Cadence Millbrae by Cogir

Overview of Cadence Millbrae by Cogir

Cadence at Millbrae has a solid reputation for offering quality assisted living and memory care with independent living care. The nurturing environment empowers and enhances residents’ quality of life by providing tailored care to each unique individual. The vibrant community follows a resident-centered approach to holistic wellness for seniors. Cadence at Millbrae is a pleasant, home-like environment where residents can boost their rich social life.

The premier senior home is known for being a different kind of retirement home; they ensure that residents keep their individuality while pursuing an enriched life. To keep the residents active and allow them to maintain a healthy lifestyle, the staff plans engaging activities and programs– recreational activities, fitness activities, and entertainment programs in the library, media room, or social areas.

Facility Direct Line (650) 648-4939

165-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

7 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 93 / 100

Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

85%

Higher than the California average: 72.8%

Occupied beds

140 / 165

Average occupied beds in California homes 87 beds

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly

IssuanceAugust 1, 2018

CountySan Mateo

RCFE Number#415601039

Cadence Millbrae by Cogir is legally operated by 1201 Broadway-Operator LLC and Cadence Sl Millbrae LLC, and administered by Holly Suiter.

Wheelchair Accessible

Emergency SystemsYes

Safety FeaturesEmergency call system, on-site security system.

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Short-Term Rehab

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

Private Bathrooms With Walk-In Showers

24/7 Concierge Services

On-Site Care

Restaurant-Style Dining

Room Service

Cafe/Bistro

Happy Hour

Full-Service Salon And Barbershop

Religious Services

Fitness Studio

Pet Therapy

Telemed Room

Music Therapy

Activities And Game Rooms

Art Studio

Movie Theater

Courtyard And Walking Paths

Community Wifi

Laundry Service

Art Gallery

Library

Social Outings

Fire-Pit

Garden + Community Grounds

Occupational Therapy

Physical Therapy

Podiatry

Visiting Physician

Religious Services

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 13 citations 29 total visits 14 complaint visits 3 official inspections 13 complaint investigations

Inspection Score

14 points below the California average for assisted living residences (81/100)

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. California state average

Overall vs. CA average

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	13	10	This facility has 30% more total citations than a typical California assisted living residence (13 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 30% worse
Serious citations (Type A) Citations that pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety. Type A citations are the most serious and typically require prompt corrective action.	9	3	This facility has 200% more serious citations (type a) than a typical California assisted living residence (9 vs. CA avg 3).↑ 200% worse Rank #1029 / 1159 Serious citations (Type A) — State benchmarked This home is ranked 1029th out of 1159 homes in California for # of serious citations. Shows this facility's # of serious citations compared to the California average among 1159 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Moderate citations (Type B) Citations that do not pose an immediate risk but still represent a departure from required care or operational standards.	4	4	This facility has moderate citations (type b) in line with the California average (4 vs. CA avg 4).— At avg
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	0.4	3.3	This facility has 88% fewer citations per inspection than a typical California assisted living residence (0.4 vs. CA avg 3.3).↓ 88% better

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	CA Average	vs. CA Avg
Total visits Combined count of complaint visits, other regulatory visits, and official scheduled inspections.	29	16	This facility has 81% more total visits than a typical California assisted living residence (29 vs. CA avg 16).↑ 81% worse
Complaint visits On-site visits triggered by formal complaints filed by residents, families, or staff.	14	13	This facility has 8% more complaint visits than a typical California assisted living residence (14 vs. CA avg 13).↑ 8% worse Rank #991 / 1386 Complaint visits — State benchmarked This home is ranked 991st out of 1386 homes in California for # of complaint visits. Shows this facility's # of complaint visits compared to the California average among 1386 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in California that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Other visits Regulatory visits that are neither routine inspections nor complaint investigations — administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, licensing-related visits.	12	7	This facility has 71% more other visits than a typical California assisted living residence (12 vs. CA avg 7).↑ 71% worse
Official inspections Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators to evaluate whether the facility meets federal and state standards.	3	4	This facility has 25% fewer official inspections than a typical California assisted living residence (3 vs. CA avg 4).↓ 25% better
Complaint investigations On-site investigations triggered by complaints filed with California regulators.	13	10	This facility has 30% more complaint investigations than a typical California assisted living residence (13 vs. CA avg 10).↑ 30% worse

