Latest news and updates on the COVID-19 vaccine.
Expert Senior Living Advisors from A Place for Mom can help direct you to Assisted Living communities. Together, we will find the perfect fit for your loved one; and we will provide direction and support as needed. We partner with 753 Assisted Living facilities in San Rafael and the surrounding area, so there are many options to choose from. A Place for Mom is the largest senior living referral service in North America, and we can help you make a good choice at no cost to you.
111 Merrydale Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903
Sunrise of San Rafael offers Alzheimer’s and memory care services with the comfort and freedom of a maintenance-free lifestyle in an enriching, safe and nurturing environment.Located in the heart of beautiful Marin County, our senior living community provides residents with inviting amenities,...
1111 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, Kentfield, CA 94904
WindChime is Marin County's specialized Alzheimer's and dementia care facility, nestled in a wooded residential area of Kentfield near the College of Marin. Our community features an award-winning dining program, landscaped gardens, a dynamic resident-centered activity program, two residential...
275 Los Ranchitos Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903
Drake Terrace allows you the freedom to express yourself as you continue to learn and grow in this enriching environment. Whether you choose Independent Living, Assisted Living or Memory Care, you will have many opportunities to participate in the heart and soul of this vibrant community....
5555 Paradise Drive, Corte Madera, CA 94925
Aegis of Corte Madera, located in beautiful Marin County, offers exceptional assisted living services. Enjoy an afternoon cup of tea and cookies with family and friends in the bistro, watch a move in the private theater or take a stroll in our lovely garden. Aegis of Corte Madera is situated in a...
297 Miller Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Marin Terrace, minutes north on the Hwy. 101 from San Francisco, Marin Terrace exemplifies the elegantly relaxed lifestyle of one of the most desirable places to live in the U.S., Mill Valley, CA.Last year in 2005, CNN and Money magazine engaged in an exhaustive study to chose the best...
853 Tamalpais Avenue, Novato, CA 94947
Atria Tamalpais Creek is an enriching senior living community in Novato that promotes independence and active lifestyles. With an event-filled social calendar and amenities like a fitness center, outdoor garden and salon and spa, our residents enjoy an environment that encourages them to remain...
5311 Garvin Ave, Richmond, CA 94805
Rosewood Residence is located in Richmond, California, a quiet and safe suburban neighborhood. This assisted living facility offers comfortable living environments and the experienced and professional staff provides excellent care specific to individuals' needs. Rosewood Residence is an excellent...
423 Mclaughlin Street, Richmond, CA 94805
Grace Homes — 'your home away from home'. 'Feel and experience the warm caring atmosphere of our home'. We take pride in providing quality, safe and compassionate care. We are located near Doctors Medical Center of San Pablo, Kaiser of Richmond, Doctors Medical Urgent Care of Pinole,...
4901 Plaza Way, Richmond, CA 94804
Park Plaza Rest Home Park Plaza Rest Home is a senior residential care home that is located in the coastal city of Richmond, CA and in the western part of Contra Costa County. Richmond is situated directly on the San Francisco Bay and the San Pablo Bay, offering beautiful, scenic water views. The...
1465 South Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947
From the moment you arrive at Oakmont of Novato you step into luxury and elegance. You will realize that this way of life exceeds all your expectations. At Oakmont of Novato, you are living in a beautiful community, in an exquisite area blessed with beautiful blue skies and rolling hills with...
One Hamilton Hill Drive, Novato, CA 94945
Welcome Home to Elegance At Novato, a brand new luxury Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Novato. Life at Elegance at Novato starts with spacious, elegantly appointed and amenity-rich surroundings, coupled w/ exceptional, personalized and supportive care. Assisted Living and Memory Care...
908 Tara Hills Drive, Pinole, CA 94564
Welcome! We provide assistance to daily living, medication administration, housekeeping, laundry and linen service, meals and snacks, social activities, transportation to medical appointments, observation and supervision - all in a home-like environment! We accept: Dementia, Hospice,...
