activities · 27
what they do
direct service · 27
- Community engagement and life enrichment programming Resident-Led Social & Recreational ProgrammingOffers structured activities such as art studio classes, Tai chi, creative writing, musical recitals, weekly movies, special events, and volunteer opportunities to support resident engagement and well-being.
- Comprehensive resident service package Comprehensive Monthly Service Fee LivingOffers a comprehensive monthly service fee that includes dining, housekeeping, transportation, fitness center access, wellness programs, and life enrichment activities.
- Comprehensive residential service model Comprehensive Monthly Service Fee LivingProvides a comprehensive monthly service fee model that includes dining, housekeeping, transportation, fitness center access, wellness programs, and life enrichment activities for residents.
- Delivers life enrichment and community engagement programs for seniors Resident-Led Social & Recreational ProgrammingProvides structured activities such as art classes, Tai chi, creative writing, musical recitals, weekly movies, and special events to support resident engagement and well-being.
- Dining services for residents On-Site Meal Service with Dietary AccommodationsProvides chef-prepared meals using fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients, with options low in sodium, fat, and sugar, and including vegetarian and vegan choices.
- Dining services for seniors On-Site Meal Service with Dietary AccommodationsProvides chef-prepared meals using fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients, with options low in sodium, fat, and sugar, and including vegetarian and vegan choices, as part of residential and senior center services.
- Free Aging & Disability Resource Center servicesProvides free Aging & Disability Resource Center services including translation, mail assistance, application support, benefits enrollment, and utility rebate assistance to seniors.
- Management of senior living communities in Northern California Continuing Care Retirement CommunitiesOperates seven senior living communities across Northern California, including a 42-acre community in Portola Valley and a nearly 200-residence community in Walnut Creek.
- Manages senior living communities with dedicated land and facilities Continuing Care Retirement CommunitiesManages a senior living community on a 42-acre site in Portola Valley, providing residential and support services within a large-scale, dedicated campus.
- Offers social and resource support services for seniors and people with disabilitiesProvides free Aging & Disability Resource Center services including translation, mail assistance, benefits enrollment, utility rebate assistance, and social services such as outreach, assessment, and care planning for health, financial, legal, and nutritional needs.
- Operates Life Plan Communities and senior living communities in Northern CaliforniaOperates seven senior living communities, including four Life Plan Communities (continuing care retirement communities) in the San Francisco Bay Area, offering a full continuum of care from independent living to skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation.
- Operates nonprofit senior centers with community-based servicesOperates the first nonprofit senior center in the U.S. in San Francisco, including downtown and Aquatic Park locations, serving seniors daily with programs funded in part by the Older Americans Act.
- Operation of Life Plan Communities (CCRCs) Continuing Care Retirement CommunitiesOperates four continuing care retirement communities (Life Plan Communities) in the San Francisco Bay Area, providing a full continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation services.
- Operation of Life Plan Communities (CCRCs)Operates four continuing care retirement communities (Life Plan Communities) in the San Francisco Bay Area, providing a continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation services.
- Operation of nonprofit senior centersOperates the first nonprofit senior center in the United States in San Francisco, including the downtown senior center—the first in California to receive funding under the Older Americans Act—serving seniors daily with essential services and programs.
- Programs supporting independent living for Bay Area seniors Resident-Led Social & Recreational ProgrammingSupports programs enabling thousands of Bay Area seniors to live independently and engage in educational and cultural activities.
- Provides affordable senior housing through federal subsidies HUD-Subsidized Senior HousingOffers affordable senior housing with rent set at 30% of residents' income using HUD subsidies, supporting low-income seniors in maintaining stable housing.
- Provides residential support services for seniors Comprehensive Monthly Service Fee LivingOffers comprehensive residential services including chef-prepared meals using fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients; weekly housekeeping and laundry; building and grounds maintenance; and fitness center access as part of a monthly service fee.
- Provision of affordable senior housing HUD-Subsidized Senior HousingProvides affordable senior housing with rent set at 30% of residents’ income through HUD subsidies.
- Provision of affordable senior housing HUD-Subsidized Senior HousingProvides affordable senior housing with rent set at 30% of residents' income through HUD subsidies.
- Resident support and maintenance services Residential Maintenance & Facility ServicesProvides weekly housekeeping, laundry, linen service, building maintenance, and groundskeeping for resident apartments and community spaces.
