San Rafael sits on the northwestern shore of the San Francisco Bay Area. The city and surrounding towns welcome a total of 302 assisted living facilities, which come at an estimated monthly...
Continue reading for an overview of the assisted living communities in the San Rafael area. This guide features a list of 1039 reviews reviews, which receive an overall average of 4.1 out of 5 stars stars.
10495 Old Redwood Hwy, Penngrove, CA 94951
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3121 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, CA 94602
Honoring elders as wisdom keepers and social contributors sets the stage to look at elders in terms of all they offer to those younger in years and experience. We are passionate about learning from elders as elders continue to teach us about life and living. Elder Ashram's aim is to address elders' emotional and spiritual needs as well as attending to their comprehensive healthcare and nutrition.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
$3,250
2352 Shannon Avenue, San Pablo, CA 94806
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2162 West Pueblo Avenue, Napa, CA 94558
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2856 Shane Avenue, Richmond, CA 94806
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40 Shelter creek lane, San Bruno, CA 94066
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748 Vaqueros Avenue, Rodeo, CA 94572
Corinthians Care Home is locally owned assisted living care home with 8 residents. Corinthians Care Home is located in a beautiful quiet neighborhood. We aim to provide the highest quality of care to all residents at all times by making them feel safe, secure and cared for by our team comprising of an experienced caregivers. We recognize and uphold the resident's bill of rights. We respect the dignity and unique worth of each resident. We maintain and promote quality of life by ensuring that opportunities are available, accessible and developed in order that every individual resident is assisted and motivated for growth in all dimensions of life being physical, psychological, and social.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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2415 Olympic Drive, South San Francisco, CA 94080
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194 Canterbury Ave, Daly City, CA 94015
Family Circle Care Home is situated near King Plaza in Daly City, CA. Seniors can enjoy living close to the beautiful Milagra Ridge and the California Golf Club of San Francisco. A bus stop close to the care home offers easy access to city amenities. Family Circle Care Home is an assisted living facility. Seniors live in private suites, and ground floor units are available if required. Staff can offer medication reminders, blood glucose monitoring and one-person assisted transfers as well as continence care and transportation to medical appointments. Residents can enjoy a varied schedule of entertainment, educational activities and exercise. Seniors are encouraged to socialize with fellow residents and stay as active as possible to maintain their independence and dignity. Meals are served, and the meal plan includes freshly prepared dishes and light snacks. Picnics, cookouts and private dining options are available for special occasions.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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5950 Haire Lane, Napa, CA 94558
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27 Carter Ct, El Sobrante, CA 94803
Carter Place is a residential care home in El Sobrante, CA, which is just northeast of Richmond and north of Oakland. Its location offers access to public transportation. Carter Place is also near senior community centers, medical service providers and shopping options, and it's surrounded by rolling hills and trees. Many care options are available at Carter Place, which regularly hosts visiting podiatrists and occupational therapists. Staff members are trained to assist with transfers. Residents can schedule care and medication reminders and exceptions. Catheter and incontinence care is available, and the facility also caters to residents who have issues with disorientation or a lack of awareness. Carter Place's amenities include transportation services and free resident parking. Ground-floor units and units with accessible showers are available. Outdoor common areas offer mountain views and emphasize accessibility and resident mobility, while indoor common areas provide relaxation, quiet enjoyment and socialization. The facility provides all meals for residents.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: California Department of Social Services Licensed Facility Search
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2212 Trower Ave., Napa, CA 94558
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1879 Alan Drive, Penngrove, CA 94951
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570 Rocca, South San Francisco, CA 94080
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431 Ebbets Pass Rd, Vallejo, CA 94589
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1739 Newcomb Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124
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256 Sunset Parkway, Novato, CA 94945
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636 Southmoor Drive, Pacifica, CA 94044
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329 San Pablo Avenue, Millbrae, CA 94030
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3067 Belfast Way, Richmond, CA 94806
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Assisted Living
Michael
4.0
Review of The Vincent
We went to The Vincent. We just took a quick tour. The building is in beautiful shape, but then it's brand new. They just built it last year. The rooms were pretty. They were a little higher end....
