, all personalized to resident abilities and needs.

Residents at Buena Vista Manor House enjoy restaurant-style dining with views of the city, library, game room, and outdoor walking paths. Be sure to take advantage of a lively program and event calendar!

Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill

A newer community in downtown San Francisco, Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill focuses on providing a ‘whole living’ approach to senior living where joyful moments and meaningful interactions abound. This luxury senior living community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services.

Residents at Ivy Park at Cathedral Hill have access to amenities and services that include all-day dining at the community’s onsite restaurant Vine at Ivy, movie theater, library, bistro, and fitness center. The community is also pet-friendly and even offers dog walking services to residents who need it.
 

San Francisco Towers

San Francisco’s premier senior living community, San Francisco Towers is located at Pine and Van Ness, giving residents easy access to their favorite parts of the city. This luxury community is a Life Plan Community and offers a full continuum of care – independent living, assisted living, memory care, and health care.

Residents at San Francisco Towers enjoy elegant dining options, a rooftop lounge, porte cochere, library, chapel, and beautiful terraces. Have a moment of meditation in the community’s rooftop garden, take a water class in the indoor pool, or catch public transportation to explore the best parts of San Francisco. Here, it’s your call what comes next.

Searching for High End Senior Living in San Francisco

It’s not difficult to find high end senior living in San Francisco, but not every community will meet your personal preferences, style, and needs. Take time to find the right fit for your lifestyle, including a community that has amenities and services that make your life more convenient and connected. Good luck!

Start your search today!
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Haley Burress

Haley Burress writes for Seniorly on the topic of senior living and the aging experience.  With a long history of roles in Life Enrichment and Dementia care management for top senior living providers like Sunrise Senior living, Haley now also serves the non-profit senior living sector in a volunteer capacity.  Ms. Burress holds a Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration from Northern Illinois University and a Master's degree in Therapeutic Recreation Administration from Aurora University.

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