St. Catherine Home is an assisted living community in San Francisco, CA.
Information last verified:
389 Guttenberg Street, San Francisco, CA 94112
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents describe a clean, well-kept environment with plenty of space.
Several reviewers describe the home as clean and well maintained, with an atmosphere that feels calm and green. People also mention the space as peaceful, and multiple comments connect that upkeep to how safe and comfortable children feel there.
Reviewers repeatedly highlight warmth, love, and affectionate day-to-day care.
Many reviews focus on warmth and affectionate attention, describing happy children, hugs, and a sense of trust. Several also describe staff and sisters as creating a supportive, nurturing environment where children feel protected and emotionally cared for.
Caregivers are described as attentive and deeply engaged with each child.
Reviewers commonly say the sisters and staff take a personal approach, learning children’s names and personalities and going beyond basic duties to make them comfortable. This aligns with the home offering activities and daily-living support services like assistance with bathing, dressing, transfers, and medication management.
Some reviewers report inconsistent access or unwelcoming interactions around donations.
A handful of reviewers mention problems when trying to donate or visit, including the home appearing closed despite online hours and other experiences involving rude or unhelpful communication. There are also comments about donation restrictions and difficulties reaching the organization by phone.
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6 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Respite Care
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
San Francisco International (7 miles away) Metropolitan Oakland International (12 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities Scheduled daily activitiesSt. Catherine Home is located at 389 Guttenberg Street, San Francisco, CA 94112 in San Mateo County, California
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