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AlmaVia of San Francisco, nestled near Lake Merced, is a picturesque, pet-friendly community offering spacious apartments and amenities that keep seniors active, engaged, and thriving.

Nestled in a quiet San Francisco neighborhood, AlmaVia of San Francisco is located in close proximity to St. Mary's Hospital, medical offices and Stonestown Shopping Center, and is directly adjacent to the St. We provide assisted living and memory care. Our beautiful campus boasts amenities from an onsite beauty salon and private spa, to a stately library and a crackling fireplace in our cozy living room. Our programs are designed to assist older adults with care and services that enable them to remain as independent as possible, stay connected to a loving, compassionate community and celebrate the joys that life brings to us at all ages.

11/14/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Heroes at AlmaVia of San Francisco! 🇺🇸

This week, the community celebrated the brave souls who've served our country. The Veterans Day celebration brought the community out, including Edward R., a resident veteran of the Bridgehaven neighborhood.

The event also included heartfelt speeches, delicious food and drinks, and a special recognition ceremony. Each veteran received a certificate and gifts as a small token of deep appreciation for their unwavering service. 🎖️

Thank you to all the veterans in our AlmaVia family. Your service, your courage, and your presence make our community richer. We're honored to call you neighbors. 🙏❤️

11/12/2025

Stretching, smiling, and *soulful* moments at AlmaVia of San Francisco. 🧘‍♀️💚🧘‍♀️

Bridgehaven memory care residents just wrapped up an amazing session of Soulful Stretch with Karuna. Gentle movements, mindful breathing, and soothing guidance created the perfect recipe for relaxation and inner peace.

Activities like Soulful Stretch offer real, tangible benefits for older adults. Regular gentle movement supports better flexibility and balance, which in turn leads to increased confidence when getting around. Mindful breathing and restorative practices help ease stress and promote better sleep. Additionally, there's something truly healing about moving your body with intention and community by your side. These aren't just stretches—they're acts of self-love that keep bodies moving, minds calm, and spirits uplifted.

11/11/2025

Today, we honor the extraordinary veterans who have served our nation with courage and integrity. At AlmaVia of San Francisco, we are privileged to share our community with these remarkable individuals whose stories remind us of the strength and resilience that define America.

Your service is a legacy we cherish, and your presence inspires us every day. Thank you for protecting the freedoms we hold dear.

11/05/2025

🎃 Halloween at AlmaVia of San Francisco was extra special this year. 🎃 👻 🎉🧡

Patricia B. was grateful to be surrounded by her loving family, who went all out with fun wigs to celebrate the spooky holiday together.

Family visits, especially during holidays, provide incredible emotional and mental health benefits for residents. When loved ones make the effort to celebrate together, it strengthens family bonds while giving residents something wonderful to look forward to and to reminisce about afterward.

10/30/2025

🎃 The sweetest Halloween surprise arrived at AlmaVia of San Francisco courtesy of the amazing Perfect Pair Volunteer Team from SF State University! 👻✨🎃🍫🎁

These wonderful students came together to assemble the most delightful spooky baskets for residents, and the thoughtfulness behind each one was heartwarming. Every basket was carefully packed with Halloween mugs, cozy socks, soft blankets, and of course, plenty of chocolate. The residents were thrilled to receive such a considerate gift!

The Perfect Pair program continues to show everyone what true community partnership looks like - it's not just about scheduled visits, it's about creating moments of genuine care and connection. Thank you so much to the whole team!

10/28/2025

🎃 It was a spooktacular afternoon at AlmaVia of San Francisco as residents and families gathered for a festive Pumpkin Carving Contest. 🎃🍂👻🏆🧡

Each group carved imaginative designs - from spooky faces to cheerful ones - showcasing their artistic talents and teamwork. The excitement peaked during the judging by the Resident Assistants, where winners were awarded fun prizes for the most creative, funniest, and spookiest pumpkins.

Activities like pumpkin carving offer fantastic benefits - fine motor skill engagement, creative expression, intergenerational bonding with family members, and that wonderful sense of accomplishment that comes from creating something fun together!

