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State licensedAssisted Living
Atria Tamalpais Creek
Novato, CaliforniaState inspected Sep 17, 2026, 4 citations since 2022
About Atria Tamalpais Creek
Atria Tamalpais Creek brings personalized assisted living to Novato, California, where trained staff support daily activities while residents maintain independence and dignity. Our community prioritizes meaningful connections and individualized care plans tailored to each person's needs.
Community at a glance
Capacity
180 residents
State license
#216800331, Licensed
Location
Novato, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
853 Tamalpais Ave, Novato, California 94947
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Atria Tamalpais Creek. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Atria Tamalpais Creek on September 17, 2026.
Since May 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 4 complaint visits and 14 other visits.
Inspectors issued 4 Type A citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 3 complaints, and substantiated none of the allegations.
Last visit
Sep 17, 2026
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
4
Type B citations
0
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Other visits | 14 | 4 | 0 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on May 19, 2026, May 15, 2025, Jul 3, 2024, Jun 20, 2023, May 31, 2022.
Complaints
- July 9, 20261 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded
- February 26, 20251 unsubstantiated
- April 11, 20231 unsubstantiated
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 216800331
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 180 residents
- Licensed since
- July 25, 1996
- Licensee
- Wg Tamalpais Creek Sh Lp; Atria Management Co LLC
- Administrator
- Tanchoco, Corrine
Location
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853 Tamalpais AveNovato, CA 94947
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Atria Tamalpais Creek had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Atria Tamalpais Creek 4 Type A citations and 0 Type B citations since May 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Atria Tamalpais Creek last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on September 17, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Atria Tamalpais Creek?+
The state investigated 3 complaints since May 2022. Of the allegations, 0 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 3 unsubstantiated and 1 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.