Continuing the Japanese Tradition of Care and Support for Seniors
Since 1971, Kimochi has provided culturally sensitive, Japanese language-based programs and services to 3,000 Bay Area seniors and their families each year. Services include transportation; referral and outreach services; health and consumer education seminars; healthy aging and senior center activities; social services; congregate and home delivered meals; in-home support services; adult social day care; 24-hour residential and respite care.
Health Precautions for All Programs
Kimochi will continue to follow guidelines and recommendations from the San Francisco Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding screening, mask-wearing, social distancing, capacity limits, cleaning, and sanitizing procedures for all programs and services. Telephone and virtual (Zoom) participation will remain available for all programs and services.
Case Management: Social Services
Yoshimi Higuchi, Social Services Coordinator (415) 931-2275
Please make an appointment for in-person meetings
Grace Hulleza, Community Services Services Specialist (415) 931-2294
Reservations are required
Wearing a face mask is recommended
Zoom capability for classes is available
Yoshimi Higuchi, Social Services Coordinator (415) 931-2275
Group meetings with Zoom capability are available
Wearing a face mask is recommended
Reservation is required
Craig Ikuma, Transportation Coordinator (415) 931-2287
Group rides available (ridership per van is limited)
Yoshiko Oehlerking, Nutrition Center Coordinator (415)931-2287
On-site hot lunches
Home-delivered meals
Sandy Ishii, Adult Day Program Coordinator (415)922-9972
Supervised social and recreational activities Monday - Friday at Kimochi Home
Wearing a face mask is required
San Mateo Family Caregiver Support
Terue Shinohara, Support and Wellness Manager (415)725-1920
Group meetings with Zoom capability are available
Wearing a face mask is recommended
Reservations are required
All programs serving the community are funded by the City of San Francisco's Department of Disability and Aging Services.
Help Build Our Kimochi Dedication Wall
Kimochi Friends and Supporters,
In 2021, Kimochi, Inc. proudly celebrated 50 years of dedicated service to Bay Area seniors and their caregivers. Our mission remains strong as we look ahead to the next 50 years—to provide the highest level of quality care, rooted in the Japanese tradition of respect for our elders, for future generations of seniors of all backgrounds.
By 2030, all baby boomers will be over the age of 65. This expansion of our senior population means there will be a growing number of adults who, despite their desire to live independently, may need to rely on the help of others. Kimochi will be there.
We recognize the challenges that lie ahead: a rapidly aging population, families living farther apart, and ongoing uncertainties around government funding. In response, we humbly ask for your support to continue and expand Kimochi’s vital services that help so many seniors live with dignity and independence, delaying or avoiding the need for institutionalization.
To that end, we have the Kimochi Dedication Wall - representing Kimochi’s commitment, together with the commitment of a community of families, friends, donors and volunteers, to be there for future generations of seniors and their caregivers. Our goal is to raise $500,000 in individual and corporate gifts, with all monies dedicated to directly benefit our senior programs and services.
Please help ensure the continued work of Kimochi by supporting the Dedication Wall through a tax-deductible gift or by joining our Legacy Society. We thank you for your consideration and kimochi for our seniors.
With our heartfelt thanks,
Steve Ishii Executive Director
Sandy Mori Co-Founder Steve Nakajo Co-Founder
Download a Dedication Wall Pledge Form or contact Steve Ishii (415) 931-2294
Thank You to Our Agency Sponsors
Thank You to Our Agency Supporter
Support Kimochi's programs & services in our continuum of care for seniors and their families by donating online.
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For more information, please call us at (415) 931-2294 or email kimochikai@kimochi-inc.org.
We need your help and support
As we continue to provide programs and services, support is continually needed. Kimochi actively fundraises to support our many programs and services.
Please consider a gift of any amount to Kimochi. Your support helps us to continue providing programs and services.
Become a member of our Legacy Society and make a gift through our Legacy Giving Program.