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10 Best Nursing Homes in Novato, CA

Last Updated: 11/19/24

If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Novato nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Novato, CA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Novato or another care type is right for you. Browse 24 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Novato.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Petaluma, Petaluma or Ignacio.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Novato, CA

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Last Updated: 11/19/24
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The Inn on Villa Lane in Napa, CA
4.4

Staff is friendly and caring. The Inn is clean, but they are short staffed (like every other facility). Things like cleaning carpet can be delayed. Communication with family is excellent. The move in process was very good. Facilities helped with any hanging of pictures or installation of mobility aids. They have a chef and the meals are very good. There are always "not on the menu" options if she doesn't care for what's offered. They are looking to hire a couple of key employees who left due to long commutes. They need to fill those spots. My family would recommend the facility. It's not too big. Very much like family.

Springfield Place in Petaluma, CA
4.0

We toured a few different communities and this one seemed to be the best fit for my mom. She is doing well here.She is starting to meet new residents and make some friends. She is participating in some of the activities. She really likes the food. The community is always clean and well maintained.

Nazareth Classic Care of Napa
5.0

My loved one thinks highly of the food. I have talked to the caregivers that assist my loved one. These caregivers call me and inform of anything going on with my loved. I believe the staff is very friendly. The community is taking care of my loved one. I am able to drop in and see my loved one through a window. My loved one always seems to be clean when I visit her at the window.

Atria Tamalpais Creek

853 Tamalpais Avenue, Novato, CA 94947

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41 reviews

Great property and staff! I moved my 90+ year old father from out of state into Atria's assisted living property. He's been there about 8 months and we're very happy with our choice. I did a lot of research...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Atria Tamalpais Creek is an enriching senior living community in Novato that promotes independence and active lifestyles. With an event-filled social calendar and amenities like a fitness center, outdoor garden and salon and spa, our residents enjoy an environment that encourages them to remain...

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The Bluffs at Hamilton Hill

1 Hamilton Hill Drive, Novato, CA 94949

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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3 reviews

I thought the facility was above and beyond what it needed to be - a little expensive- but certainly worth it- I'd recommend them- it is a great place for your loved ones.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Situated in the heart of Hamilton Field with beautiful bay and mountain views, The Bluffs at Hamilton Hill is a relaxed luxury senior living community located near Novato Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Terra Linda and MarinHealth Medical Center as well as Hamilton Marketplace, Vintage Oaks...

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Drake Terrace

275 Los Ranchitos Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903

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7 reviews

They are very communicative about the resident's status, concerns, etc. And very genuine and have the best interests of the resident and family in mind. We're very happy there.

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Drake Terrace allows you the freedom to express yourself as you continue to learn and grow in this enriching environment. Whether you choose Independent Living, Assisted Living or Memory Care, you will have many opportunities to participate in the heart and soul of this vibrant community....

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Windchime of Marin

1111 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, Kentfield, CA 94904

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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11 reviews

I would rate Windchime as 5 on questions - 1-6. Can't really grade them on value for money as it is expensive but not sure what others are charging. Staff are involved, caring and friendly. Very different...

Provides: Memory Care
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WindChime is Marin County's specialized Alzheimer's and dementia care facility, nestled in a wooded residential area of Kentfield near the College of Marin. Our community features an award-winning dining program, landscaped gardens, a dynamic resident-centered activity program, two residential...

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Aldersly, a CCRC

326 Mission Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901

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My tour of Aldersly was very helpful in the search for a retirement living home. The property is lovely, and convenient to the people and places of importance to me. The administrator and staff in the...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care

111 Merrydale Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903

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17 reviews

The staff at Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care is very attentive and kind. My mom's room and laundry are always clean. The communication with the family about events and any issues is superb. The move in...

Provides: Memory Care
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Cogir of San Rafael Memory Care is a full-service, pet friendly senior community for those touched by Dementia, along with hospice care and respite care. Housed in a former boutique hotel in a residential area of sunny San Rafael. With easy access to the top healthcare facilities, Napa & Sonoma...