- Residential support and maintenance services Residential Maintenance & Facility ServicesProvides weekly housekeeping, laundry, linen service, building maintenance, and groundskeeping for resident apartments and community spaces.
- Social services and care planning Senior Resource Navigation & EngagementDelivers social services including outreach, assessment, and care planning addressing health, financial, recreational, nutritional, and legal needs at both downtown and Aquatic Park senior center locations.
- Support Circles program at senior centers Resident-Led Social & Recreational ProgrammingOffers the Support Circles program at both downtown and Aquatic Park senior center locations to support community connection and well-being.
- Support for independent living and community engagement Resident-Led Social & Recreational ProgrammingSupports programs enabling thousands of Bay Area seniors to live independently and engage in educational and cultural activities.
- Support services for seniors through senior centers Senior Resource Navigation & EngagementProvides free Aging & Disability Resource Center services including translation, mail assistance, application support, benefits enrollment, and utility rebate assistance, along with social services such as outreach, assessment, and care planning addressing health, financial, recreational, nutritional, and legal needs at both downtown and Aquatic Park senior center locations.
- Supports independent living and community engagement for Bay Area seniors Resident-Led Social & Recreational ProgrammingSupports thousands of Bay Area seniors in living independently through educational, cultural, and social programs across multiple service locations.
strategies · 29
how they think
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- Affordable Urban Senior Housing affordable_housing_in_urban_centersProvides secure, centrally located affordable housing for older adults to support independence and access to city services and cultural opportunities.
- Affordable Urban Senior Housing with Access to Services affordable_housing_in_urban_centersThe organization provides secure, centrally located affordable housing in urban centers to support independence and ensure access to essential services and community amenities for older adults.
- Bundled Service and Support ModelA bundled service model includes core amenities and health-supportive programming in a monthly fee, reducing complexity and providing predictable access to supportive living resources.
- Bundled Service and Wellness Model holistic aging supportOffers a comprehensive monthly fee model that includes core amenities and health-supportive programming to simplify living and promote consistent engagement in wellness activities.
- Community Engagement to Combat Isolation community-building to combat isolationDesigns programming and spaces that foster connection, learning, and shared experiences to reduce social isolation among older adults.
- Community Engagement to Combat Isolation community-building to combat isolationSequoia Living designs spaces and programs that actively build community, reduce isolation, and promote connection among older adults through shared learning, recreation, and social opportunities.
- Community-Centered Design community_engagement_modelUses inspired design and intentional space planning to support vibrant living, balancing social interaction with personal privacy.
- Continuum of Care Model continuum_of_careProvides a full spectrum of care—from independent living to skilled nursing—within a single community, allowing residents to age in place with evolving health needs supported.
- Deliver a continuum of care through integrated senior living communities continuum_of_careProvides a full spectrum of care—from independent living to skilled nursing—within a single Life Plan community, enabling residents to age in place with predictable long-term cost coverage and seamless transitions.
- Design communities to foster engagement and combat isolation community_engagement_modelUses intentional design and programming to create vibrant environments that promote social connection, community-building, and holistic wellness, reducing isolation among older adults.
- Enable resident engagement through planned giving and philanthropy resident_engagement_through_planned_givingEncourages residents to participate in the organization’s mission through planned giving workshops, integrating philanthropy into the senior living experience as a form of engagement.
- Encourage continuous personal growth in later life never_stop_growingOperationalizes the belief that aging is a period of ongoing development by offering programs and experiences that support discovery, engagement, and growth throughout senior living.
- Holistic Wellness and Resident-Centered Living holistic_wellnessBy integrating health and wellness support with social, physical, and cognitive programming in maintenance-free, nature-integrated environments, the organization fosters holistic aging, creative expression, and resident-centered well-being.
- Holistic Wellness and Resident-Centered Living holistic_wellnessSupports overall well-being through maintenance-free environments that integrate health programming, social engagement, creative expression, and access to nature.
- Integrate technology to futureproof senior living experiences tech-forward senior livingImplements a tech-forward model of retirement living that anticipates future needs and lifestyle changes, enhancing convenience, safety, and engagement for residents.
- Life Plan Community Model Life Plan Community modelOffers long-term residency contracts that include access to higher levels of care at predictable costs, promoting financial security and continuity of care.
- Life Plan Community Model with Continuum of Care life_plan_community_modelSequoia Living offers a Life Plan Community model that provides a full continuum of care—from independent living to skilled nursing—within a single community, with long-term care costs fully covered under certain contracts, ensuring security and peace of mind.
