The Tamalpais
Medicare-certified501 VIA CASITAS, Greenbrae, CA 94904
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State licensedAssisted Living
Tamalpais
Greenbrae, CaliforniaState inspected Jul 6, 2026, 9 citations since 2021
About Tamalpais
Tamalpais brings personalized assisted living to Greenbrae, California, where residents receive the support they need while maintaining independence. Our care team focuses on helping with daily activities, medication management, and wellness—creating an environment where seniors can truly thrive.
Community at a glance
Capacity
341 residents
State license
#210102761, Licensed
Location
Greenbrae, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
501 Via Casitas, Greenbrae, California 94904
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects Tamalpais. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited Tamalpais on July 6, 2026.
Since December 2021, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 6 routine inspections, 10 complaint visits and 14 other visits.
Inspectors issued 6 Type A citations and 3 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.
The state investigated 6 complaints, and found 1 allegation substantiated.
Last visit
Jul 6, 2026
Routine inspections
6
Type A citations
6
Type B citations
3
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 10 | 0 | 1 |
| Other visits | 14 | 5 | 2 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Jun 15, 2026, Jun 10, 2025, May 16, 2024, Apr 24, 2023, Jun 2, 2022, Mar 14, 2022.
Complaints
- July 6, 20261 allegation substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- October 9, 20231 unsubstantiated
- July 5, 20231 unsubstantiated
- June 14, 20232 unsubstantiated, 1 unfounded
- March 30, 20231 unsubstantiated
- December 30, 20212 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
- 210102761
- License type
- RCFE-Continuing Care Retirement Community
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 341 residents
- Licensed since
- June 1, 1988
- Licensee
- Sequoia Living, Inc.
- Administrator
- Tumbale, Terence
Location
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501 Via CasitasGreenbrae, CA 94904
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has Tamalpais had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued Tamalpais 6 Type A citations and 3 Type B citations since December 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 Tamalpais last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on July 6, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about Tamalpais?+
The state investigated 6 complaints since December 2021. Of the allegations, 1 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 9 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.