Best Assisted Living in Novato, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 5 assisted living communities in Novato, CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in CA
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
A complaint visit is an unannounced on-site visit by California's Community Care Licensing Division to investigate a complaint about the community, filed by a resident, a family member, staff or anyone else. A visit means a complaint was looked into, not that it was proven: the state may find it substantiated, inconclusive or unfounded. Fewer visits is better.
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Atria Tamalpais Creek
AL
IL
MC
RC
Novato
180
Facility 180
CA AVG 74
Rank #186 / 2,023
A-Yes
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 56
Rank #927 / 1,409
21
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 6
Rank #915 / 1,965
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,348 / 2,011
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 11
Rank #113 / 1,980
62.2%
Facility 62.2%
CA AVG 76.5%
Rank #1,466 / 1,829
-Wg Tamalpais Creek Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakmont of Novato
AL
MC
Novato
118
Facility 118
CA AVG 74
Rank #538 / 2,023
CYes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 56
Rank #571 / 1,409
57
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 6
Rank #1,760 / 1,965
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,935 / 2,011
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 11
Rank #131 / 1,980
72.0%
Facility 72.0%
CA AVG 76.5%
Rank #1,103 / 1,829
A+Oakmont Sr. Lvng. Of Novato Opco LLC And Oakmont Et AlStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Bluffs at Hamilton Hill
AL
MC
Novato
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 74
Rank #684 / 2,023
C-Yes
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 56
Rank #998 / 1,409
47
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 6
Rank #1,751 / 1,965
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,905 / 2,011
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 11
Rank #1,368 / 1,980
83.2%
Facility 83.2%
CA AVG 76.5%
Rank #837 / 1,829
-Hamilton Hill I, LLC: Msl Community Management LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Creekwood Senior Home
AL
Novato
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 74
Rank #878 / 2,023
B+No-9
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 6
Rank #536 / 1,965
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,125 / 2,011
21
Facility 21
CA AVG 11
Rank #355 / 1,980
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
CA AVG 76.5%
Rank #1,622 / 1,829
-Sauve Partners, Inc-
Anton Pointe
AL
MC
Novato
10
Facility 10
CA AVG 74
Rank #1,110 / 2,023
DNo-18
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 6
Rank #1,199 / 1,965
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 3
Rank #1,869 / 2,011
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 11
Rank #1,368 / 1,980
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
CA AVG 76.5%
Rank #456 / 1,829
-Cleda Odiwe & Ken Odiwe-

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other CA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 analyzed for Novato. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Atria Tamalpais Creek

Live comfortably and safely with Atria Tamalpais Creek located in Tamalpais Avenue, Novato, CA. The community offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. With homey and spacious floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments equipped with kitchens or kitchenettes and individual thermostat controls, the community ensures relaxation and security. Focusing on the seniors’ independence and individuality, Atria Tamalpais Creek ensures that they receive proper care and assistance that perfectly matches their needs and preferences.

Atria Tamalpais Creek is committed to giving its residents a better quality of life, encouraging them to remain active and connected. The community serves three chef-prepared healthy and delicious meals daily to ensure that residents’ dietary needs are satisfied. With pet-friendly amenities including a courtyard, an outdoor dining space, grill, and fireplace, a library, a media room, a movie theater, a fitness center, a salon and spa, a game room, computers, a resident garden, a peaceful patio, and serene walking paths, the community ensures the enjoyment and wellness of its residents.

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Oakmont of Novato

1465 S Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947
Overview of Oakmont of Novato

Oakmont of Novato offers assisted living and memory care in Novato, CA. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With both care levels, the community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 118 beds, with studios, suites, one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet. Families involved in a resident’s care can also receive caregiver support. A Walk Score of 65 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach certain destinations independently. Scott Davis serves as the administrator.

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The Bluffs at Hamilton Hill

1 Hamilton Hill Dr, Novato, CA 94949
Overview of The Bluffs at Hamilton Hill

Operating since 2022, The Bluffs at Hamilton Hill offers assisted living and memory care in Novato, California. Residents receive assistance for daily tasks, including bathing and medication. With its secure environment, the community welcomes older adults with memory-related conditions.

With 95 beds, the community offers a variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts. Pets are also allowed, so a resident may keep an animal companion. Moreover, fitness and recreation programs also provide opportunities for engagement and wellness. Transportation services are also available for convenience.

Meanwhile, a Walk Score of 42 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. Melon Rivera serves as administrator, and Hamilton Hill I: Msl Community Management operates the community.

Starting Price $7,500/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Overview of Creekwood Senior Home

Creekwood Senior Home is an assisted living community in Novato, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while respite care provides short stays when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination may suit someone who needs day-to-day support and a family that also needs a temporary care arrangement. The home has 62 beds and offers private and semi-private rooms, with a private room for one resident and a semi-private room shared by residents.

The starting price is $8,000 per month, with a $2,500 move-in deposit, so families planning admission need to budget for both the recurring charge and the upfront deposit. Residents can use a gazebo, and select rooms have patio doors to the grounds, providing outdoor access on site.

Daily exercise and holiday and birthday celebrations with entertainers provide scheduled activities. A wander guard security system and gated, alarmed front and back entrances support controlled access around the home, which is operated by Sauve Partners.

Starting Price $8,000/Month Info Pricing updated on October 14th, 2026

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Anton Pointe

1470 South Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947

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Overview of Anton Pointe

Anton Pointe offers assisted living and memory care in Novato, CA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while memory care provides supervision in a secured setting for residents at risk of wandering. With 10 beds, the community has a smaller setting where residents and staff can get to know one another. The range of care may suit someone whose needs could grow over time.

Residents can choose a private room or a semi-private room, with either a single occupant or a shared arrangement. Respite care is available for short stays, giving a family caregiver time to travel or recover. Scheduled options include educational and cultural programs, wellness programs, holiday and birthday celebrations, and time in the TV and music lounge. These provide structured activities as well as places for recreation.

Anton Pointe is operated by Cleda Odiwe and Ken Odiwe. A formal dining room gives residents a designated place for meals, while the living area provides space for shared daily activities.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Novato at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 51/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Novato, CA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 93The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Novato, CA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Novato, CA

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in California?

Assisted living in California supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in California?

Assisted living in California is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does California Medicaid cover assisted living?

California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including California) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 5 assisted living facilities in Novato, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Novato, CA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Novato, CA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Novato, CA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.