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The Vincent

1 Las Gallinas Ave, San Rafael, CA 94903

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7 reviews

Both of my parents recently moved into Oakmont of San Rafael from out of state. We spent more than a year looking at places, and I have learned that it is alllll about the people. Many places are beautiful...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Oakmont of Novato

1465 South Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947

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9 reviews

The community overall is a nice place and the staff is very friendly. The community is kept neat and clean and my loved one really enjoys the food. They have activities going on in the community and I...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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From the moment you arrive at Oakmont of Novato you step into luxury and elegance. You will realize that this way of life exceeds all your expectations. At Oakmont of Novato, you are living in a beautiful community, in an exquisite area blessed with beautiful blue skies and rolling hills with...

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AlmaVia of San Rafael

515 Northgate Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903

14 reviews

I chose this community because it was recommended that my mother needed memory care. The care was very giving, but we were asked to hire overnight caregivers because she would get up night,which was an...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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'Residents are the heart of our community.'  AlmaVia of San Rafael is a faith-based, non-profit Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) which includes independent and assisted living, as well as a specialized area for memory care called, Bridgehaven. We offer studio,...

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Bello Gardens

46 Mariposa Ave, San Anselmo, CA 94960

4 reviews

Incredible staff, lovely setting and [Name removed] .

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Bello Gardens Assisted Living is located at 46 Mariposa Ave, San Anselmo, CA 94960. The services provided consist of independent living, respite care, memory care, hospice care and assisted living. We are known for our beautiful landscape blended with a Mediterranean concept. We provide...

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Greenwood Assisted Living

233 West End Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901

4 reviews

My mother seems happier, and looks much better. So far, we are very pleased.

Provides: Memory Care

Harmony House is a unique place where people suffering from Alzheimer's and other dementing illnesses can still enjoy life. People don't lose their humanity when they lose their memory skills. What people who live with a dementing illness lose is their ability to live comfortably in society. They...

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Creekwood Senior Home

830 Tamalpais Ave., Novato, CA 94947

1 review
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Senior Access

1905 Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947

Provides: Memory Care

Senior Access

1905 Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947

Provides: Memory Care

Golden Home Extended Care, Inc

1234 Las Gallinas Ave, San Rafael, CA 94903

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

A Golden Home Extended Care, Inc. is a senior assisted living facility and micro community located in Marin County. A Golden Home is located at 1234 Las Gallinas Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94903. It is a beautiful apartment-style community just minutes away from the nearest hospital. This...

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Northgate Convalescent Hosp

40 Professional Center Pkwy, San Rafael, CA 94903

Provides: Nursing Homes

Nazareth House

245 Nova Albion Way, San Rafael, CA 94903

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Provides: Assisted Living

Nazareth House, San Rafael, opened in 1962 is a nonprofit retirement home offering full-service residential care and assisted living for approximately 126 residents. It is one of 58 facilities throughout the world owned and operated by the Sisters of Nazareth. Our aim is to provide for the...

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Rafael Convalescent Hospital

234 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903

Provides: Nursing Homes

Care Meridian

2390 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, Fairfax, CA 94930

Provides: Nursing Homes

Mc Garr House II

931 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo, CA 94960

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

All Saints Extended Care

1373 Lincoln Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901

Provides: Nursing Homes

Greenwood Assisted Living

233 West End Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

St Michael's

416 4th St, San Rafael, CA 94901

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Here at St. MichaelÆs, we cater to residents who need a secure and safe place to spend their golden years. Our caring staff greets each resident in the morning with a smile. We offer numerous recreational activities that residents can partake in, and we encourage families to get involved as well....

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Kentfield Rehabilitation Hosp

1125 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Kentfield, CA 94904

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What are nursing homes?

Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide long-term care for seniors with significant physical or mental health conditions, and short-term care to people recovering from an injury or hospital stay. Nursing homes provide personal assistance and medical care from licensed professionals. Services in skilled nursing facilities often include:

  • Help with personal care
  • Rehabilitation care, including physical and speech therapy
  • Mobility assistance
  • Palliative and hospice care
  • Health care services
  • Complimentary transportation
  • 24-hour care and supervision
Complete guide to nursing homes

Novato, California

Nursing Homes

A nursing home is a complex that offers lodging to at least two persons who are not related by marriage or by blood to the administrator. This type of complex provides its occupants with around-the-clock care administered by registered nurses. These nurses offer care for people who are unable to take care of themselves because of mental or physical conditions.

