Best Memory Care in Novato, CA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 memory care providers in Novato, CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
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
MC
AL
IL
RC
Novato
180
Facility 180
CA AVG 116
Rank #145 / 1,021
A-Yes
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 56
Rank #732 / 1,105
21
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #243 / 956
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #580 / 979
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 12
Rank #65 / 974
62.2%
Facility 62.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #726 / 926
-Wg Tamalpais Creek Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oakmont of Novato
MC
AL
Novato
118
Facility 118
CA AVG 116
Rank #429 / 1,021
CYes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 56
Rank #449 / 1,105
57
24
Facility 24
CA AVG 13
Rank #794 / 956
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 3
Rank #923 / 979
29
Facility 29
CA AVG 12
Rank #81 / 974
72.0%
Facility 72.0%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #519 / 926
A+Oakmont Sr. Lvng. Of Novato Opco LLC And Oakmont Et AlStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Bluffs at Hamilton Hill
MC
AL
Novato
95
Facility 95
CA AVG 116
Rank #564 / 1,021
D+Yes
42
Facility 42
CA AVG 56
Rank #787 / 1,105
47
23
Facility 23
CA AVG 13
Rank #787 / 956
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 3
Rank #902 / 979
4
Facility 4
CA AVG 12
Rank #779 / 974
83.2%
Facility 83.2%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #315 / 926
-Hamilton Hill I, LLC: Msl Community Management LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Novato Healthcare Center
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Novato (Canyon Green)
181
Facility 181
CA AVG 116
Rank #144 / 1,021
D-No
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 56
Rank #449 / 1,105
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95.4%
Facility 95.4%
CA AVG 74.2%
Rank #109 / 926
--Private / Semi-Private Rooms

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other CA memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 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

Discover the attentive care and warmth of The Bluffs at Hamilton Hill, situated in Novato, CA, where supportive services and a vibrant and compassionate environment come together for a truly enriching lifestyle. This community offers a wide range of services, including assisted living and memory care, with personalized support tailored to each resident’s unique needs. The devoted team is passionate about delivering quality care and fostering a joyful and uplifting atmosphere. Residents can also select from comfortable studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments thoughtfully designed to suit individual tastes.

Offering top-tier amenities like a spacious courtyard and creative art classes, The Bluffs at Hamilton Hill promotes social connections and nurtures residents’ emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Each day is carefully planned to bring joy and purpose, making this a wonderful place to call home.

Starting Price $7,500/Month

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Overview of Novato Healthcare Center

Novato Healthcare Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, memory care, palliative care, and respite care in Novato, CA. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering. Palliative care centers on comfort and symptom management, and respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The home has 181 beds, making it a larger community where residents share the setting with more residents and staff and have access to more programming. Private rooms offer one resident a single living space, while semi-private rooms accommodate two residents. If a resident’s needs change, they may be able to move among the community’s care services without leaving the setting, making Novato Healthcare Center a potential fit for someone who needs nursing oversight, memory-related supervision, comfort-focused care, or a short-term stay.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 20 minutes per resident per day, which represents the daily hands-on nursing time assigned to each resident. Wound Care Management and rehabilitation services support residents who need wound treatment or therapy as part of their care. The community is in the Canyon Green neighborhood, accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and has a Walk Score of 65. The area is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby trips independently.

Contact Novato Healthcare Center

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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Memory Care in Novato at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 55/ 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: 144The 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 Memory Care 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.

Does California Medicaid cover memory care?

California Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 4 memory care communities in Novato, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community 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 memory care communities 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.