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St. Francis Convalescent Pavilion in Daly City, CA

St. Francis Convalescent Pavilion is a nursing home community in Daly City, CA.

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St. Francis Convalescent Pavilion in Daly City, CA

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99 Escuela Drive, Daly City, CA 94015

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.8 from 90 reviews
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Overall Review of St. Francis Convalescent Pavilion

common 18 reviews mention this

Staff support and professionalism

Residents and families repeatedly describe attentive, professional staff.

Across multiple reviews, families describe staff who are kind, friendly, and responsive to patient needs. Several comments mention nurses and aides treating residents with respect and supporting comfort and safety day to day. Some reviewers also call out specific staff members by name for being supportive, communicative, and dependable.

common 9 reviews mention this

Facility is kept clean

Many reviewers say the facility is clean and well maintained.

A number of reviews focus on cleanliness and organization, including comments that the building feels well kept and calm. Others mention rooms being clean and layouts working well for resident comfort. A few negative reviews discuss unsanitary conditions or cleanliness problems, but the more common theme is that the facility is maintained.

differentiator 10 reviews mention this

Social services help with logistics

Social services are frequently praised for guiding families through care.

Several reviews highlight social services staff as a key support for families, especially during admissions and ongoing requests. Reviewers describe them as communicative and transparent, helping make complicated steps feel easier. Case managers and social workers are also credited with staying on top of updates and connecting families with the right care team.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Communication and phone access issues

Some residents and families report difficulty getting help by phone.

A recurring complaint involves front desk, billing, or administration not being reachable, with calls that appear to go unanswered, forwarded, or delayed. Several reviewers also describe challenges when they need timely responses after contacting the facility. While some reviews are strongly positive about responsiveness, these access and follow-up problems come up often enough to be a concern for prospective families.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Call button responsiveness at night

Some reviewers say call buttons and nighttime help are not reliable.

Multiple negative reviews mention delays or failures to respond to call buttons, including during evening or overnight shifts. A few comments connect this to unmet needs like bathroom assistance or getting help promptly. Other reviews describe residents receiving the assistance they needed, but the call-button concerns are specific and repeatedly mentioned.

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Features

Housing

  • 239 resident community capacity 239 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • San Francisco International (7 miles away) San Francisco International (7 miles away)
  • Metropolitan Oakland International (14 miles away) Metropolitan Oakland International (14 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Daly City, California offers a range of amenities and services that cater to a senior lifestyle. There are multiple pharmacies nearby, including CVS and Walgreens, making it convenient to access medication and healthcare supplies. Additionally, there are various dining options such as In-N-Out Burger and McDonald's for quick meals, as well as more upscale options like Twin Peaks and Yankee Pier for special occasions. Places of worship like the Church of the Epiphany provide spiritual support, while theaters like Regal Stonestown Galleria offer entertainment options. Parks such as Fort Funston and Bernal Heights Park offer opportunities for outdoor recreation, and transportation hubs like West Portal MUNI Metro Station make it easy to get around the city. With hospitals like Laguna Honda Hospital & Rehabilitation Center nearby, residents can feel secure knowing medical care is readily available. Lastly, cafes like Andytown Coffee Roasters and Le Marais Bakery provide cozy spots to relax with a cup of coffee. Overall, this part of Daly City offers a diverse range of resources that can support a comfortable and engaging senior living environment.

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente Pharmacy (2.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • In-N-Out Burger (1 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.6 miles)
  • Taco Bell (5.6 miles)
  • Twin Peaks (5.6 miles)
  • Mustards (6.1 miles)
  • Yankee Pier (6.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Church of the Epiphany (3.6 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Stonestown Galleria Screenx, 4Dx, & RPX (3.8 miles)
  • Alamo Drafthouse New Mission (6.4 miles)

Parks

  • Fort Funston (4.2 miles)
  • Stern Grove Dog Park (4.2 miles)
  • Glen Canyon Park (4.9 miles)
  • Holly Park (5.3 miles)
  • Upper Douglass Dog Park (5.4 miles)
  • Douglass Playground (5.5 miles)
  • Bernal Heights Park (5.8 miles)

Transportation

  • West Portal MUNI Metro Station (4.6 miles)
  • Rental Car Center (5.2 miles)
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) (5.6 miles)
  • United Global First Lounge (6 miles)
  • International Terminal G (6.1 miles)
  • San Francisco International Airport BART Station (6.1 miles)
  • SFO AirTrain Station - Garage G & BART (6.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Laguna Honda Hospital & Rehabilitation Center (5.1 miles)
  • A & C Convalescent Hospital (6.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Andytown Coffee Roasters (5.8 miles)
  • Neighbor's Corner (6 miles)
  • San Francisco Giants Clubhouse (6 miles)
  • Le Marais Bakery (6.5 miles)
  • SPRO Coffee Lab (6.6 miles)
  • Stow Lake Boathouse (6.6 miles)
  • Sightglass Coffee (6.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Noe Valley Pediatrics (6 miles)

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