Atria Tamalpais Creek
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.
Inspection Report Summary for Atria Tamalpais Creek
Atrium Tamalpais Creek has maintained a strong record of compliance with California’s Community Care Licensing regulations throughout the past three years. In the 2021 and 2022 annual infection‑control inspections, the facility demonstrated full adherence to temperature‑logging protocols, mask use, and PPE storage requirements. Fire safety equipment was inspected and found to be up‑to‑date, and food storage and hygiene supplies met Title 22 standards. No deficiencies were cited, and the agency accepted the submitted mitigation program plan. The agency’s request for updated liability insurance and other documentation in 2022 was noted, and the facility complied by the deadline.
During the 2023 case‑management visits, the agency followed up on two resident incidents. An elopement on April 4 prompted the activation of the facility’s elopement protocol; the resident was located, the incident documented, and a reassessment led to the assignment of a private one‑on‑one companion and a revised care plan. A separate incident involving a fractured vertebra on April 6 was reviewed, and the facility clarified that the injury predated residency, updated medication protocols, and instituted two‑hour status checks. In both cases, the facility engaged with residents’ responsible parties, documented all notifications, and the agency cited no deficiencies. The visits also highlighted ongoing use of virtual communication tools and visitor protocols that comply with public health guidance.
Overall, Atrium Tamalpais Creek shows consistent compliance in infection control, emergency preparedness, and resident safety. The facility routinely updates its licensing documentation and responds promptly to agency requests. While the 2022 SOC 341 investigation involving a staff suspension was resolved with no prior history of abuse, the agency’s continued monitoring and the lack of subsequent citations underscore the facility’s commitment to maintaining a safe environment for its residents.

Facility Overview
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Facility ID
Unique ID assigned by the California Department of Social Services for this licensed facility. 216800331
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Facility Type
Indicates the state license category — e.g., RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly). RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
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License Status
Shows whether the facility is currently licensed, closed, or pending renewal. LICENSED
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Licensed Since
Date when the facility’s license was first issued by the state. July 25, 1996
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Licensee / Operator
Entity or organization legally responsible for managing this facility. WG TAMALPAIS CREEK SH LP; ATRIA MANAGEMENT CO LLC
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County
The county where the facility is located. MARIN
Inspection & Compliance
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All Visits
Sum of inspections, complaint visits, and other administrative visits. 17 visits
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Inspections
Formal inspections conducted by the state’s licensing division. 5 inspections
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Other Visits
Administrative or follow-up visits not related to complaints or inspections. 11 visits
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Complaint Visits
Inspections triggered by official complaints filed with the state. 6 complaints
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Citations
Number of deficiencies or violations found during inspections. 1 citation
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Official Report
Opens the facility's official licensing and inspection record on the state regulatory portal. View State Report
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 348 - 404 / 651 / 768 / 693 - 1077 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
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0.8 miles from city center
853 Tamalpais Ave, Novato, CA 94947
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- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: County-managed; waitlists possible.
- Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
- General: Age 65+, California resident, Medicaid-eligible or low-income.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Can hire family as caregivers.
- Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.
- Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
- General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Deferred taxes accrue interest (5% as of 2024); repaid upon sale/death.
- Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.
- Income Limits: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- CA Specifics: Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.
- Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
- 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 Specifics: High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
- General: Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
- CA Specifics: High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.
- Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).
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Community |
Occupancy |
Beds |
Home Revenue |
Owner |
CCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOVATO HEALTHCARE CENTER | 96.6% | 181 | $26,535,633.00 | ASRU LLC | 555844 |
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