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Deer Park Retirement Community
Independent Living · Novato, CA
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Deer Park Retirement Community

Independent Living · Novato, CA
646 Canyon Rd, Novato, CA 94947 View map
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Overview of Deer Park Retirement Community

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Deer Park Retirement Community is an independent living community in Novato, California, in the Canyon Green neighborhood. Sunshine Retirement Living operates the community. Independent living here means private living with community services and no daily care, so it may suit someone who wants an apartment setting without daily assistance.

The community has 85 apartments. Studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts are available, with a studio offering one private living space and larger apartments providing separate bedroom space or room for a companion. Independent living starts at $4,100 per month, giving families a starting point for budgeting. A fitness room supports exercise on site, while the hair salon and barber shop offer grooming services within the community; the library and game room provide places for reading and games, and pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet with them. A Walk Score of 48 places the area in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride.

Facility Direct Line (415) 300-2760
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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 #160 / 444Years in operation — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 160th out of 444 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.
16 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #431 / 634Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 431st out of 634 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.
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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Pricing & Financial Information

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Starting Price
$4,100/Month

Additional Services

4 services
MaintenanceListed as: On-call maintenance
Utilities IncludedListed as: All utilities included (except personal phone)
TransportationListed as: Door-to-door transportation
Concierge

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Beauty Salon
Library
Game Room
Wi-Fi
Wheelchair Accessible
Movie Theater
Outdoor Common Spaces
Tv Lounge
Ionized Air Filtering
Emergency Call System

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Studio 408 sq ft
1 Bedroom 560 sq ft
2 Bedroom 914 sq ft
In-Room Features
In-Unit Kitchenette With Refrigerator Private Patio Or Deck (Select Units)

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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.
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
IL
AL
MC
RC
Novato
180
Facility 180
CA AVG 159
Rank #123 / 450
Yes
47
Facility 47
CA AVG 59
Rank #443 / 634
21
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 6
Rank #87 / 432
3
Facility 3
CA AVG 3
Rank #272 / 439
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 15
Rank #52 / 444
62.2%
Facility 62.2%
CA AVG 72.5%
Rank #296 / 396
-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 #431 / 634
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16
Facility 16
CA AVG 15
Rank #160 / 444
-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

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in California

Deer Park Retirement Community is located in Novato, California.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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).
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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.

How much does Deer Park Retirement Community cost per month?

Pricing at Deer Park Retirement Community starts at $4,100 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

Are there photos of Deer Park Retirement Community?

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What levels of care does Deer Park Retirement Community provide?

Deer Park Retirement Community offers Independent Living.

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