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on November 25, 2025, substantiated one deficiency for resident abuse by a med-tech, who was terminated; no injury was found on the resident.
Multiple prior complaint investigations in 2024 substantiated failures in medication administration, resident supervision, and fall risk reassessment, resulting in harm-level citations and immediate health and safety risks.
The August 27, 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies, while several complaint investigations since 2022 were unsubstantiated or unfounded, showing mixed compliance trends.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 225 - 425 / 325 - 575 sq. ft

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise Building

Beauty Services

Parking Available

Exercise Programs

Transportation Services

Housekeeping Services

Safety Systems

Recreational Activities

Type of Rooms Available

1 / 4

Studio

480 sq. ft

1 / 4

1 Bed

327 - 490 sq. ft

Managed by Holly Suiter

Executive Director

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Cadence Millbrae by Cogir

1.3 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Millbrae's city center to Cadence Millbrae by Cogir's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.02 miles to nearest hospital (Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center)

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Info below is compiled from the CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.


The Magnolia of Millbrae	AL RC	Millbrae	180 Facility 180 CA AVG 104 Rank #210 / 1644	Yes	89 Facility 89 CA AVG 57 Rank #195 / 2087	95 Facility 95 CA AVG 81 Rank #108 / 1400	4	1 Facility 1 CA AVG 13 Rank #210 / 1386	0 Facility 0 CA AVG 3 Rank #1 / 1159	27 Facility 27 CA AVG 13 Rank #185 / 1497	76.1%	A+	Magnolia Of Millbrae, Inc	1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cadence Millbrae by Cogir	AL IL MC	Millbrae	165 Facility 165 CA AVG 104 Rank #275 / 1644	Yes	93 Facility 93 CA AVG 57 Rank #111 / 2087	67 Facility 67 CA AVG 81 Rank #1156 / 1400	3	14 Facility 14 CA AVG 13 Rank #991 / 1386	9 Facility 9 CA AVG 3 Rank #1029 / 1159	7 Facility 7 CA AVG 13 Rank #815 / 1497	84.8%	-	1201 Broadway-Operator LLC And Cadence Sl Millbrae LLC	Studio / 1 Bed

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Multipurpose Senior Services Program

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

County-managed; waitlists possible.

Benefits

In-home support (4-6 hours/day) Respite care (14 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (8 trips/month) Care management

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

Age 65+

General California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medi-Cal threshold

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Can hire family as caregivers.

Benefits

Personal care (up to 283 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

CA MSSP

Age 65+

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible but community-capable.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

Benefits

Case management Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Minor home mods (avg. $500) Adult day care (~$50/day)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

CA PTP

Age 62+

General California resident, own and live in home, 40% equity.

Income Limits (2025) ~$51,500/year household, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Equity-based; no strict asset cap.

Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits

Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled

General California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

Income Limits ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

Benefits

Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day) Medication management Social services

California CARES Program

CA CARES

Age —

General Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

Income Limits No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Asset Limits Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Benefits

Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Counseling (4-6 sessions/year) Training (2-3 workshops/year) Supplies (~$200/year)

Who is the owner of Cadence Millbrae by Cogir?

Cadence Millbrae by Cogir is legally operated by 1201 Broadway-Operator LLC and Cadence Sl Millbrae LLC, and administered by Holly Suiter.

Is Cadence Millbrae by Cogir in a walkable area?

Cadence Millbrae by Cogir has a walk score of 93. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Cadence Millbrae by Cogir?

Cadence Millbrae by Cogir's occupancy is 85%.

How long has Cadence Millbrae by Cogir been in business?

Cadence Millbrae by Cogir has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Cadence Millbrae by Cogir have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Cadence Millbrae by Cogir on this page.

Are pets allowed at Cadence Millbrae by Cogir?

Yes, Cadence Millbrae by Cogir allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Cadence Millbrae by Cogir?

Holly Suiter is the administrator of Cadence Millbrae by Cogir.

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Inspection History

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the California state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Inspections & Visits State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

What does this home offer?

Type of Rooms Available

Managed by Holly Suiter

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Cadence Millbrae by Cogir

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Studio

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Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in California

Multipurpose Senior Services Program

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

California CARES Program

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