Best Assisted Living in San Rafael, California
12 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 12 assisted living communities in San Rafael. Families rate them 4.6 out of 5 on average, across 183 public reviews. 2 are small licensed homes with ten residents or fewer, the kind most directories leave out.
- 12communities
- 4.6average rating, 7 rated
- 183family reviews read
- 2small homes, 10 or fewer
Drake Terrace
San Rafael, California
4.8(53)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Almavia Of San Rafael
San Rafael, California
4.8(20)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Villa Marin
San Rafael, California
4.6(43)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Aldersly
San Rafael, California
4.6(26)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Golden Home
San Rafael, California
5(4)
Assisted Living
From $6,997/moAegis Living San Rafael
San Rafael, California
4.5(11)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
A&a Haven Home
San Rafael, California
5(1)
Assisted Living
Greenwood Assisted Living
San Rafael, California
5(1)
Assisted Living
Schon Hyme Rest Home
San Rafael, California
Assisted Living
St Michael's Extended Care
San Rafael, California
Assisted Living
The Vincent
San Rafael, California
4.1(22)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Rose's Residential Care Fac
San Rafael, California
3(2)
Assisted Living
Best-rated assisted living in San Rafael
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.8 (53 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 130 units
Families describe Drake Terrace as a warm, well-run community where staff are attentive and residents quickly feel at home. Reviewers highlight responsive management, good food, and engaging activities including off-site…
- 2
4.8 (20 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 160 units
Families describe AlmaVia of San Rafael as a warm, attentive assisted living and memory care community where staff build personal relationships with residents and keep families closely informed. Reviewers consistently…
- 3
4.6 (43 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 28 units
Villa Marin is a Life Plan community where families describe a high-end, buy-in condo model with on-site medical care and responsive staff. Reviewers highlight spacious units, cleanliness, and quick emergency response,…
- 4
4.6 (26 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care· 137 units
Families consistently praise Aldersly for its warm, attentive staff and strong dining program, describing the San Rafael Life Plan Community as a place where residents feel genuinely cared for and engaged. Reviewers…
- 5
4.5 (11 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Families describe Aegis Living San Rafael as a newly built, upscale community with warm, highly engaged leadership and a strikingly designed memory care neighborhood. Reviewers repeatedly praise the on-site General…
- 6
4.1 (22 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 126 units
Families describe The Vincent as a warm, well-run assisted living and memory care community in San Rafael, praising attentive caregivers, cleanliness, and a transparent care-level system. Most reviewers report a strong,…
What families say about assisted living in San Rafael
Counted across the review summaries of 12 San Rafael communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 67%
- Building and grounds 42%
- Food and dining 33%
- Activities and social life 33%
- Cleanliness 33%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 67%
- Communication with families 50%
- Staff attitude 8%
- Staffing levels and turnover 8%
“Beautiful campus and amazing leadership. I love how they truly care about heir residents, staff and families. The executive directors is hands on and really cares about quality. I was super impressed with their core values.”
Assisted Living in San Rafael: the figures
- •Of the 11 with a known size, 2 have ten residents or fewer, 5 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60.
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (10), wheelchair accessible (10), 24-hour staff (10), medication management (10), housekeeping (10), social activities (9).
Assisted Living near San Rafael
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novato5.1 mi | 9 | 4.7 / 5 | 5.1 mi |
| El Cerrito16.3 mi | 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 16.3 mi |
| Petaluma16.7 mi | 17 | 4.3 / 5 | 16.7 mi |
| San Francisco18.6 mi | 63 | 4.5 / 5 | 18.6 mi |
| Sonoma19.3 mi | 7 | 4.4 / 5 | 19.3 mi |
| Vallejo19.4 mi | 21 | 4.1 / 5 | 19.4 mi |
| Berkeley19.7 mi | 9 | 3.9 / 5 | 19.7 mi |
| Oakland23.7 mi | 49 | 4.3 / 5 | 23.7 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 12 communities listed in San Rafael, 183 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in San Rafael ask about.
- Home Care in California: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in San Rafael: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in San Rafael, California?
MyLivingChoice lists 12 assisted living communities in San Rafael, California, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in San Rafael are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Drake Terrace (4.8★, 53 ratings), Almavia Of San Rafael (4.8★, 20 ratings), Villa Marin (4.6★, 43 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in San Rafael?
Beyond assisted living, San Rafael has skilled nursing / long term care (7 communities), memory care (6 communities), independent living (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in San Rafael?
Families rate San Rafael assisted living communities 4.6 out of 5 on average, across 183 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in San Rafael assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 12 San Rafael communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 67%), building and grounds (mentioned for 42%), food and dining (mentioned for 33%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (67%), communication with families (50%), staff attitude (8%).
Are there small assisted living homes in San Rafael?
Yes. Of the 11 San Rafael communities with a known size, 2 have ten residents or fewer, 5 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.