Almavia Of San Rafael
State licensed515 Northgate Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
Gentle Home Care
San Rafael, CaliforniaState inspected Jun 9, 2026, 3 citations since 2021
About Gentle Home Care
Gentle Home Care provides compassionate assisted living support in San Rafael, California, where experienced caregivers focus on maintaining independence while ensuring safety and comfort. Our personalized approach helps seniors thrive in a supportive environment tailored to individual needs.
Community at a glance
Capacity
6 residents
State license
#216803992, Licensed
Location
San Rafael, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
463 Nova Albion Way, San Rafael, California 94903
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Gentle Home Care. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Gentle Home Care on June 9, 2026.
Since October 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections and 5 other visits.
Inspectors issued 1 Type A citation and 2 Type B 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.
No complaints were investigated in that time.
Last visit
Jun 9, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
1
Type B citations
2
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other visits | 5 | 1 | 2 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Nov 17, 2025, Nov 19, 2024, Nov 28, 2023, Oct 19, 2022.
Complaints
- Date not reportedOutcome not reported
- 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
- 216803992
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 6 residents
- Licensed since
- November 5, 2021
- Licensee
- Gentle Home Care LLC
- Administrator
- Ghezzehai, Martha
Location
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463 Nova Albion WaySan Rafael, CA 94903
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Gentle Home Care had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Gentle Home Care 1 Type A citation and 2 Type B citations since October 2021. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was Gentle Home Care last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on June 9, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Gentle Home Care?+
The state has no complaint investigations on record for Gentle Home Care since October 2021.
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.