Assisted Living
Reviewer RC#0721c
5.0
Review of The Vincent
The Vincent was very nice. The facility was beautiful. The staff member that I spoke to was great. They were very kind, gracious, and polite. The location was great. It's centrally located. It...
Provider response
Thank you so much for your kind and generous words. We are working hard to provide a loving and dignified experience for all people who spend time with us. The Vincent is a new boutique community...
Assisted Living
Matthew
4.0
Review of The Vincent
We toured The Vincent and it was lovely. It was high-end compared to the other facilities that we visited. It looked like a lovely place for people who require such assistance. The staff seemed to...
Provider response
Thank you Matthew. Your kindness and thoughtful words are appreciated very much. You and your loved ones are so important to us and we want to communicate that from the very first visit. Our...
As reported by Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, seniors living in the San Rafael area pay an estimated $7,488 per month for assisted living. The area sees similar pricing to San Francisco, where monthly rates fall around $7,495. However, local costs exceed those seen in nearby Santa Rosa ($7,250). The state capital, Sacramento, stands as a more affordable option, costing about $6,340.
San Rafael
$7,488
California
$6,250
United States
$5,350
Santa Rosa
$7,250
Sacramento
$6,340
San Francisco
$7,495
San Jose
$7,150
Low-income seniors residing in San Rafael may be eligible to apply for government funding to help pay for assisted living. There are currently two programs available: the 1915(c) Assisted Living Waiver program through Medi-Cal and Supplemental Security Income – Category G.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in California page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in California page.
Seniors requiring minimal personal care can benefit from the part-time services of adult day health care. It proves a budget-friendly option at $4,750. Assisted living sees higher pricing at $7,488, as it involves personalized support, programming and amenities in a residential setting. For seniors with complex care needs, nursing homes offer more comprehensive medical support and 24-hour supervision. Rates for semi-private rooms incur a typical cost of $12,775.
Adult Day Health Care
$4,750
Assisted Living Facility
$7,488
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$12,775
Note: Since data for San Rafael is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Napa, instead.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Marin County Aging and Adult Services | (415) 473-4636 | Marin County AAS in San Rafael serves seniors and disabled persons through a multidisciplinary system of support and services. It strives to enhance the quality of life and promote independence by administering a range of programs, including adult protective services, information and assistance, in-home supportive care, the long-term care ombudsman and food assistance. |
| Area Agency on Aging for Marin County | (415) 473-4636 | AAA is the primary funder and administrator of services for adults aged 60 or older throughout the county. It provides services either directly or through contracts with private and nonprofit agencies, including assisted transportation, home-delivered meals, legal services, long-term care ombudsman, disease prevention and health promotion and senior center activities, among others. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (415) 473-7446 | The Marin County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program uses state-certified staff and volunteers to help resolve problems for residents of assisted living and skilled nursing facilities. The ombudsman provides free, confidential services, advocates for the rights of LTC residents and investigates allegations of suspected abuse. |
| STAR and TRIP Volunteer Driver Program | (415) 454-0902 | The STAR and TRIP Volunteer Driver Program helps older adults remain independent by providing mileage reimbursement to individuals who drive them to medical appointments, family visits, shopping excursions, classes, social events or other desired trips. Marin County residents aged 65 or older who are enrolled in Marin Access qualify for the program. If a participant doesn’t have their own volunteer driver, Travel Navigators can help them consider their options. |
| LITA (Love is the Answer) of Marin | (415) 472-5482 | LITA is a nonprofit organization that improves the quality of life for socially isolated residents of any long-term care facility in Marin County by scheduling regular visits with volunteers. There’s no fee for any of the five programs offered, including weekly one-on-one visits with two more members of a family or with pets, elementary class visits throughout the school year and regular visits by musicians for the entire facility. |
San Rafael-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in California are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in California page for more information about these laws.
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