626 Owens Dr, Novato, CA 94949
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State licensedAssisted Living
The Bluffs At Hamilton Hill
Novato, CaliforniaState inspected Sep 24, 2026, 29 citations since 2022
About The Bluffs At Hamilton Hill
The Bluffs At Hamilton Hill provides compassionate assisted living for seniors in Novato, California who value independence with reliable support. Our team understands that choosing assisted living is deeply personal, and we're committed to helping residents maintain their dignity while receiving the care they need.
Community at a glance
Capacity
95 residents
State license
#216804066, Licensed
Location
Novato, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
1 Hamilton Hill Drive, Novato, California 94949
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects The Bluffs At Hamilton Hill. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited The Bluffs At Hamilton Hill on September 24, 2026.
Since August 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 4 routine inspections, 25 complaint visits and 22 other visits.
Inspectors issued 14 Type A citations and 15 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 20 complaints, and found 17 allegations substantiated.
Last visit
Sep 24, 2026
Routine inspections
4
Type A citations
14
Type B citations
15
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 25 | 4 | 12 |
| Other visits | 22 | 10 | 3 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Jul 7, 2026, Jul 2, 2025, Sep 4, 2024, Aug 15, 2023.
Complaints
- July 23, 20262 allegations substantiated, 2 unsubstantiated, 2 citations
- February 19, 20263 unsubstantiated
- February 19, 20262 unsubstantiated
- December 30, 20251 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- December 11, 20251 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- December 11, 20251 unsubstantiated
- December 11, 20252 allegations substantiated, 2 citations
- November 24, 20251 unsubstantiated
- November 18, 20251 allegation substantiated, 1 citation
- November 18, 20251 unsubstantiated
- November 18, 20251 allegation substantiated, 1 unsubstantiated, 1 citation
- November 4, 20252 unsubstantiated
Showing the 12 most recent of 20.
- 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
- 216804066
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 95 residents
- Licensed since
- September 15, 2022
- Licensee
- Hamilton Hill I, LLC; Sunrise Sr Living Mgmt Inc
- Administrator
- Rivera, Melon
Location
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1 Hamilton Hill DriveNovato, CA 94949
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has The Bluffs At Hamilton Hill had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued The Bluffs At Hamilton Hill 14 Type A citations and 15 Type B citations since August 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 The Bluffs At Hamilton Hill last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on September 24, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about The Bluffs At Hamilton Hill?+
The state investigated 20 complaints since August 2022. Of the allegations, 17 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 20 unsubstantiated and 0 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.