10/23/2025

🌞 "A Stroll in the Park" was the perfect way to enjoy a beautiful day in the bay.☀️🚶‍♀️🌳

AlmaVia of San Francisco residents had a delightful outing, strolling down St. Thomas More Way right in front of the community. Barbara N. captured the mood perfectly when she said, "What a perfect day to bask in the warmth of the sun!"

These neighborhood strolls offer wonderful benefits for residents - gentle cardiovascular exercise, vitamin D from sunshine, mental stimulation from observing the neighborhood, and that invaluable social connection that comes from walking with friends.

10/21/2025

🎨 The watercolor portrait series is off to a beautiful start at AlmaVia of San Francisco! 🎨🖌️🖼️

Residents have begun painting portraits of loved ones, landscapes, and much more. Rita created a stunning piece featuring a pair of military boots—a tribute to her father and uncle, who owned a shoe repair shop, while Sidney painted his dear friend Doug.

The act of recreating someone meaningful through art engages multiple cognitive functions - memory recall, visual processing, fine motor skills, and creative problem-solving. But what makes this series extra special is how it encourages life review and storytelling, which are so crucial for emotional well-being and maintaining a sense of identity. 💕✨

10/16/2025

🌿The Green Thumbs Club members are showing out in the Gardens neighborhood at AlmaVia of San Francisco, proving that a lovely day in the fall means prime gardening time! 🌿🌱🪴🌳😊

Residents happily checked in on their beloved potted plants, with special attention to the thriving herb garden. The mints are growing wild (in the best way possible!), and everyone's green thumbs are working overtime. Rosalie E beamed with pride as she surveyed the flourishing plants, saying, "These plants are healthy and growing well."

Gardening and plant care offer incredible benefits for seniors' physical and mental health. The hands-on work provides gentle exercise, fine motor skill development, and cognitive engagement as residents plan, nurture, and problem-solve around their plants. But beyond the physical benefits, there's something deeply therapeutic about watching something grow under your care - it creates a sense of purpose, accomplishment, and connection to nature that's absolutely invaluable.

10/14/2025

🍂The spirit of gratitude is overflowing at AlmaVia of San Francisco as residents created and decorated their beautiful community Thankful Tree! 🙏🍂🌳

This seasonal treat is ready for the upcoming holidays, especially leading up to Thanksgiving Day. Starting after Halloween, residents will begin hanging their thankful notes on the tree, sharing what brings them joy and appreciation.

Activities like creating a Thankful Tree offer so much more than just seasonal decoration - they're powerful tools for fostering positive mental health and emotional wellbeing. When residents take time to reflect on what they're grateful for and express those sentiments in writing or through creative sharing, it naturally shifts their mindset toward positivity and appreciation. This practice of gratitude has been shown to boost mood, reduce anxiety, and promote a greater sense of life satisfaction.

10/10/2025

🎭 Residents from AlmaVia of San Francisco had an absolutely spooktacular outing to the Berkeley Playhouse to watch The Addams Family, and the experience was pure theatrical magic. 👻🎭✨

Jean, Helen, Sandy, and Gloria all shared that they felt completely transported back to the 1960s, remembering those special times watching the show with their children. You could see the nostalgia and joy lighting up their faces as familiar characters like Gomez, Morticia, and Wednesday brought back those treasured memories of family TV nights and laughter-filled evenings!

10/01/2025

🎂 AlmaVia of San Francisco threw a wonderful celebration in the Gardens neighborhood in honor of the September birthdays! 🎉🎈💕🥳✨

Sue B. and Edward G. were beaming with joy as everyone gathered to toast them on their special day. There's nothing quite like being surrounded by friends, fellow residents, a loving family member—and even one of the Perfect Pair volunteers—to make a birthday truly memorable.

When the community gathers every last Friday of the month to celebrate the birthday honorees, they create meaningful social connections, reinforce each resident's sense of belonging and importance within the community, and give everyone something joyful to look forward to.

Address

1 Thomas More Way
San Francisco, CA
94132

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 7pm
Wednesday	8am - 7pm
Thursday	8am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 7pm
Saturday	8am - 7pm
Sunday	8am - 7pm

Telephone

(415) 337-1339

Website

https://eldercarealliance.org/our-communities/almavia-of-san-francisco/

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