Sequoia Living Earns National Recognition from U.S. News and World Report and Newsweek

Skilled Nursing centers in San Francisco, Marin County, and Portola Valley are recognized for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 11/10/2026 — Quality care and a shared commitment to the well-being of older adults are once again earning Sequoia Living national recognition. Three of the nonprofit’s Skilled Nursing centers have been named Best Nursing Homes in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report ratings, recognizing the dedication of the team members serving older adults throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.

The recognition honors The Sequoias Portola Valley, The Sequoias San Francisco, and The Tamalpais Marin for their performance in short-term rehabilitation, with The Tamalpais Marin also earning recognition for long-term care.

Both The Sequoias Portola Valley and The Tamalpais Marin have earned Best Nursing Home recognition for more than three years.

Located on the San Francisco Peninsula near Stanford University in Palo Alto, The Sequoias Portola Valley has earned Best Nursing Home recognition for Short-Term Rehabilitation for more than three years. 

Currently celebrating its 65th anniversary, the community has been a sought-after Life Plan Community, also known as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), for generations of older adults. Its Skilled Nursing center builds on this legacy, providing rehabilitation services and supporting individuals recovering from surgery, illness, or hospitalization.

The Sequoias San Francisco, situated on the edge of the city’s historic Japantown neighborhood, has been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for Short-Term Rehabilitation by U.S. News & World Report. The community provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for older adults recovering from surgery, illness, or hospitalization. 

The latest honor builds on the community’s recognition as one of America’s Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), also known as Life Plan Communities, by Newsweek and Statista.

Set against the scenic hills of Marin County, with sweeping views of Greenbrae, The Tamalpais Marin has earned Best Nursing Home recognition for both Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care for three consecutive years. 

As the only Sequoia Living Skilled Nursing center recognized in both categories for 2027, The Tamalpais Marin serves individuals with varying care needs, from those recovering after surgery or hospitalization to older adults who require ongoing nursing support. Its recognition across both categories underscores the breadth of services available to residents and individuals from the surrounding Marin County community.

As part of Sequoia Living’s Life Plan Communities, each Skilled Nursing center provides professional nursing care and rehabilitation services to community residents and older adults from the surrounding area.

The annual U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes ratings help individuals and families make informed decisions when evaluating nursing homes, assessing quality measures such as staffing, health inspections, and resident outcomes.

Beyond the ratings, this recognition reflects the people behind the care. Sequoia Living’s culture is grounded in three core values: Accountability, Caring, and Teamwork (ACT). These values guide how team members support residents, collaborate with colleagues, and approach their work each day.

“This recognition belongs to our extraordinary team members who bring both heart and expertise to their work every day,” said Sara McVey, President and CEO of Sequoia Living. “Their talent goes far beyond providing excellent care. It’s about building trust, creating meaningful connections, and making a difference in people’s lives. It’s those moments that ignite our mission of healthy and joyful aging.”

To learn more about Sequoia Living, visit sequoialiving.org.

Founded in 1958, Sequoia Living is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing homes and services for healthy, joyful aging. Serving older adults throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, Sequoia Living offers Life Plan Communities, affordable senior housing, and community services that support connection, lifelong learning, and well-being. Guided by its mission and the belief that we should Never Stop Growing, Sequoia Living creates opportunities for older adults to thrive.