J-Sei helps older adults flourish by
J-Sei welcomes you to participate in our community and cultural organization that brings generations and families together to nurture and pass on Nikkei values through a broad array of senior services and cultural programs.
J-Sei Congregate Dining
We have enjoyed visiting and reconnecting with each other for Congregate Dining at J-Sei. We welcome you to join us as we expand our offering to EVERY THURSDAY at 11:30 am. Please RSVP in advance with Kathleen Wong at kathleen@j-sei.org
Book Club
New! K-drama fan club & DVD lending
Stop Anti-Asian Racism
Classes & Events
Art, music, film, or food? Check out the wide range of special events and classes offered now.
Nutrition
Enjoy a Japanese meal with us or seniors can have hot lunches delivered to their homes. Find out more about our nutrition and food pantry programs.
Senior Services
A wide range of programs to help older adults remain at home are offered. Discover our case management, caregiver registry and friendly visitor programs.
J-Sei Home
J-Sei Home is a wonderful, Japanese assisted-living option in San Francisco Bay Area. The 14-bed licensed Residential-Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) provides care based on Nikkei traditions with an emphasis on Japanese and Asian meals, engaging activities and a warm, supportive environment. Caring staff aims to please and the newly renovated home provides a comfortable living environment.
Donate
J-Sei must fundraise over 65% of our budget to provide programs and to support this vibrant community. Learn about different options to give back with a one-time, annual, or planned gift.
Chiura Obata at SFMOMA
Mother’s Day Tour: Chiura Obata at SFMOMA “One of California’s most influential 20th century artists.” Friday, May 10 Visit SFMOMA for a tour with granddaughter and family historian Kimi Kodani Hill. In this exhibition, forty jewel-like watercolors, woodblock...
Day Trip to South San Francisco – Sekimachi at SFO and Tanforan Memorial
Day Trip to South San Francisco: “Kay Sekimachi Weaving Traditions” at SFO and Tanforan Memorial Thursday, May 16 Just across the bay, enjoy an outing to see great art in South San Francisco: “Kay Sekimachi: Weaving Traditions” at the SFO Museum, lunch and visit to...
Cactus Blossoms: Poetry In (and Beyond) Gila River
Cactus Blossoms: Poetry In (and Beyond) Gila River Saturday, May 18 Archeologist Koji Lau-Ozawa and poet Brynn Saito share their journey rediscovering Cactus Blossoms, an anthology of poetry written by high school students who were incarcerated at the Gila River camp...
Summer Sunday Fun-Day
Outdoor Volunteer Fair J-Sei’s Summer Sunday Fun-Day Sunday, July 16 - 11:30 am to 3 pm Join us to enjoy a taste of summer fun at J-Sei as we thank all who are part of the wheels that keep us going - a flurry of volunteers. Bring your family and friends, order special...
J-Sei Congegate Dining Re-Opens
J-Sei Nutrition Program Update We are thrilled to announce that after 3 long years, we have reopened our onsite dining. We welcome you back to enjoy a delicious and nutritious lunch in a congregate setting. Much has changed since we last served meals onsite so to...
COVID 19 Policy Update
J-Sei COVID-19 Policy updated on February 13, 2023 For all J-Sei participants, visitors and volunteers: We no longer require proof of vaccination and booster. We support being cautious and strongly recommend that you wear a mask. Free N95 masks are available onsite....
