The Sequoias
Scout 100Portola Valley, CA · 43 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of Portola Valley's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,600–$17,440/mo
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Sequoias San Francisco Convalescent Hospital
1400 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94109 · San Francisco County
Assisted living San Francisco at The Sequoias offers a full continuum of care, exceptional amenities, and vibrant living. Schedule a tour today.
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 69% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in San Francisco
Sequoias San Francisco Convalescent Hospital is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in San Francisco, CA, with 50 certified beds and an average of about 34 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 5.12 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.81 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 34%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.12 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in San Francisco for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 50
- Avg. residents/day
- 34
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 056071
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $11,600–$17,440/mo (median $14,030) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $3,290–$7,870/mo (median $7,670) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local San Francisco prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 5.12
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.81
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 34%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 6
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-02-17
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (15 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-17Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2026-02-17Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
2026-02-17Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
2026-02-17Severity F — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
2026-02-17Severity F — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
2026-02-17Severity F — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
2024-11-22Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2024-11-22Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Chef-prepared meals
- ✓ Fitness center
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Housekeeping & laundry
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ Studio apartments
Location
1400 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Sequoias San Francisco Convalescent Hospital
How much does Sequoias San Francisco Convalescent Hospital cost?
Sequoias San Francisco Convalescent Hospital does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the San Francisco, CA area typically runs $11,600–$17,440 per month (median $14,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Sequoias San Francisco Convalescent Hospital's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Sequoias San Francisco Convalescent Hospital 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Sequoias San Francisco Convalescent Hospital?
Staff provide about 5.12 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 34% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Sequoias San Francisco Convalescent Hospital?
Sequoias San Francisco Convalescent Hospital has 15 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-17). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Sequoias San Francisco Convalescent Hospital have availability?
Typically 69% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Sequoias San Francisco Convalescent Hospital offer?
Sequoias San Francisco Convalescent Hospital in San Francisco, CA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 50 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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