Central Gardens Post Acute in San Francisco is a skilled nursing facility that provides continuous nursing-home care, including short-term respite stays for family caregivers who need temporary relief. The on-site rehabilitation department offers physical therapy designed to help residents regain strength, improve mobility and shorten recovery times after illness or surgery. Licensed nurses are available around the clock to monitor vital signs, manage medications and respond to emergent needs, while a medical director oversees overall clinical standards.

Beyond core nursing and therapy services, the staff coordinates care plans with physicians, specialists and families, adjusting goals as residents’ conditions change. Social services help arrange follow-up appointments and discharge planning, and case managers track progress to ensure that medical recommendations are carried out. Wound care, pain management and fall-prevention programs are in place, and the facility maintains relationships with local hospitals for seamless transfers when higher acuity services are required.

Resident rooms vary, and not every accommodation includes every feature, but options may include access to a library and computer lounge for internet use, parking for personal vehicles, and landscaped outdoor gardens and seating areas for fresh air. Indoor and outdoor common spaces give residents a choice of environments for visiting with family members or spending quiet time.

The dietary team prepares three meals each day and offers scheduled healthy snacks to help maintain stable blood sugar and energy levels. Menus emphasize balanced nutrition and can be adjusted for physician-ordered diets such as low-sodium or diabetic plans. Staff members provide assistance for anyone who needs help with eating, and hydration checks are conducted regularly.

An activity center hosts a steady schedule of events that includes live entertainment, arts and crafts sessions, TV and movie nights, and community bingo games. These programs are designed to encourage social interaction, support cognitive stimulation and add structure to the day for residents who choose to participate.