- Life-long Learning and Purposeful Engagement lifelong_learning_and_connectionAdvances healthy aging by fostering purpose, connection, and continuous personal growth through community-based learning and programming that supports cognitive, social, and emotional well-being.
- Lifelong Learning and Purposeful Engagement lifelong_learning_and_connectionSequoia Living promotes healthy aging by fostering purpose, connection, and continuous personal growth through community-based programs that support lifelong learning and social engagement.
- Never Stop Growing Philosophy never_stop_growingEncourages ongoing personal development and discovery in later life as a core principle of senior living, integrated into programming and community culture.
- Never Stop Growing Philosophy never_stop_growingThe organization embraces a "never stop growing" mindset, encouraging residents to pursue discovery, personal development, and engagement throughout later life as a core component of senior living.
- Planned Giving and Resident Philanthropy Engagement resident_engagement_through_planned_givingResidents are engaged in the organization’s mission through planned giving workshops, integrating philanthropy into community life as a form of continued involvement and legacy building.
- Provide affordable, centrally located senior housing to support independence affordable_housing_in_urban_centersOffers secure, urban-based affordable housing that prioritizes accessibility to services and community life, enabling older adults to maintain independence and engagement.
- Resident Engagement Through Philanthropy resident_engagement_through_planned_givingStrengthens resident involvement and community investment by offering planned giving workshops and opportunities for charitable participation.
- Support for Older Adults Across the Bay Area community_support_for_older_adultsThrough charitable giving, Sequoia Living extends support to older adults beyond its residential communities, serving populations across the Bay Area.
- Support lifelong learning and connection as a foundation for healthy aging lifelong_learning_and_connectionPromotes healthy aging by fostering purpose, connection, and continuous learning within a supportive community environment, recognizing these elements as key to resident well-being and engagement.
- Support resident-centered living through holistic wellness programming holistic_wellnessFosters well-being by offering maintenance-free living environments enriched with health-supportive services, nature access, and opportunities for social, physical, and cognitive engagement.
- Tech-Forward Senior Living tech-forward senior livingIntegrates modern technology and forward-thinking design into senior living to support future-ready lifestyles and enhanced connectivity.
- Tech-Forward, Future-Ready Senior Living tech-forward senior livingSequoia Living incorporates modern, technology-enhanced living models to futureproof the retirement lifestyle, supporting adaptability and engagement in a changing world.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
Life Enrichment Activities
Programs including art classes, Tai chi, creative writing, musical recitals, and social events to engage residents' mind, body, and spirit
On-site Health Services
Includes on-site clinics with nurses, therapists, medical directors, and access to skilled nursing and rehabilitation care
The Sequoias San Francisco
CCRC Life Plan community in San Francisco providing independent and supported living with cultural, dining, and wellness amenities in a vibrant urban setting
The Tamalpais Marin
Life Plan retirement community in Marin County offering independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation care for seniors
Viamonte at Walnut Creek
Senior living campus for those aged 60+ offering nearly 200 residences with access to dining, wellness, fitness, and social amenities in a walkable neighborhood
relationships · 12
who they work with
- Charitable Adult Rides and Services (CARS) Partner — Partnered to facilitate vehicle donations for SSNC.
- City of San Francisco’s Department of Disability and Aging Services Government — Funds programs serving the community through the Department of Disability and Aging Services.
- Empowering Children Bay Area Partner — Collaborates to provide programs for Bay Area seniors.
- Housing and Urban Development Government — Partner for rental subsidies through HUD programs.
- Institute on Aging Partner — Partnered to launch the Support Circles program promoting emotional well-being and mental health for older adults.
- San Francisco Senior Centers Partner — Collaborates to support independent living and engagement for seniors.
- Senior Services for Northern California Network — Philanthropic organization of Sequoia Living that supports programs for older adults.
- Sequoia Living Partner — Owns and operates The Sequoias San Francisco.
- Sequoia Living Partner — Owns and operates Viamonte at Walnut Creek senior living campus.
- Stanford University Partner — One of Sequoia Living's communities is located west of Stanford University, indicating proximity to the institution.
- The Tamalpais Marin Partner — Life Plan retirement community owned and operated by Sequoia Living in Marin County.
- Windy Hill Preserve Partner — Provides connecting access to 1,200 acres of hiking trails for residents of The Sequoias Portola Valley.