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Joyful Chapter

340 Alta Vista Drive

South San Francisco, CA 94080

49 beds • Est. 2011 (14 years)


FYI Safety Score

9.5 Excellent

1 serious state citation and 0 verified complaints across 7 inspections since 2021. The single citation, issued in October 2023, was for failing to report a COVID-19 infection to Licensing after a resident transferred from a skilled nursing facility arrived with symptoms, tested positive, and was hospitalized without a required incident report being filed. 1 complaint was investigated and found unsubstantiated. Annual inspections in 2024, 2025, and 2026 found no deficiencies, with inspectors consistently noting clean and well-maintained conditions, functioning grab bars and non-skid surfaces in bathrooms, adequate food supplies, current fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems, quarterly emergency drills, and complete resident and staff records. The facility also underwent a capacity expansion from 26 to 49 beds in 2021, inspected and cleared by state licensing.


Why we like it

Joyful Chapter is a 49-bed senior living community in South San Francisco. The facility provides assisted living services.

  • Active lifestyle programs

    Offers organized activities, events, and social programs to keep residents engaged.

  • Dining program

    Provides prepared meals and dining services for residents.


Pricing

Assisted Living

Suite$10,000/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.


Where you'll live

340 Alta Vista Drive, South San Francisco, CA 94080

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Amenities & Services

24-Hour Staff
Dining
Cable TV

Frequently asked questions

How safe is Joyful Chapter?
Joyful Chapter has a FYI Safety Score of 9.5 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 1 state citations and 0 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 8 inspections.
How much does Joyful Chapter cost?
Joyful Chapter starts at $10,000 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Joyful Chapter offer memory care?
Joyful Chapter does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Independent Living, Assisted Living.
Does Joyful Chapter accept Medi-Cal?
Joyful Chapter is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Joyful Chapter last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Joyful Chapter was on 2026-04-22. The facility has received 8 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Joyful Chapter have?
Joyful Chapter has 1 state citations and 0 verified complaints since 2021 across 8 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 9.5 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Joyful Chapter been in operation?
Joyful Chapter has been licensed for 14 years in South San Francisco, California, with a licensed capacity of 49 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
415600832
Size
49 beds (Medium (7–49 beds))
Licensed Since
May 11, 2011 (14 years)
Licensee
Next Chapter, Inc., the
Administrator
Robert Wong
Phone
(650) 827-5228
Address
340 Alta Vista Drive, South San Francisco, CA 94080

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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