7100 Manila Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530
The Red Maple Residential Home is a six-bed residential care facility licensed by the State of California. Located in a safe and quiet neighborhood in beautiful El Cerrito, our facility is close to shopping centers, hospitals, churches, a community center, a senior...
27 Carter Ct, El Sobrante, CA 94803
Carter Place is a brand new care home located in a very peaceful,serene,and quiet neighborhood surrounded by mature trees and rolling hills. Our modern,spacious living, dining and kitchen have spectacular mountain views. Residents and guests can enjoy the outdoors in our new expansive deck and...
2850 Estates Avenue, Pinole, CA 94564
Pinole Senior Village is a 72-unit residential care community for seniors with two distinct assisted living communities. Both communities offer choice of accommodations, meals, and senior focused activity programs. The Terrace, with 41 spacious studios, offers a variety of personal care services,...
1100 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA 94706
Belmont Village Albany, affiliated with the University of California, Berkeley*, offers a collaborative experience that embraces Albany’s community-oriented character while sharing the benefits of university affiliation. The best-in-class community offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and...
2750 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94118
Sagebrook Senior Living is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community located in the heart of San Francisco near Geary and Masonic. Centrally located, we are close grocery stores, restaurants, a shopping center, many tourist attractions, and several churches of diverse faiths. Sagebrook is...
1450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
The Carlisle is a boutique retirement community in the heart of San Francisco. Residents are renters and as they age we provide care in the privacy of their apartment. Prospective residents must pass a health evaluation and be independent upon move in. The Carlisle is a licensed RCFE community...
274 Starling Way, Hercules, CA 94547
Drean of Angel Care resides in Hercules, CA within Contra Costa County. This residential care home is situated in a smaller city, but has access to larger areas like San Francisco. The city lies along the coast of the San Pablo Bay, a particularly beautiful and peaceful portion of the state. It...
624 Laguna Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
The Village at Hayes Valley is a 47-bed community offering specialized care for high-needs assisted living as well as innovative dementia dementia care. Located in San Francisco's vibrant Hayes Valley neighborhood and set in a beautifully restored Victorian, The Village at Hayes Valley imbues a...
This picturesque, bayside Marin County town offers all the resources and conveniences of a modern city — like shopping and dining options, health care facilities, and transportation — along with one-of-a-kind museums and recreational areas that allow residents to absorb the surrounding Northern California landscape. Some of San Rafael’s most popular destinations include the Smith Rafael Film Center, the Museum of International Propaganda, and McNears Beach County Park.
In San Rafael, assisted living communities provide personal care services in settings typically ranging from private apartments to shared rooms, often with restaurant-style dining and activities based on residents’ interests. Designed to promote independence among seniors who don’t require 24-hour skilled nursing care, assisted living is a good option for retirees who need help with some daily tasks and would like to live a socially fulfilling, active lifestyle.
The median monthly cost of assisted living in 2019 was about $7,500 in San Rafael and $6,900 within the metropolitan area. The median monthly cost of assisted living in 2020 in the state of California was around $4,100.
The total household expenses associated with living in San Rafael are rated 26 points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated significantly higher than the average.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
Income and Housing
The top hospitals that service San Rafael include:
San Rafael’s climate is classified as Mediterranean, with mild winters and warm summers. The average humidity level is 67%, and humidity levels are often highest during January at about 80%.
Seasonal Temperatures
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
Race & Ethnicity
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Marin County
Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in San Rafael include:
Outdoor attractions in San Rafael:
San Rafael’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:
Transportation
Marin County offers numerous local and regional transportation options available to San Rafael residents, including Marin Transit, Marin Access, and Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit. These providers operate buses, ferries, trains, and paratransit services. Taxis and rideshare services, like Uber and Lyft, are also available in San Rafael.
There are 20 assisted living facilities near San Rafael, California. See the full list.
A Place for Mom is paid by our participating communities, therefore our service is offered at no charge to families. Copyright © 2021 A Place for Mom, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Privacy & Terms. Do Not Sell My Personal Information.