Nursing homes can be a convenient and comfortable care option for individuals 65 years and above, however nursing homes will frequently admit individuals 55 and greater rarely heard of in senior care regarding alternate care types. A large portion of nursing home inhabitants are individuals who have a physical or mental disability, require assistance with daily tasks such as getting dressed, have incontinence issues, or experience difficulty seeing and hearing. Many occupants of nursing homes are seniors with . These can encompass verbal antagonism, resisting help, or a propensity to wander. Many residents tend to be bachelors or widows who have smaller social support groups, and almost 50% of nursing home residents are over the age of 85. Examples of amenities and services offered at nursing homes might include intravenous or nutrition therapy, adult day services , monitoring of medication, and home care (like cooking, cleaning, or help with other daily activities). Nursing homes are required to provide a professionallly directed program of activities, emergency dental services, dietary services, and room and bed maintenance services to residents.

Cost of Living

The community in which a care community is located could have a big effect on community price. Cost of living is a motivating factor in determining which care option meets the needs of your loved one’s needs. Novato has a median home value of around $677,599 and the median cost of rent is $2,223 per month per month. The rent burden for Novato is about 24.1% of the average person’s monthly income.

Demographics and Values

In terms of education, 16.3% have a high-school diploma, 16.6% have a graduate degree, and 44.1% have a college degree. Racially, the population of Novato is 0.2% Native American, 7.0% Asian, 2.3% black, 5.2% mixed race, 0.1% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 20.3% Hispanic, 73.3% white, and 11.9% other or not specified. The total population of Novato consists of 55,980 people. Novato has a population density of 787 people per square mile. In Novato, 9.9% have some form of disability, 7.9% live in poverty, 6.0% do not have health insurance, and 65.5% participate in the labor force. In Novato, 6.5% of the population are veterans of the United States armed forces. Out of the total city population, 51.2% are female and 48.8% are male. The median age of Novato is 45 years old.

State Information

An overview of California

Residents of California enjoy its natural beauty which ranks 5th in the United States. Out of a national average of 100, California has a cost of living index rating of 139, a grocery index rating of 121, and a housing index rating of 227. There are 391 hospitals and 1,108 health centers that service a population of 39,715,372. Mills-peninsula Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, and And Santa Monica’s UCLA Medical Center and Orthopedic Hospital are among the top three highest ranked hospitals in the state. Overall, California ranks 19th out of all states in quality of life and 7th in healthcare.

Social demographics of the state

In the last presidential election 62% of California residents voted Democrat and 32% voted Republican. In California, 26% of the population is over the age of 55. The median age in the state is 37. In terms of religious values, 31% of California’s population regularly attend some form of service and there are in total 23,558 different congregations. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-2%, Buddhist-2%, and Hindu-2%, with the most common Christian denominations consisting of Evangelical Protestant-20%, Mainline Protestant-10%, and Historically Black Protestant-2%. In California there are 395 masonic lodges. The state of California ranks 1st in the country for diversity and the state is considered very LGBTQ friendly.

State-wide weather information

The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of December at around 16.26 inches. The average monthly precipitation for the state of California is around 2.04 inches. The average humidity across the state is 61%. The highest monthly average humidity rating is 81% in the month of July. The average temperature in the summer rises to around 71F. The average high summer temperature is around 116F in the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 34F during the month of June. The average temperature in the winter falls to around 47F. The average high winter temperature is around 76F in the month of February. The average low temperature during the winter drops to around 8F in the month of January. On average, California has an air quality index rating of around 57.1 AQI. The highest seasonal air quality index rating occurs in the month of August with a rating of 83.0 AQI. While residents of California mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in California can include earthquakes (high), floods, and and tornadoes.

Wildlife to be found in California

The state of California has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of California juniper, sequoia, western cypress, and California fan palm. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the coyotes, the snakes, the whales, or the cougars. The state animal of California is the California grizzly bear.

Disclosure: A Place for Mom refers to "nursing home" here generally as an umbrella term to include assisted living facilities. It is not used to indicate that the facility meets official state requirements for level of care of a skilled nursing facility, as defined in that particular jurisdiction.

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