Joyful Chapter
The state lists 3 state inspections, 1 complaint visit, 1 citation, 0 substantiated allegations; last visit 2026-04-22. Listing last updated 2026-11-07.
Public record summary
About this facility — Joyful Chapter
Joyful Chapter is a licensed assisted living community in South San Francisco, California. It is licensed for 26 beds — well above the median for assisted living communities in California (6 beds).
It is one of 33 senior care facilities in South San Francisco and 8,982 assisted living communities across California. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.
This listing draws on state and federal public records, and was last updated on November 7, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.
Facility background
State inspection record
The state lists 3 state inspections, 1 complaint visit, 1 citation, 0 substantiated allegations. 1 is Type A. License status: Licensed.
License notes from the state: AGE RANGE 60 AND OVER. ALL MAY BE NON-AMBULATORY, OF WHICH 8 MAY BE BEDRIDDEN. HOSPICE WAIVER APPROVED FOR EIGHT (8) RESIDENTS.
Complaints (1)
| State visit | Allegation outcomes | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 03/21/2022 | 1 unfounded | None |
Inspections (3)
| Date |
|---|
| 04/22/2026 |
| 05/09/2025 |
| 05/07/2024 |
Source: California Community Care Licensing, facility 415600832, read 2026-11-07. Type A citations involve immediate risk to residents; Type B citations could become one. Substantiated means the state found the allegation valid. See the state's record.
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Who to contact in California
- Licensing: California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, Adult and Senior Care Program · Look up a license
- File a complaint: 844-538-8766 · Online
- Long-Term Care Ombudsman: 800-231-4024. A free advocate for residents and families.
- Adult Protective Services: 833-401-0832. Some states send facility cases to licensing instead. In an emergency, call 911.
- Eldercare Locator: 800-677-1116, a federal service for local aging help.
Nearest emergency hospitals
- Ahmc Seton Medical Center, about 3.5 miles. CMS rating 1 of 5.
- Peninsula Medical Center, about 4.2 miles. CMS rating 5 of 5.
- California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal, about 7.5 miles. CMS rating 4 of 5.
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- Bougainvilleas Care Home, South San Francisco, about 0.2 miles. 4 state visits on record.
- Alhambra Home Care, South San Fra, about 0.3 miles. 4 state visits on record.
- Mariah's Garden Home Care, San Bruno, about 0.5 miles. 8 state visits on record.
- Cristina's Care Home, San Bruno, about 0.6 miles. 4 state visits on record.
- Derry Way Home, South San Francisco, about 0.8 miles. 4 state visits on record.