Deer Park Retirement Community

Deer Park Retirement Community

Overview of Deer Park Retirement Community

Located in the serene city of Novato, CA, Deer Park Retirement Community combines vibrant living with exceptional care. This community provides options for independent living, aimed at enhancing residents’ quality of life with compassionate and personalized support. Through comprehensive assessments, the dedicated team tailors care to meet each individual’s unique needs, creating a warm and welcoming environment. Residents can also choose from cozy apartments, designed for comfort and personal space.

With amenities like a hair salon and a fully equipped fitness center, Deer Park Retirement Community promotes wellness and an active lifestyle. Well-designed social areas and engaging activities ensure each day is filled with meaningful experiences and joy. Every detail is thoughtfully crafted to uplift, inspire, and celebrate the pleasure of daily living.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #153 / 405Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 153rd out of 405 independent living communities we track in California for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other California facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in California that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
16 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #434 / 641Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 434th out of 641 independent living communities we track in California for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across California facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in California that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
48 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 408 / 560 / 665 / 914 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Movie Theater

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Deer Park Retirement Community

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Address 0.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Novato's city center to Deer Park Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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.
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
IL
AL
MC
RC
Novato
180
Facility 180
CA AVG 167
Rank #118 / 412
Yes
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 59
Rank #446 / 641
21
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 13
Rank #63 / 394
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #240 / 401
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 15
Rank #50 / 405
62.2%
Facility 62.2%
CA AVG 71.6%
Rank #266 / 363
-Wg Tamalpais Creek Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Deer Park Retirement Community
IL
Novato (Canyon Green)-Yes
48
Facility 48
CA AVG 59
Rank #434 / 641
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16
Facility 16
CA AVG 15
Rank #153 / 405
-A+-Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other CA independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in California

Deer Park Retirement Community is located in Novato, California.
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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).
CA

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
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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
CA

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.
CA

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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Deer Park Retirement Community

What neighborhood is Deer Park Retirement Community in?

Deer Park Retirement Community is in the Canyon Green neighborhood of Novato.

Is Deer Park Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Deer Park Retirement Community has a walk score of 48. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Deer Park Retirement Community been in business?

Deer Park Retirement Community has been operating for approximately 16 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Deer Park Retirement Community?

Yes, Deer Park Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Deer Park Retirement Community?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Deer Park Retirement Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Deer Park Retirement Community provide?

Deer Park Retirement Community offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Deer Park Retirement Community?

Deer Park Retirement Community is located at 646 Canyon Rd, Novato, CA 94947.

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