MuirWoods Memory Care

MuirWoods Memory Care is a Memory Care Home in California

MuirWoods Memory Care is a Memory Care Home in California

MuirWoods Memory Care

750 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma, CA 94954 View Map

MuirWoods Memory Care is a Memory Care Home in California

MuirWoods Memory Care is a Memory Care Home in California

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Overview of MuirWoods Memory Care

MuirWoods Memory Care is an excellent community in Petaluma, CA dedicated to residents living with the challenges of Alzheimer’s or dementia. The community ensures its residents feel safe and secure in their environment while receiving specialized memory care services. They feature a team of specially-trained caregivers to support residents with their daily activities and thoughtfully identify their preferences and interests for a better delivery of care.

To ensure residents have the opportunities and tools to maintain their overall well-being, the community offers its comprehensive TLC Program for Teaching, Learning, and Connecting. They also utilize an array of technology for promoting connections and wellness, alongside amenities such as a music room, community gardens, and restaurant-style dining. Here, families can keep their peace of mind knowing that their loved one is in great and capable hands.

Home Information MuirWoods Memory Care

Inspection Report Summary for MuirWoods Memory Care

Muirwoods Memory Care Facility, located at 750 North McDowell Boulevard, Petaluma, consistently met basic infection‑control and environmental standards during its 2021 annual evaluation. Inspectors noted a clean, temperature‑controlled environment, adequate supplies of PPE and medications, and proper storage of hazardous materials. Staff compliance with temperature checks, hand‑washing protocols, and the presence of a designated visitor area was documented, and the facility’s mitigation plan had been approved.

In early July, a follow‑up case‑management visit uncovered a critical administrative deficiency: the facility’s current administrator, Brandee Rodriguez, held no active California administrator certificate. The department highlighted that Title 22 requires a qualified administrator for operation, and requested proof of a pending application by July 14, 2021. While no on‑site deficiencies were cited, the lack of credentialed leadership placed the facility in non‑compliance.

A later September visit addressed a medication‑administration error that had been self‑reported for resident R1 on 9/16/2021. The error involved omission of a prescribed drug and substitution with another, though the resident experienced no adverse effects. The department cited specific regulatory deficiencies and required a plan of correction by 10/01/2021. Concurrently, an office‑announced meeting in October highlighted staffing challenges and the use of agency personnel; retraining of medical technicians was underway, and the facility expressed commitment to hiring additional caregivers. These episodes illustrate a pattern of routine operational adequacy punctuated by intermittent lapses in regulatory compliance, particularly in administrative certification and medication safety, for which corrective actions were mandated.

Bed Count
Bed Count (Facility Capacity) Info This is the number of people who can stay here (Facility Capacity).
80
Years in Business
Years in Business
7

Community Stability & Environment

  • Current Availability 49 of 80 beds occupied
    Below Average
    Occupancy rate of 61.3%.
  • Licensed Since Info Date when the facility's license was first issued by California May 25, 2018 Avg operating age
    The facility has been operating for roughly the same duration as comparable communities statewide.
  • Walk Score Info Walk Score in senior living communities measures how easy it is for residents to access essential services and amenities—like grocery stores, parks, pharmacies, and transit—without needing a car. 53 / 100 Somewhat Walkable
    Some errands can be done on foot. Walkable to several amenities, but not all. Sidewalks usually available but may be inconsistent. Car often needed for larger errands or longer distances.

Safety, Compliance & Inspections Overview

  • All Visits Info Total number of inspections, complaint visits, and administrative visits conducted by California regulators. 32 visits Above state average
    These are formal California state inspections. More visits than the statewide average indicate the facility required additional checks or follow-up from regulators.
  • Complaint Visits Info Inspections triggered by official complaints filed with the state. 15 complaints 47% of visits
    These visits are triggered by state-filed complaints. Matching the state average reflects a typical number of concerns for similar facilities.
  • Other Visits Info Administrative or follow-up visits not related to complaints or inspections. 22 visits 69% of visits
    These are extra inspections by state authorities. More than average suggests issues arose outside routine inspections.
  • Citations Info Number of deficiencies or violations identified during inspections conducted by California regulators. 8 citations Above state average
    Citations document regulatory violations. More than average suggests the facility had multiple areas needing correction.
  • Inspection Reports Info Opens the facility's official licensing and inspection record as maintained by the California transparency or regulatory portal. View Inspection Reports

Facility & Licensing Details

  • County Info County in California where the facility is located. SONOMA
  • Facility Type Info Indicates the state-regulated license category used in California (e.g., Residential Care Facility for the Elderly). RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
  • License Status Info Shows whether the facility is currently licensed, closed, or pending renewal in California. LICENSED
  • Licensee / Operator Info Entity or organization legally responsible for managing this facility under California regulations. MUIRWOODS MSL LLC; MSL COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT LLC
  • Regional Office Info State regional office responsible for overseeing this facility. 21

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private Studios / Shared Suites

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Building Type: Single-story

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Dining Services

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Types of Care at MuirWoods Memory Care

Memory Care
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Address 2.8 miles from city center

Address 750 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma, CA 94954

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Comparison Chart

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Type of Care
Location
Bed Options
Bed #
Pets Allowed
BBB Score
Walk Score
Home Owner
CCN
Occupancy
Home Revenue
MuirWoods Memory Care
MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Petaluma
Private Studios / Shared Suites
80
Yes
N/A
53
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Atherton Court Alzheimer’s Residence
MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Fremont
Semi-Private Rooms
40
No
N/A
60
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Milan Villa Senior Living
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

HC

Hospice Care

IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Livermore
Studio / Semi-Private Rooms
24
No
N/A
74
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Livermore Valley Senior Living
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

Livermore
Studio / Semi-Private Rooms
20
No
A+
84
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Autumn Glow Alzheimer’s Care Home
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Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

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N/A
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N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A

Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for California Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Multipurpose Senior Services Program
MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)
  • 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.
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
  • 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).
Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)
  • 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).
Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)
  • 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).
Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)
CA ALW
  • 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.
California CARES Program
CA CARES
  • 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).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  • 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).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for California Seniors

MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Multipurpose Senior Services Program

Requirements:
  • 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.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home support (4-6 hours/day), respite care (14 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (8 trips/month), care management.
California IHSS

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

Requirements:
  • 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.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (up to 283 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
CA MSSP

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP)

Requirements:
  • 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.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Case management, respite care (up to 10 days/year), minor home mods (avg. $500), adult day care (~$50/day).
CA PTP

Property Tax Postponement Program (PTP)

Requirements:
  • 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.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Property tax deferral (avg. $1,000-$3,000/year, varies by county).
CA ALW

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Requirements:
  • 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.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care in ALFs (5-7 hours/day), medication management, social services.
CA CARES

California CARES Program

Requirements:
  • 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.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
CA LIHEAP

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Requirements:
  • 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.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Utility payments (avg. $500-$1,000/year), weatherization (e.g., insulation, avg. $1,000-$3,000 savings).

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